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In recent times, the Indian automotive market has seen a variety of off-road vehicles. If you are someone who loves off-roading, there are a few important things to consider, such as the car's water-wading ability or the ground clearance. Now, let us explore the top five off-road cars available in India.
Mahindra Thar:
The second-generation Mahindra Thar has created quite a buzz since its launch in August 2020.
The second-generation Mahindra Thar has created quite a buzz since its launch in August 2020. The Thar is one of the most loved and desirable SUVs among youngsters. It is positioned as a lifestyle product, and with advanced 4x4 mechanicals and more electronics on board, it is building up on its off-road capabilities. The boxlike outline does keep the Thar DNA intact. The water-wading capacity of the Thar is 650 mm, and it has a ground clearance of 226 mm. It is offered with a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine and a 2.2-litre diesel engine, both paired with a manual or an automatic gearbox and with four-wheel drive. The price of the SUV starts at Rs 10.54 lakh and goes up to Rs 16.77 lakh for the top-of-the-line variant (ex-showroom).
Maruti Suzuki Jimny:
The Jimny is designed on the same lines as the former Gipsy but promises a better fit in the modern world
Maruti Suzuki has finally launched the much-awaited Jimny five-door, its latest off-roader, in India. The Jimny is designed on the same lines as the former Gipsy but promises a better fit in the modern world. The SUV has a ground clearance of 210 mm and a water-wading capacity of 300 mm. Maruti Suzuki Jimny gets the 1.5-litre K series petrol engine, which produces 103 bhp and 134.2 Nm. It will be mated to a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed automatic. The off-roader will also get Maruti Suzuki's All Grip Pro 4WD system with low-range gear. The price of the SUV starts at Rs 12.74 lakh and goes up to Rs 14.89 lakh (ex-showroom) for the top-spec variant.
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Toyota Hilux:
The Toyota Hilux is the go-anywhere, do-anything vehicle from the Japanese automaker
The Toyota Hilux, the go-anywhere, do-anything vehicle from the Japanese automaker, is known for its off-road capabilities. The Hilux’s frame is built for exceptional torsional and bending rigidity. Plus, you also get a capable four-wheel drive system with a high (H4) and low (L4) range. The off-roader has a ground clearance of 190 mm and an impressive water-wading capacity of 700 mm. The price for the pickup starts at ₹ 33.99 lakh for the 4x4 manual Standard, ₹ 35.80 lakh for the 4x4 manual High, and ₹ 36.80 lakh (all prices ex-showroom, India) for the 4x4 auto High variants. The Toyota Hilux pickup truck receives a 4x4 system for all its trims, linked to its single 2.8-litre 4-cylinder turbo-diesel engine option.
Also Read: Review: Toyota Hilux - The Go Anywhere, Do Anything Vehicle
Isuzu D-max:
The Isuzu D-Max V-cross comes with a very capable 4x4 system
The market for pickup trucks in India is well-positioned, as they are widely used for commercial cargo deliveries. Although, when it comes to personal car buyers, the market narrows down a bit. However, over the last few years, we have seen a growing interest in pickups, especially in the off-road adventure category. The Isuzu D-Max V-cross comes with a very capable 4x4 system with a shift-on-fly function. It has a ground clearance of 225 mm and a water-wading capacity of 700mm. The D-Max V-cross is dependable and imparts the confidence to take it on the most treacherous of terrains. It is powered by a 1.9-litre diesel engine that produces 150 bhp and 360 Nm. Isuzu also offers both a 6-speed manual and automatic gearbox. The D-Max V-Cross is offered in both 4x2 and 4x4 drive configurations. The price for the Isuzu D-Max starts at Rs 19.49 lakh for the Highlander base model and goes up to Rs 27 lakh (ex-showroom) for the top-of-the-line V-cross prestige.
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Force Gurkha:
Force Gurkha is a lifestyle SUV but a hard-core off-roader as well
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Lastly, we have the Force Gurkha, another lifestyle SUV but a hardcore off-roader. As the Gurkha looks more like a utilitarian vehicle, it continues to be a capable off-roader. Under the hood, the Force Gurkha gets a Mercedes-derived BS6-compliant 2.6-litre, four-cylinder diesel engine that churns out 91 bhp at 3,200 rpm and 250 Nm of peak torque at 1400–2400 rpm. Transmission options include a five-speed Mercedes G-28 manual gearbox coupled with four-wheel drive (4WD) as standard. The Force Gurkha has a water-wading capacity of 700 mm and a ground clearance of 205 mm. There is only one variant of the Force Gurkha, priced at Rs 15 lakh (ex-showroom).
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