5-Door Mahindra Thar With Premium Features; Gets Digital Driver Display

The homegrown UV maker, Mahindra will launch multiple new SUVs including the LWB Thar, XUV.e8 and the XUV300 electric in the country in 2024. The next Mahindra to be launched in our market will be the LWB Thar that has been spotted testing multiple times on the Indian roads. The 5-door Mahindra Thar will ride on longer wheelbase to accommodate rear doors and bigger boot. Adding to it, the SUV will be more practical and feature-loaded compared to the 3-door model on sale in our market.

The latest spy images reveal that the upcoming 5-door Mahindra Thar will come with a significantly revised dashboard layout, which will have new infotainment unit, new instrument console and new steering wheel. It is likely to be fitted with a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with AdrenoX. This infotainment unit is likely to support wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The SUV will also have a new 3-spoke steering wheel with controls for infotainment and others. Also See – 10 Things to know about new Thar LWB

The new spy image also reveals that the instrument cluster of the Thar LWB, which has digital speedometer and multi-information display (MID) on the right-hand side. The new model will come with a fixed roof, which will allow Mahindra to offer an electric sunroof option. Similar to the new Scorpio-N and XUV700, the LWB Thar will also come with roof-mounted speakers. The new 5-door Mahindra Thar will have front and rear armrests, and climate control with rear air-con vents.

The LWB SUV is expected to be based on the same ladder-frame chassis that underpins the new Scorpio-N. The 3-door model comes with an independent double wishbone front suspension with coil over dampers at the front & a multilink solid rear axle with coil over dampers at the rear. This suspension setup offers improved off-road capabilities; however, the ride quality will be bouncy & uncomfortable on city roads & the highway. The more practical Thar LWB is expected to receive the Scorpio N’s penta-link suspension for improved stability.

5-door Mahindra Thar Interior

It is expected that the Thar 5-door will share the powertrains with the Scorpio N, which is more powerful than the 3-door version. It will feature the 2.0L turbo petrol and 2.2L turbo diesel engines, delivering 200bhp with 370Nm/380Nm and 172bhp with 370Nm/400Nm, respectively. Transmission options will include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque convertor automatic. The lifestyle off-road SUV is expected to come with either 4×2 or 4×4 drivetrain options. If reports are to be believed, the production of the 5-door Thar is likely to commence in June 2024 and launch likely in the second half of 2024.

Source



from India Car News https://ift.tt/ElQpMUX
via IFTTT

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

New Mahindra XUV700 MX 7-Seater – Price, Features Explained

Image
Mahindra & Mahindra has expanded its XUV700 SUV lineup with a new entry-level 7-seater variant, the MX, priced at Rs 15 lakh. It’s about Rs 40,000 more expensive than the 5-seater version and Rs 3 lakh cheaper than the AX3 7-seater variant. The new Mahindra XUV700 MX 7-seater is being offered with a 2.2L diesel engine that delivers a peak power of 156 bhp. It comes with a 6-speed manual transmission. The MX 5-seater variant is also available with a 2.0L turbo petrol engine and a 6-speed manual transmission. Similar to its 5-seater counterpart, the new Mahindra XUV700 MX 7-seater is available in five color options: Midnight Black, Napoli Black, Everest White, Red Rage, and Dazzling Red. In terms of features, this entry-level 7-seater variant offers all the amenities available in its 5-seater counterpart, including pop-out door handles, roof rails, a rear spoiler, an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto, four speakers, a 7-inch instrument cluster, USB-A and USB-C...
Read more

Hyundai Ioniq 6 Electric Sedan Unveiled With Porsche Like Design

Image
GaadiWaadi - Hyundai Ioniq 6 is essentially a toned-down take on the Prophecy concept with unique styling elements; has a modern interior packed with new tech Following a set of teasers, Hyundai has unveiled the Ioniq 6 sedan for the global markets. The first sedan from the Ioniq electric vehicle range is also the first sedan to sit on the dedicated E-GMP electric skateboard architecture and it has several commonalities with the Prophecy concept showcased early last year. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is essentially a toned-down take on the Prophecy concept with a unique styling but retains most of the clever design ethos. The zero-emission sedan evokes a retro design language while blending with modern elements like the Parametric Pixel lights. A portion of the front as well as the rear whale tail spoiler reminds us of the vintage Porsches. The swooping low-tailed design gives us Porsche vibes again while the front and rear bumpers are rather busy. The Hyundai logo is grafted just below th...
Read more

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Receives Best Electric Car To Buy Award, Again

Image
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has been awarded The Car Connection’s Best Electric Car To Buy for a second consecutive year. The Car Connection’s team of experts rate vehicles on a 10-point scale evaluating them across a variety of categories, including styling, performance, comfort and utility, safety, technology, and efficiency. These awards stem from the publication’s year-long evaluation and testing of new or redesigned models based on what is most important for car shoppers. “We’re honored that the Hyundai IONIQ 5 has earned The Car Connection’s Best Electric Car to Buy Award for a second consecutive year,” said Ricky Lao, director, product planning, Hyundai Motor North America. “This remarkable achievement firmly emphasizes the IONIQ 5’s unparalleled excellence and innovation, including its confidence-inspiring range and impressive charging speed. The fact that IONIQ 5 is a repeat winner despite so many new EVs entering the market this year demonstrates just how advanced and well-rounded ...
Read more