Best Cars For Waterlogged Roads In India!

Monsoons in 2022 have really stretched out! Usually, the rainy season is restricted to the high altitude and coastal areas, but this year, it has really poured across the country. We’ve seen waterlogged roads throughout Delhi, Mumbai, and especially Bangalore, and there’s only one thing car people can think about – water wading! So today, let’s take a look at the best cars for waterlogged roads in India!

1. Toyota Fortuner
   

   The most popular and most desirable SUV in India, the Fortuner is a great car for roads filled with water. With a water-wading capacity of 700mm, the Fortuner can sail through waterlogged roads. Yes, this Rs. 50 Lakh SUV may lack some luxury and high-tech features, but it is one of the most rugged cars on this list of best cars for waterlogged roads.

   

2. Toyota Hilux
   

   Well, you’ll say that the Fortuner and the Hilux are identical. They get the same engine, gearbox, 4×4 system, and very similar interiors. Yes, the water wading capacity is also the same. However, the Hilux can carry a ton of load along with 5 other people. It literally has a load capacity of 1 tonne and a water wading capacity of 700mm. So if you want to move houses and drive through floods, the Hilux will be your go-to car. Also, it helps that the Hilux is around Rs. 10 Lakhs cheaper than the Fortuner.

   

3. Mahindra Thar
   

   How can the Thar not be on this list of best cars for waterlogged roads? It is one of the most capable off-road vehicles across segments. With a water wading capacity of 650mm, Mahindra claims that it is the best SUV for flooded roads!

   

4. Force Gurkha
   

   A direct competitor to the Thar, the Gurkha is also a good SUV for tricky roads. It is the only one on this list of best cars for waterlogged roads that gets a proper functional snorkel! While the water wading capacity is a little lower at 550mm, the strong 4×4 system and the agile nature of this SUV help it make a mark on this list.

   

5. Isuzu D-Max V-Cross
   

   One of the most popular pickup trucks in India is the Isuzu D-Max. It is a definite head turner and was the king of the roads until the Hilux came into the picture. However, Isuzu still has a massive fan following and people are still buying this truck in good numbers. The water wading capacity on this one is the lowest on this list of best cars for waterlogged roads. At 500mm, the Isuzu isn’t as capable as some other SUVs here, but it still is a very good choice for unconventional roads.

   

6. Mahindra Scorpio N
   

   The newly launched Scorpio N has made a solid mark in the segment. It is officially the only car in its price range that offers a proper 4×4 setup and still remains luxurious enough. At 500mm, the water wading capacity of the Scorpio N is more than enough to help you drive through those flooded roads and river crossings.

   

7. Land Rover Discovery Sport 
   

   A list of the best cars for waterlogged roads is incomplete without a Land Rover. The Discovery Sport is the cheaper alternative to the more capable Discovery. It has a water wading capacity of 600mm, while the elder sibling had a capacity of 900mm! While 600mm may not seem out of the world, what helps here is the slew of electronics and sensors that the Land Rover has. The car will do most of the work for you while you sail away through those lakes and ponds!

   

Which of these best cars for waterlogged roads will you choose? Let us know in the comments below!