The Mahindra Thar Roxx has been officially launched in India, with introductory ex-showroom prices starting at Rs 12.99 lakh. The detailed pricing for different variants will be announced soon. This new 5-door version of the popular Thar model includes all the advanced off-road features found in the existing 3-door variant. Here’s a closer look at what the Thar Roxx offers:
Exterior Design
The Thar Roxx maintains the distinctive boxy silhouette of the Thar but comes in a longer 5-door configuration. The SUV features LED headlights with C-shaped LED DRLs and a new body-colored 6-slat grille. The front bumper sports silver accents, and the vehicle is equipped with 19-inch dual-tone alloy wheels. It also includes a metal roof with a panoramic sunroof, although lower variants come with a single-pane sunroof. At the rear, the Thar Roxx showcases C-shaped taillights and a tailgate-mounted spare wheel.
Interior Features
Inside, the Thar Roxx features a black and beige theme with white leatherette upholstery for the seats and black leatherette padding with copper stitching on the dashboard. The front seats include independent center armrests, while the second-row seats are equipped with ISOFIX child seat mounts, a fold-out center armrest, three-point seatbelts, and adjustable headrests.
Comfort and Safety Features
The 5-door Thar Roxx offers a range of comfort and convenience features. It comes with dual 10.25-inch displays (one for the digital driver’s display and one for the touchscreen), a panoramic sunroof, and automatic air conditioning with rear AC vents. Additional features include ventilated front seats, wireless phone charging, and keyless entry with push-button start/stop. For safety, the Thar Roxx includes six airbags, a 360-degree camera setup, a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), electronic stability control (ESC), and an advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) suite with lane keep assist and adaptive cruise control.
Powertrain Options
The Mahindra Thar Roxx offers two engine choices: a 2.2-litre diesel engine and a 2-litre petrol engine. The specifications are as follows:
2-litre Turbo-Petrol Engine:
- Power: 162 PS (Manual Transmission)/177 PS (Automatic Transmission)
- Torque: 330 Nm (Manual Transmission)/380 Nm (Automatic Transmission)
- Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
2.2-litre Diesel Engine:
- Power: 152 PS (Manual Transmission)/Up to 175 PS (Automatic Transmission)
- Torque: 330 Nm (Manual Transmission)/Up to 370 Nm (Automatic Transmission)
- Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) or Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
Pricing and Competitors
The Thar Roxx is priced starting from Rs 12.99 lakh (ex-showroom). It will compete directly with the 5-door Force Gurkha and serve as a premium alternative to the Maruti Jimny. The variant-wise pricing will be disclosed soon.
