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2020 Mahindra Thar garners over 9,000 bookings in five days

2020 Mahindra Thar garners over 9,000 bookings in five days

Oct 06, 2020
07:28 pm

What's the story

Mahindra Thar has received more than 9,000 bookings and 36,000 inquiries in India since its launch on October 2, the company has revealed. The higher-spec versions of the SUV are witnessing greater interest, with buyers favoring convertible soft-top roof and automatic gearbox options over lower-spec models. The automaker has also confirmed that deliveries of the 2020 Thar will commence on November 1.

Exteriors

2020 Mahindra Thar: At a glance

The new-generation Thar retains the boxy silhouette of its predecessor and comes in three trims- AX, AX Optional, and LX. It has a large blacked-out grille with vertical slats, rounded headlights and fog lights, and a tailgate-mounted spare wheel. On the sides, the SUV is flanked by blacked-out ORVMs and squared-off wheel arches. It also gets fabric soft-top, convertible soft-top, and hard-top roof options.

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Power and performance

The 2020 Thar is offered with two BS6-compliant engine options: a 2.0-liter mStallion turbo-petrol engine that makes 150hp/320Nm and a 2.2-liter mHawk diesel motor that generates 130hp/300Nm. The transmission duties are handled by a 6-speed manual or an optional 6-speed automatic gearbox (on LX trim).

Interiors

Inside the cabin

The new Mahindra Thar offers a blacked-out cabin, featuring reclinable rear seats, roof-mounted speakers, automatic climate control, a multifunctional steering wheel, and cruise control. It sports a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment console with support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. On the safety front, the SUV has provisions like dual front airbags, parking sensors, a speed alert system, ABS, and ESP with roll-over mitigation function.

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What about the price?

The new-generation Mahindra Thar carries a starting price-tag of Rs. 9.80 lakh for the entry-level AX Petrol Standard 6-seater Soft Top model and goes up to Rs. 13.75 lakh for the top-of-the-line LX Diesel 4-seater Hard Top AT trim (both prices, ex-showroom).