Mahindra Thar.e EV concept officially unveiled

Mahindra has finally unveiled the much-anticipated electric version of the popular Thar SUV. Named as Mahindra Thar.e, the electric SUV boasts a longer wheelbase and increased CG. The Thar.e concept was showcased in a 5-door layout.

Mahindra has also revealed the new Scorpio N-based pickup concept and it’s plans to bring the electric version of the Bolero and Scorpio as well. Mahindra will bring a new range of EVs including Thar.e Bolero.e, Scorpio.e, XUV.e, and lastly, BE (Born Electric Range).

Mahindra Thar Electric design, features

The Thar.e concept is a hardcore off-roader and is based on the INGLO P1 platform, instead of the ladder-frame chassis like the current Thar. Mahindra Thar.e will be coming in both 3-door and 5-door layouts.

The Thar.e exterior sports a crisp, geometric surfaces embody the robust ‘explore the impossible’ ethos, while innovative features like near-vertical windows maximize space and create a commanding presence, said the company.

At the rear, the Thar electric concept carries a spare wheel on the tailgate. The SUV has massive wheels with aggressive pattern tyres. Rear tail lights mimic the LED DRL signature on the front.

The interior of the Thar.e concept features a flat dashboard with grab handles at each end, a flat three-spoke steering wheel, a central touchscreen and a pronounced central tunnel help complete the minimalist but tough look. It also has a fighter aircraft-like live ‘status’ pictogram on the instrument panel.

Thar.e has fabrics made of 50 per cent recycled PET and a commitment to uncoated recyclable plastics.

Mahindra Thar Electric powertrain, battery and range

The Thar EV will use a modified version of Mahindra’s new INGLO dedicated EV platform known as the P1. The INGLO (INdia GLObal) platform uses what is called a skateboard platform, with a flat battery slung between the wheels. The same platform will also be used on the other five all-new electric SUVs.

The Thar.e will have a longer wheelbase between 2,775 mm and 2,975 mm and the ground clearance will be up to 300 mm. This is because the battery is at the floor and higher ground clearance is needed to keep it safe from damage. The extra length is added between the firewall and the hub of the front wheel.

The INGLO platform currently uses motor and batteries from BYD. However, Mahindra will likely source motor for the Thar.e from Volkswagen.

The battery used will be common with other INGLO SUVs with the 60kWh being the most likely one. Mahindra says the bigger 80kWh battery should return a driving range of about 435km to 450km under the WLTP cycle, so expect around 325km from the smaller battery pack.

Mahindra has scheduled launches all the way to October 2026. The company will launch BE.07 model at the end of it’s schedule. The production version of the Thar.e will take some time before it arrives in showrooms. The Mahindra Thar.e is expected to be price around Rs 18 lakh-20 lakh.

The price and other details like market availability will be announced soon.