Lifestyle pickup trucks in India are a small segment, but if you're in the market for a pickup truck, this is your option.
Although pickup trucks are not as popular in India as compared to the US and the Middle East, they have a strong market in the commercial sector. But for those considering a personal pickup truck, the Isuzu V-Cross has long been the choice along with the Tata Xenon.
Since the Zenon was discontinued for personal use, Isuzu was the only option until the Hilux arrived. And now, a new pickup truck is about to go on sale. Here are the top 3 pickup trucks to consider in India:
Isuzu V Cross
The V Cross became the best seller in its segment as it had no competitors as it was the most affordable product in India. The owner has used his V-Cross for a variety of purposes, from trips to the mall, to serious off-roading, to “pick-up” such as hauling luggage or using it on the farm.
The Isuzu V-Cross is powered by a 1.9-litre four-cylinder turbo diesel engine producing 161bhp and 360Nm of torque, mated to a manual or automatic torque converter gearbox. The V-Cross is available with two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, making it ideal for a variety of applications.
toyota hilux
The Toyota Hilux is sold all over the world and needs no introduction as it is very sturdy for a pickup. The Hilux was launched in India in 2022, after which sales were suspended for a short period before sales resumed again, after which issues arose due to the type of registration it could obtain (private or yellow).
That aside, the Toyota Hilux is powered by a 2.8-litre four-cylinder diesel engine that develops 201bhp and 500Nm of torque, mated to a manual or torque converter automatic gearbox. Unlike the V-Cross, the Hilux comes standard with 4X4 capability.
Mahindra Scorpio X
Mahindra Getaway is back, this time based on the new Scorpio N. Mahindra has already trademarked the name and it is expected to be launched this year. The concept form of the pickup is called “Pik Up” and was unveiled in South Africa last year.
Powering the Scorpio X is Mahindra's 172bhp output 2.2-litre diesel engine, mated to manual and automatic gearboxes. However, it is unclear whether the four-wheel drive system will be offered as standard or as an option like on the Isuzu V-Cross.
