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5 Most Affordable 4X4 SUVs You Can Buy in India
The heavy monsoon season in India makes owning a capable SUV beneficial, particularly those with four-wheel-drive systems. The Maruti Suzuki Jimny, starting at Rs 12.39 lakh, leads the list with its base 4X4 capability.
Syed Wahab Ali
Updated Aug 11, 2026, 01:30 PM IST
5 Most Affordable 4X4 SUVs You Can Buy in India
With the monsoon bringing heavy rain, waterlogged roads and slippery surfaces across several parts of India, having an SUV with proper four-wheel-drive capability can be a major advantage.
A 4X4 system not only adds confidence on broken and muddy roads but also makes these SUVs more capable when the going gets tough. While most 4X4 models come at a premium, there are a few relatively affordable options that combine everyday usability with genuine off-road ability. Here are five of the most affordable 4X4 SUVs you can buy in India.
Maruti Suzuki Jimny
Maruti Suzuki Jimny
Maruti Suzuki Jimny is the most affordable 4X4 SUV on this list, with prices starting at Rs 12.39 lakh (ex-showroom). Unlike many SUVs, the Jimny gets 4X4 capability right from its base variant.
The SUV comes with Suzuki's AllGrip Pro 4WD system, which features a manual transfer lever with 2H, 4H and 4L modes. The low-range 4L mode makes it particularly capable on challenging off-road surfaces.
Power comes from a 1.5-litre K15B petrol engine producing 103bhp and 134.2Nm of torque. The Jimny has a claimed fuel efficiency of 16.94kmpl.
Mahindra Thar
Mahindra Thar
The Mahindra Thar is the second most affordable 4X4 SUV in India. The petrol-manual 4X4 version is priced at Rs 15.59 lakh (ex-showroom), while the petrol automatic 4X4 costs Rs 17.22 lakh (ex-showroom). The Thar is available with both petrol and diesel engine options.
Its 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine produces 150.19bhp, with the manual version developing 300Nm and the automatic version producing 320Nm of torque.
The diesel version gets a 2.2-litre mHawk engine producing 130bhp and 300Nm. Both engine options are available with 4X4 hardware and can be paired with either a 6-speed manual or automatic transmission, depending on the variant.
Force Gurkha
Force Gurkha
The Force Gurkha takes the third spot on this list, with prices ranging from Rs 16.31 lakh for the 3-door version to Rs 17.63 lakh for the 5-door version (ex-showroom).
Both versions use the same engine and transmission setup. The Gurkha is powered by a 2.6-litre, four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine producing 141.94bhp and 320Nm of peak torque.
With its rugged construction and 4X4 hardware, the Gurkha is aimed at buyers who want an SUV that can handle challenging terrain while retaining the practicality of a larger vehicle. The availability of both 3-door and 5-door versions also gives buyers more choice based on their requirements.
Mahindra Scorpio N
Mahindra Scorpio N
The Mahindra Scorpio N is the fourth most affordable 4X4 SUV on this list, with the 4X4 range starting at Rs 18.03 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Z4 diesel manual variant.
The Scorpio N Z4 4X4 diesel is powered by a 2.2-litre Gen II mHawk turbo-diesel engine. It produces 172.45bhp and 370Nm of peak torque, giving the SUV enough grunt for both highway driving and off-road conditions.
Compared with the smaller Jimny, Thar and Gurkha, the Scorpio N offers considerably more cabin space and a more family-oriented package. This makes it an interesting option for buyers looking for a balance between everyday practicality and 4X4 capability.
Mahindra Thar Roxx
Mahindra Thar Roxx
The Mahindra Thar Roxx is the most expensive SUV on this list, but it also offers more space and features than the standard Thar. Its 4X4 range starts at Rs 19.42 lakh (ex-showroom) for the diesel-manual variant, while the diesel automatic 4X4 starts at Rs 21.52 lakh.
The Thar Roxx gets Mahindra's 4Xplor 4X4 system, along with an electronic brake locking differential and electronic locking differential. It also gets 2H, 4H and 4L drive modes for tackling different surfaces.
The 4X4 version is available only with the diesel engine. Depending on the variant, the 2.2-litre diesel engine is offered in different states of tune, with outputs going up to around 171bhp and 370Nm in higher variants.
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