While a lot of celebrities love to flaunt their ostentatious automobiles, some of them even use relatively modest cars.
In this post, we shall take a look at the affordable off-roaders of 5 famous Indians. I have been reporting about the expensive vehicles of Indian celebrities for a long time now. They often show in their desirable automobiles at public events. That represents their stature. However, they don’t necessarily always use these cars to perform day-to-day activities. That is when the mass market cars come into the picture. Also, it is not common for celebs to possess off-roading vehicles since they often look for the utmost comfort and luxury. Still, the ones who are adventure seekers do purchase such vehicles too. Let us delve into the details of this case here.
5 Famous Indians w/ Affordable Off-Roaders
| Celeb | Car |
| Fardeen Khan | Maruti Jimny |
| John Abraham | Isuzu V-Cross |
| Gul Panag | Mahindra Scorpio N |
| Nushrratt Bharucha | Mahindra Thar |
| Sachin Tendulkar | Toyota Fortuner |
Fardeen Khan
Let us commence this list with Fardeen Khan and his Maruti Jimny. Fardeen is the son of the famed film producer Feroz Khan. Even though he has not been in the limelight for quite some time now, his performances during the early stages of his career have been impressive. He has bagged prestigious awards for those. He was spotted in a rugged Maruti Jimny some months ago. Jimny is one of the most popular lightweight off-roaders on the planet. It comes with a 1.5-litre K15B naturally aspirated petrol engine which generates a decent 103 hp and 134 Nm of peak power and torque. One can choose between either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. It comes with Suzuki’s renowned ALLGRIP PRO 4×4 configuration which aids the vehicle during any off-roading track. The Jimny ranges from Rs 12.74 lakh to Rs 14.95 lakh, ex-showroom.
John Abraham
Next up on this list of the 5 famous Indians with affordable off-roaders is John Abraham. John is one of the biggest movie stars in the country. He is often known for his action films and his incredible physique. There are even tales of his immaculate discipline to remain in shape. Even though he is known to be a bike guy, his car collection even contains an imposing Isuzu V-Cross. It is a mighty impressive and capable off-roading pickup truck which has done incredibly well in India. Under its tall hood sits a potent 1.9-litre diesel engine with VGS turbo which outputs a decent 161 hp and 360 Nm of peak power and torque. Performing the transmission duties is either a 6-speed manual or an automatic gearbox. It has a sophisticated 4×4 drivetrain. The prices range from Rs 25.52 lakh to Rs 30.96 lakh, ex-showroom.
Gul Panag
We know that Gul Panag is an avid Mahindra lover. She has held multiple Mahindra SUVs to satiate her desire for adventures and off-roading. Initially, she used to possess a Mahindra Scorpio Getaway which is generally a vehicle you would only see in the garages of hardcore thrill seekers. However, she recently upgraded to the Mahindra Scorpio N. In fact, she was spotted using a rooftop tent on her SUV. She was in the woods with her children. The Scorpio N ensures that the passengers are able to enjoy the adrenaline associated with off-roading while still being in a comfortable cabin. That is what sets the Scorpio N apart from the Scorpio Classic. It gets powerful engines and dedicated off-road equipment. The prices range from Rs 13.85 lakh to Rs 24.54 lakh, ex-showroom.
Nushrratt Bharuccha
Another huge star who owns an affordable off-roader is Nushrratt Bharuccha. She has been a part of the industry for a long time now. Over the span of her career, she has delivered some huge blockbuster movies. These have contributed to making her a Bollywood A-lister. I have reported her using opulent automobiles on multiple occasions. However, she has also been spotted in public with her Mahindra Thar. In fact, she was driving it herself. This clearly shows that she loves the SUV. Under its hood, the Thar comes with a 2.2-litre turbo-diesel and a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine producing 130 PS / 320 Nm and 150 PS / 320 Nm of maximum power and torque, respectively. There is also a 1.5-litre RWD diesel engine. Performing the transmission duties is a 6-speed manual or an automatic gearbox. It gets a 4×4 configuration to tackle the challenging terrains. prices range from Rs 11.35 lakh to Rs 17.60 lakh, ex-showroom.
Sachin Tendulkar
Let us conclude this list of famous Indians with affordable off-roaders with Sachin Tendulkar and his Toyota Fortuner. He is arguably the greatest batsman of all time. Even after he retired from international cricket almost a decade ago, his influence in society is prominent. Recently, social media was abuzz when he was spotted in Kashmir in his Toyota Fortuner. In fact, at one point in the journey, the SUV got stuck on a patch of snow. Fortuner is the most successful 7-seat off-roader in India. It comes with a 2.7-litre petrol or a 2.8-litre turbo diesel making 164 hp and 245 Nm, while the latter is good for 201 hp and 420 Nm (500 Nm with automatic transmission) of peak power and torque, respectively. It offers manual and automatic transmission options along with a sophisticated 4×4 configuration. The prices range from Rs 33.43 lakh to Rs 51.44 lakh, ex-showroom.
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