One of the 4×4 Clubs has rendered as image of the new-generation Thar.
Now, this isn’t actually how the Thar might look as it misses out on the
seven vertical slats, which is a Mahindra signature. This design of the
Thar makes it look appealing and it has a meld of modern and retro
looks. The Mahindra on the front grille reminds of the Ford embossing on
the F150.
Mahindra is working on an all new Thar which will see the light only
by 2018. The new Thar will be a complete departure from the existing
vehicle. It will be based on a new platform, which will a derivative of
their new generation ladder frames.The Thar has been a consistent
performer for Mahindra, as it has distinct markets for both its version
which are the DI version and CRDe version. Mahindra had launched a
facelift of the Thar last year, where it had added several upgrades like
more contemporary looking interiors and also a rear differential lock.
With the adventure driving sport catching up in the country, Mahindra
will look at further strengthening their position in this genre and
offer a modern product to its loyal customers and also attract new
customers in to the Mahindra family.
Mahindra Thar 2018 Engine and Transmission:
The New Mahindra Thar will make use of a new platform which will
improve its rigidity. There will also be an all-new engine that will do
duty in the Thar. This new engine will be a 1.5-litre unit that will be
derived from the mHawk engine. It will churn out around 100bhp of power
and around 240Nm of peak torque. This new engine will be a more frugal
unit. The new-generation Thar will be torquey and at the same time it
will even fuel-efficient. The new crash test norms mean that the Thar
chassis will be lighter and this power will be more than sufficient. The
currently used 2.5-litre CRDe has about 105bhp of power and 247Nm of
torque. The difference between the power output is minor and the engine
size is a lot smaller too. This engine is a lot more refined, better NVH
and even fuel-efficient. Mahindra Thar’s new-generation will be modern,
small and yet torquey. At the moment the only challenge that Mahindra
faces is to make this engine to work on a 4×4.
Mahindra Thar 2018 suspension:
The Mahindra Thar 2018’s suspension will be spring and even the rear
are likely to get the same treatment. The currently sold Thar has front
independent on the higher variants, while the rear are leaf springs.
Expect the leaf springs to be replaced this time. The Mahindra Thar 2018
will have much better on the road manners too, when compared to the
current Thar.
Mahindra Thar 2018 Safety Features:
The All-New Thar will get a contemporary styling with neater lines
but will retain its butchy and rugged looks. This adventure vehicle will
also get Airbags and ABS
Mahindra Thar 2018 Launch Date:
The Mahindra Thar 2018 will be launched by mid 2018. The company
might build this on the TUV300’s platform. This is the same platform on
which even the new Bolero is likely to be made. Mahindra will
discontinue the current Thar as it will not be able to meet the 2018/19
crash test regulations.
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