Mahindra Thar Roxx: MX3 2.2 Diesel AT vs MX5 2.2 Diesel AT

The MX5 2.2 Diesel AT costs ₹71,000 more than the MX3 2.2 Diesel AT. The equipment it adds covers 192% of that on our values — worth it. Every feature is priced below.

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The verdict

MX3 2.2 Diesel AT → MX5 2.2 Diesel AT

Worth it

You pay extra

₹71,000

₹17,94,000 → ₹18,65,000

Features are worth

₹1,36,325

11 gained

Equipment covers

192%

of what the variant costs extra

MX5 2.2 Diesel AT costs ₹71,000 more than MX3 2.2 Diesel AT and brings 11 features we value at ₹1,36,325 — 192% of what you pay, so the equipment alone covers the price rise. If you want any of them, this is the trim to 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

What the extra equipment is

Factory-only or fit it later

Only from the factory
₹55,100 · 5 features
Could be fitted later
₹81,225 · 6 features

Of the equipment this variant adds, at our valuations. Which features count as fit-later is set per feature in the methodology.

Mahindra Thar Roxx — manufacturer photograph
Photograph: Mahindra. Shows the Mahindra Thar Roxx, not either trim specifically — the table below is what separates them.
Where the money goes

Feature-by-feature valuation

13 of 77 features differ between these trims.

FeatureMX3 2.2 Diesel ATMX5 2.2 Diesel ATValue
Safety & driver assistance
Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)Individual tyre pressure readout on the instrument display.NoYes+₹6,175
Front Parking SensorsSensors in the front bumper for tight parking.NoYes+₹5,700
Automatic HeadlampsHeadlamps that switch on by themselves as light falls.NoYes+₹5,700
Rain-Sensing WipersWipers that start and change speed by themselves when rain hits the screen.NoYes+₹5,700
Comfort & convenience
Single-Pane Electric SunroofPower-operated tilt and slide single glass sunroof.NoYes+₹33,250
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.NoYes+₹4,750
Leatherette UpholsterySynthetic leather seat and trim finish in place of fabric.NoYes+₹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.YesNo—
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.NoYes+₹3,800
Exterior & wheels
18-Inch Alloy WheelsFactory 18-inch alloy wheels; larger wheels are credited at this level too.NoYes+₹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.NoYes+₹5,700
LED Fog LampsDedicated low-mount LED fog lamps for adverse weather.NoYes+₹8,550
LED Projector HeadlampsProjector-type LED headlamps with a sharper beam pattern.Counted in Full LED Headlamps with LED DRLs, which replaces it.YesNo—
Net feature value11 gained₹1,36,325

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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On our figures

₹1,36,325 of equipment against ₹71,000 — 192% of the variant

Worth it

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Same upgrade, every engine and gearbox

MX3 to MX5 on all 3 powertrains

Mahindra sells this upgrade on 3 powertrains. The price gap and what it buys are not always the same, so here is each one, worked out the same way as this page. It is cheapest on the Diesel manual (₹68,000) and dearest on the Petrol automatic (₹2,76,000).

PowertrainCosts moreCovers
Petrol automatic₹2,76,00049%Pricey
Diesel manual₹68,000200%Worth it
Diesel automatic (this page)₹71,000192%Worth it
What you actually pay

On-road price, side by side

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In Delhi, MX5 2.2 Diesel AT costs ₹84,263 more on the road than MX3 2.2 Diesel AT, against ₹71,000 ex-showroom. ₹12,553 of that is road tax, insurance and charges that rise with the price. TCS adds ₹710, which you can claim back against income tax. The verdict above is measured against the ex-showroom difference.

Drive-away cost

MX3 2.2 Diesel AT

diesel · automatic · Delhi

Ex-showroom price
₹17,94,000
RTO road taxDelhi slab for diesel, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
₹2,31,479
Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
₹89,700
TCS1% above ₹10 L ex-showroom — adjustable against income tax
₹17,940
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
On-road, Delhi₹21,36,219
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Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.

Drive-away cost

MX5 2.2 Diesel AT

diesel · automatic · Delhi

Ex-showroom price
₹18,65,000
RTO road taxDelhi slab for diesel, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
₹2,40,482
Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
₹93,250
TCS1% above ₹10 L ex-showroom — adjustable against income tax
₹18,650
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
On-road, Delhi₹22,20,482
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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 MX3 2.2 Diesel AT and MX5 2.2 Diesel AT?
₹71,000 ex-showroom — MX3 2.2 Diesel AT is ₹17,94,000 and MX5 2.2 Diesel AT is ₹18,65,000.
Is the Mahindra Thar Roxx MX5 2.2 Diesel AT worth the extra money over the MX3 2.2 Diesel AT?
MX5 2.2 Diesel AT costs ₹71,000 more than MX3 2.2 Diesel AT and brings 11 features we value at ₹1,36,325 — 192% of what you pay, so the equipment alone covers the price rise. If you want any of them, this is the trim to buy.
What do you actually get on the MX5 2.2 Diesel AT that the MX3 2.2 Diesel AT doesn't have?
11 features, led by 18-Inch Alloy Wheels, Single-Pane Electric Sunroof, Leatherette Upholstery. The full list with our rupee valuation for each is in the table above.