Mahindra Thar Roxx, Scorpio N Join ISROs Exploration Expeditions In Ladakh

Mahindra has announced that the Thar Roxx and Scorpio N will be a part of ISRO's space exploration expeditions in Ladakh. This comes as part of the Indian automaker's collaboration with Protoplanet, which is a registered ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) space tutor to support space analogue missions in Ladakh. This mission will take place at the Himalayan Outpost for Planetary Exploration (HOPE), which is a remote location simulating the conditions of the Moon and Mars.

The selected participants will be part of ISRO's research at the location, where ISRO will carry out India's first human isolation study for future space missions. The participants will experience isolated living conditions to examine how humans might adapt on other planets. This project includes two significant expeditions.

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These expeditions are titled "Spaceward Bound India 2025" and "Between Two Worlds 2025." Researchers from around the globe, including planetary scientists and space biologists, will participate in the mission. Mahindra's Thar ROXX and Scorpio N vehicles will facilitate the transportation of people and supplies across the challenging terrain of Ladakh.

Both SUVs will play a crucial role in ensuring that everything operates smoothly in the harsh environment. This mission merges science, engineering, and exploration. It also highlights how durable vehicles can aid scientific research in extreme conditions. The initiative is a key advancement as India gears up for upcoming Moon and Mars missions.

Currently, the Mahindra Thar Roxx has a base price of Rs 12.99 lakh (ex-showroom) and can reach up to Rs 23.09 lakh (ex-showroom). It is available with the option of a petrol or a diesel engine. Specifically, it comes with a 2.0-litre TGDi petrol engine featuring a 2WD configuration or a 2.2-litre diesel engine equipped with RWD and 4x4. These qualities make it a suitable option for police duties. The vehicle offers transmission choices of both manual and automatic.

Similarly, the Mahindra Scorpio N comes at a starting price of Rs 13.99 lakh (ex-showroom). It also gets a 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine with the option of a 2.2-litre diesel engine. The transmission options include MT and AT with the choice of a 4x4 powertrain system.