KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Price increase of up to Rs. 43,500.
- Price hike affects specific diesel and petrol variants differently.
- Thar complies with BS6 Phase-2 regulations
- Engine options include a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol, 2.2-litre diesel, and a 1.5-litre diesel
Mahindra, a renowned global automotive brand, boasts a diverse range of vehicles, including SUVs, electric cars, and small commercial models. In recent developments, the company has implemented price adjustments following a price increase for its XUV700 model. Notably, the three-door lifestyle SUV, the Mahindra Thar, has now seen a price increase of up to Rs. 43,500. To gain a comprehensive understanding of these new pricing changes, let's delve into the details and explore which variants are affected by this price hike.
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Mahindra Thar: Gets Costlier By Up to Rs. 43,500
The Thar offers two variants: the AX Opt and LX. Both the AX (O) hard-top diesel MT RWD and LX hard-top diesel MT RWD models have undergone a price adjustment, with each seeing a Rs. 43,500 increase. Additionally, the base LX hard-top petrol AT RWD version has been revised upwards by Rs. 28,001. As for all other versions, their prices have been raised by Rs. 16,200. Below, you'll find a table displaying the current pricing details.
| Variant | New Price (Rs Lakh) |
|---|---|
| AX (O) hard-top diesel MT RWD | 10.98 |
| LX hard-top diesel MT RWD | 12.48 |
| LX hard-top petrol AT RWD | 13.77 |
| AX (O) convertible petrol MT 4WD | 14.03 |
| LX hard-top petrol MT 4WD | 14.72 |
| AX (O) convertible diesel MT 4WD | 14.60 |
| AX (O) hard-top diesel MT 4WD | 14.65 |
| LX convertible diesel MT 4WD | 15.42 |
| LX hard-top diesel MT 4WD | 15.51 |
| LX convertible petrol AT 4WD | 16.18 |
| LX hard-top petrol AT 4WD | 16.26 |
| LX convertible diesel AT 4WD | 16.84 |
| LX hard-top diesel AT 4WD | 16.93 |
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Mahindra Thar: Powertrain
The Thar has been updated to meet the BS6 Phase-2 compliance standards. It's available with three engine options: a 2.0-litre mStallion turbo-petrol engine, delivering 150bhp and 320nm torque, a 2.2-litre mHawk diesel engine with 130bhp and 300nm torque, and a 1.5-litre diesel engine in the lower trims, generating 117bhp and 300nm torque. You can choose between a six-speed manual or automatic transmission. The Thar 4x4 model comes with a four-wheel-drive system, while the 4x2 version does not have this feature.
Presently, the Mahindra Thar is exclusively available as a three-door model with seating for four individuals. Nevertheless, this landscape is poised for transformation as the eagerly anticipated five-door version, accommodating five passengers, is scheduled to launch in the market in the coming year.
Verdict
These price changes might influence how customers decide to buy. In the car industry, it's normal to change prices from time to time due to things like inflation and cost changes. Whether or not this price increase really matters to customers will depend on what they personally want when they're picking a car. It faces competition from formidable rivals such as the Force Gurkha and the Maruti Jimny. Also, join our Whatsapp Group Community of petrolheads to find out more exciting news like this.
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