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 4x2 diesel has the longest waiting period
2. Thar currently priced between Rs 11.25 lakh-17.20 lakh

Mahindra Thar 4x2 waiting periods in February 2024

The Thar 4x2 (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 4x2; 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 4x2 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 4x4, and produces 152hp and 300Nm of torque; this engine only comes with a 6-speed torque converter automatic. Prices for the Thar 4x2 range start at Rs 11.25 lakh and go up to Rs 13.99 lakh.

Mahindra Thar 4x2 waiting periods in February 2024

Those looking to buy any variant of the Thar 4x4 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 4x4 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 4x4 transfer case, with select variants having a manual-locking differential.

Mahindra Thar 4x4 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