Mahindra Thar Roxx: MX1 2.0 Petrol MT vs MX5 2.0 Petrol MT
The MX5 2.0 Petrol MT costs ₹4,12,000 more than the MX1 2.0 Petrol MT. The equipment it adds covers 43% of that on our values — pricey. Every feature is priced below.
Spotted something wrong? Report a correctionMX1 2.0 Petrol MT → MX5 2.0 Petrol MT
You pay extra
₹4,12,000
₹12,52,000 → ₹16,64,000
Features are worth
₹1,79,075
17 gained
Equipment covers
43%
of what the variant costs extra
MX5 2.0 Petrol MT costs ₹4,12,000 more than MX1 2.0 Petrol MT and brings only ₹1,79,075 of equipment we can put a price on — about 43% of what you pay. Unless you specifically need something in the list below, MX1 2.0 Petrol MT is the better buy.
We price the equipment that separates these two trims. The rest of the difference pays for things we don't itemise — materials, fit and finish, and the manufacturer's own margin. An upgrade that clears 100% is one where the equipment alone is worth what it costs.
*Ex-showroom, Delhi · Prices checked Nov 2026
Factory-only or fit it later
- Only from the factory
- ₹95,000 · 10 features
- Could be fitted later
- ₹84,075 · 7 features
Of the equipment this variant adds, at our valuations. Which features count as fit-later is set per feature in the methodology.
Feature-by-feature valuation
19 of 77 features differ between these trims.
| Feature | MX1 2.0 Petrol MT | MX5 2.0 Petrol MT | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety & driver assistance | |||
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)Individual tyre pressure readout on the instrument display. | No | Yes | +₹6,175 |
| Rear Defogger & Wiper/WasherEssential rainy season safety features for clear rear visibility. | No | Yes | +₹7,600 |
| Front Parking SensorsSensors in the front bumper for tight parking. | No | Yes | +₹5,700 |
| Automatic HeadlampsHeadlamps that switch on by themselves as light falls. | No | Yes | +₹5,700 |
| Rain-Sensing WipersWipers that start and change speed by themselves when rain hits the screen. | No | Yes | +₹5,700 |
| Comfort & convenience | |||
| Single-Pane Electric SunroofPower-operated tilt and slide single glass sunroof. | No | Yes | +₹33,250 |
| Cruise ControlElectronic highway speed control for relaxed long-distance cruising. | No | Yes | +₹9,500 |
| Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button StartPassive proximity keyless unlocking and engine start/stop button.Up from Push-Button Start — the figure is the difference between the two, not the full value. | No | Yes | +₹4,750 |
| Electrically Adjustable ORVMsWing mirrors adjust from a switch inside the cabin. | No | Yes | +₹4,750 |
| Leatherette UpholsterySynthetic leather seat and trim finish in place of fabric. | No | Yes | +₹11,400 |
| Push-Button StartEngine started by a button, with a remote key that still has to be pressed to unlock. No passive entry.Counted in Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button Start, which replaces it. | Yes | No | — |
| Rear Centre ArmrestFold-down armrest in the rear seat, usually with cupholders. | No | Yes | +₹3,800 |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering WheelLeather or leatherette covering on the steering wheel, and usually the gear lever too, rather than plastic. A wrapped gear knob on its own does not count. | No | Yes | +₹3,800 |
| Infotainment & connectivity | |||
| Wireless Android AutoThe factory touchscreen runs Android Auto without a cable — built into the head unit, or through a wired-to-wireless adapter the manufacturer supplies as standard. Most cars that have it pair Apple CarPlay wirelessly too, but this entry asks only about Android Auto. Wired-only Android Auto does not count. | No | Yes | +₹2,850 |
| Exterior & wheels | |||
| 18-Inch Alloy WheelsFactory 18-inch alloy wheels; larger wheels are credited at this level too. | No | Yes | +₹45,600 |
| Full LED Headlamps with LED DRLsFull-LED headlamp units with integrated LED daytime running lights.Up from LED Projector Headlamps — the figure is the difference between the two, not the full value. | No | Yes | +₹5,700 |
| LED Fog LampsDedicated low-mount LED fog lamps for adverse weather. | No | Yes | +₹8,550 |
| LED Projector HeadlampsProjector-type LED headlamps with a sharper beam pattern.Counted in Full LED Headlamps with LED DRLs, which replaces it. | Yes | No | — |
| Powertrain & drive modes | |||
| Multi Drive & Traction ModesSelectable drive modes plus terrain modes for surfaces such as sand, mud, snow or wet roads. The mode names vary by car. | No | Yes | +₹14,250 |
| Net feature value | 17 gained | ₹1,79,075 | |
Values are our own estimates of what each feature is worth on this segment of car, not manufacturer pricing. We only price equipment that differs between trims, so this column will not add up to the full price gap — the rest pays for materials, fit and finish, and margin. Every valuation and its reasoning is published here.
