The Mahindra Thar is set to receive a generation upgrade after 10 years, and the new-gen model will come with new styling and an array of modern equipment and features.

Today, on the 74th Independence Day, Mahindra & Mahindra has unveiled the new-generation model of the Mahindra Thar, and we have all the highlights for you here. The Thar off-road SUV has been one of the most iconic SUVs in India and it the successor to the Mahindra‘s popular MM540, and the spiritual decedent of the Made-in-India Willys Jeep, or as it was called in India, Mahindra 4×4. The Thar is set to receive a generation upgrade after 10 years, and the new-gen model will come with new styling and an array of modern equipment and features. The new Mahindra Thar has been in development for a few years now, we finally get to see it today. The new Thar will be launched on October 2, 2020.

As seen in several spy photos, visually, the Mahindra Thar will continue to come with a boxy design, featuring a long clam-shell bonnet, round headlamps, wide wheel arches and heavy-duty bumpers. The new Thar, for the first time, will also come with a factory-fitted hard-top roof, along with other features like LED daytime running lamps, alloy wheels, LED taillamps, and tailgate-mounted spare wheel.

The Mahindra Thar will come in both petrol and diesel engine option. While the diesel option gets the new BS6 compliant 2.2-litre mHawk engine, the petrol version gets the 2.0-litre turbocharged mStallion motor that was showcased at the Auto Expo 2020. Both engines will come with a six-speed manual gearbox and the optional 6-speed torque converter. Thar will also get a mechanical four-wheel drive system with four-wheel low, four-wheel high and rear wheel drive modes. We expect it to get differential lock as well.

New-Gen Mahindra Thar India Debut: The Mark of Ownership

Based on the demand of the customers and fans, the new Thar now features the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) plate on the dashboard as well that displays the chassis number.

All-New Mahindra Thar India Debut – Live!

The Mahindra Thar comes with a all-new cabin that’s wider longer and gets a host of creature comforts that were not offered with the older Thar. For instance a new touchscreen infotainment system that features Apple Car Play with integrated voice command.

The all-new Thar now showcases vital information on what the vehicle is currently doing. This includes but is not limited to Gear Position, Engine speed, 4WD Mode, Roll and Pitch Angles, Power, Torque, Compass Heading and a G-meter.

New-Gen Mahindra Thar Unveiling: Features and Equipment

As mentioned before, the new Thar will come in two trim options AX and LX and here are their respective features

All-New Mahindra Thar India Debut – Live!

The Mahindra Thar will come in six colour options with two new shades – Mystic Copper and Galaxy Grey.

All-New Mahindra Thar India Debut – Live!

Behold! the new-gen Mahindra Thar in flesh. The red on is the convertible version and the grey one is the new hard top variant. The Thar will come in two trims AX and LX, offering adventure oriented and leisure oriented features respectively.

All-New Mahindra Thar India Debut – Transmission

The new Thar will come in both a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic torque converter

All-New Mahindra Thar India Debut – Transmission

The new Thar will come in both a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic torque converter

All-New Mahindra Thar India Debut – Petrol Engine

The new Thar will come with a new turbo petrol engine that makes 150 bhp and 320 Nm torque

All-New Mahindra Thar India Debut – Live!

Veejay Nakra, CEO Mahindra Automotive Business takes the stage to talk about the new Thar.

Pawan Goenka confirms that the new Mahindra Thar will come with a BS6 compliant 2.2-litre mHawk diesel engine, and a 2.0-litre turbocharged mStallion petrol motor.

New-Gen Mahindra Thar Unveiling: Features and Design

Pawan Goenka talks about the heritage of the Mahindra Thar, and its presence in popular culture. But addresses the fact that it’s based on an old platform and needs to be upgraded.

The company decided to keep the iconic design intact while making it modern in every other aspect.

All-New Mahindra Thar India Debut – Live!

Pawan Goenka, CEO & MD of Mahindra and Mahindra takes the stage to start unveiling of new Thar.

All-New Mahindra Thar India Debut – Live!

We are just moments away from the unveiling event to begin. The new Thar is currently expected to be launched in October, however Mahindra is likely to share more details with us today.

New-Gen Mahindra Thar Unveiling: Interior and Cabin Features

The new Thar will come with a heavily updated cabin, featuring new, more comfortable seats with faux leather upholstery, a well-equipped dashboard with touchscreen infotainment system, a new multi-functional steering wheel and new forward facing rear seats. The addition of a hardtop roof also means better safety and weather protection.

New-Gen Mahindra Thar Unveiling: Features and Design

Based on the several spy photos we have seen so far, we know that the new Thar will retain its core design of a boxy SUV with large fenders and round headlamps. However, we’ll get to see new elements like projector headlamps, LED DRLs alloy wheels, LED taillights, engraving on the wing mirrors and more. Also, the SUV will be offered in both hard-top and soft-top configurations for the first time.

All-New Mahindra Thar India Debut – Live!

The 2020 Mahindra Tharwill be a more versatile and lifestyle oriented SUV without compromising on its off-roading abilit. So, unlike the previous model, the new one will come with more modern cabin with a touchscreen infotainment system, automatic AC and front facing rear seats.

All-New Mahindra Thar India Debut – Live!

After being in development for a few years now, the new-generation Mahindra Thar is finally set to make its debut today, on the 74th Independence Day. It has been one of the most iconic SUVs in India and the new-gen model promises to take things ahead.

 

Source: https://www.carandbike.com/