Mahindra Unveils the All-New Thar

Set to be launched on October 2nd, the New Thar is revealed on 74th Independence day

The All-New Thar stays true to the iconic 2-door silhouette but adds purposeful and contemporary touches and design elements to it. With a wider, better-balanced stance and a choice of hard top and convertible roof top options, the All-New Thar imposes its presence wherever it goes.

The All-New Thar has the following exciting features:

·         All-new BS-6 compliant Engine options: The 2.0 litre mStallion TGDi Petrol engine and the 2.2 litre mHawk Diesel engine

·         New Gearbox options: 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission & 6-speed manual transmission mated to an authentic manual shift-on-the-fly 4×4 transfer case

·         All-new Roof options: A Hard Top, a first-in-class Convertible Top and an optional Soft Top

·         All-new Seating options: 4 front-facing seats & 2+4 side-facing seats

·         All-new Technology Features: Drizzle resistant 17.8 cm touchscreen infotainment system, cruise control, adventure statistics display and a whole lot more

·         All-new Comfort and Convenience Features: Sporty front seats, roof-mounted speakers and lots more

·         New Safety Features: ABS + EBD, Dual airbags, ESP with rollover mitigation, Hill-hold and hill descent control and a whole lot more

This design approach flows into the interiors as well. While retaining the commanding driving position that is an integral part of the Thar’s DNA, the All-New Thar has a completely redesigned interior that mirrors the robust, retro-styled cues of the Thar’s exteriors.

• Iconic Design
• LED Daytime Running Lamps
• Dual Tone Bumpers
• LED Tail Lamps
• 45.72 cm (R18) Deep Silver Alloy Wheels
• Choice of Three Roof Options: a Hard Top, First-in-Class Manual Convertible Top & a Fixed Soft Top
• Front Fog Lamps

• All-New Purposeful Interiors with an All-Black theme with Silver Accents
• Faux carbon-fibre detailing around the AC vents & centre bezel

Breathtaking Performance

The All-New Thar is powered by two all-new engines which set new standards in terms of performance, refinement and reliability. A first for Thar and Mahindra, the All-New Thar is powered by the 2.0L mStallion TGDi petrol engine, and by the 2.2L mHawk Diesel engine. These engines are offered with a choice of 6-speed manual transmission or 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission, with an authentic 4×4 manual shift transfer case with a low ratio.

• All-New mStallion TGDi Petrol Engine producing 150 bhp of power & 320 Nm of torque
• All-New mHawk CRDe Diesel Engine producing 130 bhp of power & 320 Nm of torque
• 6-Speed Manual Transmission & 6-Speed Automatic Transmission options
• Shift-on-the-Fly 4×4 Manual Shift Transfer Case with Low Crawl Ratio

Legendary Off-Road Capability and Refined On-Road Driving Experience

Rough trips demand tough vehicles. That’s why the All-New Thar has been built on a rugged 3^rd Generation chassis and tested extensively in some of the harshest terrain in India and across the world. It has an all-new suspension setup that delivers the impossible: better off-roading capability, as well as superior on-road handling and drive quality. The All-New Thar is also equipped with advanced off-road hardware that seriously improves its capability to go wherever and do whatever the driver demands of it.

• Authentic Body-on-Frame Construction- A True SUV
• Independent Front Suspension & Multi-Link Rear Suspension set-up
• Shift-on-the-Fly 4×4 Manual Shift Transfer Case with Low Ratio
• Mechanical Locking Differential on the Rear Axle
• First-in-Class Brake Locking Differential
• Class-leading approach (41.8 deg), departure (36.8 deg) & ramp over (27 deg) angles
• Ground clearance of 226mm in unladen condition
• Water wading depth of 650mm
• All-Terrain Tyres 255/65 R18, with White Lettering: The Largest Tyre in its Class

• First-in-Class Electromechanical Driveline Disconnect

Everyday Comfort & Convenience Features

The All-New Thar has been designed to provide amazing comfort & convenience in all driving conditions, be they off-road, on the highway or in the city. Special focus has been given to making the interior design as ergonomic as possible for all passengers, not just the driver.

• Sporty Front Seats
• Front-Facing Rear Seats with 50:50 split
• Roof mounted speakers
• Height Adjustable Driver Seat with Adjustable Lumbar Support
• One-Touch Tip & Slide Mechanism on the Co-Driver Seat
• Tilt Adjustable Steering Wheel
• Power Windows
• Electrically Adjustable ORVMs
• Central Locking with Remote Flip Key

Loaded with Technology

Keeping in mind the sporty and adventurous lifestyle of its owners, the All-New Thar is loaded with technology that keeps drivers connected with the Thar, their surroundings and friends no matter where they are, through multiple first-in-class features.

• 18 cm Touchscreen Infotainment System with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, USB, Navigation
• First-in-Class Adventure Statistics Display on the Infotainment System
• First-in-Class Adventure Connect: Mahindra Adventure Calendar Display
• First-in-Class Smart Watch & Phone Connectivity with Blue Sense App
• TFT Multi Information Display in the Instrument Cluster
• Electronic HVAC Controls
• Drizzle resistant (IP54 Standard) dashboard switches
• First-in-Class Tyretronics: Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
• First-in-Class Tyre Direction Monitoring System
• Cruise Control
• Steering Mounted Audio & Phone Controls

Excellent Safety Standards

While exploring the impossible, it’s best to stay as safe as possible. That’s why the All-New Thar is equipped with a excellent range of active & passive safety features to keep all passengers secure and out of harm’s way.

• Crash-safety compliant bodyshell
• First-in-Class ESP with Rollover Mitigation
• First-in-Class Built-in Roll-cage with 3-Point Seat belts for all passengers
• Dual Airbags & ABS
• First-in-Class Hill Hold & Hill Descent Control
• First-in-Class ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
• Intellipark: Rear Parking Sensors