The Thar was always a dream car for many Indians. But there was one problem — with only two doors and a tight back seat, it was hard to use as a family car. Mahindra fixed exactly that with the Thar Roxx. Same tough Thar spirit, but now with five doors, proper rear space and a loaded cabin.
No surprise; it is one of the most searched SUVs in India today. So let us go through the full picture — price, the 4x4 cost, mileage, features and which variant makes the most sense. In simple words.
Thar Roxx price (2026)
The Thar Roxx starts at around ₹12.39 lakh ex-showroom for the base MX1 and goes up to about ₹23.53 lakh for the top model. On-road in Delhi, the base starts near ₹14.5 lakh, and the top variants cross ₹25 lakh.
Check the exact on-road price for your city on our Thar Roxx page, and work out the EMI on our EMI calculator.
Here is the variant ladder:
Ex-showroom Delhi: changes by fuel, gearbox and drivetrain.
Mahindra Thar Roxx
SUVThar Roxx 4x4: what the extra money buys
Many buyers specifically want the 4x4 version, and for good reason. The Thar Roxx 4x4 starts at ₹18.79 lakh ex-showroom. This is not a fake "SUV-look" 4x4 — it is proper off-road hardware.
You get the 4XPLOR system with an electronic locking differential, terrain modes for snow, sand and mud, and 650mm water-wading depth. Mahindra also added two clever features: CrawlSmart, which keeps the car at a steady low speed on rough terrain without touching the pedals, and IntelliTurn, which locks one rear wheel to give a tighter turning circle off-road.
Honestly, though, most buyers never take their SUV off-road. If you mainly drive in the city and on highways, the rear-wheel-drive (4x2) versions save you a good ₹2–3 lakh and do everything you need. Buy the 4x4 only if you genuinely go off-road or love the idea of it.
Mileage and engines
The Thar Roxx comes with two engines: a 2.0L turbo-petrol (mStallion) and a 2.2L diesel (mHawk), both with manual and automatic gearboxes and RWD or 4WD.
Now the honest part — mileage is not the Thar Roxx's strong point. The petrol gives around 12.4 km/l and the diesel around 15.2 km/l on paper. In real driving, the diesel does roughly 12–14 km/l. This is a heavy, tough SUV built for presence and capability, not fuel savings. If low running cost is your main goal, this is not the car for you. For everyone else, the diesel is the better pick for both mileage and that strong low-end pull.
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SUVInterior and features
Step inside and you might forget this is an off-roader. The Thar Roxx gets twin 10.25-inch screens (one for driving info and one touchscreen), wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a big panoramic sunroof (Mahindra calls it the 'Skyroof'), ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera, and premium 19-inch alloys on top variants.
Safety is strong too — six airbags as standard across all variants, Level 2 ADAS, and a solid build that Mahindra SUVs are known for. The road presence is undeniable; people genuinely move aside when they see those LED lights in the mirror.
A couple of honest cons: the ride can feel a bit bouncy on broken city roads compared to a normal SUV like the Creta, and the white interior on top variants is hard to keep clean in Indian conditions.
Which Thar Roxx should you buy?
Here is the simple advice. For most people, the AX5L diesel (4x2 automatic) is the sweet spot — you get the sunroof, screens, 360° camera and comfort features without paying for the 4x4 hardware you may never use.
Go for the AX7L 4x4 only if off-roading is a real part of your life or if you simply want the full-fat Thar experience with every feature. Choose diesel over petrol for better mileage and stronger pulling power, especially if you do highway trips or head to the hills.
And remember — this is a lifestyle SUV first. If your family needs maximum space and comfort for daily city use, a monocoque SUV like the Creta or Grand Vitara may suit better. But if you want road presence, toughness and a car that turns heads, nothing else at this price feels like the Thar Roxx. Compare it with rivals on our comparison tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Thar Roxx price in 2026? It starts around ₹12.39 lakh ex-showroom (about ₹14.5 lakh on-road in Delhi) for the base MX1 and goes up to around ₹23.53 lakh for the top model.
What is the Thar Roxx 4x4 price? The 4x4 variants start at ₹18.79 lakh ex-showroom. They add proper off-road hardware like a locking differential, terrain modes and 650 mm water wading.
What is the mileage of the Thar Roxx? The petrol gives around 12.4 km/l and the diesel around 15.2 km/l (ARAI). In real driving, the diesel returns roughly 12–14 km/l.
Which Thar Roxx variant is best? For most buyers the AX5L diesel 4x2 automatic is the value pick — it has the sunroof, screens and comfort features without the 4x4 cost. Choose 4x4 only if you go off-road.
Does the Thar Roxx have ADAS and a sunroof? Yes. It comes with Level 2 ADAS, six airbags as standard, and a panoramic Skyroof sunroof on higher variants.
Is the Thar Roxx good as a family car? Yes, much better than the 3-door Thar, thanks to five doors and proper rear space. Just note the ride can feel firm on rough city roads.
