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<p><a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/force-gurkha-launched-in-india-at-rs-1675-lakh-116998/">Force Motors launched the updated&nbsp;Gurkha</a> 3-door SUV at Rs 16.75 lakh (ex-showroom) in early May 2024. Alongside, it also introduces a&nbsp;5-door version with extra seats, additional features, and a more powerful engine,&nbsp;all of which&nbsp;command&nbsp;an ex-showroom price of Rs 18 lakh. While the <a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/force-gurkha-5-door-bookings-commence-ahead-of-india-launch-in-may-116962/">bookings for the Gurkha</a> twins began in late April 2024, Force has just begun their deliveries across India.</p>

<p>At the front, the Force Gurkha 5-door looks identical to its updated 3-door counterpart, with both versions getting&nbsp;a&nbsp;two-slat grille with Gurkha lettering, round LED headlamps,&nbsp;fog lights with cornering function,&nbsp;fender-mounted turn indicators, and a snorkel. When viewed from the side,&nbsp;the 5-door SUV features a&nbsp;425mm longer wheelbase to make room for an additional third row of captain seats. Additionally, the SUVs get&nbsp;blacked-out door handles, chunky wheel arches, and 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/force-gurkha-4x2-variant-likely-to-launch-in-india-soon-new-mahindra-thar-rwd-rival-117378/">Force Gurkha 4X2 Variant Likely to Launch in India Soon, New Mahindra Thar RWD Rival</a></p>

<p>At the rear too, the&nbsp;Gurkha 3-door and 5-door appear the same with&nbsp;vertically stacked LED taillamps,&nbsp;a tailgate-mounted spare wheel,&nbsp;and a roof rack.&nbsp;Both versions can be had in four exterior colours&nbsp;– Red, Green, White, and Black.</p>

<p><img alt="Front view of the 2024 Force Gurkha 3-Door and 5-Door. Force Gurkha 3-Door is red in color and Force Gurkha 5-Door is green." src="/uploads/2024/05/2024-Force-Gurkha.jpg" style="width: 1280px; height: 720px;" /></p>

<h2>Force Gurkha: Engine</h2>

<p>Under the hood, the updated&nbsp;Force Gurkha gets a&nbsp;2.6-litre four-cylinder diesel engine sourced from&nbsp;Mercedes-Benz. The engine makes&nbsp;138bhp of maximum power&nbsp;(up by 48bhp) and&nbsp;320Nm of peak torque. While there&nbsp;is a new&nbsp;shift-on-the-fly 4WD system, the SUV&nbsp;retains its front and rear manual diff lock levers.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Force Gurkha: Features</h2>

<p><img alt="Force Gurkha 3 door interior view" src="/uploads/2024/04/Force-Gurkha-5-door-interior.jpg" style="width: 1280px; height: 720px;" /></p>

<p>Features-wise, the Gurkha has a 9.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity, along with&nbsp;a 7.0-inch digital driver's display. You also get&nbsp;powered OVRMs (outside rearview mirrors),&nbsp;tilt and telescopic adjustable steering,&nbsp;an auto start-stop system, and&nbsp;overhead AC vents for second and third rows.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For safety, <a href="https://www.autox.com/new-cars/force-motors/">Force</a> offers&nbsp;a&nbsp;tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS),&nbsp;dual airbags, traction control, hill-hold assist,&nbsp;three-point seatbelts for all, an anti-lock braking system (ABS), and&nbsp;electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD).&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/mahindra-thar-vs-new-force-gurkha-spec-comparison-which-one-should-you-buy-117024/">Mahindra Thar vs New Force Gurkha Spec Comparison: Which One Should You Buy?</a></p>

<p>In terms of market competition, the Force Gurkha 5-door goes against the upcoming <a href="https://www.autox.com/new-cars/mahindra/five-door-thar/">Mahindra Thar 5-door</a> (Armada), whereas the 3-door SUV continues to rival the <a href="https://www.autox.com/new-cars/mahindra/thar/">Mahindra Thar</a> (3-door).&nbsp;</p>


Force Gurkha 5-Door, 3-Door Deliveries Commence in India, Prices Start at Rs 16.75 lakh

The Force Gurkha twins get a more powerful Mercedes-Benz-sourced 2.6-litre four-cylinder diesel engine, which makes 138bhp (up by 48bhp) and 320Nm of peak torque.

