Mahindra Thar Upcoming SUV Jeep Model in India

Mahindra & Mahindra is a major automobile and tractor manufacturer, well known maker of army vehicles as well. M&M has a global presence and its products are exported worldwide. They are the largest manufacturers of tractors in India with emerging features and advanced technology ultiization. M&M is gearing up for the launch of their new Mahindra Thar in India, which is revised and modified version of Commander Jeep. M&M's automotive division makes a extensive range of vehicles like the Mahindra Scorpio, Mahindra Xylo and Mahindra Bolero. Mahindra off roader Thar is a jeep like SUV with more elegant feature. Mahindra Thar SUV vehicle is undergoing design modifications to suit the Indian terrain and the company intends to target the customers who enjoy off-road traveling.

Technical specification of Mahindra Thar  :-

• 2498 CC Turbocharged Intercooler CRDI Diesel Engine
• 4 Compatible Engine
• Max Power 105 BHP at 3800 RPM system
• Max Torque 247 NM at 1800 to 2000 RPM system
• 5 Speed Manual Transmission with two speed gear reduction
• Minimum revolving radius of 5.25 m
• Independent front suspension with torsion bar and stabilizer bar
• Rear Semi elliptical leaf springs
• Front Disk Brakes
• Rear Drum Brakes
• 16 Inch Tubeless Tyres
• Dimensions  Length : 3920mm, Width : 17170 mm. Height : 1930 mm
• Wheelbase : 2430mm, Ground Clearance = 200 mm;
• Curb Weight : 1750 Kg

Additional Features of Mahindra Thar :-

• Independent front suspension and rear leaf spring suspension with double-action shock absorbers
• 2 Speed Gear Reduction;  1:1 and 2.68:1 coupled with NGT 530 R transmission
• 200 mm ground clearance specially for off loading safety
• Light Weight and high traction 6Jx16 wheels
• Ladder frame chassis and body on frame construction for rigidity, strength and shock-bearing capability.
• Approach angle of 46 Degrees and departure angle of 30 degrees for ease of travel through rough terrains.

Available Colour combination of Mahindra Thar :-

• Arctic White
• Black Toreador Red
• Mist Silver
• Toreador Red

With the aforesaid specification and features the Mahindra Thar is expected to come at a price of around Rs 6 to 8 lakhs in India. Reviews of this vehicle have been very impressive when it comes to power. Mahindra already started the production of Thar in its Mumbai unit and is expected to launch in India by end of December 2010.