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.
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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| 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.
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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