<p>The <b>2024 Force Gurkha 5 Door</b> represents a significant evolution in the Gurkha line-up. It offers enhanced practicality and versatility for urban drivers as well as off-road adventures. The design stays true to its rugged roots, with a boxy silhouette, bold lines, and a robust stance. The extended wheelbase and five-door configuration improve accessibility and passenger comfort. This makes it a more family-friendly option while maintaining its adventurous spirit.</p>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%">Inside, the <b>2024 Force Gurkha 5 Door</b> features a spacious cabin designed for comfort and durability. The interior has modern amenities such as a touchscreen infotainment system, climate control, and supportive seating. High-quality materials are used throughout, ensuring a comfortable ride even on rough terrains. The increased cabin space allows for better legroom and cargo capacity, making it suitable for long journeys and expeditions. Watch the video above for the complete review of the car including comfort and overall driving experience </span></span></p>


2024 Force Gurkha 5 Door First Drive Review | Practical 7 Seater Off Roader SUV for India? | autoX

The 2024 Force Gurkha 5 Door is a robust and versatile SUV designed for adventure and practicality. Building on the rugged legacy of its predecessors, this model features an extended wheelbase to accommodate five doors.  here is the first drive review of the car to help with the decision-making

<p>Force Motors has launched the much-awaited Gurkha SUV&nbsp;in India. The SUV comes in two different body styles: 3-door&nbsp;and 5-door. The former is available at Rs 16.75 lakh, whereas the latter sets you back by&nbsp;Rs 18 lakh. Both prices are ex-showroom. As expected, the&nbsp;Gurkha 5-door commands a premium of Rs 1 lakh+ over its 3-door sibling.&nbsp;The bookings for both versions are open for a token amount of&nbsp;Rs 25,000, while the deliveries for the same will commence in the coming days.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In terms of design, the brand-new Force Gurkha 5-door closely resembles its updated 3-door counterpart. Both models get a new grille with&nbsp;Gurkha lettering, circular LED headlamps with daytime running lights (DRLs),&nbsp;fender-mounted turn indicators, fog lights&nbsp;with cornering function,&nbsp;and a snorkel. Along the sides,&nbsp;the 5-door&nbsp;retains the boxy silhouette and body lines of the Gurkha 3-door but has a 425mm longer wheelbase and&nbsp;two additional rear doors. Besides, there are blacked-out door handles, chunky wheel arches, 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, as well as vertically stacked LED taillamps, a tailgate-mounted spare wheel, and a roof rack at the rear.&nbsp;Both versions can be had in four exterior colours&nbsp;– Red, Green, White, and Black.</p>

<p><img alt="Force Gurkha 5-Door and 3-Door SUV " src="/uploads/2024/04/Force-Gurkha1.jpg" style="width: 1280px; height: 720px;" /></p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/force-gurkha-5-door-bookings-commence-ahead-of-india-launch-in-may-116962/">Force Gurkha 5-door Bookings Commence Ahead of India Launch in May</a></p>

<h2>Force Gurkha: Dimensions</h2>

<p>Coming to its dimensions, the&nbsp;Gurkha 5-door is 4,390mm in length and&nbsp;2,095mm (without a roof carrier) in height, making it 425mm longer and 15mm taller than the 3-door model. Moreover, it has a longer wheelbase&nbsp;(2,825mm versus the 3-door's 2,400mm). However, all&nbsp;other dimensions, including the width, remain the same as&nbsp;the 3-door.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Force Gurkha: Features</h2>

<p><img alt="Force Gurkha 5 door interior " src="/uploads/2024/04/Force-Gurkha-5-door-interior.jpg" style="width: 1280px; height: 720px;" /></p>

<p>Features-wise, the Gurkha packs in&nbsp;a 9.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity, along with&nbsp;a 7.0-inch digital driver's display. You also get&nbsp;powered OVRMs (outside rearview mirrors),&nbsp;tilt and telescopic adjustable steering,&nbsp;an auto start-stop system, and a&nbsp;shift-on-the-fly four-wheel-drive selector.</p>

<p>The Force Gurkha prioritises the safety of the passengers with&nbsp;a&nbsp;tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS),&nbsp;dual airbags, traction control, hill-hold assist,&nbsp;three-point seatbelts for all, an anti-lock braking system (ABS), and&nbsp;electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD).&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Force Gurkha: Engine, Performance</h2>

<p>Under the hood, the Gurkha gets a&nbsp;more powerful&nbsp;diesel engine sourced from&nbsp;Mercedes-Benz. A&nbsp;&nbsp;2.6-litre four-cylinder diesel unit now makes 138bhp of maximum power&nbsp;(up by 48bhp) and&nbsp;320Nm of peak torque. Power is sent to all four wheels through a&nbsp;5-speed manual transmission.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/mahindra-thar-5-door-to-be-unveiled-on-august-15-in-india-heres-what-to-expect-116620/">Mahindra Thar 5-Door to be Unveiled on August 15 in India: Here's What to Expect</a></p>

