Mahindra Thar 5-Door: Your Questions Answered
The Mahindra Thar 5-door is one of the most eagerly awaited vehicles set to debut in 2024. Building on the success of the regular Thar, the 5-door version promises enhanced practicality while retaining its renowned off-roading capabilities. Here, we answer some of the most common questions about this upcoming SUV.
Mahindra is expected to unveil the Thar 5-door on August 15, keeping with its tradition of revealing vehicles on Independence Day. Prices are likely to be announced on the same day, with official bookings commencing immediately. Some dealers have already started accepting pre-bookings.
Yes, the Thar 5-door will feature all existing engine options from the Thar 3-door. This includes the 1.5-litre diesel engine for the RWD version with a manual gearbox. Additionally, there will be 2.0-liter turbo-petrol and 2.2-liter diesel engines available with manual and automatic gearboxes in 4x4 configurations. The 2.0-litre petrol engine might also be offered in RWD form. These engines may be tuned to account for the additional weight of the 5-door variant.
The Thar 5-door will have a longer wheelbase, making it more similar to the Scorpio N’s chassis. It will likely feature a more sophisticated suspension setup, including frequency-dependent dampers, for improved on-road performance.
Yes, the Thar 5-door will come with several additional features, such as:
A larger 10.25-inch touchscreen
LED projector headlamps
A 360-degree camera
Push-button start
Front and rear center armrests
Leatherette seat upholstery
Rear AC vents
Six airbags (compared to two in the regular Thar)
A sunroof
Rear disc brakes (as opposed to only front disc brakes in the regular Thar)
A 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and ADAS features are also expected to be included.
No, despite the extended wheelbase, the Thar 5-door will remain a two-row SUV with a 5-seat configuration. The second row will feature a bench seat with a center armrest, unlike the two individual seats in the regular Thar. The added length will provide more boot space, addressing a limitation of the regular Thar.
The Mahindra Thar 5-door promises to be an exciting addition to the SUV market, blending enhanced practicality with the rugged charm and off-road prowess the Thar is known for. Keep an eye out for its official launch and be among the first to experience this versatile SUV.
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