Off-roading vehicles for adventure seekers in 2024

Off-roading 2024: The thrill of traversing through uncertain terrains is a global trend that many car enthusiasts are gearing up for as we enter 2024. Here'a a list of off-roading vehicles to choose from this year. 

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Toyota Land Cruiser

The tried and tested dependability of Land Rover vehicles, is a factor that widely influences car buyers’ decisions. Thriving on this advantage, expectations from the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser are the same. The upcoming entrant is expected to be introduced at a starting price range in the mid-Rs 41,65,5875.

The 2024 Land Cruiser is expected to deliver on a better off-roading experience on the back of a turbocharged four-cylinder hybrid powertrain making 326 horsepower. The upcoming entrant's turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder is assisted by two electric motors to make 326 horsepower.

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Ford Bronco

With the iconic Bronco nameplate tagged along the US automobile major Ford, expectations from Ford Bronco have always been set high. The competitive midsize SUV with a 275-418 horsepower, torque of 325-440 lb-ft, and powered by 2.3-litre turbo I4, 2.7-litre turbo V6, and 3.0-litre turbo V6 engine, the Michigan-headquartered company's off-roading vehicle makes for a great selection to drive on into the woods, crawling over rocks and trails.

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Force-Gurkha 5 door

Force Motors, an Indian multinational automotive company, is expected to launch a long-wheelbase five-door version, as part of its Gurkha range during mid-2024 for Rs 15 lakh. It is expected to have multiple seating options, including a bench or captain’s chairs for the second row and jump seats or captain’s chairs in the third row. It is also expected to have features similar to Mercedes-sourced 2.6-litre diesel engine mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox.

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Mahindra's 5-door Thar

In a facelift to Thar, Mahindra has increased the number of doors in this iconic off-roading vehicle, making it five. The vehicle is expected to be launched in March, and has already become a reason to rejoice for off-roaders, due to features like alloy wheels on a camouflaged test model, images circulated online confirmed, as per media reports. The test vehicle also boasts of LED headlamps featuring circular LED DRLs, giving solid indications that the model is in the later stages of production.