<h2>Force Gurkha: Rivals</h2>

<p>In terms of market competition, the new <a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/mahindra-thar-rivaling-force-gurkha-5-door-to-launch-this-year-5-things-to-expect-116663/">Force Gurkha 5-door goes against the&nbsp;upcoming Mahindra&nbsp;Thar 5-door</a> (Armada), whereas the four-seat&nbsp;Gurkha continues to rival&nbsp;the Mahindra Thar (3-door).&nbsp;</p>


Force Gurkha 5-Door and 3-Door Launched in India; Price Starts from Rs 16.75 lakh

The Force Gurkha 3-Door is available at Rs 16.75 lakh, whereas the 5-Door version is priced at Rs 18 lakh. Both prices are ex-showroom.

<p>Force Motors India has officially unveiled the 2024 Force Gurkha 4x4.&nbsp;It is essentially a longer-wheelbase version of the 3-door Gurkha with extra seats for more passengers. Along with several&nbsp;added&nbsp;creature comforts and an updated&nbsp;engine, the model&nbsp;receives significant exterior and interior changes.&nbsp;The manufacturer has also revamped&nbsp;the three-door variant of the SUV. The bookings for the all-new model&nbsp;are now open for a token amount of Rs&nbsp;25,000. As for the launch, expect the Gurkha 5-door to arrive on our market by the first week of May. The 5-door will likely&nbsp;go on sale&nbsp;with prices starting at Rs 16 lakh (ex-showroom).&nbsp;Four colour options will be&nbsp;available for customers to choose&nbsp;from: Green, Red, White, and Black.</p>

<h2>Force Gurkha 5-door: Dimensions</h2>

<p><img alt="Force Gurkha 5 Door Rear and Side View" src="/uploads/2024/04/Force-Gurkha-5-door-rear-quarter.jpg" style="width: 1280px; height: 720px;" /></p>

<p>The Gurkha 5-door is 425mm longer and 15mm taller than the 3-door variant in terms of dimensions, measuring 4,390mm in length and 2,095mm in height (without roof carrier). In addition, its wheelbase is longer (2,825mm compared to 2,400mm for the 3-door). However, the width and all other measurements stay the same as the 3-door.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/force-gurkha-5-door-suv-unveiled-along-with-updated-3-door-counterpart-gets-138bhp-diesel-engine-116948/">Force Gurkha 5-Door SUV Unveiled Along with Updated 3-Door Counterpart, Gets 138bhp Diesel Engine</a></p>

<h2>Force Gurkha 5-door: Styling Cues</h2>

<p>The new Force Gurkha 5-door and its revised 3-door version have a nearly identical design. Both variants include a dual-slat grille with Gurkha lettering up&nbsp;front, circular LED headlamps with daytime running lights (DRLs), cornering fog lights, turn indicators positioned on the fenders, and a snorkel. The Gurkha 3-door's boxy shape and body lines appear to be retained by the 5-door model&nbsp;when viewed from the side, however, the latter&nbsp;has two more rear doors. In addition, the Gurkha has 18-inch alloy wheels with diamond cuts, massive&nbsp;wheel arches, and blacked-out door handles. The rear end&nbsp;features a roof rack, a spare wheel mounted on the tailgate, a tow hook, and vertically stacked LED taillamps.</p>

<h2>Force Gurkha 5-door: Powertrain</h2>

<p>Mechanically, Force has used the same 2.6-litre turbo diesel engine&nbsp;sourced from Mercedes-Benz, but it has been enhanced to produce 138bhp of maximum power&nbsp;and 320Nm of torque. This mill&nbsp;is coupled&nbsp;to&nbsp;a five-speed manual gearbox. Power is distributed to all four wheels via a low-range transfer case. Moreover, mechanical locking differentials on the front and rear wheels improve off-road performance.</p>

<h2>Force Gurkha 5-door: Interior Layout</h2>

<p><img alt="Force Gurkha 5 Door Interior" height="720" src="/uploads/2024/04/Force-Gurkha-5-door-interior.jpg" width="1280" /></p>

<p>The Gurkha 5-door's dashboard arrangement is mostly unchanged from the previous 3-door model. The additional row of seats and the redesigned upholstery&nbsp;are the only prominent&nbsp;changes to the cabin. The second row of the five-door Gurkha has bench seats, and the third row has captain seats. Later on, Force is probably going to offer the elongated Gurkha with a different seating arrangement.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/force-gurkha-5-door-interior-teased-ahead-of-india-launch-shows-big-infotainment-and-second-row-bench-seat-116845/">Force Gurkha 5-door Interior Teased Ahead of India Launch, Shows Big Infotainment and Second-row Bench Seat</a></p>

