Force Gurkha Sees Price Hike in May 2026, Now Costlier by Up to Rs 35,646

Force Motors has increased the prices of its Gurkha SUV in May 2026. The price hike affects both the 3-Door and 5-Door models, making the off-roader costlier by up to Rs 35,646. The Gurkha competes with the Mahindra Thar and Maruti Suzuki Jimny in India's lifestyle off-roader segment. The Thar remains the segment leader, offered in both 3-Door and 5-Door (Thar Roxx) versions.

Key Highlights

• Force Gurkha price increased by up to Rs 35,646 in May 2026
• 3-Door now costs Rs 16.31 lakh and 5-Door costs Rs 17.63 lakh ex showroom
• Both models feature standard equipment and Mercedes derived 2.6L turbo diesel engine

New Prices and Model Details

The Force Gurkha 3-Door now carries a price tag of Rs 16.31 lakh (ex-showroom). The 5-Door model is priced at Rs 17.63 lakh (ex-showroom). The 3-Door version is now more expensive by Rs 35,552, while the 5-Door version sees a hike of Rs 35,646. Both models do not have further variants, so all features come as standard equipment.

The Gurkha 3-Door offers a standard four-seater layout with two front doors and a tailgate. The 5-Door version includes four doors and a rear tailgate. Both models feature a Mercedes G-Class inspired design, circular LED headlights with daytime running lights, cornering lights, and 18-inch alloy wheels with all-terrain tyres. A functional snorkel allows water wading up to 700 mm.

Features and Specifications

Inside, the Force Gurkha is equipped with a 9-inch infotainment screen that supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. It also has a 7-inch fully digital instrument cluster, dual front airbags, tyre pressure monitoring, manual air conditioning, rear AC vents with a dedicated blower, and captain seats. The SUV includes a shift-on-the-fly 4X4 system with locking front and rear differentials.

The Gurkha 5-Door measures 4,390 mm in length, 1,865 mm in width, and 2,095 mm in height. Its wheelbase is 2,825 mm. The SUV rides on 255/65-R18 tyres and offers a ground clearance of 233 mm. The approach angle is 39 degrees, rampover angle is 28 degrees, and departure angle is 37 degrees.

Both Gurkha models use a 2.6-litre Mercedes-derived FM 2.6 CR ED Turbo Diesel engine. This engine produces 138 bhp of peak power and 320 Nm of peak torque. A 5-speed manual gearbox is the only transmission option available.