Mahindra launch With new 3rd-gen chassis & manual shift-on-fly 4x4 the Mahindra Thar can tame any terrain. Hard & Convertible Top. Front-Facing Rear Seats. Cruise Control + HHC/HDC. 6-Speed AT & MT with 4x4. ESP, Dual Airbags, ABS.A modern take on an iconic design, the All-New Thar, with its wide stance and iconic lines, stands out wherever it goes.The iconic Thar is born again in an all-new avatar. With an iconic design, legendary capability, breath-taking performance, everyday comfort and loaded with technology & world-class safety, the Al-New Thar is all set to explore the impossible! Incredibly powerful, capable, comfortable, tech-packed, safe and yet quintessentially The 2020 Mahindra Thar is based on the third-generation platform with body-on-frame construction.
The track has been increased and the SUV is now wider than the predecessor that results in a more comfortable cabin and better safety standards. The wheelbase has been increased for better ingress to the second row, which now gets the front-facing seats. The lower variants will continue to offer side-facing seats. The SUV also gets 255/65 R18 tyres that have been upsized and are wider as well for improved on-road stability, better compatibility with the wheelbase and an improved stance.A new-generation Mahindra Thar is the latest model to be unveiled by the manufacturer and will go on sale in India on October 2, 2020. The all-new offering takes a quantum leap over the current model with new features, technology and a heavily revised design to meet the current and future safety norms.
The Mahindra Thar is an extremely important model for the brand that also pays homage to its legacy, and will be introduced during the festive season. October 2, also marks the Founders’ Day for Mahindra & Mahindra, making the launch all the more special. Bookings for the new-generation Thar will begin in October while deliveries can be expected towards the end of the year. The off-roader will compete against the Force Gurkha and upcoming Maruti Suzuki Jimny.
The all-new Mahindra Thar will be offered in soft-top and hard-top versions, the SUV retains the familiar silhouette but gets the distinctive new grille that's taken inspiration from Mahindra's Classic vehicles over the years. The hood has been raised for enhanced pedestrian protection but the A-pillar remains rearward that leads the long hood into the beltline. The SUV gets wider bumper and wheel arches with integrated turn indicators and LED daytime running lights. The vertically-stacked taillights also get the LED combination lights for a distinctive look. The new-generation Mahindra Thar’s cabin gets a completely new layout while also sporting better quality materials, improved plastics and silver and chrome accents for a more upmarket feel. The new dashboard integrates the 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone connectivity and the unit will display adventure gauges to give you real-time information on vehicle articulation, power delivery to the wheel and more. There's a new instrument cluster with a coloured TFT MID unit for all the important details along with features like steering-mounted controls, weather-resistant switches, cruise control, roof-mounted speakers, tyre pressure monitoring system and more.The SUV comes with bucket seats with better cushioning and washable upholstery for easy cleaning. The VIN plate also makes it on the dashboard instead of being placed under the hood. Mahindra says that's a result of the feedback from the Thar community. The safety package comprises dual front airbags, ABS, ESP, Hill Hold and Hill Descent Control, built-in roll cage with three-point seatbelt for all passengers, ISOFIX anchors for child seats and more.
The 2020 Mahindra Thar will draw power from the all-new 2.0-litre mStallion turbo petrol engine that develops 150 bhp and 320 Nm of peak torque. Diesel power comes from the updated 2.2-litre mHawk oil burner that produces 130 bhp and 320 Nm of peak torque. Both engines are paired with a 6-speed manual transmission, upgrading from a 5-speed unit on the current model. The modern-day buyers will also appreciate the new 6-speed torque converter automatic on the SUV. The model comes with a manual shift 4x4 transfer case as standard with a low crawl ratio 42:1. The SUV gets an independent suspension at the front while the rear gets a multi-link unit. The rear axle comes with a mechanical locking differential.The new Thar has a water wading ability of 650 mm with an unladen ground clearance of 226 mm. Do note the ground clearance is likely to be different on the entry-level trims that will come with 16-inch wheels. The SUV has an approach angle of 42-degrees, ramp-over angle of 27-degrees and a departure angle of 37-degrees. The new-gen Mahindra Thar will be broadly offered in two versions, AX Series for the adventure enthusiasts, and the LX Series for the lifestyle users.
