Mahindra has launched the Thar OG in India at an introductory ex-showroom price of Rs 10.32 lakh. It replaces the three-door Thar introduced in 2020. Nepal pricing has not been confirmed.
The SUV is offered in AXT, LXT and ZXT trims with petrol and diesel engines. Buyers can choose rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. India deliveries are scheduled to begin on October 11, 2026.
What changes
Underneath, the Thar OG uses Mahindra’s stiffer M_Glyde 4G platform. It gets Pentalink rear suspension with a Watts Link, Frequency Dependent Damping, electric power steering and added cabin insulation.
Engine choices are:
- 2.0-litre G20 TGDi mStallion petrol: 160 hp, 330 Nm
- 2.2-litre D22 mHawk diesel: 150 hp, 330 Nm
- 1.5-litre D117 CRDe diesel: 117 hp, 300 Nm
Four-wheel-drive versions add an Electronic Locking Differential and Mud, Sand and Snow modes. Design changes include a new five-slot grille replacing the previous seven-slot design, round LED headlamps with C-shaped daytime running lights, revised bumpers, and new tail lamps inspired by the Thar Roxx.
The ZXT gets 19-inch alloy wheels, LED fog lamps with cornering functionality, Truffle Brown leatherette seats, six airbags and four-wheel disc brakes. Front parking sensors, a rear camera and tyre-pressure monitoring are also available. The Thar OG remains a strong prospect for Nepali off-road buyers, but Mahindra has not announced its official Nepal arrival.
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