Mahindra Thar Roxx—Should you Consider it too? Here’s a Breakdown of the Pros and Cons

The Mahindra Thar Roxx is a bold, feature-rich, future-ready vehicle, with some versions capable of doing anything and anywhere. It doesn't hold back. With its price range of Rs 12.99 lakh to Rs 20.49 lakh (exclusive of the 4x4 variants), the Thar Roxx offers a level of technology that will leave many competitors behind.

Mahindra's five-door Thar was widely believed to have evolved from the three-door Thar design and looked similar to a twin Jeep Wrangler. To give the Mahindra Thar Roxx a distinctive appearance that elicits strong reactions and makes it instantly recognisable, the Mahindra design team added design elements one step further.

Mahindra has equipped the Thar Roxx with an impressive array of features that cover nearly every modern trend. It includes a panoramic sunroof (the largest in its segment), a powerful 9-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, a 360-degree camera with multiple views, lane-change cameras, an auto-dimming interior mirror, ventilated front seats, power-folding mirrors, zip and zoom drive modes, an electronic parking brake, auto-hold, hill-descent control, LED headlamps with DRLs, single-zone automatic climate control, six standard airbags, and a full suite of Level 2 ADAS features like lane-keeping assist, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and collision warning.

For off-road enthusiasts, the 4×4 Thar Roxx offers advanced Terrain Modes for snow, mud, sand, and low-range four-wheel drive. It also includes an electronic rear differential lock, whereas the Thar 3-door and Scorpio N feature mechanically locking rear diffs, and the Force Gurkha, a competitor, offers manually locking differentials. The two-wheel drive variants come with sand, mud, and snow modes that adjust traction accordingly.

Mahindra Thar Roxx: Pros

1. Ample space for five adults

2. Benchmark in off-road capability

3. Refined engine, silent cabin

4. Safety feature list, including ADAS

5. Easy to drive, ample power

Mahindra Thar Roxx: Cons

1. Design is polarising, seems overdone

2. Wiring loom covers on doors and rear glass could have been tucked away

3. Second-row entry is a bit narrow, despite 90-degree opening doors

4. No option of 4×4 with petrol engine

5. No full keyless entry with request sensors

The Mahindra Thar Roxx costs between Rs. 12.99 and Rs. 20.49 lakh. There are 18 different models to choose from, with engine variants spanning from 1997 to 2184 cc and two gearbox options: manual and automatic. The Thar Roxx has six airbags and comes in seven different colours.

In summary, the Mahindra Thar Roxx stands out as nearly the perfect SUV. At its current price, it offers exceptional value for money. It boasts all the features customers have been asking for, combined with off-road technology and hardware suited for adventure enthusiasts. Additionally, it has the on-road refinement and comfort needed for long journeys.

The Thar Roxx has the potential to attract buyers away from popular monocoque compact SUVs like the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos, offering comparable tech and features at a lower price point, especially on high-end models. It also surpasses the Maruti Suzuki Jimny in off-road capability, space, and comfort. Moreover, it might even draw some customers from the Scorpio N, offering more features than the larger model.

Is the Mahindra Thar Roxx the ultimate all-purpose vehicle? It seems to be!