Mahindra Thar OG base model vs top model: is the jump worth it?
The Thar OG base model is the AXT, from ₹10.32L ex-showroom; the top model is the ZXT, from ₹13.99L. That is ₹3.67L more. The dearest way to buy the ZXT is ₹18.99L.+₹3.67L
The full story
The Thar OG base model is the AXT, from ₹10.32L ex-showroom; the top model is the ZXT, from ₹13.99L. That is ₹3.67L more. The dearest way to buy the ZXT is ₹18.99L.
The ZXT adds airbags (6 against 2), all-wheel disc brakes, tyre pressure monitor and rear parking camera, and 13 more over the AXT.
1 trim sits between the two, so the jump is rarely how anyone actually buys.
With 3 trims the steps are too few to rank fairly, so the trade above is the whole story: the money buys the features, and whether that is worth it to you is the question the Thar OG table below is there to answer.
The two ends of the Thar OG ladder
Top model
Thar OG ZXT
₹13.99Lex-showroom, from
Sold 7 ways, up to ₹18.99L.
See the ZXT Diesel RWD MT in full →What the top model has that the base model does not
Only the rows that differ. Most important first, and anything the top model gives up is marked, because a ladder is not always a straight climb.
| Feature | AXT (base) | ZXT (top) |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 2 | 6 |
| All-wheel disc brakes | - | Yes |
| Tyre pressure monitor | - | Yes |
| Rear parking camera | - | Yes |
| Headlamps | Halogen | LED projector |
| Front parking sensors | - | Yes |
| Touchscreen | - | 10.25" |
| Cruise control | - | Yes |
| Frequency-selective dampers | - | Yes |
| Wired CarPlay / Android Auto | - | Yes |
| Speakers | - | 6 |
| Wireless phone charger | - | Yes |
| Wheel size | 16" | 19" |
| Wheel type | Steel | Alloy |
| LED fog lamps | - | Yes |
| Rear wiper & washer | - | Yes |
| Leatherette upholstery | - | Yes |
The steps between them, one at a time
One trim sits between the base model and the top model. Each step has its own page saying what it costs and what it buys.
Mahindra Thar OG base model vs top model: the questions people ask
- What is the difference between the Mahindra Thar OG base model and top model?
- The ZXT adds airbags (6 against 2), all-wheel disc brakes and tyre pressure monitor, and 14 more over the AXT. One trim sits between them: LXT.
- How much more does the Mahindra Thar OG top model cost than the base model?
- The Thar OG base model is the AXT, from ₹10.32L ex-showroom; the top model is the ZXT, from ₹13.99L. That is ₹3.67L more. The dearest way to buy the ZXT is ₹18.99L.
- Is the Mahindra Thar OG top model worth it over the base model?
- With 3 trims the steps are too few to rank fairly, so the trade above is the whole story: the money buys the features, and whether that is worth it to you is the question the Thar OG table below is there to answer.
Prices are ex-showroom and features follow each maker's official material. Data updated on 17 October 2026. Verify current prices and features with a dealer before buying.