The white cabin never stood a chance in a mud-slinging off-roader. Mahindra has quietly fixed that with a darker, more hard-wearing Mocha Grey interior for the Mahindra Thar Roxx, a move that drops the much-criticised Ivory White theme from most builds. Alongside the colour swap, Mahindra has added three everyday-use upgrades—keyless entry request sensors, a sliding co-driver armrest, and aerodynamic flat wipers—without touching the sticker price.
What’s changed inside: darker, cleaner, more sensible
The headline change is the Mocha Grey cabin. It’s a few shades darker than the outgoing white, which helps hide dust, stains, and scuffs that come with trails, slush, and daily city use. Owners had flagged the white interior as impractical from day one—great for showroom photos, not so great after a weekend off-road. Mahindra listened. After offering a Mocha Brown option for 4WD variants in October 2024, the brand is now rolling out Mocha Grey widely to replace Ivory White across the range.
Dealerships have started receiving the refreshed builds, and images circulating online show a more cohesive look: darker seat upholstery, toned-down trim, and fewer high-maintenance surfaces. The cabin now feels less like it needs microfiber towels at all times. Expect fewer visible marks on touchpoints and a bit more perceived richness thanks to the muted palette.
This isn’t just an aesthetic tweak. In SUVs that wade through dust and slush, black and brown themes are a norm for a reason—they hide wear and tear and are easier to clean. The Mocha Grey sits squarely in that sweet spot: it looks premium without being precious. For buyers who had parked their decision because of the white interior, this removes a major roadblock.
For 4WD buyers, Mahindra is keeping things flexible. Those versions continue to offer multiple themes, including Beige and the Mocha Brown introduced late last year. The Grey now steps in as the more universal, fuss-free option, especially for 2WD trims that were previously locked to the Ivory White combo.
Crucially, Mahindra hasn’t changed prices. The Thar Roxx continues between Rs 12.99 lakh and Rs 23.09 lakh (ex-showroom), depending on trim and drivetrain. That means you’re getting a more usable cabin and extra features at the same entry point.
Three small upgrades, big day-to-day gains
Beyond the colour swap, Mahindra has slipped in three features aimed at convenience and comfort. None of them are headline-grabbing on their own, but together they clean up daily annoyances owners had pointed out.
- Keyless entry request sensors: There’s now a button on the door handle to lock or unlock the SUV without grabbing the keyfob. If your hands are full or you’re wearing gloves, this is the kind of tiny feature that becomes a habit fast. Previously, owners had to use the fob for both actions.
- Sliding co-driver armrest: The driver already had a sliding armrest; now the front passenger gets the same fore-and-aft adjustment. On long drives or bumpy sections, that extra bit of support makes a difference. It’s a small nod to passenger comfort that was overdue.
- Aerodynamic flat wipers: Styled in the aerotwin format, these wipers hug the glass better, cut wind noise, and wipe more evenly across the sweep. In heavy rain or at highway speeds, they’re quieter and more effective than standard framed wipers.
These are targeted fixes. Keyless request sensors reduce the fumble factor around the car. The sliding armrest eases fatigue up front. The flat wipers chip away at cabin noise and improve wet-weather visibility. If you’re upgrading from an early build, you’ll notice each of these in the first week.
Mahindra sells the Thar Roxx in six variants—MX1, MX3, MX5, AX3 L, AX5 L, and AX7 L—across both 2WD and 4WD setups. With the latest update, the 4WD trims keep their broader interior palette, while the new Mocha Grey becomes the practical default many prospective buyers asked for. The mix gives shoppers a clear choice: go personalised with Beige or Brown, or go fuss-free with Grey.
Pricing remains unchanged despite the added kit, which helps the model’s value story in a crowded lifestyle SUV space. Keeping the same tags also avoids confusion for buyers who have been tracking on-road quotes or waiting for deliveries.
What about existing owners? Mahindra hasn’t confirmed whether the new features—especially the request sensors and the flat wipers—can be retrofitted to cars already on the road. Wipers are usually a straightforward switch if the arm length and mounting match. The request sensor system is more complex, tied into the car’s electronics and door modules, so it may require variant-specific hardware. For the co-driver armrest, retrofit feasibility will likely depend on the centre console design of earlier builds. Expect clarity from workshops as parts lists for the updated trims become widely available.
Why was the white interior such a sticking point? Off-roaders face unique cabin abuse: fine dust that creeps into seams, wet clothing, sand, spilled snacks, pet hair after a campsite run—the works. On light upholstery, even basic use starts to look messy. Owners had to clean more often and were anxious about visible wear. A darker interior doesn’t solve everything, but it narrows the gap between lifestyle flair and daily reality.
The Mocha Grey also makes the cabin feel more cohesive with the exterior personality. The Thar Roxx is positioned as a go-anywhere SUV with a lifestyle twist. A darker interior fits that brief better than a bright, high-maintenance palette. For buyers stepping up from hatchbacks or compact SUVs, this change aligns expectations with ownership.
From a noise-and-vibration standpoint, the flat wipers are a subtle quality-of-life upgrade. Conventional framed wipers can chatter at speed, especially after some wear. Flat blades maintain pressure evenly across the glass, which helps reduce streaking and squeaks. In heavy rain or when you’re passing trucks on the highway, better wiping translates to less eye strain and more confidence.
Keyless request sensors fall into the “you’ll miss it once you have it” category. You walk up, tap the button, and go. No fumbling for the fob after a grocery run or a muddy trail. It also means fewer fingerprints on a freshly cleaned fob and less chance of dropping it while climbing in or out with gear.
The added sliding armrest on the passenger side is the kind of ergonomic fix that shows Mahindra is paying attention to feedback beyond the driver’s seat. Long routes, broken patches, and weekend trips are easier when both front occupants can fine-tune their posture. In a segment where road trips and trail drives are a big part of the pitch, that matters.
The timing also lines up with how the segment is moving. Buyers have been vocal about practicality in lifestyle SUVs. Rivals have mostly avoided very light interiors for exactly this reason. Mahindra’s shift to Grey acknowledges the same reality while keeping a premium vibe. It’s a case of function leading form—and not the other way around.
Availability won’t be a long wait. Updated cars are already at dealerships, with sales advisors confirming that Mocha Grey units are part of ongoing allocations. For those who booked earlier and were concerned about the white interior, it’s worth checking with your dealer if your build can be switched to Grey without affecting delivery timelines.
Expect accessory catalogs to react next. Darker floor mats, seat covers, and all-weather liners pair better with the Grey and Brown cabins than they did with White. For owners who spend weekends on trails, a darker interior plus rubberised mats is the easiest way to keep the cabin from looking tired too soon.
To sum up the update in buyer terms: you get a more practical cabin, three convenience features you’ll use every day, and no change in price. The variant lineup stays the same, 4WD trims keep their added theme choices, and the Grey theme is set to become the no-drama default across most builds. The only open question is retrofitting, and we’ll update once workshops share definitive guidance.