The Mahindra Thar Roxx is the latest addition to the rugged off-road SUV segment. With its two additional rear doors and an upgraded interior, it offers more practicality compared to the 3-door Thar, while still maintaining its core identity as a capable off-roader. The Thar Roxx’s primary competitor is the Force Gurkha 5-door, but it also faces challenges from the smaller Maruti Suzuki Jimny and even its own sibling, the Scorpio N, another ladder-frame 4×4 SUV.
Dimensions Comparison: Thar Roxx vs Rivals
| Model | Thar Roxx | Gurkha 5-door | Jimny | Scorpio N |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 4428mm | 4390mm | 3985mm | 4662mm |
| Width | 1870mm | 1865mm | 1645mm | 1917mm |
| Height | 1923mm | 2095mm | 1720mm | 1857mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850mm | 2825mm | 2590mm | 2750mm |
| Wheel size | Up to 19″ | 18″ | 15″ | Up to 18″ |
The Scorpio N emerges as the largest vehicle here, with the greatest length and width, while the Gurkha 5-door is the tallest. The Thar Roxx features the longest wheelbase, 100mm more than the Scorpio N, and the largest wheels, available in up to 19 inches. On the other hand, the Jimny, designed for the sub-compact segment, is significantly smaller, with a length just under 4 meters.
Powertrain and Specifications
| Model | Thar Roxx | Gurkha 5-door | Jimny | Scorpio N |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | Petrol/Diesel | Diesel | Petrol | Petrol/Diesel |
| Engine | 2.0L Turbo 4cyl / 2.2L 4cyl | 2.6L 4cyl | 1.5L NA 4cyl | 2.0L Turbo 4cyl / 2.2L 4cyl |
| Power | 162hp/177hp (P) / 152hp/175hp (D) | 140hp | 105hp | 203hp (P) / 132hp/175hp (D) |
| Torque | 330Nm/380Nm (P) / 330Nm/370Nm (D) | 320Nm | 134Nm | 300Nm (P) / 370Nm/400Nm (D) |
| Gearbox | 6MT/6AT | 5MT | 5MT/4AT | 6MT/6AT |
| Drive | RWD/4WD | 4WD | 4WD | RWD/4WD |
Both the Thar Roxx and Scorpio N share the same engine options and are available in both petrol and diesel variants. The Thar Roxx petrol offers two power outputs: 162hp/330Nm for the manual and 177hp/380Nm for the automatic, while the Scorpio N’s petrol variant leads with 203hp. The Thar Roxx’s petrol engine also boasts the highest torque among the competition.
In the diesel segment, the Thar Roxx offers two power outputs—152hp for the RWD variants and 175hp for the 4×4 models—closely matching the higher-spec diesel engine of the Scorpio N. The Gurkha 5-door, despite having the largest engine, has the lowest power and torque figures. In terms of transmission, the Thar Roxx and Scorpio N offer both manual and automatic options, whereas the Gurkha lacks an automatic option and the Jimny has a 4-speed automatic.
Off-Road Capabilities
| Model | Thar Roxx | Gurkha 5-door | Jimny | Scorpio N |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 41.7° | 39° | 36° | NA |
| Departure Angle | 36.1° | 37° | 46° | NA |
| Ramp Over Angle | 23.9° | 28° | 24° | NA |
| Ground Clearance | NA | 233mm | 210mm | 187mm |
| Water Wading | 650mm | 700mm | 310mm | 500mm |
The Thar Roxx excels in approach angle, while the Jimny leads in departure angle. The Gurkha 5-door has the best ramp over angle and highest ground clearance at 233mm. Its water-wading capacity of 700mm is also the best in this comparison. The exact off-road statistics for the Scorpio N remain unavailable, but it’s unlikely to surpass the specialized off-roaders in this group.
Pricing Comparison
| Model | Thar Roxx | Gurkha 5-door | Jimny | Scorpio N |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs 12.99 lakh – Rs 20.49 lakh | Rs 18.0 lakh | Rs 12.74 lakh – Rs 14.79 lakh | Rs 13.85 lakh – Rs 24.54 lakh |
The Thar Roxx is priced below the Scorpio N in Mahindra’s lineup, with prices for the 4×4 variants to be announced later. The Jimny is the most affordable, while the Gurkha, available in a single variant, is priced in the middle of the range.
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