<h2>Force Gurkha 5-door: Feature Suite</h2>

<p>Features-wise, the model has&nbsp;four power windows,&nbsp;a 7.0-inch digital driver's display,&nbsp;a manual air conditioner with rear vents positioned on the roof, and a nine-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Other comforts&nbsp;come in the form of&nbsp;a second-row bench seat (5-door),&nbsp;an electronically controlled shift-on-the-fly four-wheel-drive selector,&nbsp;tilt and telescopic adjustable steering,&nbsp;an auto start-stop system, and powered OVRMs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>To ensure passenger safety, the SUV includes a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), traction control,&nbsp;rear parking sensors, hill-hold assist, dual airbags, three-point seatbelts for all passengers, anti-lock braking (ABS), and electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD).</p>


Force Gurkha 5-door Bookings Commence Ahead of India Launch in May

The Force Gurkha 5-door is 425mm longer and 15mm taller than the 3-door variant in terms of dimensions, measuring 4,390mm in length and 2,095mm in height (without roof carrier).

<p>The Force Gurkha has finally returned&nbsp;to&nbsp;Indian shores after a hiatus of over a year. Now available in two body styles, 3-door and 5-door, the Force Gurkha is equipped with a more powerful&nbsp;diesel engine that adheres to the stricter BS6 Phase&nbsp;II emission norms. Though it uses the same Mercedes-Benz-sourced&nbsp;2.6-litre four-cylinder diesel unit as before, the SUV&nbsp;develops 138bhp of maximum power, which is an increase of 48bhp over the outgoing version. Besides, the torque figure now stands at 320Nm. For transmission, it gets a&nbsp;5-speed manual unit as standard.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In terms of design, the new Force Gurkha 5-door looks quite identical to its updated 3-door counterpart. At the front, both versions feature a&nbsp;two-slat grille with Gurkha lettering, round LED headlamps with daytime running lights (DRLs),&nbsp;fog lights with cornering function,&nbsp;fender-mounted turn indicators, and a snorkel. When viewed from the side, the 5-door seems to retain the boxy silhouette and body lines of the Gurkha 3-door but has a 425mm longer wheelbase and&nbsp;two additional rear doors. Furthermore, the Gurkha&nbsp;gets blacked-out door handles, chunky wheel arches, and 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/force-gurkha-5-door-interior-teased-ahead-of-india-launch-shows-big-infotainment-and-second-row-bench-seat-116845/">Force Gurkha 5-door Interior Teased Ahead of India Launch, Shows Big Infotainment and Second-row Bench Seat</a></p>

<p>At the rear, the Gurkha sports vertically stacked LED&nbsp;taillamps,&nbsp;a tailgate-mounted spare wheel, and a roof rack. Both versions can be had in four exterior colours&nbsp;– Red, Green, White, and Black.</p>

<p><img alt="Force Gurkha 5 Door " src="/uploads/2024/04/Force-Gurkha-5-door-RES-.jpg" style="width: 1280px; height: 720px;" /></p>

<h2>Force Gurkha 5-door, 3-door: Dimensions</h2>

<p>In terms of dimensions, the&nbsp;Gurkha 5-door measures 4,390mm in length and&nbsp;2,095mm (without roof carrier) in height, making it 425mm longer and 15mm taller than the 3-door model. Also, it features a longer wheelbase&nbsp;(2,825mm versus the 3-door's 2,400mm). All other dimensions, including the width, however, remain the same as&nbsp;the 3-door.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Force Gurkha 5-door, 3-door: Features</h2>

<p>The dashboard of the Force Gurkha now features&nbsp;a 9.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity, along with&nbsp;a 7.0-inch digital driver's display. The SUV also gets&nbsp;tilt and telescopic adjustable steering,&nbsp;powered OVRMs, a second-row bench seat&nbsp;(5-door), an auto start-stop system, and an electronically controlled shift-on-the-fly four-wheel-drive selector.</p>

<p><img alt="Gurkha 5 Door Interior" src="/uploads/2024/04/Gurkha-5-door-iNTERIOR.jpg" style="width: 1280px; height: 720px;" /></p>

<p>Safety-wise, the SUV gets a&nbsp;tyre pressure monitoring system,&nbsp;traction control, hill-hold assist, dual airbags,&nbsp;three-point seatbelts for all, an anti-lock braking system (ABS), and&nbsp;electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD).&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/mahindra-thar-rivaling-force-gurkha-5-door-to-launch-this-year-5-things-to-expect-116663/">Mahindra Thar Rivaling Force Gurkha 5-door to Launch This Year: 5 Things to Expect</a></p>

