Which Mahindra Thar variant, drivetrain & top would be your choice?

Crosscountryman · 24th February 2023, 12:07

My choice has been D AT HT 4x4 in red colour and that is what I bought 14 months back. My boy toy has a primary purpose of taking me out of my mundane corporate life. And I find my mental peace at offbeat places in Himalayas, desert & jungle (some of the perks, manageable while living in NCR).

My Thar isn't my primary vehicle. I chose this model for its practicality on my purposes. I drive for long hours & distances, sometimes 1000km plus and 18-20 hrs in a single day. An Autobox with large fuel range engine option, comparatively silent cabin with safe luggage - helps my use case.

I've been happy with my choice - 14 months and 24k Kms down the line. My Thar has taken me to the places which I couldn't dare venture in my previous precious 4x4s.

nishsingh · 26th February 2023, 19:20

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Originally Posted by GTO

Soft-top is back on or off in ~10 minutes.

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Originally Posted by Shreyans_Jain

Because the convertible roof is manually operated and is fairly cumbersome. Had it been a powered soft top, it would have been perfect.

Actually, the convertible top can be taken off in about 45 seconds as demonstrated in the video (around the 2:30 mins mark) :

https://youtu.be/_P6syu10_Bo

Voted for the convertible, as I think the Thar loses its appeal if it's a hard top.

asingh1977 · 26th February 2023, 20:27

My choice would be Petrol AT/HT sans the low transfer case -- in red of course. (I so wish they made a blue)

Bibendum90949 · 28th February 2023, 23:37

It's a no brainer for me, the 4x4 Diesel Hardtop AT LX.

4*4 - Of course, 4*4 s, Off Roading and Exploration - all that's my new found love. Something that opened up a new world of motoring and new friends for me since my chance encounter with a friend's Gypsy in 2017. Since then I bought two Gypsies(both remain) and now the Thar.

Diesel - I want the torque benefit and the smoothness when all hell break loose in an off roading session. Also this would be my tourer and what better engine than the m Hawk to cruise at a steady 90-100 whole day and at 1600-1700 rpm. DPF be damned. I've almost cracked the code on how to keep the DPF tantrums at bay after having owned the first BS6 Diesel(Seltos) for 3 years. Yes, driving it to the Himalayas for a multi week exploration would be having it's own challenges. I'll cross that bridge when I approach it.

Hardtop - While the CT is fun with open top jeeping, wind in the hair etc, practicality has to be a priority especially when I intend to tour the length and breadth of the country.

AT - It's a must these days, even the highways and toll booths are choc-a-bloc. The torque converter and m Hawk is a match made in heaven. It's all butter smooth.

LX - I always go for the top variant than regretting later.

sandeeprawat · 31st May 2023, 19:35

Not allowed to vote :(

My choice (and likely my next ride lol)
Petrol (NCR)
4×4 (For me Thar without 4x4 is just showoff)
Convertible top (Why wouldn't I get a Scorpio N 4x4 if all I need is a capable 4x4 SUV with a closed roof. I'm not a hardcore offroader anyways)

View Poll Results: Your choice?
4x2 Diesel Hardtop MT AX OPT	10	3.26%
4x2 Diesel Hardtop MT LX	16	5.21%
4x2 Petrol Hardtop AT LX	27	8.79%
4x4 Petrol Convertible MT AX OPT	4	1.30%
4x4 Diesel Convertible MT AX OPT	4	1.30%
4x4 Diesel Hardtop MT AX OPT	8	2.61%
4x4 Petrol Hardtop MT LX	13	4.23%
4x4 Diesel Convertible MT LX	6	1.95%
4x4 Diesel Hardtop MT LX	19	6.19%
4x4 Petrol Convertible AT LX	28	9.12%
4x4 Petrol Hardtop AT LX	34	11.07%
4x4 Diesel Convertible AT LX	29	9.45%
4x4 Diesel Hardtop AT LX	109	35.50%
Voters: 307. You may not vote on this poll

24th February 2023, 12:07	#31
Crosscountryman Newbie Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: Gurugram Posts: 21 Thanked: 51 Times	Re: Which Mahindra Thar variant, drivetrain & top would be your choice? My choice has been D AT HT 4x4 in red colour and that is what I bought 14 months back. My boy toy has a primary purpose of taking me out of my mundane corporate life. And I find my mental peace at offbeat places in Himalayas, desert & jungle (some of the perks, manageable while living in NCR). My Thar isn't my primary vehicle. I chose this model for its practicality on my purposes. I drive for long hours & distances, sometimes 1000km plus and 18-20 hrs in a single day. An Autobox with large fuel range engine option, comparatively silent cabin with safe luggage - helps my use case. I've been happy with my choice - 14 months and 24k Kms down the line. My Thar has taken me to the places which I couldn't dare venture in my previous precious 4x4s.
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26th February 2023, 20:27	#33
asingh1977 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 482 Thanked: 831 Times	Re: Which Mahindra Thar variant, drivetrain & top would be your choice? My choice would be Petrol AT/HT sans the low transfer case -- in red of course. (I so wish they made a blue)
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28th February 2023, 23:37	#34
Bibendum90949 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Blr/Kochi/Wynd Posts: 1,487 Thanked: 7,456 Times	Re: Which Mahindra Thar variant, drivetrain & top would be your choice? It's a no brainer for me, the 4x4 Diesel Hardtop AT LX. 44 - Of course, 44 s, Off Roading and Exploration - all that's my new found love. Something that opened up a new world of motoring and new friends for me since my chance encounter with a friend's Gypsy in 2017. Since then I bought two Gypsies(both remain) and now the Thar. Diesel - I want the torque benefit and the smoothness when all hell break loose in an off roading session. Also this would be my tourer and what better engine than the m Hawk to cruise at a steady 90-100 whole day and at 1600-1700 rpm. DPF be damned. I've almost cracked the code on how to keep the DPF tantrums at bay after having owned the first BS6 Diesel(Seltos) for 3 years. Yes, driving it to the Himalayas for a multi week exploration would be having it's own challenges. I'll cross that bridge when I approach it. Hardtop - While the CT is fun with open top jeeping, wind in the hair etc, practicality has to be a priority especially when I intend to tour the length and breadth of the country. AT - It's a must these days, even the highways and toll booths are choc-a-bloc. The torque converter and m Hawk is a match made in heaven. It's all butter smooth. LX - I always go for the top variant than regretting later. Attached Thumbnails
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31st May 2023, 19:35	#35
sandeeprawat BHPian Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Noida/Rishikesh Posts: 67 Thanked: 47 Times	Re: Which Mahindra Thar variant, drivetrain & top would be your choice? Not allowed to vote :( My choice (and likely my next ride lol) Petrol (NCR) 4×4 (For me Thar without 4x4 is just showoff) Convertible top (Why wouldn't I get a Scorpio N 4x4 if all I need is a capable 4x4 SUV with a closed roof. I'm not a hardcore offroader anyways)
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