Mahindra Thar Roxx likely to get DaVinci suspension upgrade

Mahindra is likely to bring a suspension upgrade to the Thar Roxx, borrowing technology from the three-door Thar. The update is expected to improve ride comfort, particularly over uneven roads and sharp bumps, marking the first major mechanical change to the five-door SUV since its launch.

The proposed upgrade centres around Mahindra's DCx valve-based dampers, branded as DaVinci. The technology first appeared on the XUV 7XO in January 2026 before making its way to the updated three-door Thar. The Thar Roxx is expected to receive a similar arrangement, although its existing suspension architecture is likely to remain unchanged.

The five-door SUV currently uses a double-wishbone setup at the front and a Pentalink suspension with a Watts linkage at the rear. Both ends feature Frequency Dependent Damping (FDD).

Under the proposed update, the Thar Roxx is likely to adopt the hybrid damping arrangement seen on the three-door Thar. This combines DCx valves with Ride Refine RC1 valves, which use FDD technology. The two systems work together to manage different types of road inputs.

The DCx system uses a specialised piston valve containing thin metal discs of different shapes. These discs flex in response to hydraulic fluid pressure, regulating oil flow within the damper. This allows the suspension to respond differently depending on the frequency of movement.

Unlike conventional Frequency Selective Dampers, which operate within a relatively limited frequency range, DCx valve-based dampers can be tuned across a wider range. In the Thar Roxx, the DCx valves are expected to handle low-frequency body movements, while the Ride Refine RC1 valves will deal with higher-frequency inputs, such as sharp bumps and smaller road imperfections.

The biggest expected improvement is in ride comfort at lower speeds, particularly when negotiating broken roads, potholes and uneven surfaces. The updated damping arrangement could also help the SUV remain better composed when encountering sharp bumps.

Our experience with the updated three-door Thar suggests that the technology can make a noticeable difference to how the SUV handles varying road surfaces. If Mahindra carries over the same setup to the Thar Roxx, it could address some of the ride-related shortcomings of the current model and make it more comfortable for everyday city use.

The powertrain options are likely to remain unchanged, with the mechanical revisions focused primarily on the suspension.