<h2>Force Gurkha 5-door, 3-door: Availability, Market Competition</h2>

<p>The price announcement of the Force Gurkha is scheduled to take place in early May 2024, which will be soon followed by customer deliveries. Interested customers can make their reservations at a token amount of Rs 25,000.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Though <a href="https://www.autox.com/new-cars/force-motors/">Force Motors</a> offers no details on its pricing, we expect the&nbsp;Gurkha 5-door to command a premium of Rs 1 lakh+ over its 3-door sibling.&nbsp;In terms of market competition, the new Force Gurkha 5-door&nbsp;will take on the upcoming Mahindra&nbsp;Thar 5-door (Armada) and act as a&nbsp;bigger <a href="https://www.autox.com/reviews/car-reviews/maruti-suzuki-jimny-vs-hyundai-venue-n-line-vs-kia-seltos-vs-volkswagen-taigun-best-drivers-suv-in-rs-20-lakh-114699/">alternative to the Maruti Suzuki Jimny</a>. Meanwhile, the four-seat&nbsp;Gurkha will continue its rivalry with the Mahindra Thar (3-door).&nbsp;</p>


Force Gurkha 5-Door SUV Unveiled Along with Updated 3-Door Counterpart, Gets 138bhp Diesel Engine

The Force Gurkha, now available in both 3-door and 5-door guises, is equipped with a more powerful diesel engine that adheres to the stricter BS6 Phase II emission norms.

<p>Following a teaser a few days ago, the Force Gurkha 5-door is back to offer us a first glimpse into its interior. The dashboard layout looks quite familiar,&nbsp;albeit with a big infotainment touchscreen. We expect the&nbsp;display to be larger than the one currently available. The teaser also reveals a new digital instrument cluster, providing access to information such as speed and tyre pressure. Another update is in the form of a revamped centre console, ditching the&nbsp;traditional 4x4 selector in favour of a knob and therefore offering more space.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A second-row bench seat along with two individual chairs for the rear occupants can also be seen, indicating that the upcoming Force Gurkha 5-door will be available in different seating configurations, whereas the 3-door Gurkha will continue with a four-seater arrangement. For off-roading, the 5-door SUV&nbsp;will be equipped with&nbsp;an electronically controlled shift-on-the-fly four-wheel-drive selector enabling you to&nbsp;shift from two-wheel-drive to four-wheel-drive&nbsp;with the turn&nbsp;of a knob. This is mounted on the centre console.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>Force Gurkha 5-door:&nbsp;Safety Equipment</h2>

<p>Safety-wise, there seems to be a new tyre pressure monitoring system&nbsp;integrated into a TFT meter. Other than that, we expect the&nbsp;Gurkha 5-door to come with traction control, parking sensors, speed-sensing door locks, hill assist, and multiple airbags.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Force Gurkha 5-door:&nbsp;Powertrain&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Under the hood, the <a href="https://www.autox.com/new-cars/force-motors/">Force</a>&nbsp;Gurkha 5-door will likely&nbsp;feature the same&nbsp;Mercedes-sourced 2.6-litre diesel engine as the Gurkha 3-door. This&nbsp;engine comes mated to a&nbsp;5-speed manual transmission. Like the Gurkha&nbsp;3-door, the&nbsp;5-door lifestyle SUV will likely receive&nbsp;a snorkel for deeper water wading.</p>

<h2>Force Gurkha 5-door: Availability, Price</h2>

<p>Though the&nbsp;company offers no details on its pricing, we expect the&nbsp;Gurkha 5-door to command a premium of over Rs 1 lakh. For reference, the price of the Gurkha 3-door starts at&nbsp;Rs 14.75 lakh (ex-showroom). Upon arrival, the new Force Gurkha 5-door&nbsp;will rival the upcoming Mahindra&nbsp;Thar 5-door and act as a&nbsp;bigger alternative to the Maruti Suzuki Jimny.</p>

<p>Speaking of the competition, the&nbsp;Mahindra Thar 5-door, which has been undergoing testing for nearly two years now, will be <a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/mahindra-thar-5-door-to-be-unveiled-on-august-15-in-india-heres-what-to-expect-116620/">unveiled on August 15, 2024</a>. Upon arrival, the upcoming Mahindra Thar 5-door could use the 'Thar Armada' moniker. Its prices will&nbsp;be revealed a few weeks after its unveiling.</p>

<p>Mechanical specifications for the 5-door Thar are expected to remain unchanged, meaning that the three-door model's 2.0-litre turbo-petrol and 2.2-litre diesel engine options will be carried over.&nbsp;The latter develops 130bhp&nbsp;and 300Nm of peak torque, whereas&nbsp;the former churns out 150bhp and 320Nm of torque.&nbsp;</p>


Force Gurkha 5-door Interior Teased Ahead of India Launch, Shows Big Infotainment and Second-row Bench Seat

While the exact launch date is yet to be announced, Force Motors is expected to bring the new 5-door Gurkha alongside the updated 3-door version later this month.

