In 2024, off-road enthusiasts can look forward to the launch of the highly anticipated 5-door Mahindra Thar and Force Gurkha SUVs, expanding options in the market. Both vehicles will boast exceptional off-road capabilities with 4×4 drivetrains, offering enthusiasts a delightful dilemma in choosing between them.
Mahindra Thar 5-Door
- Exterior Design changes over 3-Door version includes tweaked H-pattern grille, new LED Headlamps, DRLs, Tail-lamps, new alloy wheels, non convertible, new bumpers.
- Interior Design includes new 10.25-inch infotainment, new upholstery for cabin, tweaked centre console, spacious rear seats, and more space for boot.
- Based on Body-on-Frame (Zen3) Platform
- Dimensions will be close to 4.3 M in length with a 2.6 M Wheelbase.
- Engine Options: 2.2 L 4 Cylinder Diesel (130 BHP, 300 NM) (6 Speed MT / AT)
2.0 L 4 Cylinder Turbo Petrol (130 BHP, 300 – 320 NM) (6 Speed MT / AT) - Expected Pricing: Rs. 15 – Rs. 20 L
- Expected Launch: August 2024
Force Gurkha 5-Door
- Exterior Design closely matches the 3-Door version except it gets new alloy wheels, restyled headlamps and taillamps and the roof rack is now gone.
- Interior changes will be same as the 3-Door version.
- Based on the Modular Architecture Platform.
- Dimensions will likely be close to 4.3 M in length.
- Engine Options: 2.6 L 4 Cylinder Diesel (89.84 BHP, 250 NM) (5 Speed Manual) (4×4 Drivetrain)
- Expected Pricing: Rs. 18 Lakhs
- Expected Launch: Late 2024
