Man, the Mahindra Thar Roxx 2025 is like that wild cousin of the original Thar who grew up, got a bigger backseat, and started hauling the whole family on off-road jaunts without losing its rugged soul. Launched in October 2024 and still fresh in September 2025 with a price slash from the GST cut (down up to Rs. 1.33 lakh), it’s Mahindra’s big play to blend adventure with everyday usability for young families, off-road nuts, and city explorers dodging the Fortuner or XUV700. Priced from Rs. 12.99 lakh to Rs. 23.39 lakh ex-showroom (that’s the MX1 base to AX7L topper), it’s a value bomb in the mid-size SUV game—grab it if you want Thar thrills with five doors and 447L boot space, though the firm ride might rattle your chai on bumpy hauls.
Bold, Rugged Design
This 5-door brute measures 4,587 mm long, 1,990 mm wide, and 1,923 mm tall, with a 2,850 mm wheelbase that’s stable for highways or trails. Weighing 1,725 kg with 226 mm ground clearance, it powers through ruts or monsoons without flinching. The 2025 keeps the boxy Thar DNA but amps it with a wider stance, vertical LED headlamps, and C-shaped DRLs, plus chunky taillamps in shades like Stealth Black or Everest White—five seats with a 447L boot that expands to 1,174L for camping gear. 18-inch alloys with 255/65 R18 tires grip loose dirt, roof rails add utility—it’s got that aggressive off-roader look, wide doors for easy loading, but nimble enough to park in tight apartments without feeling like a tank.
Spacious, Tech-Savvy Cabin
Pile in, and the leatherette seats fit five with good front legroom and reclining rears for middle-seat mercy—no squabbles on road trips. The 447L boot gulps groceries or bags, folding seats expand it for Diwali hauls. Top trims rock a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay for maps and movies, while the 10.25-inch digital cluster shows speed and modes. Dual-zone AC blasts cool air fast, ventilated fronts on AX7L chill sweaty backs, and ambient LEDs set moods—cup holders and cooled glovebox keep chai or phones handy. It’s airy for hot family jams, with Sony 9-speaker audio pumping tunes—no third-row squeeze, but the space nails long drives without cabin fever.
Power Options That Pack a Punch
The 2.0L turbo-petrol (150 bhp, 380 Nm) or 2.2L mHawk diesel (150-174 bhp, 330-370 Nm) pairs with 6-speed manual or TC auto for smooth shifts, zipping 0-100 kmph in 9-10 seconds and topping 180 kmph. ARAI 12.4-15.2 kmpl (real-world 10-13) stretches the 57L tank to 600-800 km at Rs. 6-8/km—torquey diesel for loaded climbs, petrol for city sips. RWD or 4WD grips wet roads, body-on-frame with independent front suspension soaks potholes okay, no wallow on highways—refined NVH keeps chats peaceful, though the diesel clatter nags at idle.
Safety Suite Loaded
Six airbags, ABS with EBD, and ESC come standard, chasing 5-star Global NCAP with a tough shell. Rear sensors and 360-camera on higher trims add docking peace, plus hill-descent control for steep drops. Disc-disc brakes stop steady in rain—no full ADAS yet, but the wide tires and sturdy frame grip well. It’s built for urban scrapes or rural ruts, with ISOFIX anchors making it kid-tough—solid for parents wanting peace without extras.
Price and Quick Pickup
MX1 petrol MT at Rs. 12.99 lakh, AX7L diesel 4WD auto Rs. 23.39 lakh—on-road Delhi Rs. 14.5-26 lakh with taxes/insurance. October 2024 launch means stock at Mahindra dealers or CarWale, with September 2025 perks: Rs. 20k-50k cashback, no-cost EMI from Rs. 2,000/month on SBI cards, or free mats. Waits 7-15 days in metros, 5-year/1 lakh km warranty, Rs. 3k-4k yearly service—resale 75% after three years, a family favorite.
What Folks Say
Owners rave about the space and off-road guts—”Thar with doors for the fam,” one Mumbai dad says—but firm ride and no hybrid bug city folks. Service everywhere, though mileage dips loaded and rears feel snug on marathons. Vs. Fortuner’s diesel or XUV700’s flash, Roxx wins on value and fun—top if adventure beats comfort.
Quick Specs
October 2024 launch (2025 updates), Rs. 12.99-23.39 lakh, 2.0L petrol/2.2L diesel, 150-174 bhp, 12.4-15.2 kmpl ARAI, 18 variants. Check dealers for Stealth Black or deals—your 5-door Thar’s waiting.
