The Thar Evolves

With the new updates, the Mahindra Thar feels more thoughtful than compromise

- Kanaad Chatterjee

In 2020, Mahindra's second-generation Thar became a cultural moment, a declaration of identity. A boxy, mud-slinging reminder that purpose-built didn't have to mean compromise on style and presence. Five years later, the 2025 Thar arrives, carrying that same raw DNA but wrapped in a more evolved, more comfortable skin. Mahindra hasn't torn down the fortress it built. It's more of a refinement, executed with restraint.

Familiar Shape, Finer Details

At first glance, you'd be forgiven for thinking little has changed. The stance remains unmistakable — wide, upright, and unapologetically rugged. Props to Mahindra for resisting the temptation to overdesign it. The Thar has presence because of its simplicity, and the facelift respects that lineage.

But the details is where things have changed. The alloys are new, the lighting signature has been reworked with LED elements, and the silhouette remains proudly old-school. The body-coloured grille, redesigned dual-tone bumper with silver inserts and two new hues — Tango Red and Battleship Grey — round up the updates on the body of the car.

The Cabin, Finally Civilised

Step inside, and you immediately sense where Mahindra has invested. For years, the Thar's cabin was a lesson in compromise. This time, it feels more thoughtful. There's a 10.25-inch touchscreen — crisp, responsive, and finally worthy of a car that commands so much attention. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard.