Hyundai Boulder Concept Offroader Points At A Potential Thar Rival For India

Hyundai has revealed the Boulder concept, hinting at a rugged offroader for India. With a ladder-frame base and boxy design, it could rival the Thar Roxx in a growing segment.

By : Somnath Chatterjee | Updated at : 02 Apr 2026 10:10 AM (IST)

Hyundai Boulder Concept Offroader Points At A Potential Thar Rival For India Hyundai Boulder Concept Offroader Points At A Potential Thar Rival For India

Boulder will be the start of a new line of Hyundai cars and will be bringing a new set of buyers for the brand.

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Hyundai has said that it is developing an offroader for India amongst other new cars while this new Boulder concept shows that direction. The Boulder concept is for the US market and showcases a new wave of trucks and offroaders. For Hyundai, it is important to be present in this segment and the Boulder is also underpinned by a ladder frame platform which promises more toughness plus better offroad ability.

Hyundai Boulder Concept Offroader Points At A Potential Thar Rival For India

The Boulder also looks rugged and stands tall with an offroader stance. The Boulder could show what the offroader from Hyundai will look for India. While no details have been spilled yet regarding the car in India, we can expect 4wd and the same boxy looks which is unlike any other Hyundai in India.

Hyundai Boulder: A New Direction For Hyundai Offroaders

The Boulder will be the start of a new line of Hyundai cars and will be bringing a new set of buyers for the brand. The interiors also are having proper buttons with enough physical buttons- something which is helpful during offroading.

Hyundai Boulder Concept Offroader Points At A Potential Thar Rival For India

This new design direction could be seen for the India spec offroader.

Hyundai Boulder: India Plans And Segment Competition

We expect the offroader to be a Thar Roxx rival although as earlier said, details are scarce.

Hyundai Boulder Concept Offroader Points At A Potential Thar Rival For India

The demand for boxy off-road oriented cars have increased and that's why Hyundai also wants to enter this segment while more choices will only mean good news for the Indian car buyer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hyundai Boulder concept?

The Boulder is a concept vehicle for the US market, showcasing Hyundai's new direction for trucks and offroaders. It features a rugged design and a ladder frame platform for enhanced toughness and offroad capability.

Will the Hyundai Boulder concept come to India?

While the Boulder is for the US market, its design direction and ladder frame platform could influence Hyundai's upcoming offroader for India. Details for the Indian version are still scarce.

What kind of features might an Indian offroader from Hyundai have?

Based on the Boulder concept, we can expect 4WD and boxy looks. The interior might also feature physical buttons, which are practical for offroading.

What segment will Hyundai's Indian offroader compete in?

Hyundai's upcoming offroader for India is expected to rival vehicles like the Thar Roxx. The brand aims to enter this growing segment of off-road oriented cars.

About the author Somnath Chatterjee

Somnath Chatterjee has been working as an automobile journalist for the better part of a decade and is still in love with four wheels. Prefers being behind the wheel of a new car rather than a keyboard. He contributes expert Auto articles and guides for ABP Live English.