Mahindra Thar Becomes Expensive in India by up to Rs 1.05 Lakh

Mahindra & Mahindra has increased the prices of the Thar in the country by up to Rs 1.05 lakh. The automaker has not cited any reason for the price hike. However, speculations are rife that BS6 2.0 updates have likely contributed to the increased prices. Last month, the carmaker reported that the iconic off-roader reached a production milestone of 1 lakh units in India. According to the carmaker, the off-roader attained this massive milestone in less than 2.5 years. The new Thar was first revealed in August 2020, and deliveries began in October 2020. Mahindra believes that the rising popularity of the car in the country is one of the reasons behind its production milestone. Recently, the automaker has increased the price of the SUV in our market. Let's have a look at the revised prices in detail. 

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Mahindra Thar: Price Hike Updates 

The Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel MT RWD model has undergone a significant price hike – it has become expensive by up to Rs 1.05 lakh in our market. The AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD model is now Rs 55,000 more expensive. Mahindra has increased the prices of all other variants by Rs 28,200. The base price of the off-roader, which is currently Rs 13.49 lakh (ex-showroom), has not altered. The higher-spec LX Hard Top Diesel AT 4WD, on the other hand, is now priced at Rs 16.77 lakh (ex-showroom). 

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Mahindra Thar 4x4 Base Variant Coming Soon in India?

The automaker will probably introduce a new entry-level 4x4 model of the Thar in the nation shortly. According to industry reports, the new model will sit below the AX(O) variant and will be called AX AC. Mahindra has not officially shared any information about the entry-level 4x4 version yet. However, market reports indicate that a new entry-level 4x4 model of the Thar is in the works and will likely come with two engine options –a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder mStallion petrol engine, capable of producing 150bhp and 320Nm, and a 2.2-litre mHawk diesel unit, capable of generating 130bhp and 320Nm. For transmission, both engines are expected to use a 6-speed manual gearbox. Further reports claim that the entry-level variant will lack the features of the AX (O) model.