[Venkatesh]

Mahindra is working on multiple products under the Thar portfolio.

From an extended five-door version to special editions

“There are aggressive plans to build up on Thar(‘s) capacity as well, which is doing extremely well, and we are working on multiple products under the Thar portfolio,” stated Rajesh Jejurikar, Executive Director of Auto and Farm at Mahindra and Mahindra.

Source

[Dry Ice]

Thar “Somethinghawk” version - A more purpose built off-roader.

“Hawk” is derived from the heart of the Thar, any resemblance to existing product lineup(s) is merely coincidental!

[CEF_Beasts]

5-Door Thar spotted for the first time, undergoing testing.

A 4th blockbuster in the making? Only time will tell!







Link: https://www.instagram.com/reel/ChXqS...d=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

[highwaypatrol]

So the rumour about 5 door Thar is real ! Looking forward for more info. Credit : instagram: the_all_new_thar
https://www.instagram.com/reel/ChYq5...d=MDJmNzVkMjY=

[josetom89]

Did not expect that. Took me by surprise. I was of the impression that Mahindra shelved the plans for the time being.

[Phantom 510]

Those two extra doors cures the only chink in the Thar's armour i.e. access to the rear seats. Still looks pretty good with those extra doors without upsetting the overall proportions. It now appeals equally to both head and heart IMHO. Hope, it's priced right when launched or else it will mess up it's vfm factor. Good move by M&M.

[for_cars1]

Originally Posted by CEF_Beasts

5-Door Thar spotted for the first time, undergoing testing.

The windshield rake angle seems to be same as the 3 door Thar.

It would have been good to have a more slanted windshield (atleast as much as the Scorpio N) for better aerodynamics at higher speed.

[CliffHanger]

Wishlist over existing Thar:

- Full metal top option
- Better ride
- Center front arm rest
- 400 NM +
- More driver footwell space
- No DPF related issues
- Affordable pricing

[H Karter]

Originally Posted by CliffHanger

Wishlist over existing Thar:

- Full metal top option
- Better ride
- Center front arm rest
- 400 NM +
- More driver footwell space
- No DPF related issues
- Affordable pricing

Instead of Metal top I want detachable top in parts just as in Jeep Wrangler; otherwise it would be a Scorpio with a thar windscreen.

Features just as Bronco would be too wishful.

The last fossil fuel vehicle to have before EVs takeover!

[Hawkeye269]

Originally Posted by highwaypatrol

So the rumour about 5 door Thar is real ! Looking forward for more info.

It sure is... thanks for posting! I am guessing from the video of the test mule that the overall design similarities to its older (albeit smaller) sibling will be almost to the point of being identical (all the visible body panels including the bumper, fender, glass area, footboard, and hinges look like that of the 3-door Thar that’s currently on sale). The apparent differences include the length, of course, and the addition of rear doors, longer rear overhang, upright pillars, slightly raked front windshield, flat roofline, rectangular ORVMs, concealed roof rails and perhaps third-row seating (but I suspect the additional space will be used for more legroom in the second row and a bigger boot). Also, it is unlikely that the 5-door avatar will have a convertible version on offer.

According to Zigwheels (https://www.zigwheels.com/news-featu...st-time/46733/), the larger Thar will be "underpinned by a ladder frame platform derived from the Scorpio-N" and "powered by 2-litre turbo petrol and 2.2-litre diesel engines", with "prices likely to start at around Rs. 15 lakhs". So no change from the 3-door version when it comes to the power mills on offer.

The Times of India (https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/...w/93634667.cms) is in agreement on the adoption of the Scorpio-N platform and the mHAwk & mStallion engines, but adds that 4x4 may not be standard on the 5-door.

Motoroctane (https://motoroctane.com/news/242552-...from-scorpio-n) also feel that Mahindra might offer the 5-door Thar with a 4×2 drivetrain in order to keep the starting price tag low, and are of the view that it could also have the same Watt linkage for the rear axle as the Scorpio-N does. As for the launch dates, they speculate that Mahindra could showcase the concept car at Auto Expo 2023, with the launch date to follow shortly thereafter.

And now, for your viewing pleasure, some of the rendered images that are already doing the rounds:


Courtesy: Autocar


Courtesy: Cartoq


Courtesy: Motoroctane


Courtesy: GaadiWaadi


Courtesy: SRK Designs


Courtesy: Rush Lane


Courtesy: SRK Designs / Indian Autos Blog


Courtesy: Zig Wheels

[yatesh.92]

Originally Posted by CliffHanger

Wishlist over existing Thar:

- Full metal top option
- Better ride
- Center front arm rest
- 400 NM +
- More driver footwell space
- No DPF related issues
- Affordable pricing

Power should be increased as well so as to handle the extra weight.

[swunkjyn]

I think this testing is in early stages only because none of my friends and relatives living in Manali or upper reaches of Himachal has reported of test mules for Thar, otherwise I would have them. Saw Scorpio Classic and N myself back in Feb and then it was launched in the coming months. I am guessing that when we see Test mules in hilly areas, launch might be nearby.

[aditya79india]

Courtesy: SRK Designs


The only thought that flashed in my mind drooling over the pic "Is this the next Mahindra Armada?". Schooltime fantasy

[Benoit]

I wish they launch it next year. The Scorpio platform, shared engine and gear box options. The same spec as ScorpioN would suffice. Armada would be a worthy name. And this is a great opportunity to bring back an old name plate. I hope they don't name it as XUV.

If mahindra applies the same pricing strategy, this would be a sure shot success. After the launch, the SUV army in Mahindra would be so great that every Indian would be proud of Mahindra.

[swunkjyn]

Originally Posted by Benoit

I wish they launch it next year. The Scorpio platform, shared engine and gear box options. The same spec as ScorpioN would suffice. Armada would be a worthy name. And this is a great opportunity to bring back an old name plate. I hope they don't name it as XUV.

If Mahindra applies the same pricing strategy, this would be a sure shot success. After the launch, the SUV army in Mahindra would be so great that every Indian would be proud of Mahindra.

It may be very well possible. The length rumored for Thar 5 Door is 4300 mm.

Armada length is 4,305 mm
Scorpio length is 4,456 mm
ScorpioN length is 4,662 mm

Whatever it is, this is another Blockbuster product and will be a City Crawler + Adventure + Off-roading vehicle all in one vehicle. Pricing is expected to be 15L and above for the launch model. I had booked ScorpioN and now thinking of cancelling it and waiting for a year.