[Bit]

Once the heart is set on a Thar Automatic, there is no backing out. However the question here is the fuel type that has been baffling me. My monthly run would be around 500-700 KMs at maximum with the car being parked idle for even upto a month at times.

Now, the obvious suggestion for my running requirement would be the Petrol. I’m from MP where there is no apparent Diesel ban (at least as of yet) but fuel prices are on the higher side (Petrol at 110 RS, Diesel at 95). With the abysmal FE of 5-6 KMPL for Thar Petrol AT, I have the following questions:

1. What would be the reselling price for a Thar Petrol AT? I plan to keep the car for 3-5 years and I’ve heard that that the used-car market doesn’t really appreciate Petrol AT Thars to the extent they don’t even find any takers! Is this true? This is my biggest concern.

Also, is the depreciation hit more pronounced in RWD vs 4 x 4?

2. How much is the difference in the maintenance/service cost of petrol vs diesel Thar, including DPF issues (if any).

3. And finally, @Aditya’s words from the Official review “The diesel is very smooth & peppy. In fact, after spending time with it, we were hard-pressed to think why anyone would buy the petrol over this (main market = Delhi-NCR & its 10-year limit on diesel cars). Not like the Thar Petrol is substantially cheaper to buy either. The diesel will give you higher FE than the petrol, a longer tank range (important for highways & offroading) and durability (going by Mahindra's long expertise with diesels). “

Would I be a fool to take the Petrol Thar then?

All suggestions are appreciated to help a confused soul.

[Kosfactor]

Petrol AT with Convertible top.

Black if you like black , Red if there is plenty of greenery around.

Drive around in the night with the top open, enjoy a new way of motoring.

[Bit]

Originally Posted by Kosfactor

Petrol AT with Convertible top.

Black if you like black , Red if there is plenty of greenery around.

Drive around in the night with the top open, enjoy a new way of motoring.

Thanks a lot. The color and top is already decided: Black Hard

The dilemma is only about petrol vs diesel. When teambhp stresses something in their official review, it is supposed to be taken seriously!

Thus, any comments on the resale value?

[shankar.balan]

I own a Petrol Hardtop Thar.
If you love the vehicle and have a use for it, I would suggest best to not over think.

[Turbanator]

Originally Posted by Bit

The dilemma is only about petrol vs diesel. any comments on the resale value?

Diesel will be my preference. It's pretty refined and whatever shortcomings are there, it mostly involves steering and the ride. Your running expenses will be lower, and so will it have better resales. Beyond NCR, I don't think of any negative reasons. Even here, I helped a friend book an X7 in Diesel recently, as his running is higher, and he hasn't kept the car for more than 4-5 Years.

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[shankar.balan]

My running is 700-800 kms per month average. I find Petrol to be sensible for this kind of running. The Diesel requires regular highway runs at constant speeds because it requires one to keep the revs constant for reasonable periods of time, else that DPF clogging issue keeps popping up.

[rajeevsulu]

For very low runs in kilometers, go for the petrol. I do a lot of highway runs, so, I went for the diesel.
I have covered 15,000 kms in 9 months. My use case warrants a diesel whereas at 500 kms use, go for petrol. DPF clogging would be another issue you can avoid
Cheers

[vattyboy]

For better resale= Diesel
But,
For your use case Petrol.

mStallion 150 petrol engine offers superior performance than the Diesel.

[Bit]

Originally Posted by shankar.balan

My running is 700-800 kms per month average. I find Petrol to be sensible for this kind of running. The Diesel requires regular highway runs at constant speeds because it requires one to keep the revs constant for reasonable periods of time, else that DPF clogging issue keeps popping up.

You guys have confused me even more. Every second reply switches between Petrol and Diesel

[SidTheChamp]

Originally Posted by Bit

You guys have confused me even more. Every second reply switches between Petrol and Diesel

Ha ha, that's not very unusual in opinion threads. Everyone has his or her preferences because of which opinion would be given.

I would say calculate the cost factor. The premium that you will pay for Diesel would that be more or less than the cost savings you get for Diesel i.e fuel cost, mileage and resale value for a period of say 5 years.

Based on this calculation, make the decision.

[Turbanator]

Originally Posted by Bit

You guys have confused me even more. Every second reply switches between Petrol and Diesel

Your use case - Petrol
Resales - Diesel

So, if you are concerned about resales at the time of buying, get a Diesel. As I mentioned, you won't miss Petrol if you get Diesel, it's a heavy Jeep and not a sports car.

[GTO]

Buying a car purely for resale is the wrong attitude. It's like staying at the Taj and ordering a naan less to save money.

Buy a car to enjoy the ownership experience & drive quality.

Originally Posted by Bit

Once the heart is set on a Thar Automatic, there is no backing out. However the question here is the fuel type that has been baffling me. My monthly run would be around 500-700 KMs at maximum with the car being parked idle for even upto a month at times.

My situation was similar. I chose the petrol for its performance, refinement & zero-DPF / BS6 hardware issues.

What would be the reselling price for a Thar Petrol AT? I plan to keep the car for 3-5 years and I’ve heard that that the used-car market doesn’t really appreciate Petrol AT Thars to the extent they don’t even find any takers! Is this true? This is my biggest concern.

Poor. In the history of the Indian car scene, if there is a petrol-guzzling SUV and it has a fuel-efficient diesel sibling, the diesel has better resale while the petrol is a depreciation disaster.

I don't understand why you are hellbent on selling it in 3 - 5 years? Why not buy the right car and hold onto it for longer? In a BHPian poll, 75% voted for owning a car for 8 - 10 years - link (Your car's age: How long do you plan to hold onto your current car?).

If you still want to drive it for just 3 years, then buy a used Petrol Thar. You'll get it for a great price and then don't have to worry about depreciation.

[sumeethaldankar]

Why don't you buy a well maintained used petrol Thar AT itself? This will take care of the resale value.

[starter]

I would pick a diesel over petrol.
The efficiency of petrol is very poor and diesel is not like it is unrefined or riddled with issues.
There are a couple of friends in my circle who have switched from petrol to diesel thars.
It checks your better resale requirement too.
Happy shopping