[maddy42]

Originally Posted by Vinod_nair

how did they manage to get in, without a proper footstep, like the old Thar. M&M should have provided grab handles on the A pillar, for easier ingress.

I remember seeing Renuka's review and she had to heav herself in, with some grunt to get in.

I agree to this, am currently making a aftermarket Grab handle and had to lower the foot step on my Jeep as even a 30s chap like me had difficulty getting in, and just imagine my mom or dad in this situation. The reason they dont do it is either they dont ask their customers or the customer doesnt complain to them.

Maddy

[varunswnt]

Originally Posted by Venkatesh

Mahindra Thar HerDrive impressions

https://Youtu.be/hLhNQ2wc3-Y

This is exactly what GTO mentioned in couple of posts. Mahindra is trying to project this also as a women friendly car rather than only Macho SUV for hardcore fans. They are going in for kill with Thar on so called compact SUVs. Build an image of Thar so that every person who is buying a car in that price range is also compelled to take a second look before finalizing car. As someone said in earlier posts, this is bullet of cars, and we all know how bullet has captured the market in last decade. Could this be that moment for Mahindra is what needs to seen in coming months.

[CrAzY dRiVeR]

The much awaited event will start at 12:30PM. Site has been updated with the countdown.

[AdiSinghV12]

Some internal pre-launch Grade Walk snaps straight out of the catalog

[raunak2X90]

Don't know if this was announced before, but I have just observed that Mahindra has updated the website with another "Thar AX Standard" variant. This loses out on the locking differentials and side step. It will be the cheapest model which I guess should be priced sub 10 lakh ex showroom. Sufficient for touring and non serious off-roading.

[deetjohn]

Originally Posted by Venkatesh

Mahindra Thar HerDrive impressions

Good one by Mahindra to help convince the better half before all plans get ruined after noon today.

I showed this video to my wife and even she is excited to drive the new Thar. A lot of things (and I say its one BIG list) need to fall in place before we can get one home, but we are surely looking forward to checking it all out. The auto industry hasn't given much to the enthusiasts sitting on the wrong side of 15 lakhs till now. Let's see how it goes!

[Slipstream11]

My dealer contact sent me these two following images late last night over WhatsApp. This talks about new variants which were missing in the launch announcement:

1. LX petrol manual 4-seater hard top (this is wow!!)
2. LX diesel manual 4-seater convertible top
3. AX petrol standard 6-seater soft top

[justwheels]

Originally Posted by raunak2X90

Don't know if this was announced before, but I have just observed that Mahindra has updated the website with another "Thar AX Standard"

I am not sure this is good news or bad. This could be a case to visually keep the pricing starting below 10L but that also means the more usable variants are expected to cost much higher, hence this need.

Originally Posted by deetjohn

Good one by Mahindra to help convince the better half before all plans get ruined after noon today.

I showed this video to my wife and even she is excited to drive the new Thar. A lot of things (and I say its one BIG list) need to fall in place before we can get one home, but we are surely looking forward to checking it all out. The auto industry hasn't given much to the enthusiasts sitting on the wrong side of 15 lakhs till now. Let's see how it goes!

How much these words echo with mine. Last 1 and a half months since the launch I have been acting like Mahindra's PR guy trying to show some great videos to my wife. She is mostly convinced but only the TD will put a final stamp.

These are the most anticipated 45 days of my life. Happy birthday Gandhiji by the way !

[Rangy62]

Wonder how the seats will be on a 6 seat Mahindra Thar? Awaiting the announcement of prices today!

[CrAzY dRiVeR]

Catch the live action here, at 12:30 PM -

https://youtu.be/8jNynZ2-73A

Originally Posted by justwheels

Last 1 and a half months since the launch I have been acting like Mahindra's PR guy trying to show some great videos to my wife. She is mostly convinced but only the TD will put a final stamp.

You're not alone buddy.

Only difference is that my better half refuse to accept this will be any better than the earlier generation which we have experienced. Stuck in the "We need a car, not a 'jeep'" phase.

Hopefully the showroom experience and pricing will help the case further.

[raunak2X90]

Originally Posted by Slipstream11

1. LX petrol manual 4-seater hard top (this is wow!!)

Oh wow! I had specifically asked for this variant over the phone calls with the team. Looks like there were many others who had similar preferences and Mahindra listened! I am starting to like the company a little more.

[Slipstream11]

Originally Posted by Rangy62

Wonder how the seats will be on a 6 seat Mahindra Thar? Awaiting the announcement of prices today!

Just like the previous gen thar - two front facing seats (driver and passenger) and two side facing benches in the rear, each accommodating 2 people

[Pancham]

Originally Posted by Slipstream11

1. LX petrol manual 4-seater hard top (this is wow!!)

If this is true, a lot of people will be happy (including me). Looks like Mahindra pulled it off at the last minute here. Could not find it in the website though.

Eagerly waiting for 12:30pm.

[balenoed_]

Originally Posted by Sanjivvohra

I'll make a trip to Bommanahalli M&M showroom this weekend to check out the vehicle for real.

Originally Posted by balenoed_

Stay home, the vehicle will not be there this weekend.

I was wrong. The vehicle is there now. Go ahead, explore..

[tilt]

Originally Posted by justwheels

I am not sure this is good news or bad. This could be a case to visually keep the pricing starting below 10L but that also means the more usable variants are expected to cost much higher, hence this need. *SNIP*

My mind went exactly to the same thought. I believe this is merely for optics and an excuse to justify much higher pricing for the actually usable variants.

Cheers