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Last Updated on: 21 Sep 2026

Mahindra Thar (2025-2026) User Reviews

4.8/5
26 Ratings | 26 Reviews

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The 2026 Mahindra Thar engine options comprise 1.5-litre diesel, 2-litre turbo-petrol and 2.2-litre diesel. While a manual gearbox is standard, 4WD and automatic transmission options are available with the latter two versions only.

 

The Mahindra Thar is a compact SUV that has the following dimensions and specifications:

Length3,985mm
Width1,855mm
Height1,850mm
Wheelbase2,450mm
Ground clearance226mm
Approach angle41.2 degrees
Departure angle36 degrees
Rampover angle26.2 degrees
Water wading depth650mm
Fuel tank capacity45 litres (1.5D), 57 litres (2P, 2.2D)
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Gauarv•21 Sept 2026
4/5

Thar is a statement. Those bold looks , commanding seats and the Engine surprised me with its smoothness and power. Cutting 1 star for its mileage. Though I still bought it.

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Anandi Prasad Singh•16 Sept 2026
4/5

I recently got a chance to spend time with the Mahindra Thar lxd mt 2WD. It feels more than just a car, with a strong personality and bold look. People notice its design, and the diesel engine feels strong and smooth, especially on highways.

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Keshavraj Solanke•16 Sept 2026
5/5

The Mahindra Thar is best for its comfort and gangster look, making you feel like you're riding a horse on your own terms. It's one of the best-selling models due to its looks and famous aura, so you should definitely buy it.

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Suraj Mondal•16 Sept 2026
5/5

This car is beautiful and luxurious, with the best price and features. The young generation loves it. It's an all-in-one car for on-road and off-road. The Thar is the dream car for many boys, and it offers great mileage.

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Anand Sen•15 Sept 2026
4/5

Mahindra Thar ka look bahut powerful aur attractive lagta hai. Iski road presence alag hi feel deti hai aur driving experience bhi kaafi amazing hai. Off-roading ke liye ye ek best SUV mani jati hai, lekin city me bhi comfortable driving deti hai.

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Archit Chaturvedi•15 Sept 2026
5/5

The Mahindra Thar is a lifestyle SUV known for its commanding road presence and rugged off-road capabilities. It appeals to off-road enthusiasts but can be bumpy on the road. Available in both 3-door and 5-door versions, it suits those valuing attitude over everyday practicality.

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Hemanth Reddy•15 Sept 2026
5/5

Nice car, my favorite. It's spacious and comfortable, looks good, has 4x4 capability, and performs well off-road. It runs smoothly, and I love the sound system. It's beautiful and perfect for family use.

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Aman Kal Kal•15 Sept 2026
5/5

The engine feels like thunder every time I press the gas pedal. It's punchy and performs well on all terrains without failing. This car is the reason to embrace off-roading in life. It's my dream car, and I have no regrets.

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Anjili Gandham•14 Sept 2026
5/5

A very good car with nice features and decent mileage. It's perfect for adventures, and the color options are great. The steering is soft, making it easy to drive. It's ideal for travelers, especially for driving and climbing hills.

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Chandan Doriya•14 Sept 2026
5/5

Awesome car for off-roading. Good mileage, excellent performance, and comfortable for long drives. The Thar is low maintenance with normal costs. It's great for both short and long road trips. Overall, a very good car in this price range.

Mahindra Thar (2025-2026) Expert Reviews

Autocar score
8

We like

  • Ergonomic improvements

  • Off-road ability

  • Petrol and diesel powertrains are refined and punchy

We don't like

  • Luggage space is limited

  • Access to rear seats

  • Ride is still bouncy

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•4d

With the Thar facelift around the corner, curious what existing Thar owners actually want Mahindra to improve. Ride comfort, rear-seat space, features or something else? The basic formula already works, so what would make the facelift feel meaningful?

•1w

Please suggest an SUV for me with an annual running of around 8,000- 10,000 km, mostly on highways and mountain terrain such as Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir. A manual diesel is my priority, along with safety. I have a family of two, and my budget is Rs. 10-15 lakh.

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•1w

For your 8,000- 10,000 km annual running and frequent highway and mountain trips, the XUV 3XO diesel manual remains the first choice. This Mahindra car has compact dimensions that are useful on narrow mountain roads, while the diesel has plenty of low-end torque for climbs and rough terrain. It also offers strong safety credentials and is much easier to live with as an everyday car.If your Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir trips involve genuinely challenging terrain and you want a more capable off-roader, the Thar 3-door is the more specialised choice. The 2.2-litre diesel with 4WD offers a proper low-range transfer case, making it far more capable off-road than the 3XO.However, the Thar is less practical for everyday use. It is a four-seater, has limited boot space, and the rear seats are less convenient to access. The 3XO is therefore the better all-rounder, while the Thar makes sense if off-road capability is a major priority.

VehicleMahindra XUV 3XO
VehicleMahindra Thar (2025-2026)
•2w

Ladakh trips are becoming almost a rite of passage for every Thar and Scorpio N owner now. Is this actually good for those roads long term?

•3w

If both were priced identically, Jimny 5-door or Thar 3-door, which would actually make more sense for daily city use over the occasional weekend off-road trip.

•3w

Paddle shifters on the Thar Roxx sound exciting on paper, but in actual city traffic I've used them maybe twice since delivery.