This spy shots suggest that the
Mahindra Thar has grown considerably in size moving to its second generation. A
wider body lends it a better stance. The all-new model will be a more
comfort-oriented vehicle which can be driven on a daily basis, unlike the
outgoing model which is seen as a secondary vehicle. By making the Thar a
better daily runner, Mahindra will achieve greater sales as it will appeal to a
wider set of audience.
The all-new Mahindra Thar has been built on a more
robust ladder-frame chassis and makes use of a stronger body structure which
makes it safer and capable enough to pass the upcoming BNVSAP crash tests norms
which will be seen in action from 1 October 2019. This ladder-frame chassis
will be the basis of the 2020 Mahindra Scorpio.
Carrying an evolutionary design, it retains all the
signature elements like seven-slot vertical grille, front fender-mounted
direction indicators, a broad and flat bonnet, circular halogen headlamps,
vertical brick-shaped combination lamps and a side-hinged tailgate with a spare
wheel. While on the inside, it will look newer with a fresher design. As per
previous spy shots, the new Thar utilizes a redesigned, all-black dashboard, a
digital-analogue instrument panel with a huge, mid-placed MID, a new,
multifunction steering wheel, round AC vents, new AC control dials with silver
finishes and a new, repositioned passenger grab-handle. Furthermore, another
big change inside the cabin will be the use of front-facing in the rear seats
instead of side-facing seats. This has been done for more comfort and safety of
the rear passengers.
Under the hood, expect the 2020 Mahindra Thar to
make use of a new-born, BS-VI compliant 2.0-litre diesel engine which will
develop 140 PS of maximum power and 300 Nm of peak torque. This engine will be
mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. An optional, manually-operated 4WD system is
expected in the all-new Thar.
In terms of safety, the 2020 Mahindra Thar will
feature front, ABS driver airbag, rear parking sensors, speed alert system and
more as standard. It will likely break cover at Auto Expo 2020.
