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Mahindra
Thar
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The Mahindra Thar is celebrated for its powerful performance and off-road capabilities, making it a favorite among adventure enthusiasts. Users appreciate its rugged design and improved interiors, along with strong community support for modifications. However, some reviewers note that the ride can be bumpy for daily use, and space is limited, which affects practicality for everyday commuting. Additionally, concerns about fuel efficiency and the high price tag for top variants may deter potential buyers.
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  • GS
    Gursharn singh
    on 7th December 2025
    5.0

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 – Absolutely Awesome Driving Experience! My Mahindra Thar experience has been nothing short of mind-blowing. The drive feels powerful, confident, and effortless on every kind of terrain. Whether it’s highway cruising or off-road adventures, the Thar delivers pure thrill and unmatched road presence. The handling is smooth, the pickup is strong, and the overall driving feel is just awesome. Every ride makes you fall in love with driving all over again. Highly recommended for anyone who loves a bold, exciting, and unforgettable driving experience! 🚙💨🔥

  • AE
    Auto Enthusiast
    on 11th December 2025
    5.0

    Mahindra Thar, for me, it's much more than just a car; it's a 'go-anywhere' machine that represents pure freedom and adventure. I have huge respect for Mahindra for building a vehicle that retains the rugged, body-on-frame DNA of its predecessors. What makes it my favourite is that it's an unapologetic, purpose-built vehicle. It's Not trying to be a soft, road-only crossover. With its 4x4 system, solid ground clearance, and tough build, it's a vehicle that gives you the confidence to tackle any terrain, which is a perfect fit for the varied and unpredictable road conditions we have in India. The 4-Star Global NCAP safety rating is also a massive plus, proving that 'rugged' and 'safe' can go hand-in-hand. Beyond its off-road capability, it has an undeniable and iconic road presence. It's one of the few vehicles on the market that has real character and makes you smile every time you look at it. It's a true lifestyle vehicle that's all about the experience of driving, and that's what makes it my top pick.

  • PR
    Praneeth Rayal
    on 1st December 2025
    5.0

    Mahindra Thar as of Now, either offroad or on road I am very impressed with its performance and The aura it carries . After introduction of 2 wheel drive, Now Thar is an all-round vehicle which is happily accepted by family section also. The more you drive it , the more you fall in love with it. I personally feels it wont get tired ever .The way it takes you to a hill station or to a farmhouse or endless kilometres of highway with gentle and permissible speeds, I love every bit of it .

  • AE
    Auto Enthusiast
    on 11th December 2025
    4.0

    The Mahindra Thar would be by favourite. 1.The silhoutte of the Thar has a very distinct road presence and grabs eyeballs anywhere you go. 2.The engine options both the petrol and Diesel have oodles of torque and plenty of power.The car though is on the heavier side which slightly negates this. 3.The Thar has a reNowed offroad capability thanks to its suspension and 4x4.It makes shirt work of bad patches of road and potholes when driving around in the city. 4.The pricing of the Thar is equally nice which makes it a wholesome package. 5.It scores a high 4 star in global Ncap safety ratings.

  • A
    Ashok
    on 1st December 2025
    5.0

    Every time you take the Mahindra Thar out, it gives a little thrill. It goes over potholes and rough paths without thinking much, engine has good pull and the new interiors feel nicer than before. Space is Not huge and mileage is average, but people buy it for the fun, the looks and that off-road feeling you don’t get in Normal cars.

    • Posted on 4th October 2025
      Thread Summary

      The Mahindra Thar is praised for its rugged design and off-road capabilities, making it a favorite among adventure enthusiasts. Users appreciate its powerful engine options and modern features. However, concerns arise regarding its fuel efficiency, limited rear seat space, and higher price point for top variants, which may deter some buyers.

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According to user reviews on CARS24, the Mahindra Thar has an average interior rating of 0.0 out of 5.

According to user reviews on CARS24, the Mahindra Thar has an average exterior rating of 4.66 out of 5.

Similar cars to the Mahindra Thar in India include Elevate, Jimny, Astor, eC3, Venue N Line. These vehicles offer comparable features, body types, and price ranges.

The average city mileage of Mahindra Thar is 11.0 - 15.0km/l.
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