Mahindra’s all-new Thar Rocks 4WD has started arriving in showrooms. This SUV has been creating a lot of buzz in the automotive industry since its prices were revealed. In fact, the most affordable Thar Rox 4WD variant is the MX5 Diesel MT 4WD, priced at Rs 18.75 lakh, ex-showroom. Thar Rocks received a record 1,76,218 bookings in the first hour of launch. This booking figure clearly shows that people really liked this SUV. Let us tell you that its delivery has also started from Dussehra.
Looking at the booking of Thar Rocks, dealers estimate that its waiting period can exceed 12 months. Due to the huge response from customers, the company has planned to increase its production. According to reports, Thar Rocks production may be increased to 7,500 units in November. Thar Rocks 4WD base version units have reached showrooms. His video also surfaced from the showroom.
Thar Rocks MX1 Features and Specifications
Talking about the interior of the Thar Rocks MX1, to make the journey easy and entertaining, it has a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, keyless entry with push-button start, manual air conditioning with rear air vents, a height-adjustable driver’s seat, a USB-C charging port. And includes 60:40 split rear seat functionality. For added safety, it has 6 airbags (standard), rear parking sensor, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control and 3-point seat belts for all passengers.
The base MX1 variant of Mahindra Thar Rocks will get a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, which generates a maximum power of 162 hp and a maximum torque of 330 Nm. At the same time, another diesel option is also available there . It is a 2.2 liter diesel engine, which generates a maximum power of 152 hp and a maximum torque of 330 Nm. Both these engines will be equipped with a manual transmission.
Talking about Mahindra Thar Rocks’ rivals, its direct competition in the Indian market will be with Force Gurkha 5-door and Maruti Suzuki Jimny. However, in terms of sales, both are far behind the 3-door model of the Thar. At the same price, Thar Rocks will also compete with many compact SUVs present in the market like Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq and Honda Elevate.