auto news desk, Mahindra & Mahindra launched the new generation model of Thar, one of its most popular SUV cars in India, in 2020. Since then this SUV has always been in high demand. The company launched its 2WD version in January this year. Which people are liking a lot. However, people have to wait a long time for its delivery.
Mahindra Thar 2WD Waiting Period
The Thar rear wheel drive 1.5L variant without the off-road kit is currently getting a waiting period of 17 months. At the same time, a waiting period of about one month is available for its petrol version 2WD Thar.
engine
The Thar 2WD gets Mahindra’s D117, 1.5-litre diesel engine that generates 118hp power and 300 Nm torque. This engine is also available in the XUV300 and Marazzo. There is no automatic gearbox available on the Thar 2WD diesel, with only a 6-speed manual gearbox being offered as the only option. While the Thar 4WD gets the 2.0-litre mStallion petrol engine, mated to a 6-speed torque converter automatic only. for gearbox. This engine generates 152hp power and 300 Nm torque.
worth
The Thar 2WD costs a lot less than the 4WD model. 2WD Diesel price starts from Rs. 10.54 Lakh and 2WD Petrol price starts at Rs. 13.49 Lakhs.
Signs of changing times for Thar?
When the 2.2-litre diesel engine was launched on the Thar, it led to a significant jump in the SUV’s sales, for which the waiting period crossed one year. But with the arrival of the 1.5-litre diesel RWD Thar, the waiting list has come down to almost a month.
Will compete with Maruti Jimny
This car will compete with Maruti Suzuki’s 5 door Jimny to be launched next month. In which 1.5 liter petrol engine will be available with 4×4 drivetrain.