Force Motors Gurkha [2021-2024] vs Mahindra Thar

CarWale brings you comparison of Force Motors Gurkha [2021-2024] and Mahindra Thar. The Force Motors Gurkha [2021-2024] price is Rs. 15.10 Lakh and Mahindra Thar price is Rs. 11.35 Lakh. The Force Motors Gurkha [2021-2024] is available in 2596 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel and Mahindra Thar is available in 1497 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel.

Gurkha [2021-2024] vs Thar Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Gurkha [2021-2024]	Thar
Price	Rs. 15.10 Lakh	Rs. 11.35 Lakh
Engine Capacity	2596 cc	1497 cc
Power	90 bhp	117 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel

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Force Motors Gurkha [2021-2024]

4X4 [2021-2023]

Rs. 15.10 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

Mahindra Thar

AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD

Rs. 11.35 Lakh

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Force Motors Gurkha [2021-2024]

4X4 [2021-2023]

Mahindra Thar

AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)		14.3
Engine	2596 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	F M 2.6 CR CD BS VI	D117 CRDe
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	90 bhp @ 3200 rpm	117 bhp @ 3500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	250 Nm @ 1400 rpm	300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
Drivetrain	4WD / AWD	RWD
Transmission	Manual - 5 Gears	Manual - 6 Gears
Emission Standard	BS 6	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Spring	Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension	Multi-link with Pan Hard Rod & Coil Spring	Multilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.6
Steering Type	Power assisted (Hydraulic)	Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Wheels	Steel Rims	Steel Rims
Spare Wheel	Steel	Steel
Front Tyres	245 / 70 R16	245 / 75 R16
Rear Tyres	245 / 70 R16	245 / 75 R16

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
NCAP Rating	Not Tested	4 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes (Manual)	Yes (Manual)
Front AC	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Heater
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Manual - Internal Only	Manual - Internal Only
Parking Assist		Visual display
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt
12V Power Outlets		1

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Fabric	Vinyl
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Third Row Seat Type	Bench
Interiors	Single Tone	Single Tone
Interior Colours	Dark Grey	Black
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat		50:50 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests		Front & Rear

Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Exterior

Lighting

Instrumentation

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Expert's Take

Expert Review Videos

2021 Force Gurkha SUV | The Lifestyle SUV You Have Been Waiting For? 4-Seater SUV Review | CarWale

Mahindra Thar Diesel Mileage Tested | Real World Fuel Average and Efficiency Review Video | CarWale

Colours

	Grey	Stealth Black
	Green	Red Rage
	Orange
	Red
	White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.2/5

88 Ratings

4.7/5

44 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.4Exterior	4.6Exterior
	4.3Comfort	4.5Comfort
	4.4Performance	4.7Performance
	3.9Fuel Economy	4.4Fuel Economy
	4.2Value for Money	4.5Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Ride experience

The one who loves off-road this is the best car. One of the best experience of off-road with the great comfortable. The exterior was amazing and the interior is fabulous need to improve the sound system, force service as always flexible and the servicing is in the budget.

Thar Review

1. My Buying experience is shameless. 2. One of the best Riding Experiences I ever had. 3. Look of That Is good that everyone knows. 4. Service is Good. 5. Pros: Trending, Have Respect, Comfortable, 4*4 Wheeler. Cons: Overhyped, Mileage is not good, Manual on the price we can expect semi-automatic.

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Length (mm)	4116	3985
Width (mm)	1812	1820
Height (mm)	2075	1850
Wheelbase (mm)	2400	2450

Doors (Doors)	3	3
Seating Capacity (Person)	4	4
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	500
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	63	45

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Four-Wheel-Drive	Manual Shift - Lever
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Descent Control
Differential Lock	Both Axles

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking		Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Black
Scuff Plates	Metallic
Power Windows	Front Only	Front Only
One Touch Down	Driver
Adjustable ORVMs	Externally Adjustable	Internally Adjustable
Rear Defogger
Exterior Door Handles	Black	Black
Interior Door Handles	Unpainted	Black
Bootlid Opener	Internal	Internal

Headlights	LED	Halogen
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights	Passive
Taillights	Halogen	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED	LED
Fog Lights	Halogen on front
Cabin Lamps	Front	Centre
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrument Cluster	Analogue	Analogue - Digital
Trip Meter	1 Trip	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Distance to Empty
Clock		Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Tachometer		Analogue

Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	7
Speakers	4
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
iPod Compatibility

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	300000	Unlimited