Mahindra’s highly-popular off-road SUV – Thar – is set to receive its first major upgrade in 2026. The carmaker has begun testing the updated model and it has been caught on camera for the very first time. The spotted prototype was painted in the signature red colour, and featured semi-camouflage revealing some of its key details. The new Mahindra Thar 2026 facelift will receive a significantly revised front fascia, resembling the Thar Roxx.
What’s new?
- New grille
- Revised headlamps
- Updated bumpers
- Newly-designed alloy wheels
- Redesigned taillights
Up front, the new Thar facelift will feature a revised grille with double-stacked slats, new headlamp clusters and a slightly tweaked bumper. The side profile will remain largely unchanged, except for the newly-designed alloy wheels. The rear bumper and redesigned taillights will give a refreshed look to the SUV’s rear section. Mahindra might also offer new colour options with the updated Thar.
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Expected cabin upgrades
The new Mahindra Thar 2026 facelift is likely to borrow several features from the Thar Roxx. The rugged SUV is expected to come with a newly-designed dashboard, a larger touchscreen infotainment system running on the latest UI and an updated digital instrument cluster. The hydraulic power steering could be replaced with a new electric unit.
The 3-door Thar’s cabin could also be updated with premium features such as a 360-degree camera, wireless phone charger, ambient lighting, ventilated front seats, 6 airbags as standard, rear disc brakes, Level 2 ADAS (advanced driver assistance system) and more.
Same Engines:
Mechanically, the new Mahindra Thar facelift is likely to remain unchanged. This means the existing 152bhp, 2.0L turbo petrol, 119bhp, 1.5L turbo diesel and 2.2L turbo diesel engine will be carried over from the pre-facelift model. Transmission choices will also remain unchanged – i.e. a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque convertor automatic.
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