5 Most Popular SUVs for off-roading In India: The number of people driving off-road in India is increasing rapidly and keeping in mind the needs of the people, many car companies have launched SUVs and pick-ups of different segments equipped with off-road capabilities. Let’s talk about the top 5 off-road SUVs.
Mahindra Thar Roxx
The Mahindra Thar Roxx is a 5-door version of the Thar that not only gets two extra doors but also several premium features, different styling elements and powerful turbo-petrol and diesel engine options. The Thar Roxx is a lifestyle off-road SUV that is available with optional 4-wheel-drive (4WD) but only with a diesel engine.
Force Gurkha
Price: The 5-door version of the Force Gurkha is price is Rs 18 lakh.
Engine and Transmission: the car has a 2.6-litre diesel engine and that produces 140 PS and 320 Nm. This is connected to a 5-speed manual transmission, while 4 wheel drive is offered as standard.
Safety: Dual front airbags and tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) take care of the safety of the passengers
Mahindra Scorpio
The starting price of Mahindra Scorpio Classic is Rs 13.62 lakh. The Scorpio Classic is contain 2.2-litre diesel engine. And it is derived from the less powerful diesel version of the Scorpio N, which makes 132 PS and 300 Nm. The Scorpio is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox.
Jeep Compass
Price: The price of Jeep Compass is from Rs 18.99 lakh and goes up to Rs 32.41 lakh.
Engine and Transmission: It is powered by a 2-litre diesel engine (170 PS/350 Nm), paired to a 6-speed manual or a 9-speed automatic transmission. It is also offered with a 4 wheel drive drivetrain option.
Safety: Safety features include six airbags, 360-degree camera, electronic stability control (ESC), tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and hill assist.
Toyota Fortuner
Price: The price Fortuner is Rs 33.43 lakh and goes up to Rs 51.44 lakh.
Engine and Transmission: The Toyota Fortuner has two engine options:
2.7-litre petrol engine (166 PS/245 Nm) with 5-speed manual and 6-speed automatic transmission
2.8-litre turbo-diesel engine (up to 204 PS/500 Nm) with 6-speed manual or automatic transmission. The diesel variants also get optional 4-wheel drive (4WD).
Safety: Safety features of fortuner are 7 airbags, vehicle stability control and traction control and hill assist.
