Complete Guide To Mahindra Thar Maintenance & Service Costs

Udaipur, Oct 224, 2025: The Mahindra Thar isn't just another SUV - it's a lifestyle statement for people who love having fun & rediscovering themselves at every turn they take! But like any great companion, it requires proper care and attention to be at its top performance. Maintenance plays a big role in keeping the Thar reliable, safe and adventure-ready for years down the road.

Most owners also believe that since the Thar is a rugged vehicle, it will have high service costs, but if you calculate the cost based on the service intervals and usual expenses incurred, then it comes out to be quite neutral.

Whether you have a petrol or diesel, manual or automatic model, understanding what to expect in terms of bills and replacement parts cost will arm you against the unknown.

Service Intervals and Routine Maintenance

The Thar has an organised service schedule, which makes life easy for the owner. The first checkpoint is at 1,000 km, which typically isn’t too large a cost, and it’s more about checking everything. After that, the SUV needs to be serviced every 10,000 km or once a year. The zero service charge on the first couple of visits to the authorised Mahindra workshops helps new owners get familiar with the cycle.

As kilometres accumulate, wear and tear take their toll. Diesel engines also add another aspect by requiring fuel filter replacement approximately every 20,000 – 30,000 km. Keeping these details in mind helps keep the Thar in its sweet spot, no matter whether you’re commuting on city roads or chasing off-road trails.

Typical Service Bill Range

• Standard 10,000 km visits: ₹4,000–₹6,000 depending on engine and gearbox
• Bigger intervals (30,000 km / 60,000 km): ₹7,000–₹9,000 due to more replacements
• Bills vary by city, workshop labour charges, and the variant chosen

Petrol vs Diesel, MT vs AT

• Diesel AT: around ₹74,800 for 1,00,000 km (~₹0.75/km, ~₹624 monthly average)
• Petrol MT: around ₹77,400 for 1,00,000 km (~₹0.77/km, ~₹645 monthly average)
• Petrol AT: about ₹97,200 for 1,00,000 km (~₹0.97/km, ~₹810 monthly average)
• Diesel MT: usually the most cost-effective over long distances
• Automatics and petrol models: slightly higher costs due to labour and consumables

What Gets Replaced and When

• Engine oil and filter: every 10,000 km (~₹1,500–₹2,000 for parts, labour extra)
• Air filter: every 20,000 km or sooner in dusty conditions
• Diesel fuel filter: 20,000–30,000 km replacement cycle
• Brake pads and fluids: changed as per wear and inspection reports
• Coolant: usually replaced every 2 years
• Wheel alignment and balancing: every 10,000–15,000 km for smooth handling

Real-World Owner Experiences

• At 10,000 km: owners report oil change, filter cleaning, and inspection; bills average around ₹4,500
• At 20,000 km: additional replacements like filters increase the bill to about ₹6,000
• At 30,000 km: drivetrain fluids and AC filter replacement push bills closer to ₹7,500
• At 50,000 km: owners of diesel AT variants highlight service costs remain within expected bands, proving the SUV is easy to maintain
• Overall, most owners agree that fuel expenses overshadow maintenance costs, making service bills less intimidating in real terms

Tools To Estimate Exact Costs

• Mahindra’s official service cost calculator gives approximate costs for each variant at authorised centres
• Online portals provide interval-wise estimates that are useful for quick checks
• Important reminder: such estimates often exclude GST, wear-and-tear parts, or additional labour for unexpected fixes
• Final bill amounts can therefore vary slightly from calculators, depending on city taxes and specific workshop practices

Thar Roxx Maintenance Note

• Roxx variants follow the same 10,000 km service interval as the standard Thar
• Routine services: typically ₹4,000–₹6,000 for most visits
• At heavier intervals, bills may touch ~₹18,000 due to consumable replacements
• Roxx service costs are very similar to the standard Thar, meaning owners don’t have to worry about unusually high bills

Conclusion

When you break it down, the Mahindra Thar is remarkably easy to manage. AT and petrol models are slightly more expensive, while the diesel MTs continue to be easier on the pocket in the long run.