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Mahindra Thar facelift launched in India at a starting price of Rs 9.99 lakh

The 3-door Mahindra Thar has been refreshed with a facelift. Prices for the new facelifted model start at Rs 9.99 lakh and go up to Rs 16.99 lakh. It comes in 2 trim levels and 3 powertrain options. The higher trim is available with an AWD configuration. At the time of launch, the lifestyle SUV is not available with a soft-top option. Depending on the level of demand from customers, Mahindra may add this option down the line.

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Mahindra Thar facelift: What’s new?

Here is the price list for the new Mahindra Thar.

Variant	1.5L Diesel	2.0L Petrol	2.2L Diesel
AXT RWD	Rs 9.99 lakh	—	—
LXT RWD	Rs 12.99 lakh	—	—
LXT RWD AT	—	Rs 13.99 lakh	—
LXT AWD	—	Rs 14.69 lakh	Rs 15.49 lakh
LXT AWD AT	—	Rs 16.25 lakh	Rs 16.99 lakh

The front grille of the Thar is now body-coloured. The bumper has a dual-tone shade. 2 new colour options have been added for the lifestyle SUV – Tango Red and Battleship Grey. The entry-level AXT variant rests on 16-inch steel wheels, and the top-spec LXT variant gets 18-inch alloys. No other cosmetic changes have been made to the SUV.

Inside, the dashboard gets a new all-black look. The steering wheel rocks a new design with mounted controls. Other feature additions include rear AC vents, a fuel lid button near the steering, power window switches mounted on the doors, individual armrests for the driver and the front passenger, and an A-pillar grab handle. The driver’s armrest has a storage compartment.

The SUV also rocks a new 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment display with support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The Adventure Stats Gen II feature offers off-road data such as racing tab, altimeter, outside temperature and pressure, trip meter and steering direction. The Tyre Direction Monitoring System gives real-time information on tyre orientation. A rear camera and rear wiper/washer have also been added to the Thar facelift.

Things remain the same as the Mahindra Thar facelift continues to be offered in 3 engine options. The 2.0-litre petrol engine powering the lifestyle SUV produces a maximum power output of 152hp. The 1.5-litre turbo diesel engine generates a maximum power output of 119hp and 300Nm of torque. Meanwhile, the 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine puts out 132hp.

Nalinikanth Gollagunta, Chief Executive Officer – Automotive Division, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., said, “Over the years, Thar has become more than just an SUV—it’s a symbol of freedom, adventure, and a lifestyle that resonates deeply with our customers. At Mahindra, we are committed to listening to our customers and evolving with their needs, which is why the New Thar reflects both their feedback and our dedication to provide the best to our customers. By blending new design elements, smart technology, enhanced comfort and convenience features, the New Thar offers an unparalleled driving experience that empowers our customers to explore limitless possibilities in both urban and off-road settings.”

Final Thoughts

Bookings for the new Thar facelift are now open. It continues to rival the Maruti Suzuki Jimny and Force Gurkha. The 5-door Thar Roxx range starts at Rs 12.25 lakh and goes up to Rs 22.06 lakh

Utkarsh Joshi

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