Okay, so let’s just address the elephant in the room: an electric Thar? Really? It sounds like someone mixed oil with water… and yet, somehow, Mahindra pulled it off. The Thar.e isn’t just a PR stunt or a greenwashed version of the original—it’s actually kind of brilliant. Think of it like this: you still get that go-anywhere, no-nonsense off-road attitude, but now with a battery instead of diesel fumes. It’s the same rebel spirit, just… recharged. Literally.
Mahindra Thar Electric Car
Alright, just when you thought the Mahindra Thar had peaked in coolness, boom — they’ve gone and made it electric. Yeah, seriously. It’s called the Thar.e, and it’s not just a tree-hugging city commuter in an off-road costume. Nope. This thing’s a legit, rugged machine with that classic Thar DNA… just, you know, charged up.
Whether you’re the kind who likes getting mud on your boots or someone who just wants to look like they do, the Thar Electric might just be your next obsession.
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Launching This Independence Day — August 15, 2025
Mark your calendar, charge your excitement (bad pun, sorry), because Mahindra is rolling out the Thar.e on August 15th. That’s right — India’s Independence Day. Feels kinda poetic, doesn’t it? A new kind of freedom, but electric.
The concept was first teased in Cape Town (because why not), and ever since, the buzz has been non-stop. It’s one of those rare moments where the hype actually feels justified.
What’s Under the Hood?
The Thar Electric is built on Mahindra’s INGLO-P1 platform — which, if you’re a bit of a nerd like me, basically means it’s designed to handle everything from office parking lots to rocky cliffside trails in Himachal.
Dual motors. Yes. Battery pack between 60-75kWh. Also yes. And get this — it’s aiming for 400+ km of range. That’s a decent Pune-to-Goa run, no sweat. And if you find yourself low on juice? 175kW fast charging will get you from 0 to 80% in about 30 minutes. That’s like, one coffee and two Instagram scrolls.
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The Money Talk — Pricing & Variants
Alright, let’s get into the nitty-gritty — how much is this electric beast gonna set us back?
- Expected Price:₹20 lakh to ₹30 lakh (ex-showroom)
- On-Road Guess:₹22 lakh to ₹33 lakh-ish (after all the adulting stuff like insurance and taxes)
Mahindra’s probably going to launch two versions:
- AX Variant: No-frills, adventure-ready, wallet-friendly. Think “jeans and a t-shirt” level simple.
- LX Variant: Luxe, techy, and probably the one most of us will drool over but try to convince ourselves we don’t need.
The Design — Still Thar, Just More Grown-Up
The Thar.e doesn’t stray far from its roots, but it definitely looks like it’s been to the future and back. The three-door setup is gone — replaced by a more practical five-door design. And honestly? Thank god. It’s way more usable if you’ve got passengers or gear (or both).
You get that closed-off front grille (good for aerodynamics and mysterious vibes), some seriously sharp LED headlamps, and these squircle-shaped taillights — they’re weird, they’re funky, and I weirdly love them. There are also flared wheel arches, orange tow hooks (just begging for a rescue mission), and recycled, interchangeable bumpers. Yep, they’re thinking about the planet too.
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Personal Take? It’s a Game-Changer
Look, I’m not easily sold on EVs — especially when they mess with something iconic. But this? This feels right. It’s not trying too hard to be cool. It just is. If you’re the kind of person who loves driving into the wild but doesn’t want to carry around fossil fuel guilt, the Thar Electric might be the sweet spot. It’s powerful, practical, and yeah — it’s still a Thar. Just… evolved.
I don’t know about you, but I can already picture it — dirt trail, sunset, a little hum from the motor, and no gas station in sight. Sounds like freedom to me.