Mahindra Thar

Compact Off Roader

₹9.99 lakh - ₹16.99 lakh

Ex-showroom

7 Variants

Max Power

150 bhp

320 Nm Torque

Best Mileage

15.2 kmpl

(Diesel)

Safety Rating

4-Star

[GNCAP]

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Mahindra Thar Variants

7 variants available

ax opt manual diesel
Diesel • Manual • 4-seater

₹10.32 lakh

Ex-showroom

Power116.96 bhp

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Torque300 Nm

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Mileage15.2 kmpl

lx manual petrol
Petrol • Manual • 4-seater

₹14.33 lakh

Ex-showroom

Power150.19 bhp

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Torque300 Nm

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Mileage12.4 kmpl

lx automatic petrol
Petrol • Automatic • 4-seater

₹15.84 lakh

Ex-showroom

Power150.19 bhp

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Torque320 Nm

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Mileage12.4 kmpl

lx automatic petrol
Petrol • Automatic • 4-seater

₹13.61 lakh

Ex-showroom

Power150.19 bhp

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Torque320 Nm

|

Mileage12.4 kmpl

lx manual diesel
Diesel • Manual • 4-seater

₹15.20 lakh

Ex-showroom

Power130.08 bhp

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Torque300 Nm

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Mileage15.2 kmpl

lx automatic diesel
Diesel • Automatic • 4-seater

₹16.61 lakh

Ex-showroom

Power130.08 bhp

|

Torque300 Nm

|

Mileage15.2 kmpl

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Expert Reviews

Independent professional assessment

7.7/10

Overall Rating: Good Choice

Calculated average from all category scores

Strengths

Exceptional exterior design and road presence - universally praised as head-turner

Remarkable engine refinement for Mahindra - both petrol and diesel smooth and quiet

Massive improvement over first-generation in all aspects

Strong off-road capability with proper 4x4 hardware

Solid build quality suitable for rugged use

Excellent torque delivery across rev range in both engines

Limitations

Poor ride quality - bumpy and unsettled on all road surfaces

Compromised high-speed dynamics - not safe above 120kph

Severe practicality limitations from 2-door design

Tiny boot space inadequate for family trips

Difficult rear seat access impossible for elderly

Petrol variant very thirsty with poor fuel economy

Missing features for price point - no reversing camera initially, basic infotainment

Audio quality compromised by speaker placement

Performance

Good

8.6

"The Thar's powertrain options are well-suited for its off-road character. Both engines are remarkably refined for a Mahindra, with the diesel offering better fuel economy and the petrol providing stronger performance. The 6-speed automatic transmission is smooth and well-matched to both engines. However, the vehicle's dynamics are clearly optimized for off-road capability rather than on-road performance, with recommended cruising speeds of 100-120kph maximum."

Average of expert ratings for:

Power Output Rating, Torque Rating, Acceleration Rating, Nvh Levels Rating, Refinement Rating

Safety

Above Average

7.5

"The Thar's safety approach prioritizes structural integrity and off-road specific systems over advanced driver assistance. The 4-star GNCAP rating validates its solid construction, though the dual airbag count is modest for a vehicle in this price range. The inclusion of ESP with rollover mitigation is particularly important given the vehicle's tall stance and off-road orientation."

Average of expert ratings for:

Real World Safety Feel, Safety Adequacy Rating

Quality

Above Average

7.3

"The Thar represents a significant quality improvement over its predecessor, with solid construction suitable for off-road abuse. However, it doesn't match the fit-finish standards of similarly priced crossovers. The utilitarian approach with hard plastics and exposed fasteners is intentional for durability and the off-road character, though some rough edges could have been better addressed."

Average of expert ratings for:

Build Quality Rating, Material Quality Rating, Fit Finish Rating

Design

Good

8.0

"The Thar's design is its strongest selling point, successfully capturing classic Jeep heritage while adding modern touches. The exterior is universally praised as a head-turner with excellent road presence. Interior design is more utilitarian but functional, representing a massive improvement over the previous generation while maintaining the rugged character expected in an off-roader."

Average of expert ratings for:

Exterior Design Rating, Interior Design Rating

Space

Average

6.0

"Space is the Thar's biggest compromise. While front space is adequate and rear space acceptable for two, the 2-door configuration creates severe practical limitations. Boot space is inadequate for family trips, and rear seat access is extremely difficult. The high floor and narrow footwell further compromise usability. This makes the Thar best suited as a secondary vehicle or for 2-3 occupants maximum."

Average of expert ratings for:

Front Space Rating, Rear Space Rating, Space Efficiency Rating

Infotainment

Average

6.0

"The Thar's infotainment system is functional but not exceptional. The interface is user-friendly and the inclusion of Android Auto/Apple CarPlay is appreciated. However, audio quality is compromised by the unconventional speaker placement necessitated by removable doors. The adventure statistics features are a nice touch for the off-road oriented buyer, though some basic features like wireless charging are missing."

Average of expert ratings for:

User Interface Rating, Audio Quality Rating

Average of expert ratings for [Performance, Safety, Quality, Design, Space, Infotainment]

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