Joseph Fernandes 
In this article, we’ll compare the current 3-Door Thar against the upcoming 5-Door Thar that is scheduled for launch in 2024 to see what exterior, interior, and features it has and how is it competitive against its rivals.
Mahindra Thar 3-Door vs 5-Door: Design
Externally, both versions share an identical front profile, differing only in the additional door on the 5-Door variant. However, upon closer inspection, distinctions emerge. The 3-Door model features halogen headlamps, while the 5-Door version boasts LED headlamps with round LED DRLs reminiscent of the Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon. Additionally, the 3-Door sports halogen fog lamps, whereas the 5-Door incorporates LED fog lamps.
Shifting focus to the side profile, the 3-Door’s convertible nature allows for the removal of the roof at any time. In contrast, the 5-Door version lacks convertibility, compensating with a fixed roof. To address this, Mahindra provides a single-pane sunroof, though some might expect a panoramic sunroof given the SUV’s increased length compared to the 3-Door model. Both versions share similar alloy wheel designs, but the 5-Door Thar features larger wheels.
Examining the rear, both versions appear identical, yet the 5-Door Thar introduces the option of an opening rear windscreen, absent in the 3-Door model. Transitioning to the interior, similarities abound, but differences exist. The 3-Door variant boasts a 7-inch infotainment system and an analog instrument cluster with a TFT display. In contrast, the 5-Door version upgrades to a free-standing 10.25-inch infotainment system and a new digital cluster which could resembling the Scorpio-N.
The rear seat experience in the 3-Door model is hindered by minimal legroom, a concern addressed by Mahindra in the 5-Door variant. The latter also adopts a new steering wheel from the XUV700, distinguishing it from the 3-Door Thar.
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Mahindra Thar 3-Door vs 5-Door: Engine Options
| Engine | 1.5 L 4 Cylinder Diesel | 2.2 L 4 Cylinder Diesel | 2.0 L 4 Cylinder Turbo Petrol |
| Displacement | 1497cc | 2184cc | 1997cc |
| Power | 116.93 BHP | 130 BHP | 128.22 BHP |
| Torque | 300 NM | 300 NM | 300 NM – MT 320 NM – AT |
| Transmission Type | 6 Speed MT | 6 Speed MT / AT | 6 Speed MT / AT |
When it comes to Engine Options, the 3 Door version is offered with 3 Engine Options – 2 Diesels, and 1 Turbo Petrol Option. The 1.5 L 4 Cylinder Diesel is for Rear-Wheel-Drive (RWD) for lower trims, and this engine produces 116.93 BHP and 300 NM of torque mated to 6 Speed Manual Only Gearbox. Next is another 2.2 L 4 Cylinder Diesel Engine for the 4-Whee-Drive (4WD), and this engine generates 130 BHP and 300 NM of torque mated to 6 Speed Manual and Automatic Gearbox.
Last but not the least, it has the 2.0 L 4 Cylinder Turbo Petrol Engine for the Rear-Wheel-Drive (RWD), and 4-Wheel-Drive (4WD), and this engine produces 128.22 BHP and 300 NM of torque for 6 Speed Manual Gearbox, and 320 NM of torque for the 6 Speed Automatic Gearbox. It is unlikely the 5-Door Thar will get any new engine but it’ll definitely not get the 1.5 L Diesel Engine, and instead continue with the 2.2 L Diesel and 2.0 L Turbo Petrol engine only.
Mahindra Thar 3-Door vs 5-Door: Features, Price, and Launch
In Features, the 3-Door Thar comes with 7-inch Infotainment System, 18-inch Alloy Wheels, 6 Speaker Standard Sound System, height adjustable driver seat, Manual AC, Cruise Control, Electronic Brake Locking Differential, Mechanical Locking Differential, Hill Descent Control, Tyre-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), 2 Airbags, and more.
This will be improved in the 5-Door version and it’ll come with new 10.25-inch infotainment system, 6 Airbags, Automatic Climate Control, Single-Pane Sunroof, Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster (Could be same as Scorpio-N), Limited Slip Differential, 6 Airbags, and so much more.
| Model | Price (ex-showroom) |
|---|---|
| Mahindra Thar (3-Door) | Rs. 11.25 – Rs. 17.20 L |
| Mahindra Thar (5-Door) | Expected Rs. 15.50 L |
The Mahindra Thar 3-Door price ranges from Rs. 11.25 Lakh for the base ‘LX 4-Str Hard Top RWD Automatic’ variant, and Rs. 17.20 Lakh for the top variant, ‘LX 4 Str Hard Top Automatic 4WD.’ The 5-Door Thar however is expected to start from Rs. 15.50 Lakh.
As for the launch, the Mahindra Thar 5-Door is expected to launch sometime in mid 2024, probably in July or August, and upon its launch it’ll compete with the last year launched 5-Door Maruti Jimny, and the new upcoming 5-Door Force Gurkha expected to launch in late 2024.
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