<p>The 2023 Force Citiline MUV (multi-utility vehicle) has been launched in India. It is an&nbsp;updated version of the existing Trax, which is available in Toofan and Cruiser iterations. In its updated avatar, the Citiline gets all&nbsp;front-facing seats. Interestingly,&nbsp;it is the country's first&nbsp;MUV to offer 10 forward-facing seats configured in a 2-3-2-3 layout. In comparison to the 13-seater Cruiser, it does not get side-facing jump seats in the third row.&nbsp;The 2023 Citiline is said to have been designed to make long-haul trips&nbsp;with family or friends completely hassle-free. It comes in a single variant at a price tag of Rs 15.93 lakh (ex-showroom).</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/maruti-suzuki-jimny-vs-force-gurkha-specs-features-price-and-more-112319/">Maruti Suzuki Jimny vs Force Gurkha: Specs, Features, Price, and More</a></p>

<h2>2023 Force Citiline MUV: Exterior</h2>

<p>Style-wise, the 2023 Citiline vehicle seems to have a boxy appearance with sharp edges, something similar to the Trax Cruiser. It gets a new front fascia with a revised front grille, traditional front light with halogen bulbs, and body-coloured panels, along with black-finished OVRMs and door handles. Plus, it has a large bonnet coupled with a single washer.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>2023 Force Citiline MUV: Dimensions</h2>

<p>The 2023 Force Citiline measures 5,120mm in length, 1,818mm in width, and 2,027mm in height. It has a wheelbase of 3,050mm and a ground clearance of 191mm.</p>

<h2>2023 Force Citiline MUV: Interior, Features</h2>

<p><img alt="2023 CITILINE 10 SEATER" height="720" src="/uploads/2023/04/2023-CITILINE-10-SEATER.jpg" width="1280" /></p>

<p>Inside, the Citiline offers 10 front-facing seats set up in a 2+3+2+3 layout. In the second row, the MUV comes with 60:40 bucket seats for passengers' easy entry and exit.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the feature front, the vehicle gets four power windows, power steering, multiple USB charging ports, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, separate air conditioning for front and rear occupants, new charcoal grey console, bottle holders, and more.</p>

<h2>2023 Force Citiline MUV: Engine, Suspension</h2>

<p>Coming to the powertrain, the 2023 Force Citiline uses an FM 2.6 CR turbo diesel engine, which is sourced from Mercedes-Benz. Mated to a 5-speed gearbox, the engine is good enough for 91bhp of power and 250Nm of peak torque between 1,400rpm&nbsp;and 2,400rpm.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As for the suspension, the 2023 MUV comes with&nbsp;front-independent double wishbone suspension with torsion bar front springs and rear parabolic leaf springs.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.autox.com/reviews/car-reviews/new-force-gurkha-review-first-drive-110186/">New Force Gurkha Review: First Drive</a></p>

<p>Force Motors, the Indian car manufacturer based in Pune,<a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/force-urbania-launched-prices-starting-at-rs-2899-lakh-111870/"> launched the Urbania van in 2022</a>, with&nbsp;prices beginning at ₹28.99 lakh (ex-showroom, India). In order to expand its offerings, it is also expected to launch the 5-door version of the Gurkha offroader.</p>


2023 Force Citiline 10-Seater MUV Launched at Rs 15.93 Lakh; Check Details Here

The 2023 Force Citiline is an updated version of the existing Trax, which is available in Toofan and Cruiser iterations. It is the country's first MUV to offer 10 forward-facing seats.

<p><strong>The Mahindra Thar’s arch-rival, the Force Gurkha sees a price increase. The raw material cost, logistic charges and overall input cost has gone up, hence the off-roader has seen a price revision.</strong></p>

<p>Launched in September 2021, the Force Gurkha has seen its first price hike. The off-roader is dearer by Rs 51,000 which brings its cost up to Rs 14.10 lakh &nbsp;(ex-showroom). Other than this upward revision in price, the Force Gurkha is absolutely unchanged. The mechanicals is the same as before, and so is the features list.</p>

<p>The 2.6-litre turbo-diesel engine churning out 90bhp and 250Nm is still the same. The gearbox is a five-speed unit and there is no option of an automatic transmission. This gives its direct rival, the Mahindra Thar an upper edge as the Thar is available with an auto box, as well as, a petrol motor.</p>

<p><img alt="2021 Force Gurkha Rear Quarter" height="720" src="/uploads/2021/10/2021-Force-Gurkha-Rear-Quarter.jpg" width="1280" /></p>