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)added
ours₹Rear Defogger & Wiper/Washeradded
ours₹Single-Pane Electric Sunroofadded
ours₹Cruise Controladded
ours₹Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button Startadded
replaces Push-Button Start — the figure is the difference between the two
ours₹18-Inch Alloy Wheelsadded
ours₹Full LED Headlamps with LED DRLsadded
replaces LED Projector Headlamps — the figure is the difference between the two
ours₹LED Fog Lampsadded
ours₹Multi Drive & Traction Modesadded
ours₹Electrically Adjustable ORVMsadded
ours₹Front Parking Sensorsadded
ours₹Leatherette Upholsteryadded
ours₹Automatic Headlampsadded
ours₹Rain-Sensing Wipersadded
ours₹Rear Centre Armrestadded
ours₹Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheeladded
ours₹Wireless Android Autoadded
ours₹
On our figures
₹1,79,075 of equipment against ₹4,12,000 — 43% of the variant
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On-road price, side by side
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In Delhi, MX5 2.0 Petrol MT costs ₹4,78,661 more on the road than MX1 2.0 Petrol MT, against ₹4,12,000 ex-showroom. ₹62,541 of that is road tax, insurance and charges that rise with the price. TCS adds ₹4,120, which you can claim back against income tax. The verdict above is measured against the ex-showroom difference.
MX1 2.0 Petrol MT
petrol · manual · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹12,52,000
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
- ₹1,31,454
- Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
- ₹62,600
- TCS1% above ₹10 L ex-showroom — adjustable against income tax
- ₹12,520
- Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
- ₹1,200
- Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
- ₹1,900
Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.
MX5 2.0 Petrol MT
petrol · manual · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹16,64,000
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
- ₹1,73,395
- Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
- ₹83,200
- TCS1% above ₹10 L ex-showroom — adjustable against income tax
- ₹16,640
- Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
- ₹1,200
- Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
- ₹1,900
Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.
Common questions
- What is the price difference between the Mahindra Thar Roxx MX1 2.0 Petrol MT and MX5 2.0 Petrol MT?
- ₹4,12,000 ex-showroom — MX1 2.0 Petrol MT is ₹12,52,000 and MX5 2.0 Petrol MT is ₹16,64,000.
- Is the Mahindra Thar Roxx MX5 2.0 Petrol MT worth the extra money over the MX1 2.0 Petrol MT?
- MX5 2.0 Petrol MT costs ₹4,12,000 more than MX1 2.0 Petrol MT and brings only ₹1,79,075 of equipment we can put a price on — about 43% of what you pay. Unless you specifically need something in the list below, MX1 2.0 Petrol MT is the better buy.
- What do you actually get on the MX5 2.0 Petrol MT that the MX1 2.0 Petrol MT doesn't have?
- 17 features, led by 18-Inch Alloy Wheels, Single-Pane Electric Sunroof, Multi Drive & Traction Modes. The full list with our rupee valuation for each is in the table above.