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Nearly a year after the first update in October 2025, the second-generation Mahindra Thar is set to receive another round of changes this month. This time around, though, the revisions are likely to be much more comprehensive.
The new Mahindra Thar that will be launched later this month will bring a facelift that makes it immediately distinguishable from the current design that has been present since August 2020. Mahindra intends to give the second-generation Thar a slightly more upscale and trendy appearance with the upcoming refresh.
The new Thar will have subtle design changes such as a revised grille, redesigned bumpers, tweaked headlamps, and a fresh alloy wheel design. A recent test mule sighting showed the upcoming model featuring a five-slot grille, LED headlamps, and new five-double-spoke wheels. Interestingly, earlier prototypes featured a six-double-slot grille similar to the one on the Thar Roxx, but that could’ve been part of the disguise.
The interior of the Thar may also get several styling and functional changes. Mahindra could introduce new upholstery and trim, along with a range of new tech, comfort, and convenience features such as a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, ventilated front seats, and a wireless smartphone charger. The company may also add passive keyless entry to the list of available features to make ingress and egress more seamless.
The new Thar should be offered with the same three turbocharged engine options as the current model: D117 CRDe 1.5-litre diesel, mHawk 130 CRDe 2.2-litre diesel, and mStallion 150 TGDi 2.0-litre petrol. The 1.5-litre diesel engine produces 87.2 kW (117 hp) and 300 Nm of torque, and it may only be offered with a 6-speed manual transmission like in the current model.
The 2.2-litre diesel engine develops 97 kW (130 hp) and 300 Nm of torque, while the 2.0-litre petrol engine is tuned to deliver 112 kW (150 hp) and 300 Nm of torque. As in the current model, customers should get a choice of 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic transmissions for these engines. Similarly, an option for a 4WD system may only be offered along with the 2.2-litre diesel and 2.-litre petrol engines.
