What Makes Thar’s High Spec LX Variant Stand Out? Let’s find out
For the first time, the Thar will be available with an automatic gearbox, but if you’re looking for that two-pedal setup, you’ll have to get the LX variant. So what does this high-spec variant offer, and what are your options when it comes to roof and powertrain?
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Powertrain |
2.0 liter gasoline turbo / manual |
2.2 liter diesel / manual |
2.0 liter gasoline turbo / automatic |
2.2 liter diesel / automatic |
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Maximum power |
150 hp |
130 hp |
150 hp |
130 hp |
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Maximum torque |
300 Nm |
300 Nm |
320 Nm |
300 Nm |
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Transmission |
6 speed MT |
6 speed MT |
6 speed AT |
6 speed AT |
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Price (LX) |
Rs 12.49 lakh (hardtop) |
Rs 12.85 lakh (convertible soft top), Rs 12.95 lakh (hard top) |
Rs 13.45 lakh (convertible soft top), Rs 13.55 lakh (hard top) |
Rs 13.65 lakh (convertible softtop). Rs 13.75 lakh (hard top) |
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Difference with AX Opt |
N / A |
75,000 rupees (for both roof options |
N / A |
N / A |
All prices, ex-showroom India
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Summary: Go ahead if the Thar will be your everyday car and you don’t want to do any aftermarket work.
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Exterior |
Inside |
Safety |
Comfort and convenience |
Infotainment |
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Featured Features |
Two-tone bumper, fender-mounted radio antenna, front fog lights and molded side steps |
Premium fabric + synthetic leather seat upholstery |
3-point rear passenger seat belts, ESP with rollover mitigation |
Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls, USB Charging Port, Cruise Control, Lumbar Support, and Follow Me Home Headlights, Electrically Operated AC |
7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 4 speakers + 2 tweeters (roof mounted), Adventure Connect, Adventure stats on touchscreen (- power, torque, compass, tilt and articulation), voice commands and SMS reading, BlueSense app connectivity and Apple CarPlay connectivity |
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Others |
Gray finish on grille and alloys with 18-inch gray finish |
Utility hook behind the front passenger seat (up to 3 kg) |
Door lock with speed sensor and differential lock brake |
Electrically adjustable exterior rear view mirrors, tire pressure monitoring system and tire steering monitoring system |
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Functions carried over from the previous AX Opt variant |
Hardtop or manual convertible, LED taillights, and tailgate-mounted spare wheel |
4-seater layout (2 + 2 front-facing rear seats) |
ABS with EBD and brake assist, dual airbags, rear parking sensors, panic brake signal roll cage and passenger airbag deactivation switch |
Height-adjustable driver’s seat, tilt-and-slide front passenger seat, remote keyless access, reclining rear seat, height-adjustable rear head restraints, rear fogging (with hardtop) and power windows (front) |
Verdict
The LX variant of the Thar not only offers more roof options on all engines, it also brings the new automatic transmission options to the table. It also adds a 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with six speakers (four of which are roof-mounted), plus adventure-focused touchscreen programs to enhance your off-road driving experiences. So if you’re looking for a car that not only looks stylish, but can tackle the daily grind with ease, Thar’s LX variant seems to fit the bill. Plus, its ability to double as an incredible all-rounder lets you choose the road less traveled at will.
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