Complete owner’s guide for the Mahindra Thar with photo, model introduction, full specifications, 5-year India sales report, variant links, 100 reported issues and 1 replacement parts rendered directly in the HTML body for search engines.
One of India's most popular suvs — driven by reliability, value and proven service.
The Mahindra Thar is a suv sold in India in the ₹11.36–20.98 lakh price range. Available in Diesel, it competes in the suv segment with feature-rich variants, modern safety equipment, and a strong service network across India.
Ex-showroom price: ₹11.36–₹20.98 lakh | Segment: SUV | Fuel: Diesel | Mileage: 14–18 km/l | Seating: 5 persons.
| Engine | 4-cyl Turbo |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.5–2.0 L |
| Power | 115–170 PS |
| Torque | 150–250 Nm |
| Transmission | 6MT / 7DCT / 6AT |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 14–18 km/l |
| Drive Type | FWD/AWD |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 9.7 s |
| Seating | 5 persons |
| Boot Space | 433 L |
| Fuel Tank | 50 L |
| Ground Clearance | 198 mm |
| Length × Width × Height | 4365 mm × 1815 mm × 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 |
| Airbags | 6 |
| Safety Rating | Not Yet Tested |
| Warranty | 3 yrs / 1,00,000 km |
| Infotainment | 10.25-in HD, connected car, OTA |
7 variants are listed with fuel type, transmission, airbags, trim level and direct variant-page links.
Units sold in India across the latest 5-year report period. Total 5-year volume is 2,58,600, with peak sales of 73,200 units in 2024 and 2024 sales of 73,200 units (+2% YoY).
| Year | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Units Sold | 16,400 | 36,800 | 60,400 | 71,800 | 73,200 |
These sales figures are sourced from curated SIAM, FADA and industry-report aligned data where available.
Some users report the engine temperature rising quickly in heavy traffic or during long idling, especially in summer conditions.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹2,000–₹15,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Temperature gauge rising, Hot air from AC, Coolant warning light.
Manual Thar owners often feel gear shifts are stiff, especially in 1st and 2nd gears.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,500–₹10,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Hard gear shifts, Gear getting stuck, Grinding noise.
Due to ladder-frame design, the ride feels bouncy on uneven roads.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹8,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Very Common
Common symptoms: Excessive bouncing, Body roll, Unstable feel.
Many users notice squeaky sound while applying brakes at low speeds.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹500–₹5,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Squeaking sound, Noise while braking.
Drivers report heavy steering feel while parking or in city traffic.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹1,000–₹12,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Hard steering, Difficult parking.
Wheel alignment tends to go off frequently, especially after rough driving.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹500–₹4,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Vehicle pulling to one side, Uneven tyre wear.
Touchscreen response is sometimes slow or freezes.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹15,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Screen lag, System freeze.
Windows sometimes stop responding or move slowly.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,000–₹8,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Occasional
Common symptoms: Window stuck, Slow movement.
AC struggles in peak summer heat conditions.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,500–₹12,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Weak cooling, Hot air.
Drivers complain about heavy clutch, especially in city traffic.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹2,000–₹15,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Hard clutch press, Leg fatigue.
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