<p>The features on offer are very basic. The Gurkha gets a seven-inch infotainment system that features Apple Carplay and Android Auto. The SUV seats four, which includes captain’s chairs at the back with individual armrests.</p>

<p>The current Gurkha on sale is a three-door and the brand has been spotted testing the five-door version of the same. The five-door Gurkha is likely to pack more convenience features compared to the outgoing Gurkha.</p>

<p>Expect an elongated wheelbase and a change in the seating layout. The interiors of the long-wheelbase Gurkha are likely to be the same as the outgoing model. The launch of the new five-door Gurkha is expected by mid-2022; but wait, the five-door Mahindra Thar is coming soon as well, most likely by early 2023.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong></p>

<p><a href="https://www.autox.com/reviews/car-reviews/new-force-gurkha-review-first-drive-110186/">New Force Gurkha Review: First Drive</a></p>

<p><a href="https://www.autox.com/videos/force-gurkha-review-is-it-the-best-off-roader-you-can-buy-autox-110138/">Force Gurkha Review: Is it the best off-roader you can buy? | autoX</a></p>

<p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ptm8LgaFC_k</p>


Force Gurkha gets pricier by Rs 51,000

The Mahindra Thar’s arch-rival, the Force Gurkha sees a price increase. The raw material cost, logistic charges and overall input cost has gone up, hence the off-roader has seen a price revision.

<p><em><strong>The second-generation Gurkha is Force Motors’ attempt to emulate the appeal of the vehicle that inspired the Gurkha – the G-Wagen. But, given its off-road bias, is the Gurkha an SUV that you can drive daily?</strong></em></p>

<p>I don’t think that there is a better role model than the G-Wagen for a new <a href="https://www.autox.com/suv-cars-in-india/" target="_blank">SUV</a>. So, it seems that the Force Gurkha is already off to a good start, considering its intentions of emulating the G. But a product doesn’t exist in isolation, it exists amidst competition and, this brings us to the tremendous response that the Mahindra Thar has received, something that folks at Force Motors couldn’t ignore. And perhaps that’s why the folks at Force were egged on to tap into the ever-growing lifestyle vehicle space in the Indian market.</p>

<p><strong>Shades of G&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>The influence of the G runs deep in the Gurkha – there are significant design touches that emulate the G’s iconic design language. So, if you’re a G-Wagen fan, the bonnet resting on boxy fenders, with round headlamps, and the indicators mounted on the bonnet edge will instantly catch your eye. In profile, the Gurkha’s design looks quite balanced, with its 2,400mm wheelbase and short front and rear overhangs. The large fixed rear windows, which transmit a lot of light into the cabin, is a useful touch. Overall, the Gurkha looks purposeful.</p>

<p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ptm8LgaFC_k</p>

<p><strong>Utility First&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Now, one of the challenges that a small volume manufacturer, like Force, faces is to offer a great interior, for good interior quality and the latest features can be a very costly exercise. Keeping that in mind, you can look at the Gurkha’s interior in two ways. If you look at it charitably, you could say that the interior is a massive upgrade over the last-gen <a href="https://www.autox.com/new-cars/force-motors/gurkha-bs6/" target="_blank">Gurkha</a> and is quite functional and practical. However, if you take the cynical approach, it won’t make sense for a vehicle demanding north of ₹16 lakh (on-road) to have an interior with extremely basic quality and equipment. Now before you jump to the conclusion, let me add in the Gurkha’s defence that it does get four comfortable bucket seats, cubby holes for storage, a 7.0-inch multimedia system with Apple CarPlay, dual airbags, ABS, and LED headlamps.</p>

<p>An interesting feature of the Gurkha is a walkable passage between the rear seats, which can be used via the rear door. This means that you can simply walk into the cabin from the rear door rather than trying to be a contortionist in using the gap behind the front passenger seat. Those large rear windows also add to the overall comfortable ambience.&nbsp;</p>

<p><img alt="2021 Force Gurkha Front Seats" height="720" src="/uploads/2021/10/2021-Force-Gurkha-Front-Seats.jpg" width="1280" /></p>

<p>The seats are well designed and quite supportive, and there is ample room for four adults to comfortably fit in. Additionally, there is a large boot space behind the rear seats, which means going on long trips in the Gurkha with loads of luggage will not be an issue.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, there are two things that need to be pointed out. With its chassis design and high ground clearance, getting into the front seats of the Gurkha is a task in itself, which necessitates the use of the footstep and the A-pillar mounted grab handle. Second, let’s be honest, despite the fact that the new Gurkha’s cabin is perfectly functional and a major upgrade over that of the previous-gen model, it is still a very basic and utilitarian cabin. So, don’t expect any luxury.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Mountain Goat</strong></p>

