contact@teamcardelight.com The brand-new Force Gurkha SUV has a starting price of Rs. 13,59,000 (ex-showroom). The SUV has a reputation for being a good off-road vehicle, and in its new form, it has additional strength. The SUV faces off against competitors like the Mahindra Thar, another genuine off-road vehicle available on the Indian market.
DIMENSIONS
The new Force Gurkha has a wheelbase of 2,400 mm, dimensions of 4,116 mm in length, 1,812 mm in width, and 2,075 mm in height. On the other side, the Mahindra Thar has dimensions of 3,985 mm in length, 1,855 mm in width, 1,920 mm in height, and a 2,450 mm wheelbase.
As a result, the new Force Gurkha SUV is higher and longer than Mahindra Thar, its main opponent. The Mahindra SUV has a somewhat larger wheelbase and is wider, though.
| FORCE GURKHA | MAHINDRA THAR | ||
| Length (mm) | 4116 | 3985 | |
| Width (mm) | 1812 | 1820 | |
| Height (mm) | 2075 | 1920 | |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2400 | 2450 | |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 205 | 219 |
EXTERIOR
Compared to the previous model, the new Force Gurkha has a revamped design that is more beautiful. The Gurkha SUV’s basic shape, nevertheless, is unaltered. It has LED headlamps in the shape of circles with built-in LED daytime running lights. A wider and reworked radiator grille as well as a substantial bumper are added to the front appearance.
The SUV’s greenhouse area has been changed, and it now has bulky black cladding and a rugged-looking roof rack. The alloy wheels have a fresh, assertive appearance. The taillights have also been updated at the back. Overall, the redesigned Force Gurkha has a more attractive appearance without losing its distinctive flair.
Whereas Mahindra thar offers Dual Tone Bumpers, Bonnet Latches, Deep Silver Finish Vertical Slats on the Front Grille,R18 Deep Silver Alloy Wheels with Thar Branding, Wheel Arch Cladding ,Moulded Side Foot Steps ,Fender Mounted Radio Antenna, Tailgate Mounted Spare Wheel etc.
INTERIOR
Gurkha and Mahindra both offer fairly simple interiors in terms of the force. Gurkha features Dark Grey Door Trims, a Floor Console with Bottle Holders, a Moulded Floor Mat, Dark Grey Seat Upholstery, and a Total Cabin Space of 3900 L. On the other hand, Thar offers All New Interiors, a Center Roof Lamp, and a Colored MID Display in Instrument Cluster. In contrast, the inside of the new Mahindra Thar is more appealing than that of both its competition and the previous Thar iteration.
FEATURES
The cabin of the 2021 Force Gurkha has also been overhauled, just as the exterior. A seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is included, as well as a semi-digital instrument cluster. Compared to the previous model, these unquestionably improve the cabin’s appearance. The new model’s cabin has many more features than the previous one, which was somewhat feature-bare. Four speakers, power windows, two USB charging ports, a TPMS, a rear parking sensor, and other features are included.
A seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone and smartwatch connectivity is included in the new Mahindra Thar. Inside the Mahindra Thar’s cockpit, you’ll find steering-mounted controls, a real-time adventure statistics display, electric ORVMs, a semi-digital instrument cluster, keyless entry, cruise control, and more
PRICE
| Force Gurkha Variants* GURKHA 13.59 LAKHS | Mahindra Thar (Diesel) Variants AX (O) Soft Top – Rs 12.99 lakh AX (O) Hard Top – Rs 13.09 lakh Gurkha – Rs 13.59 lakh LX Soft Top – Rs 13.59 lakh LX Hard Top – Rs 13.69 lakh LX AT Soft Top – Rs 14.99 lakh LX AT Hard Top – Rs 15.09 lakh |
In terms of pricing both the cars are almost priced equal in thar there are a lot of options available whereas only one model is sold in Gurkha
ENGINE
| FORCE GURKHA | MAHINDRA THAR | |
| Engine Displacement | 2596 cc | 2184 cc |
| Max Power | 89.84bhp@3200rpm | 130bhp@3750rpm |
| Max Torque | 250Nm@1400-2400rpm | 300nm@1600-2800rpm |
| Emission Norm Compliance | BS VI | BS VI |
| No Of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Gear Box | 5 Speed | 6 Speed |
Both, the Force Gurkha and the Mahindra Thar, are very capable off-roaders and present you with go-anywhere capabilities, helped by their strong powertrains. The Force Gurkha gets a 2.6-litre (OM616) diesel engine which is made to comply with the BS6 emission norms. A variation of this OM616 engine was featured on the first Gurkha, though surprisingly enough, this BS6-compliant iteration is less powerful compared to the earlier Gurkhas.
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