Jaipur
Thar on rent in Jaipur: what to check before you book
Renting a Thar in Jaipur? Compare seats and boot on the 3-door and the Roxx, then see what to confirm on km limits, deposit and where the car suits.
By CarBikeRent Editorial Team. Published 4 Nov 2026. Updated 4 Nov 2026. Read our editorial standards.
Quick answer
Before you book a Thar on rent in Jaipur, find out which Thar you are getting. The three-door seats four and takes only a couple of small backpacks with the rear seats up, while the five-door Thar Roxx seats five and has a real boot. Then get the daily km limit, excess rate and deposit in writing, because the Jaipur Thar listings here do not state a km limit. The three-door suits two or three people with light bags; the Roxx is the one for a family.
Current listed rates in Jaipur
| Model | Lowest listed rate | Listed by | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mahindra Thar | ₹4,800/day | Qvki | 4 listings |
| Mahindra Thar Roxx | ₹6,499/day | Qvki | 1 listing |
Listed rates, last checked 4 Nov 2026. They are not quotes: the provider confirms the final price.
What the catalogue shows
- 61 listings from MG Car Rental, Qvki.
- Cities: Jaipur.
- Vehicle types: Car.
- Listed daily rates: median ₹3,499, lowest ₹1,799, from 61 listings.
- 46 listings of 61 state a deposit.
Listed figures, last checked 4 Nov 2026. They are not quotes.
Three-door Thar or Thar Roxx: the difference that decides your trip
Do not rely on the seat count in a listing. The three-door Thar listings in this catalogue show five seats, but Autocar India's specification pages give the three-door as a four-seater with a two-seat rear bench. If you book for five on that number, one person is left on the pavement at pickup.
The two cars share a name and little else that matters to a renter. The table uses Autocar India's figures. Mahindra publishes no boot volume for the three-door, and the 644 litres often quoted for the Roxx is measured up to the roof, so 447 litres is the more useful number.
| What matters | Thar three-door | Thar Roxx |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Side doors | 2 | 4 |
| Getting into the back | Flip and slide a front seat, then climb through | Own rear doors |
| Boot with all seats up | A couple of small backpacks | 447 litres to the backrest |
| Length | About 4 metres | About 4.4 metres |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm | 2,850 mm |
Who fits, and with how much luggage
Count people and suitcases together, because the three-door forces you to trade one for the other. Its rear bench splits 50:50, so folding one half gives you bag space and keeps one rear seat.
- Two people with suitcases: the three-door works, with the rear seats folded.
- Three people: the three-door works if one half of the rear bench is folded for bags.
- Four adults: the three-door takes the people but not their luggage, so choose the Roxx for anything beyond a day out.
- Five people: Roxx only, or look at the seven-seaters in the family car guide for Jaipur.
- Parents or anyone with stiff knees: avoid the rear of the three-door. Autocar India notes the climb in is awkward and that the ride is bouncy at low speed, with rear passengers feeling it most.
Fuel, gearbox and 4x4: confirm what the listing shows
The fuel and gearbox fields need the same caution as the seats. One Jaipur listing is named Thar RWD and shown as a manual petrol. Autocar India's variant list has rear-wheel drive with a manual gearbox only on the 1.5-litre diesel, and the petrol rear-wheel-drive car as an automatic. An older car may differ, so ask the provider which engine it has before you collect it.
That answer matters at the fuel pump, and it also tells you whether you need to be comfortable with a manual. As for 4x4, the sights and highways around Jaipur are on tarmac, so you do not need it for a normal trip and should not pay extra for it unless you have a reason.
The km limit: the question these listings do not answer
The Thar listings in this catalogue carry a daily rate but no km limit. MG Car Rental's FAQ says most of its plans come with unlimited kilometres and tells you to check the specific plan at booking, which is not the same as every plan being unlimited. Other listings say nothing, so treat the limit as unknown until the provider tells you.
