Mahindra Thar faclift vs old Thar — How have the dimensions changed?
- 12026 Thar is 10mm longer and 50mm wider than the pre-facelift Thar
- 2Wheelbase is unchanged at 2,450mm
- 3Ground clearance has grown by 6mm to 232mm
- Mahindra Thar facelift dimensions — New vs old model compared
- 2026 Mahindra Thar facelift gets increased ground clearance, same wheelbase
- Mahindra Thar Facelift vs pre-facelift Thar water wading depth
- Thar Facelift vs pre-facelift Thar track width and off-road angles
- 2026 Thar Facelift vs pre-facelift Thar fuel tank capacity
The Mahindra Thar OG doesn't just bring styling and feature updates over the outgoing three-door Thar, its underlying dimensions have shifted too, some by a meaningful margin. Here's a full side-by-side look at how the two generations compare.
Mahindra Thar facelift dimensions — New vs old model compared
| Dimension | Pre-facelift Thar | Thar Facelift |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3,985 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,820 mm | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,850 mm (AXT) / 1,855 mm (LXT) | 1,855 mm |
The 2026 Mahindra Thar is 10mm longer than the pre-facelift Thar, which is a small change. The bigger difference is in width, which has increased by 50mm. This gives the Mahindra Thar Facelift a wider stance and could also offer slightly more shoulder room for front-row occupants. Height remains almost unchanged, with the new model measuring 1,855mm, the same as the pre-facelift LXT variant.
2026 Mahindra Thar facelift gets increased ground clearance, same wheelbase
| Dimension | Pre-facelift Thar | Thar Facelift |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm | 2,450 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 232 mm |
The wheelbase remains unchanged at 2,450mm, so the basic cabin footprint and proportions of the 3-door Mahindra Thar remain similar to the older model. Ground clearance, however, has increased by 6mm to 232mm. This small increase can be useful when driving over uneven surfaces and off-road trails.
Mahindra Thar Facelift vs pre-facelift Thar water wading depth
Water wading depth remains unchanged at 650mm on both the pre-facelift Thar and the 2026 Mahindra Thar. This means the new model retains the same water-crossing capability as the previous version.
Also Read: Mahindra Thar OG price list, engine options and features — Everything you need to know
Thar Facelift vs pre-facelift Thar track width and off-road angles
| Dimension | Pre-facelift Thar | Thar Facelift |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track | 1,520 mm | 1,580 mm |
| Rear Track | 1,520 mm | 1,580 mm |
| Approach Angle | 41.2 degree | 40 degree |
| Departure Angle | 36 degree | 30 degree |
| Rampover Angle | 26.2 degree | 26.4 degree |
The front and rear track widths have increased by 60mm each, matching the wider body of the Mahindra Thar Facelift. This wider track could also help improve stability and grip on the road. The off-road angles show a mixed change. The rampover angle has increased slightly from 26.2 degrees to 26.4 degrees, while the approach angle has dropped from 41.2 degrees to 40 degrees.
The biggest change is at the rear, with the departure angle reducing from 36 degrees to 30 degrees. This means the 2026 Mahindra Thar may have a lower clearance margin at the rear when coming down steep obstacles.
2026 Thar Facelift vs pre-facelift Thar fuel tank capacity
| Engine | Pre-facelift Thar | Thar Facelift |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5-litre D117 CRDe diesel | 45 litres | 55 litres |
| mHawk Diesel | 57 litres (mHawk 130 CRDe) | 55 litres (D22 mHawk 150 CRDe) |
| mStallion Petrol | 57 litres (mStallion 150 TGDi) | 50 litres (mStallion 160 TGDi) |
Fuel tank capacity has changed depending on the engine variant. The D117 CRDe gets a larger 55-litre tank, up from 45 litres in the pre-facelift Thar. The mHawk diesel tank has reduced slightly from 57 litres to 55 litres, while the mStallion petrol version gets a more noticeable reduction from 57 litres to 50 litres.
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