Mahindra Thar OG On-Road Price Starts at ₹10.32 Lakh: Complete Variant-Wise Cost Guide

The Mahindra thar OG has landed with a starting ex-showroom price of ₹10.32 lakh. That figure matches the outgoing model’s base price, which is rare for a facelift with this many changes. But the sticker price is not what you pay.

On-road costs add RTO charges, insurance, and other fees. In Delhi, the base Thar OG costs ₹12.24 lakh on the road . In Kochi, it climbs to roughly ₹13.01 lakh.

Here is the full breakdown of what you actually pay, variant by variant.

What Changed on the Thar OG?

This is not a cosmetic refresh. Mahindra moved the Thar to the M_GLYDE 4G platform. The body is stiffer. The suspension is new. It gets a Pentalink rear setup with a Watts Link.

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The steering is now electric. That makes parking easier and tight turns less of a workout. Mahindra also added DAVINCI damping, which adjusts to road conditions.

All variants now get six airbags and disc brakes on all four wheels. The 2.2-litre diesel makes 152 hp and 330 Nm, up from 132 hp and 300 Nm. The 2.0-litre petrol makes 162 hp and 330 Nm, up from 152 hp and 300 Nm.

The Base Price Reality: AXT 1.5L Diesel RWD Manual

The ₹10.32 lakh figure refers to the AXT 1.5-litre diesel RWD manual. It is the only variant with the 1.5-litre engine. It comes solely with rear-wheel drive and a manual gearbox.

In Delhi, the on-road price breaks down like this:

Ex-showroom: ₹10,32,000

RTO charges: ₹1,29,000

Insurance: ₹51,600

Other charges: ₹10,920

Total on-road: ₹12,23,520

That is roughly ₹1.91 lakh above the sticker price. The RTO charge alone is 12.5% of the ex-showroom value.

Full Variant-Wise Ex-Showroom Prices

The Thar OG comes in three trims: AXT, LXT, and ZXT. The 1.5-litre diesel is limited to the AXT. The LXT and ZXT offer the 2.0-litre petrol and 2.2-litre diesel, with RWD or 4WD and manual or automatic options.

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Here is the complete price list:

1.5-litre Diesel:

• AXT RWD MT: ₹10.32 lakh

• LXT RWD MT: ₹12.99 lakh

• ZXT RWD MT: ₹13.99 lakh

2.2-litre Diesel:

• LXT RWD AT: ₹16.49 lakh

• LXT 4WD MT: ₹16.43 lakh

• LXT 4WD AT: ₹18.00 lakh

• ZXT RWD AT: ₹17.49 lakh

• ZXT 4WD MT: ₹17.49 lakh

• ZXT 4WD AT: ₹18.99 lakh

2.0-litre Turbo-Petrol:

• LXT RWD AT: ₹14.77 lakh

• LXT 4WD MT: ₹15.60 lakh

• LXT 4WD AT: ₹17.23 lakh

• ZXT RWD AT: ₹16.09 lakh

• ZXT 4WD MT: ₹16.60 lakh

• ZXT 4WD AT: ₹17.75 lakh

The 4x4 Price Picture

The Mahindra Thar 4x4 starts at ₹15.60 lakh for the LXT petrol manual . That is ₹5.28 lakh more than the base 1.5-litre diesel.

The 4x4 diesel manual costs ₹16.43 lakh. The 4x4 automatic options start at ₹17.23 lakh for petrol and ₹18.00 lakh for diesel.

The top-spec ZXT 2.2-litre diesel 4WD automatic costs ₹18.99 lakh ex-showroom . That is the most expensive Thar OG you can buy.

On-Road Prices in Major Cities

On-road costs vary by state. RTO charges and insurance rates differ. Here is what you pay in key cities for the base variant:

Delhi: ₹12.24 lakh

Mumbai: ₹12.39 lakh

Chennai: ₹12.80 lakh

Hyderabad: ₹12.70 lakh

Kolkata: ₹11.98 lakh

Gurgaon: ₹11.77 lakh

Faridabad: ₹11.77 lakh

The top-spec 4WD automatic reaches ₹22.51 lakh on-road in Delhi . That is nearly ₹3.52 lakh above the ex-showroom price.

What You Get for the Money?

The Thar OG is a body-on-frame SUV. It has a 4-star safety rating from the outgoing model, and the new version adds more standard safety kit.

Off-road hardware includes an electronic locking differential and terrain modes (Mud, Sand, Snow) on 4WD variants. The wider track and 19-inch wheels improve stability.

The cabin gets a 10.2-inch touchscreen and Truffle Brown leatherette seats. The second row gets an armrest with cupholders.

Who Should Buy Which Variant?

Buy the AXT 1.5L diesel if you want the Thar look and capability on a budget. It is RWD only, but it handles most daily driving. The on-road price stays under ₹13 lakh in most cities.

Buy the LXT 2.0L petrol 4WD manual if you want real off-road ability without the diesel premium. At ₹15.60 lakh ex-showroom, it offers the lowest entry into 4x4 territory.

Buy the ZXT 2.2L diesel 4WD automatic if you want the full package. More power, automatic convenience, and all the off-road hardware. The ₹18.99 lakh price is steep, but it is the most capable Thar OG.

Skip the base 1.5L diesel if you plan to carry heavy loads or drive in mountains. The 117 hp engine will feel strained. The 2.0L and 2.2L engines offer 152-162 hp and more torque.

The Final Thoughts

The Thar OG on road price starts at ₹12.24 lakh in Delhi and reaches ₹22.51 lakh for the top 4WD automatic . The base price stayed flat, but on-road costs add nearly ₹2 lakh.

The real value sits in the mid-range LXT variants. The 4x4 petrol manual at ₹15.60 lakh gives you genuine off-road ability without the diesel tax. The 1.5-litre diesel is a budget entry point, not a serious off-roader.

Check your local RTO charges before you book. Insurance rates vary by city and driver profile. The ₹10.32 lakh headline is just the start.