Ask three things: how many km are included, what each extra km costs, and whether the allowance is counted per day or across the whole booking. As an invented example, if a provider allowed 250 km a day and quoted ₹10 per extra km, a 300 km day out to Pushkar and back would add ₹500. The guide to km limits and excess charges shows how to work this out for your own route.
The deposit: what to settle before you pay
Deposits on the Thar listings in Jaipur differ by branch, so check the rates table below rather than assuming one figure. A blank there means the listing did not state a deposit, not that there is none.
Get these answers in writing, because a higher deposit is only a problem if you cannot get it back. The rental deposits guide goes through the usual reasons for deductions.
- How is it taken: cash, UPI or a card hold?
- How many days after return will it be refunded?
- What can be deducted: fuel, cleaning, challans, scratches?
- Is any of it held back for later challans, and for how long?
Where a Thar suits Jaipur, and where it does not
A Thar makes sense when the drive is part of the day: Amer Road, the climb to Nahargarh, or a run out to Sambhar Lake. It also suits a couple or a small group who want the car itself as much as the destinations. Check the roof as well: a soft-top, if a provider has one, gives less protection to bags and less relief from the April to June heat.
It makes less sense for the bazaars in the walled city, where any car is a parking problem, or for a family with hard suitcases. If the trip is mainly about reaching places cheaply, a scooty or a smaller car from the Jaipur car rental listings will do the same job.
Tell the provider if you plan to leave tarmac. Ask whether sand or dirt tracks are allowed and whether the insurance still applies there, and do not treat a 4x4 badge as permission.
Checks at pickup that are specific to a rented Thar
Run through the general pickup checklist first, then add these.
- Number plate: under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, a motor cab under the Rent a Cab Scheme carries yellow characters on a black background, or black on green if electric. Ask about a private white plate before you pay.
- Licence: the scheme requires a licence holder to display its licence at its offices, so asking to see it is reasonable.
- Rear seat belts: check both latch, since you will be carrying people there.
- Underbody and bumpers: photograph them along with the rest of the bodywork.
- Fuel cap: read the label to confirm petrol or diesel, and photograph the gauge.
Frequently asked questions
Does a Thar have five seats or four?
The three-door Thar seats four, even though some listings show five. The five-door Thar Roxx seats five. Confirm which car you are booking by asking for a photo of the actual vehicle.
What is the Thar rent per day in Jaipur?
The table on this page shows the latest listed rate from each provider. At the last catalogue check the Roxx was listed above the three-door at the branch that offers both. Treat every figure as a starting point until the provider confirms your dates, km allowance and deposit.
Is a Thar hard to drive if I normally drive a hatchback?
It is short, but you sit high, and the Jaipur Thar listings here show a manual gearbox. If you only drive automatics, check with the provider rather than relying on the listing. Take a few minutes in the pickup area before joining traffic.
Can I drive a Thar on sand or off road?
Only if the provider agrees in writing. Ask whether the insurance covers unpaved tracks, because damage outside the permitted use may fall on you.
Which licence do I need for a Thar?
A valid licence for light motor vehicles, the same class as any ordinary car. A provider can add its own conditions on age or driving experience, so ask when you book.
Sources
- Autocar India: Mahindra Thar vs Thar Roxx specification comparison
- Autocar India: Thar Roxx vs Thar 3-door dimensions comparison
- Autocar India: Mahindra Thar specifications and variant list
- Autocar India: Should you buy a 2025 Mahindra Thar? Pros and cons explained
- Spinny: Mahindra Thar image gallery, on the split rear seat and boot
- Spinny: Mahindra Thar Roxx image gallery, on the 644-litre boot figure
- MG Car Rental: fleet page and FAQ
- G.S.R. 512(E), 18 July 2019: Central Motor Vehicles Rules amendment on rent-a-cab number plates
- Rent a Cab Scheme, 1989 (Andhra Pradesh Transport Department copy)
- Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, as amended (Rajasthan Transport Department copy)
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