Mahindra is preparing a significant mechanical update for the Thar Roxx, with the five-door SUV expected to receive the company’s latest DAVINCI damping technology. The upgrade is aimed at improving ride comfort, particularly over uneven roads and sharp bumps, making the SUV more suitable for everyday driving.
Introduced over two years ago, the Thar Roxx is now expected to receive its first major mechanical revision. The suspension technology has already made its way to the three-door Thar and the XUV 7XO, and Mahindra is likely to extend it to the larger off-road SUV.
Mahindra Thar Roxx to get DAVINCI dampers
The upcoming Thar Roxx update is expected to feature Mahindra’s DAVINCI damping system, which made its debut on the XUV 7XO before being introduced on the updated three-door Thar.
The current Thar Roxx uses a double-wishbone suspension setup at the front and a Pentalink arrangement with a Watts linkage at the rear. Both ends feature Frequency Dependent Damping (FDD) technology.
With the update, the SUV is expected to adopt a combination of DAVINCI and FDD technologies, similar to the setup used on the three-door Thar.
How does Mahindra’s DAVINCI suspension technology work?
DAVINCI damping technology uses a specialised DCx piston valve containing thin metal discs that flex according to hydraulic fluid pressure. This helps regulate the flow of oil inside the damper and adjust its response to different road conditions.
While the technology follows a principle similar to Frequency Selective Dampers, it is designed to operate across a wider range of frequencies. This allows engineers to tune the suspension response to different types of road inputs.
Mahindra currently uses the technology differently across its SUV range. The XUV 7XO features DAVINCI dampers in place of its earlier FDD setup, while the three-door Thar employs a combination of DCx and Ride Refine RC1 valves in a single unit.
The Thar Roxx is expected to follow the latter approach, combining both technologies to manage different suspension movements.
What improvements can be expected?
The primary objective of the suspension upgrade is to improve the Thar Roxx’s ride quality. The DAVINCI system is expected to offer better absorption of low-speed road imperfections while helping the SUV remain more composed when encountering sharper bumps.
This could address one of the areas where improvements would benefit the Thar Roxx as a daily-use vehicle, particularly on poorly maintained urban roads and uneven surfaces.
However, the actual difference in ride comfort will only become clear once the updated SUV is driven.
Other changes expected on the Mahindra Thar Roxx
Recent spy images of a partially camouflaged Thar Roxx suggest that the upcoming update could also bring minor cosmetic changes. The test vehicle was spotted with alloy wheels borrowed from the three-door Thar, although the overall exterior design appeared largely unchanged.
The cabin is also expected to retain its existing layout, with possible revisions to upholstery and interior trim materials.
Mechanically, the current engine options are likely to continue. These include a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine and a 2.2-litre turbo-diesel unit, both offered in different states of tune.
The Thar Roxx is currently offered with rear-wheel drive as standard, while four-wheel drive is available with the diesel engine.
Mahindra could also revise the engine tuning, although there is no confirmation of additional power or torque upgrades at this stage.
Mahindra Thar Roxx facelift expected to command a premium
The mechanical and potential equipment upgrades could result in a price revision for the Thar Roxx. The current model is priced between Rs. 12.52 lakhs and Rs. 23.52 lakhs (ex-showroom).
Mahindra has not announced an official launch timeline or confirmed the complete list of changes. The updated SUV will continue to compete with the Force Gurkha five-door, while also appealing to buyers considering conventional mid-size SUVs with a stronger off-road focus.
The suspension upgrade could make the Thar Roxx a more comfortable proposition without changing its core off-road character. More details are expected closer to its official introduction.
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