We Indians love SUVs, be it muscular full-sized ones or be it the mid-size or sub-compact ones. However, those front-wheel-drive small-size SUVs do not have off-road capabilities and can be termed as pseudo Sport Utility Vehicle only. These pseudo SUVs are charming and very affordable but there are a lot of people who want to explore new places with their cars. For them, 4×4 SUVs are the real deal. Find out below about the 4×4 cars in India under Rs.40 lakh
Mahindra has recently launched the new-generation Thar. The new 2020 Mahindra Thar made its official debut on 15th August and now it has been finally launched. The new-generation Thar is powered by a BS6-compliant 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine that churns out 150bhp of power and 320 Nm peak torque. It also gets a 2.2-litre mHawk diesel engine that churns out 130bhp of power and 300 Nm of peak torque. Both the engines come mated to a 6-speed manual as well as a 6-speed torque-converter automatic transmission with 4X4 system as standard.
Jeep Compass is a very popular mid-size SUV in the Indian market. The Jeep Compass gets a BS6-compliant 1.4-litre turbo petrol engine that pumps out 160bhp of power and 250 Nm of torque. It comes mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox and a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT). Compass also gets a 2.0-litre multi-jet diesel engine that churns out 169bhp of power and 350Nm of peak torque. It comes mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox and a 9-speed torque converter automatic transmission. The diesel variants of the Compass get 4X4 drivetrain and Jeep also offers a very capable off-road-focused variant called Trailhawk. The BS6 Jeep Compass Diesel is priced between Rs. 17.99 lakhs – Rs. 24.99 lakhs (Rs. 27.60 lakhs for Trailhawk), Ex-showroom Delhi.
Hyundai recently launched the new Tucson Facelift in India. The Hyundai Tucson is offered with both petrol as well as diesel engine options. It gets a BS6-compliant 2.0-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine that churns out 150bhp of power and 192Nm of torque. It comes mated to a 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox only. The Tucson Diesel is also a 2.0-litre unit that churns out 183bhp of power and 400Nm of peak torque. It comes mated to an 8-speed torque converter automatic gearbox and also gets 4WD. The top-spec GLS 4WD diesel variant of the new Hyundai Tucson BS6 retails at Rs. 27.03 lakhs, Ex-showroom Delhi. More about 4×4 cars in India under Rs.40 lakh below.
Mahindra Alturas G4 was launched in India in the year 2018. It is one of the most affordable full-size SUVs currently on sale in the country. The Alturas G4 is powered by a BS6-compliant 2.2-litre diesel engine that churns out 178bhp of maximum power and a whopping 420Nm of peak torque. The engine comes mated to a seven-speed automatic gearbox, sourced from Mercedes-Benz. The Alturas G4 is available in just two variants and the top model gets a proper 4×4 system for off-roading. The new 2020 Mahindra Alturas G4 BS6 is priced between Rs. 28.70 lakhs – Rs. 31.70 lakhs, Ex-showroom Delhi.
Ford Endeavour is a very popular and a very capable full-size SUV. Recently, Ford India also launched the Sport Edition of the Endeavour. The new 2020 Ford Endeavour is powered by a new BS6-compliant 2.0-litre EcoBlue diesel engine. This oil-burner churns out 169bhp of maximum power and 420Nm of peak torque and comes mated to a 10-speed automatic gearbox. The top-spec Titanium+ and the Sport Edition of the Endeavour also get 4X4 system and are very capable off the road. More about 4×4 cars in India under Rs.40 lakh below.
Toyota Fortuner is one of the most loved and best-selling full-size SUVs in India. The Fortuner enjoys a cult status and has a huge fan-following. The new 2020 Toyota Fortuner is powered by a BS6-compliant 2.8-litre diesel engine that develops 176bhp of power and 420Nm of peak torque (450Nm for AT). The engine comes mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox and a 6-speed torque-converter automatic transmission. The Fortuner also gets a 2.7-litre petrol engine that puts out 166bhp of power and 245Nm of torque and comes mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox and a 6-speed AT. However, only the diesel variants of the Fortuner get 4WD and it has a TRD limited edition too.
Volkswagen India launched the Tiguan AllSpace in the country early this year. The VW Tiguan AllSpace is a more practical seven-seater version of the (now discontinued) Tiguan. The Tiguan AllSpace is powered by a BS6-compliant 2.0-litre TSI turbocharged petrol engine that churns out 189bhp of power and 320 Nm of peak torque. The engine comes mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The Tiguan AllSpace also gets VW’s 4MOTION all-wheel-drive system and different riding modes.
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