Mahindra Thar waiting periods reduce by 6 months

The Thar has been a decent seller for Indian SUV specialist Mahindra, with monthly despatches averaging over 5,700 units. As we had reported earlier, Mahindra still has a backlog of about 71,000 units of the Thar (including the RWD version), but it has ramped up in production, which in turn has helped reduce waiting time considerably.

1. Mahindra Thar 4×2 diesel has the longest waiting period
2. Thar currently priced between Rs 11.25 lakh-17.20 lakh

Mahindra Thar 4×2 waiting periods in February 2024

The Thar 4×2 (or Thar RWD) diesel currently commands a waiting period stretching up to 10-11 months. Meanwhile, one would have to wait for 5-6 months for a petrol Thar 4×2; both these timelines are dependent on the variant selected. These represent a significant reduction over the 15-, 16-month waiting periods reported in October 2023.

The diesel Thar 4×2 is powered by a 1.5-litre engine that produces 118hp and 300Nm of torque paired to a 6-speed manual gearbox. The petrol version carries over the 2.0-litre turbocharged unit from the Thar 4×4, and produces 152hp and 300Nm of torque; this engine only comes with a 6-speed torque converter automatic. Prices for the Thar 4×2 range start at Rs 11.25 lakh and go up to Rs 13.99 lakh.

Mahindra Thar 4×2 waiting periods in February 2024

Those looking to buy any variant of the Thar 4×4 will have to wait just 2-3 months for delivery, and the fact that the waiting period has reduced from 5-6 months shows Mahindra’s efforts to ramp up production are paying off.

The Thar 4×4 is available with two engine options – the above mentioned 152hp, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol mStallion engine, and a 132hp, 2.2-litre diesel unit. Unlike the 2WD variants, the 4x4s have optional 6-speed manual and automatic gearboxes, and also get a manual-shift 4×4 transfer case, with select variants having a manual-locking differential.

Mahindra Thar 4×4 petrol prices currently range between Rs 14.30 lakh-16.60 lakh, while diesel versions are priced between Rs 15.00 lakh-17.20 lakh.

All prices, ex-showroom, India

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