The Mahindra Thar Roxx presents a robust and versatile rugged SUV tailored for both off-road adventures and family use in India. Measuring 4428 mm in length, 1870 mm in width, and standing 1923 mm tall with a 2850 mm wheelbase, it blends practicality with a strong road presence. It comes exclusively as a 5-door variant, enhancing rear seat accessibility and overall passenger comfort.
- Iconic and Solid Exterior
- Calm and Premium Interior
- Comfort and Amenities
- Engine and Performance
- Safety Features
- Generous Boot Space
- Price
Iconic and Solid Exterior
Thar Roxx exterior features front fascia with a distinct six-slat body-colored grille, nicknamed the “six-pack grille.” It has circular LED projector headlights with C-shaped LED daytime running lights (DRLs) and LED indicators on the fenders.
The front bumper includes contrasting silver highlights and round LED fog lamps, with a front parking sensor integrated. The 5-door Thar Roxx is larger than the 3-door version, with an extended length and an extra pair of doors for easier rear seat access.
Thar has 19-inch dual-tone 10-spoke alloy wheels on higher variants, with 18-inch wheels on lower models. Badging includes ‘Roxx’ below the Thar name on the front fender, 4X4 badge on the rear fender, and ‘RWD’ badge on rear-wheel-drive versions. LED tail lamps with a slightly different design from the 3-door model.
Calm and Premium Interior
The Mahindra Thar Roxx interior offers a premium and comfortable cabin designed for both driver and passengers. It comfortably seats five people with generously cushioned and supportive front seats and ample headroom and a comfortable bench for the rear passengers.
The interior can be customized with dual-tone color options such as white-black or brown-black for the 4×4 models, adding premium aesthetics to the rugged SUV character.
Comfort and Amenities
The cabin features a modern, straightforward, and driver-focused layout with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system that supports smartphone integration, wireless CarPlay, and a 9-speaker Harman Kardon sound system.
Thar Roxx features electrically adjustable driver’s seat and a center armrest for convenience. It has automatic climate control with rear AC vents to keep all passengers comfortable.
The rear bench seat provides adequate knee room and headroom, accommodating tall passengers comfortably though accessing the rear seat requires climbing, which might be harder for elderly occupants.
Engine and Performance
The Mahindra Thar Roxx is powered by two engine options with turbocharged technology for enhanced performance.
- 2.0L Turbo Petrol, rear wheel drive: Around 119-130 kW power, torque from 330 to 380 Nm available within 1750-3000 rpm.
- 2.2L Turbo Diesel, four wheel drive: Power ranges from 111.9-1128.6 kW, torque ranges 330-370 Nm available between 1500-3000 rpm.
Thar has 6-speed manual and 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission options. Fuel tank capacity is 57 liters while claimed mileage varies with a petrol variant around 12.4 kmpl and diesel around 15.2 kmpl.
Safety Features
The Mahindra Thar Roxx is equipped with a comprehensive suite of safety features making it one of the safest in its class with a 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating. It comes standard with six airbags (driver, front passenger, two curtain, front passenger side, and rear passenger side), electronic stability control (ESC), and anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD).
Other safety measures include hill hold and hill descent control, seat belt reminders for all passengers, speed-sensing door locks, child lock, ISOFIX anchor points for child seats, and an engine immobilizer for anti-theft protection.
Advanced driver aids in higher variants include Level 2 ADAS features such as forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, high-beam assist, overspeed warning, flashing emergency brake lights, and a 360-degree camera system. The vehicle also meets AIS-100 pedestrian protection regulations.
The Thar Roxx scored highly in crash tests, securing 31.09 out of 32 points for adult occupant protection and 45 out of 49 points for child occupant protection.
Generous Boot Space
The Mahindra Thar Roxx offers a boot space of 447 liters with the rear seats in the upright position, providing ample room for luggage and gear. When the rear seats are folded down, the boot space significantly increases to 644 liters.
Price
The Mahindra Thar Roxx price approximately at ₹12.25 lakh for the base MX1 RWD petrol variant. The top-end AX7L 4WD diesel automatic variant is priced at ₹22.06 lakh (ex-showroom price). On-road prices vary by city and fall between ₹14 lakh and ₹27 lakh depending on location, variant, and additional charges.