Mahindra Thar Roxx Long Term Review, February 2025 Report

I’ve been living with the Thar Roxx for a month now, and the experience has been a fascinating mix of familiarity and excitement. The key to understanding my experience? Well, my dad owns a Mahindra Scorpio N, which has the exact same powertrain – a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine, 6-speed automatic gearbox – along with a 4x4 setup.

My first real opportunity to test the Thar’s on-road and off-road prowess came on a trip to Tehri Garhwal and Harsil, Uttarakhand. And my initial impressions were quite positive. With 172bhp and 320 Nm of torque, the engine feels punchy in the city and hills while remaining comfortable on long highway drives. But off-road is where the Thar truly comes alive. Equipped with a low-ratio gearbox, rear mechanical locking differential, and Intelli-Turn Assist, it tackled challenging terrain with ease. It was also the first time that I experienced its ability to lock the inside rear wheel to make tight U-turns in tricky conditions, and I must say, I was quite impressed. However, it’s not all sunshine and roses. One frustrating issue has been the erratic wireless Android Auto system. It works perfectly until it randomly disconnects, which is a tad annoying. Yet, I can atleast take solace in the fact I do get connectivity options unlike Apple users.

This first month with the Thar Roxx has been a revelation. The shared Scorpio N drivetrain provides a strong foundation, while the Thar’s unique design and off-road focus create a distinct driving experience. Now, I must hand the keys back with a heavy heart.

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