Mahindra Thar Facelift 2025: Full Details Revealed

If you are a car lover, especially of off-road SUVs, you must have heard of the Mahindra Thar. It’s one of the most iconic jeeps in India, rugged, loved by adventurers, and now Mahindra Thar is giving it a facelift in 2025. I recently dug into the details, and here’s what stands out — what’s good, what you can expect, and what things you should think about before buying.

What is Mahindra Thar and Why It Matters

Thar is more than just a car; it is a symbol of off-road freedom in India. Mahindra Thar has been making it rugged, capable, simple — the kind of vehicle you can take deep into mud, mountains, forests, beaches, with confidence. But over time, people have also wanted more comfort, better tech, improved safety. That’s why this facelift matters — Mahindra Thar is trying to balance Thar’s wild off-road pedigree with more modern features and better comfort.

When It Will Be Launched & Price Range

• The facelifted 3-door Thar is expected to be launched at the end of September 2025.
  
• Deliveries might begin in October 2025, to catch the festive season buyers. 
• The expected price is somewhere between ₹10 lakh to ₹18 lakh (ex-showroom, India) depending on the variant, features, etc. 

What’s Changing on the Outside — Design & Look

The facelift brings some fresh design tweaks — Mahindra Thar seems to have taken inspiration from its newer ROXX versions. Some of the changes are:

• New grille design: The front grille will have horizontal slats instead of older designs. Minor but gives a stronger face.
  
• LED headlamps with C-shaped DRLs (daytime running lights). Brighter, more modern look.
  
• Revised bumper, new fog lamp housing. 

• Fresh alloy wheels, tweaked fenders and wheel arches. 
• Rear side: revised tail lamps, maybe LED, new bumper design.

So the shape will still be Thar — boxy, strong stance — but touches of modern style will make it look more up-to-date without losing character.

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Inside the Cabin — Comfort & Technology Upgrades

For daily driving and city use, interior features matter a lot. Here’s what Thar facelift likely brings:

• A free-standing 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with modern connectivity (Android Auto, Apple CarPlay). Wireless versions expected.
  
• Updated instrument cluster — likely partially digital or digital-analogue mix to show more info.
  
• Automatic climate control, better AC vents, more premium looking interior trims. Possibly some faux carbon fibre textures or other styling touches.
  
• Wireless charging pad for phones. 
• Other comfort items could include keyless entry, better sound system, maybe improved seats.
  

Engines, Power & Drive Modes — What Stays, What Improves

One strong thing about Thar is its reliable engine options. For this facelift:

• Mahindra Thar is keeping its existing engines:
  • 1.5-litre diesel
  • 2.2-litre mHawk diesel
  • 2.0-litre mStallion petrol
  
• Transmission options will remain: 6-speed manual, and 6-speed automatic (torque converter).
  
• Drive options: Both rear-wheel drive (RWD) and four-wheel drive (4WD) versions. So people who want real off-road will still get that.

So it is more an “update” than a full remake. If you liked the power & off-road ability of old Thar, you won’t be disappointed.

Safety & Expected Add-Ons

Safety is a big concern. Thar has decent safety now, but the facelift is expected to do better:

• Six airbags may become available in more variants.
• Features like Electronic Stability Control (ESC), ABS with EBD, brake assist, hill-start assist, hill-descent control might continue or improve.
• Better lighting (LEDs) will help visibility. More safety gadgets may be added in higher trims.

What’s Good, What Might Be Less Good

Every car has pros and cons. Here’s what the Thar facelift likely offers well, and some drawbacks or things to check.

What’s Good:

• The updated design gives a more modern look without losing Thar’s rugged charm.
  
• Better tech inside can make city rides more comfortable (infotainment, AC, features).
  
• Off-road ability likely remains strong, because 4WD, strong engines are there.
  
• Good safety features could make it safer for families / more daily use.
  
• Price range seems reasonable, given how many features are being added.
  

What Could Be Less Good / Things to Check:

• Mileage/fuel efficiency — with big engines and 4WD, fuel consumption may still be high in city traffic.
  
• Ride comfort on city roads/potholes may not match softer SUVs — Thar is still more rugged.
  
• Soft top option is reportedly discontinued — if you liked the convertible-feeling soft-top, you may lose that. 
• Price jump in higher variants with all features might go up beyond what some budget buyers expect.
  
• Availability of some features (e.g. six airbags, advanced safety aids) may be limited to top variants.
  

Who Should Buy It / Who It Suits

If I were to give advice, I’d say Thar facelift 2025 is best for:

• People who love adventure: mountains, forest roads, off-road tracks.
  
• Those who want a lifestyle SUV: something rugged but also has modern tech and comfort.
  
• Buyers who don’t mind spending a little more for features.
  
• City dwellers who also take long trips — the upgraded comfort and safety helps.
  

It might be less good if:

• You have mostly city driving, tight roads, traffic — maybe a smaller SUV with better efficiency is better.
  
• Budget is limited and you want many premium features — you may have to compromise or go for lower trim.
  

Conclusion — Is It Worth Waiting For?

My view: Yes, the facelifted Thar looks worth the wait — especially if you want the latest design touches, updated tech, more safety. Mahindra Thar seems to have tried to keep the Thar’s soul intact (its off-road strength, ruggedness), while giving it nicer day-to-day usability.