The 2020 Mahindra Roxor off-road utility vehicle is here
Mahindra Roxor is a 4WD off-road vehicle by Mahindra Automotive North America. This off-road only vehicle uses the Mahindra Thar platform. Indian automotive company Mahindra and Mahindra assembles Roxor in Detroit, Michigan. In addition, it is the first new automaker in the area that opened a manufacturing facility after almost 30 years.
Furthermore, Mahindra Roxor is a heavy-duty off-road vehicle. The design of the Roxor has a direct relation with Willy’s Jeep from 1947. So, It has a very simple design. The mechanical architecture is almost the same and it simply reminds you of the beginning of 4WD cars.
The Design
First of all, Mahindra Roxor has a boxy design. Specifically, the upper body structure directly attaches to its boxy frame. The cabin is customizable according to the needs. Furthermore, the open cabin enhances driving pleasure. You can also close the cabin by add-ons. This fully customizable nature of the cabin makes this utility vehicle different.
Furthermore, the Roxor has a single gauge speedo with digital odometer, tacho and fuel gauges. It is available in two and four-passenger versions. The front of the vehicle is more aggressive. The contouring on the hood and a race track-like ring around headlights add to aggressiveness.
Roxor Features
The Mahindra Roxor has a fresh new face. At the same time, it has more power to climb. It can now climb much better with a 5:38 ratio axle. The new axle also delivers higher torque and smooth ride. It also delivers smooth rides on rugged terrains.
Furthermore, it has a 4 cylinder turbo diesel engine. The 4WD helps you go anywhere irrespective of weather and terrain. It has a reliable drivetrain with options of 5-speed manual and 6-speed automatic transmission. The Roxor is available in seven bold colors. Besides, it has an industry-leading warranty of two years or 12000 miles.
Mahindra Roxor Specifications
The Roxor comes with a 2.5L, liquid-cooled, direct injection turbo diesel engine. It produces 62Hp of power with 144 ft-lbs of torque. The vehicle has two drive options – 2WD and 4WD. It comes with a 5-speed manual and 6-speed automatic transmission. In addition, the transfer case comes with a 2-speed manual transmission.
Furthermore, 96″ wheelbase gives dynamic handling on rough terrains. The curb weight of the Roxor is 1376 kg. The 9″ Ground clearance provides adequate space to conquer rocky terrain.
In addition, Mahindra Roxor also comes with a stabilizer bar, giving you more stability and easy handling. The maximum speed of the Roxor is electronically limited to 55mph (89km/h). Dual hydraulic vacuum-assisted brakes give enough stopping power on hilly terrains. The Roxor comes with a 45.43 liters fuel tank. The rear payload capacity is 158.30 kgs. Furthermore, It has a towing capacity of 1583 kgs.
In conclusion, Mahindra Roxor is a perfect companion for your dream adventure. Its compact and rigid design suits perfectly for off-road. So, pack your bags and take your dream adventure ride with Roxor.
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