Mahindra Thar Roxx: headlamp test!
In this video we test the headlights of the new model SUV of the Mahindra Thar Roxx 5 Door 2024 launched in India!
Mahindra’s Thar has always been one of the best off-road beasts in the budget SUV segment. A rugged body, a boxy design, and a capable 4x4 system make it the perfect set of wheels for conquering trails. It is so popular now that spotting it regularly on roads has become a norm. However, it is not the most spacious or practical offering for daily use. Enter the Thar Roxx – the five-door iteration of the SUV, and the more mature of the two siblings. It now aims to do more than just satisfy your desire for rough and rugged adventures, for it promises to take care of your entire family, given its increased interior space and upgraded features. So, how well has Mahindra done in that respect? It’s time to find out!
Along with the obvious changes in the proportions compared to the regular Thar, the Thar Roxx has also undergone some cosmetic updates, including a new six-slat grille, flanked by LED projector headlamps. The grille has garnered a lot of attention online, and I must say that I, too, am on the fence with this one. Neither do I hate it, nor do I love it. I’d, however, say that it would be interesting to see Mahindra try something different with future versions of the Roxx. The new headlamps, along with the C-shaped DRLs, look smart, and the reprofiled bumper looks sharper. In profile, you’ll notice that the SUV has grown in length – compared to the three-door version, the Roxx is 443mm longer, with a wheelbase that is longer by 400mm. The height and width of the SUV have also increased, although they might not be as apparent.
Another stand-out aspect of the SUV in profile is the shiny new 19-inch alloy wheels, which look dazzling. The extra pair of doors have been embedded with a high-mounted door handle, and there is a triangular quarter glass, which also looks well integrated. The rear is characterized by a boxy design, a split tailgate, and a hidden washer for the glass. The tail lamps have the same rectangular shape as those of the smaller Thar, but the light elements inside have a new layout, which looks more contemporary. Overall, I find the Roxx to be a smart and proportionate-looking SUV. The Thar already had a commanding and menacing road presence, and the Roxx further adds to it.
Once inside, you may find yourself rubbing your eyes to ensure that you are not dreaming. While very similar to the design of the three-door Thar, the dashboard of the Roxx looks significantly better, and the quality levels of the materials have also improved. For instance, you now get a soft touch material on the top section of the dashboard and the doors. There are some piano black and shiny silver surfaces here and there, adding a bit of class. Even the leatherette seats add to the feeling of luxury; however, the bright cream-coloured interior can be a cause for concern – it can easily get dirty, which means that you’ll have to always be ready with a cleaning cloth.
