Mahindra Thar Roxx: Everything We Know About the 5-Door SUV Ahead of Aug 15 Launch

After months of speculation, Mahindra has officially unveiled its five-door SUV called the Thar Roxx. The new off-roader has several cosmetic updates over its 3-door sibling, such as LED headlights with C-shaped LED DRLs, a body-coloured slatted grille, and bumpers with a striking silver finish. It also has fender-mounted ORVMs, round fog lights, black front door handles, a front camera, faux skid plates, C-pillar-positioned body-coloured rear door handles, dual-tone alloy wheels, and square LED taillights. Mahindra hasn't yet revealed the new Thar's mechanicals, features, or interior, but it is expected to be a fully equipped machine, which will appeal to off-road enthusiasts in India. As the 5-door model is ready to go on sale on the 15th of August, let's look at some of its potential features.

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Mahindra Thar Roxx: Features

According to previous spy images, the new Thar, with a larger wheelbase and two extra doors, will feature beige upholstery. It will likely have a 10.25-inch digital driver's display, keyless entry with push-button start, USB type-c charging ports, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, manual day/night IRVM, dual-zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof, and a 360-degree camera. The upcoming Mahindra SUV is also likely to feature up to six airbags, front and rear parking sensors, electronic stability control, ABS with EBD, and ADAS for safety.

Mahindra Thar Roxx: Powertrain

The 5-door Thar Roxx is expected to come with three engine options: a 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine, a 2.2-litre diesel engine, and a new 1.5-litre diesel unit. These units could be mated to either automatic or manual transmission. Similar to its three-door sibling, the Thar Roxx is expected to come with rear-wheel drive as standard and 4WD as an option.

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Mahindra Thar Roxx: Price and Competitors

In India, the existing Thar costs between Rs 11.35 lakh and Rs 17.60 lakh. The 5-door model, with various enhancements over the 3-door model, may start at about Rs 15 lakh. All prices are ex-showroom. While the Mahindra SUV will directly compete with the Force Gurkha five-door and Maruti Suzuki Jimny, it will also serve as an alternative to vehicles such as the MG Astor, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and Skoda Kushaq.