<p>Powering the Gurkha is Force’s 2.6-litre turbocharged diesel engine, which, produces 91bhp and 250Nm of torque from just 1,400rpm. In terms of transmission, it comes with a 5-speed manual. There is also off-road gear as standard, which includes selectable four-wheel drive and front and rear differential locks. In fact, with the standard-fit snorkel, the Gurkha has a water-wading capacity of 700mm, which is quite impressive.&nbsp;</p>

<p><img alt="2021 Force Gurkha Rear Quarter" height="720" src="/uploads/2021/10/2021-Force-Gurkha-Rear-Quarter.jpg" width="1280" /></p>

<p>Interestingly, during the test, we also had an older version of the Gurkha, which we fired up to compare the difference in the NVH levels of the two generations. And believe me, the difference is huge. The engine of the new Gurkha is much better insulated, and even the in-car NVH levels are significantly better. You do feel a bit of vibration through the pedals and gear lever, but it’s nothing more than what you’d find in other ladder-frame SUVs. Of course, there is no comparison with an urban SUV, like the Creta or the <a href="https://www.autox.com/new-cars/kia/seltos/" target="_blank">Seltos</a>. &nbsp;</p>

<p>On the road, the suspension setup of the Gurkha really stands out. With its dual wishbones and multi-link rear suspension, the Gurkha remains stable and irons out bumps very effectively. Sure, you can feel the heft of its two-ton weight, but the ride quality has a surety to it. The engine, on the other hand, is excellent at lower speeds – given its low-down torque, you can put the Gurkha into 2nd or 3rd gear and cruise comfortably. On the highway, the Gurkha can attain speeds of 80 – 90km/h comfortably, but beyond that, you begin to feel the limitation of its relatively low 91bhp, high weight, and brick-like aerodynamics. This means that cruising at three-digit speeds is a difficult task and will be an issue on long road trips.&nbsp;</p>

<p><img alt="2021 Force Gurkha Motion Side View" height="720" src="/uploads/2021/10/2021-Force-Gurkha-Motion-Side-View.jpg" width="1280" /></p>

<p>But off-road, the Gurkha works fantastically well. We tried it on slush and rocky paths, and with its stout off-road hardware, the Gurkha tackled everything with ease – here, the low-down torque is really useful. In fact, it wouldn’t be an overstatement to say that the Gurkha feels right at home off-road.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>For Serious Off-roaders Only!</strong>&nbsp;</p>

<p>So, I would say that despite all the refinements, more space, better materials, and improved drivability, the Gurkha is still suited for those who love to go off the beaten path. Sure, it’s a lot better to drive than the last Gurkha, but on long road trips, it certainly leaves you wanting more power to cruise at higher speeds and, also, an automatic transmission.&nbsp;</p>

<p><img alt="2021 Force Gurkha 4WD Selector" height="720" src="/uploads/2021/10/2021-Force-Gurkha-4WD-Selector.jpg" width="1280" /></p>

<p>Now, all these missing features, according to the folks at Force, could be available in the future. But for now, there is no doubt that at its price point, the Gurkha is the off-road king, with decent on-road ability. However, I think it needs more refinement and creature comforts before it can be called a lifestyle vehicle of choice.</p>

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<p><strong>Engine:</strong> 2,596cc / Inline-Four / Common Rail / Turbocharged</p>

<p><strong>Fuel:</strong> Diesel</p>

<p><strong>Transmission:</strong> 5-Speed Manual / Four-Wheel Drive</p>

<p><strong>Power:</strong> 91bhp @ 3,200rpm</p>

<p><strong>Torque:</strong> 250Nm @ 1,400 – 2,400rpm</p>

<p><strong>Price:</strong> ₹13.59 Lakh (Ex-Showroom)</p>

<p><strong>X-Factor:&nbsp;</strong><em>A phenomenal off-roader at a relatively affordable price! </em></p>

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'I don’t think that there is a better role model than the G-Wagen for a new SUV. So, it seems that the Force Gurkha is already off to a good start, considering its intentions of emulating the G' – Ishan Raghava

<p>The Force Gurkha has a cult following - and rightly so, for it's off-road skills are legendary. And with it's second-generation version, the Gurkha offers better dynamics, more feature, creature comforts and is better to drive. It's off-road skills are phenomenal, but, can you drive it everyday on your commute? Watch the video to find out.Fo</p>


Force Gurkha Review: Is it the best off-roader you can buy? | autoX

The Force Gurkha has a cult following - and rightly so, for it's off-road skills are legendary. And with it's second-generation version, the Gurkha offers better dynamics, more feature, creature comforts and is better to drive.

Force