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