Mahindra has updated its popular three-door lifestyle SUV Thar with the name Thar OG. Its price starts at just ₹ 10.32 lakh (ex-showroom) and the top variant goes up to ₹ 18.99 lakh. This model maintains the boxy look of the old Thar, but many important changes have been brought inside. Based on the new M_Glyde 4G platform, this SUV comes with a stronger chassis, better suspension, electric power steering and updated engine.
The focus has been on making everyday driving easier while maintaining off-road capability. It has been made modern by adding LED lighting, new grill, wide track and some features in the interior. There have also been improvements in safety features. Delivery is scheduled to start from October 2026. Overall, Thar OG has come with new features while enhancing the qualities of the old model, making it a better option for both city and off-road. Let us know about 5 major changes in Thar OG.
Updated exterior design
The exterior design of the Thar OG retains the familiar boxy silhouette, but several changes have been made. New five-slot grille, Thar badging, round LED headlamps with C-shaped DRLs and cornering LED fog lamps. The front-rear bumpers have been redesigned, the track has been widened and the top variant gets 19-inch alloy wheels. LED tail lamps and new color options Artemis Silver and Jeans Blue have also been added.
electric power steering
Electric Power Steering (EPS) has now been installed in place of the old hydraulic power steering. Due to this, steering has become much lighter and easier at low speed and in parking. City driving requires less effort and the center return is also better. The 4WD variant also has electronic locking differential and mud, sand, snow terrain modes, which increase off-road traction.
Revamped interior
Truffle brown leatherette upholstery, rear center armrest with cupholders and better seats have been added to the cabin. Features like large touchscreen infotainment system, wireless charging, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, color MID and push-button start are available. NVH levels have been reduced, due to which the cabin feels quite silent.
Revised chassis and suspension
Built on the new M_Glyde 4G platform, Thar OG has a more stiff chassis. At the rear, there is Pentalink suspension with Watts link and DAVINCI frequency-dependent dampers. Due to this, ride comfort has improved, body control is good and ground clearance has become 232 mm. The wheelbase remains the same at 2450 mm, but the width has been increased.
new variant options
It now gets three trim options – AXT, LXT and the new top ZXT. Prices for the base AXT start at ₹10.32 lakh, while the ZXT goes up to ₹18.99 lakh. Options are 1.5 liter diesel, 2.2 liter mHawk diesel (now more powerful) and 2.0 liter turbo-petrol. Both 2WD and 4WD are available. More features and safety are available in the top variants.
