Mahindra Thar is a name that needs no introduction. It is currently in its second-generation on sale, which was launched on October 2, 2020. Fast forward to 2025, Mahindra has sold over 2 lakh units of the Thar nameplate in the country. Today, the carmaker has also update the 3-door Thar, which had started to show it age in some bits. The prices now start from Rs 9.99 lakh. While it looks the same, what all is new on this, let's find out in this read.
Mahindra Thar 3-Door Variant-Wise Prices
Diesel (D117 CRDe)
- AXT RWD MT – Rs 9.99 lakh
- LXT RWD MT – Rs 12.19 lakh
Diesel (2.2L mHawk)
- LXT 4WD MT – Rs 15.49 lakh
- LXT 4WD AT – Rs 16.99 lakh
Petrol (2.0L mStallion)
- LXT RWD AT – Rs 13.99 lakh
- LXT 4WD MT – Rs 14.69 lakh
- LXT 4WD AT – Rs 16.25 lakh
Exterior Changes
To start with, the radiator grille is no finished in the same scheme as the body shell. Alongside, a silver trim is added on both bumper for a dual-tone treatment. Sadly, the alloy wheel design remains the same, but the rear-end now feature parking camera and rear washer & wiper. For added convenience, the fuel-lid gets a switch to open it from the driver seat itself. Lastly, there are two new colour choices - Tango Red and Battleship Grey.
Interior Updates
Getting inside the cabin is a tad-bit easy now, with the arrival of new pillar-mounted grab-handles. The updated Mahindra Thar also gets power window switches on the door panel. Bits coming from the bigger Thar Roxx are - steering wheel (Not leather-wrapped here), 10.25-inch touchscreen unit with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, sliding front armrest, and rear AC vents. The touch display will also show different parements like altitude, bank angle, pitch and yaw angles and more, under a suite called Adventure Stats.
Any Mechanical Changes?
The answer is No! The Mahindra Thar continues with the same engine-transmisison choices, along with the existing suspension setup and drivetrain. No changes have been made on the mechanical front, whatsoever. It gets three engine choices - 1.5L diesel, 2.2L diesel, and 2.0L turbo-petrol. Gearbox options include 6-speed MT and 6-speed AT.
What Could've Been Better?
The opportunity could've been used to sort out a few more niggles of the Thar 3-door, which owners have complained of, rather relentlessly. The mos prominent of all remains the ride quality. While the Roxx gets a more superior suspension setup, it is kept away from the Thar 3-door. The option of a 360-degree parking camera and ventilated seats could've also added to the list.