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New Generation Mahindra Thar Launched And Booking Details Revealed

All new Mahindra Thar will go on sale on October 2, 2020, with bookings open on the same day. This new off-roader when compared to old models and comes up with new technology, better features, comfortability and more.

This version of Thar will be offered in both hard-top and soft-top versions from the factory.

The New-Generation Mahindra Thar has been finally unveiled and the off-roader takes great refinment over the current model. The new model is technology-rich, fully-featured, and designed to meet with the current safety and emissin norms of government. Mahindra not only decided to reveal the specifications of new Thar on 74th Independence Day but also disclosed launch and bookings details of new model. The new thar will be launched on October 2, 2020, the day marks the 151st Birth Annivrsary of Mahatma Gandhi and the bookings will commence on the same day.

Highlights

• The new-generation Mahindra Thar will be available in AX and LX Series
• The new-age Thar gets a petrol-engine powered by a 2.0-litre turbo mill
• A 6-speed automatic will also be a first on the all-new Mahindra Thar
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(L-R) M&Rajesh Jejurikar, Executive Director, Auto & Farm Sector and Dr Pawan Goenka, MD and CEO, M&M with the new Thar

All new Thar will be offered in soft-top and hard-top versions but gets distinctive new grille that's taken inspiration from Mahindra classic vehicles over the year. The all new seven-slat grills graced at front. The hood has been raised for enhanced protection. This thar gets wider bumper and wheel arches with  integrated turn indicators and LED lights running in daytime. 

Mahindra says new Thar is based on third generation platform. The SUV is now wider then predecessor that results in a more comfortable space and safety standards. The SUV has 255\65R18 tyres that have been upsized and are wider for improved stability, better compatibility and improved stance on road. The wheel base has increased so that second row gets front facing seats. The lower variants will continue to offer side-facing seats.

 The cabin of all new Mahindra Thar gets a new layout. The Dashboard is all-new with 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone connectivity and also gives you real-time information on vehicle articulation and more. There is a new instrument with a colored TFT MID unit  sterring mounted controls, weather resistant switches, cruise control, roof mounted speakers and many more. The SUV comes up with bucket seats more comfort cushioning and washable for easy cleaning.

The Mahindra says that it was a feedback from our Thar community. The safety comprises dual front airbags, ABS, ESP, Hill hold and Hill Descent Control with three point seatbelt for child seat and more.

The touchscreen infotainment system gets smartphone connectivity and offers real-time details on power delivery, articulation and more

Power on the 2020 Mahindra Thar comes from all-new 2.0 litre mStallion turbo petrol engine that develops 150 bhp and 320 Nm of peak torque. Diesel power comes from the famaliar 2.2 litre mHawk oil burner that produces 130 bhp and 320 Nm of peak torque.Both engines are paired with 6 speed manual transmission upgrading from a 5-speed unit on current model. The morden generation buyers will appreciate 6-speed transmission on the SUV. The model comes up with a manual shift 4*4 transfer case as standard with a low crawl ratio 42:1. The reae axle comes with a mechanical locking.

The new thas has water wading ability of 650 mm with ground clearence of 226 mm. The ground clearence will be different according to wheels.The SUV has approach angle of 42- degrees and ramp-over angle of 27-degrees and departure angle of 37-degrees. 

The new-generation Thar will have a water wading depth of 650 mm and has an unladen ground clearance of 226 mm

The new Thar will be available in two versions, AX series for adventure enthuisasts and the LX series for lifestyle users, The automatic versions will be limited to LX series.