In the Indian market, traditional jeeps are very rare. However, over the years, the country has given birth to several modern-day jeep cars

During World War II, different nations used unique vehicles to transport soldiers, ordinance, and goods and to attack enemies. However, one vehicle, in particular, earned massive limelight because of its role. It was none other than Willys–Overland Motors/Willys’ jeep; an open-top vehicle that was heavily used by soldiers to travel from one place to another, and those jeeps could conquer every terrain.

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In India, the traditional jeep (open-top styled) made little sense and therefore, companies always launched jeeps that are similar to SUVs but without the luxuries. While some of those jeeps are still sold in the market, the other few said goodbye to the Indian auto industry and disappeared from the streets.

Maruti Suzuki Gypsy

The Gypsy is one of the best jeeps India has ever produced. No more accessible to civilians, the Gypsy has been used by the Indian defence forces for decades. The Gypsy used in the forces is available in different variants such as hard-top, soft-top, open-top coupled with doors and, at times, without doors depending on the task.

Force Gurkha

The Gurkha from Force has always been a top contender in the jeep category of vehicles. However, compared to traditional jeeps or the Gypsy, the Gurkha has always featured a hard-top. Not to forget, over the years, the Gurkha has been updated with luxuries such as AC, digital instrument cluster and more. In short, it has lost its rugged jeep essence but still is a respectable vehicle.

Mahindra Thar

Mahindra Thar requires no introduction because it was launched in 2010 as a jeep with 4x4 capability. Over the years, given the demands of the customers, the Thar has turned itself into an SUV from a jeep. However, in our book of thoughts, it is still a jeep that comes fitted with several luxury elements. As of now, the Thar is available in two trims with hard-top and soft-top convertible options. Not to forget, one can purchase an array of accessories with the Thar.

Landi jeeps 

Last but not the least, if a person truly wants to possess an authentic jeep, that individual must visit the Indian states of Punjab and Haryana, where open-top jeeps (landi jeeps as addressed by the people of those regions) are immensely popular. Many garages change normal SUVs and turn them into landi jeeps.