Force Motors Gurkha vs Mahindra Thar Comparison

Carbike360 comprehensive Force Motors Gurkha and Mahindra Thar comparison based on price, specifications, fuel efficiency, features, and more.
Force Motors Gurkha 3 Door (4-Seater) is priced at ₹15.95 Lakh, Mahindra Thar AXT Diesel MT RWD is priced at ₹9.99 Lakh.
Force Motors Gurkha 3 Door (4-Seater) comes with 2596 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC engine, Mahindra Thar AXT Diesel MT RWD comes with 1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Single-point fuel distribution engine.

Force Motors Gurkha vs Mahindra Thar Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Force Motors Gurkha	Mahindra Thar
Engine Capacity	2596 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Single-point fuel distribution
Power	138 bhp @ 3200 rpm	130 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Transmission	Manual - 5 Gears	Manual - 6 Gears
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel

Force Motors Gurkha

₹ 15.95 Lakh

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Mahindra Thar

₹ 9.99 Lakh

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Ex-Showroom Price

15.95 Lakh

9.99 Lakh

EMI

₹29,458

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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₹18,446

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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NCAP Rating

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Colors

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Doors

3 Doors

Seating Capacity

4 Person

Frunk Storage

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Bootspace

500 litres

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No of Rows

2 Rows

Fuel Tank Capacity

63.5 litres

47 litres

Acceleration (0-100 kmph)

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14.3 seconds

Engine Type

F M 2.6 CR CD

D117 CRDe

Turbocharger / Supercharger

Turbocharged

Pure Electric Driving Mode

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Engine

2596 Cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

1497 Cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Single-point Fuel Distribution

Drivetrain

4WD

Highway Mileage

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Transmission

Manual - 5 Gears

Manual - 6 Gears

Mileage (ARAI)

12 kmpl

15.2 kmpl

Max Motor Performance

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AC Regular Charging

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Driving Range

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Fuel Type

Diesel

Range

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Max Engine Torque (Nm@rpm)

320 Nm @ 1400 Rpm

300 Nm @ 1600-2800 Rpm

Electric Motor Assist

—

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

138 Bhp @ 3200 Rpm

130 Bhp @ 3750 Rpm

Others

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City Mileage

—

Battery Charging

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Battery

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Electric Motor

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Performance on Alternate Fuel

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AC Fast Charging

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DC Fast Charging

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Emission Standard

BS6 Phase 2

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) Claimed

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14.3 seconds

Top Speed

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Max Torque (Nm@rpm)

320 Nm @ 1400 Rpm

300 Nm @ 1600-2800 Rpm

Alternate Fuel

Wheelbase

2400 mm

2450 mm

Width

1865 mm

1820 mm

Length

3965 mm

3985 mm

Ground Clearance

233 mm

226 mm

Ground Clearance (unladen)

233 mm

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Height

2080 mm

1850 mm

Kerb Weight

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Front Suspension

Independent Double Wishbone With Coil Spring

Independent Double Wishbone With Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar

Steering Type

Power Assisted (Hydraulic)

Tyre Construction

Radial - Tubeless

Front Brake Type

Disc

Rear Suspension

Multi-link With Pan Hard Rod & Coil Spring

Multilink Solid Rear Axle With Coil Spring & Stabiliser Bar

Rear Brake Type

Drum

Wheels

Alloy Wheels

Steel Rims

Front Tyres

255 / 65 R18

245 / 75 R16

Spare Wheel

Steel

Rear Tyres

255 / 65 R18

245 / 75 R16

Four Wheel Steering

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Minimum Turning Radius

5.5 metres

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Chassis Type

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Ladder Frame

Tyres

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Radial - Tubeless Tyres

Body Kit

Cladding - Black/Grey

Roof-mounted Antenna

Body-coloured Bumpers

Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Antenna

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Engine Immobiliser

Child Safety Lock

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Central Locking

Remote

Third Row Seat Type

Bench

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Headrests

Front & Rear

Interior Colours

Dark Grey

Black

Interiors

Single Tone

Rear Row Seat Adjustment

4 Way Manually Adjustable (backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down)

2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)

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)

Split Rear Seat

50:50

Rear Passenger Seat Type

Captain Seats

Bench

Folding Rear Seat

Flat

Front Passenger Seat Adjustment

6 Way Manually Adjustable (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down)

Seat Upholstery

Fabric

Vinyl

Second Row Seat Adjustment

4 Way Manually Adjustable (backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down)

2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Front Seatback Pockets

NCAP Rating

Not Tested

4 Star (Global NCAP)

Seat Belt Warning

Child Seat Anchor Points

Airbags

2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)

Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Lane Departure Warning

Overspeed Warning

1 Beep Over 80kmph, Continuous Beeps Over 120kmph

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)

Both Sides

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One Touch Up

Adjustable ORVMs

Externally Adjustable

Internally Adjustable

Rear Defogger

Interior Door Handles Finish

Unpainted

Black

Door Pockets

Scuff Plates

Metallic

Power Windows

Front Only

ORVM Colour

Body Coloured

Black

Exterior Door Handles

Black

One Touch Down

Driver

Turn Indicators on ORVMs

Optional

Rear Wiper

Bootlid Opener

Internal

Exterior Door Handles Finish

Black

Power Windows Position

Front Only

Interior Door Handles

Unpainted

Black

Smart Connectivity

Android Auto (Yes), Apple Car Play (Yes)

Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)

iPod Compatibility

Infotainment Screen Size

9 inch

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GPS Navigation System

Voice Command

Apple CarPlay

Speakers

AUX Compatibility

Integrated (in-dash) Music System

Display

Touch-screen Display

Bluetooth Compatibility

Phone & Audio Streaming

USB Compatibility

Touchscreen Size

9 inch

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AM/FM Radio

Android Auto

Head Unit Size

Not Available

Steering-mounted controls

Average Speed

Gear Indicator

Instrument Cluster

Digital

Analogue - Digital

Trip Meter

2 Trips Electronic

Distance to Empty

Clock

Digital

Door Ajar Warning

Adjustable Cluster Brightness

Instantaneous Consumption

Shift Indicator

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instrument Cluster Screen Type

Digital

Analogue - Digital

Average Fuel Consumption

Instantaneous Fuel Consumption

Tachometer

Analogue

Speedometer

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Digital & Analog

Warranty (In Kilometres)

300000

Unlimited

Battery Warranty (In Years)

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)

Warranty (In Years)

Warranty (Years)

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3 Years

Warranty (Kilometres)

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Unlimited Km

Cup Holders Position

Front Only

Cup Holders

Front Only

Driver Armrest Storage

Heater

Front AC

Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control

Parking Sensors

Rear

Cruise Control

Anti-glare Mirrors

Manual - Internal Only

Air Conditioner- Automatic/Zones

Manual

Keyless Start/ Button Start

Steering Adjustment

Tilt & Telescopic

Tilt

Air Conditioner

Yes (Manual)

12V Power Outlets

Cabin Boot Access

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Parking Assist

Visual Display

Roof-Grab Handle Front

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Fuel Fillers Lid

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Manual

Reading Lamp

Fog Lights

Halogen On Front

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Daytime Running Lights

LED

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Cabin Lamps

Front

Centre

Automatic Headlamps

Headlights

LED

Halogen

Cabin Lamps Position

Front

Centre

Cornering Headlights

Passive

Taillights

Halogen

LED

Headlight Height Adjuster

Rear Reading Lamp

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)

Limited Slip Differential (LSD)

Differential Lock

Both Axles

Electronic

Hill Hold Control

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

Hill Descent Control

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

Four-Wheel-Drive

Manual Shift - Electronic

Manual Shift - Lever

Brakes

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Disc (Front), Drum (Rear)

Thar Comparison with similar cars

Pros And Cons

Pros

Cons

Force Motors Gurkha

✓TPMS is a helpful addition
✓9 inch touchscreen infotainment with android auto/apple carplay is a plus
✓Tilt & telescopic steering helps in getting the right driving position
✓Gets highest in the segment water wading capacity of 700 mm
✓Best in class ground clearance of 233 mm helps during off-roading
✓Best in segment gradeability of 35 degree for easier uphill climb
✓Best in class departure & ramp over angle of 37 & 28 degree respectively
✓Electronic 4x4 shifter makes shifting between 4H, 4L & 2H modes easier
✓Best in class power & torque of 140 PS & 320 Nm respectively
✓5 door version gets front facing seats in the 3rd row

Mahindra Thar

✓Rugged, macho design with strong street and road presence.
✓Offers more usable features and improved everyday convenience.
✓Powerful and responsive turbo-petrol engine; refined performance.
✓Available with petrol and diesel options plus 6-speed manual or automatic gearbox.
✓Excellent off-road capability with shift-on-the-fly 4x4 and low range.
✓Advanced tech: brake-based differential locking, auto-locking rear differential, and off-road gauges.
✓Gets a large 10.25-inch touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and built-in navigation.
✓Better noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) control for a more refined drive.