Mahindra is undergoing a transformation and part of this transformation involves a fresh design approach. The Thar, a popular model, is also getting a new look. Departing from its earlier design influences, the Thar.e concept introduces a complete departure from its traditional appearance. Notably, it is an all-electric model, meaning it ditches the conventional ladder-frame chassis. Mahindra has chosen a five-door configuration for this iteration.
The exterior of the Thar.e concept showcases a raised Baja-style suspension, indicating substantial ground clearance and impressive wheel travel. The robust and boxy dimensions, along with the squared-off fenders, give it a rugged off-road demeanor. The body features ‘flat’ panels, some with corrugations and visible door hinges. The front of the Thar.e exhibits a distinctive design with quartered and square headlights set within a rectangular ‘grille.’ This layout is reminiscent of classic models like Land Rovers and early Land Cruisers.
The interior of the Thar.e concept boasts a flat dashboard with grab handles on either end. It incorporates a flat three-spoke steering wheel, a central touchscreen, and a notable central tunnel, contributing to a minimalist yet robust appearance. While the Thar.e avoids an excessive use of touchscreens seen in its INGLO stablemates, it does sport a fighter aircraft-inspired ‘status’ pictogram on the instrument panel.
Moving to its technical specifications, the Thar EV is set to adopt Mahindra’s new INGLO dedicated EV platform, referred to as the P1. Unlike the traditional ladder-frame chassis of the current Thar, the P1 platform employs a skateboard design with a flat battery placed between the wheels. This modular and adjustable chassis can vary in length, wheelbase, and height. The Thar.e built on the P1 platform will have a wheelbase ranging between 2,775mm and 2,975mm.
Power will come from BYD initially, for models like the XUV.e8, while the Thar.e could opt for more powerful motors sourced from Volkswagen. These motors presently offer 80kW and 210kW for the front and rear axles, respectively. The batteries used will likely be shared with other INGLO SUVs, with the 80kWh battery providing a range of about 435km to 450km under the WLTP cycle, and the smaller 60kWh battery expected to deliver around 325km.
Given Mahindra’s busy launch schedule until October 2026, when the BE.07 is expected, the production version of the Thar.e may not arrive in showrooms soon.
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