5 Best "Capable" SUVs under Rs 18 Lakh

Maruti Suzuki Jimny

The Jimny is a cute little SUV that can handle the roughness of everywhere, thanks to its durable build & k15B petrol engine. Prices starts from Rs 12.74 Lakh (ex-sh).

Mahindra Thar

The Thar is a popular option that is offered in 3 engine options: 2.0L Turbo petrol, 1.5L diesel & a 2.2L diesel engine. It is a very capable SUV with both RWD & AWD configs. Prices starts from Rs 11.35 Lakh (ex-sh).

Mahindra Scorpio N

The Scorpio N, priced from Rs 13.85 Lakh (ex-sh) is offered with 2 engine options: a 2.0L turbo petrol & a 2.2L Gen II Diesel, making the Scorpio N another modern yet capable SUV from Mahindra.

Force Gurkha 

The Gurkha is another rugged SUV that means serious business with its FM2.6 CR CD Diesel motor with segment only feature: mechanically actuated differential locks on both front & rear axles. Prices starts from Rs 16.75 Lakh.

Mahindra Thar Roxx

The new Thar Roxx, priced from Rs 12.99 Lakh, is offered in several engine options: a 2.0L TGDi engine & 2.2L Diesel engine. Both motors make the Roxx a capable off-roader & lifestyle SUV.

Fun fact

The Thar Roxx recently scored 5 starts in Bharat NCAP.