Most affordable off-roaders

On sale in India

All prices listed are ex-showroom, Delhi

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1. Maruti Suzuki Jimny

Price: Rs 12.74 lakh-Rs 15.05 lakh

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Off-road is its natural habitat

Small size, light weight make it extremely capable
Petrol engine has good low-end grunt

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2. Mahindra Thar

Price: Rs 13.87 lakh-Rs 16.78 lakh

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Equally capable as the Jimny

Gets mechanically locking diff, both petrol and diesel engines
Soft-top roof enhances outdoorsy vibe

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3. Force Gurkha

Price: Rs 14.75 lakh

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A committed off-roader

Its hard work off-roading in a Gurkha
Misses out on electronics
In the hands of a skilled driver, there’s little it can’t do

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4. Mahindra Scorpio N

Price: Rs 17.69 lakh-Rs 24.52 lakh

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Urbane and luxurious off-roader

4x4 system comes only with diesel, but in multiple trims
Its ability off the tarmac will surprise you

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5. Isuzu D-Max V-Cross

Price: Rs 23.50 lakh-Rs 27 lakh

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Not the best off-roader

Rear struggles for traction when bed is unloaded
Large rear overhang hampers departure angle
Still, cargo bed offers a lot of flexibility and use cases

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