
Last Updated on: 25 Feb 2026
Force Gurkha 3 Door
The three-door Force Gurkha is an off-roader SUV that rivals the Mahindra Thar and Maruti Suzuki Jimny. Force Gurkha price is Rs 15.95 lakh (ex-showroom). The Gurkha is a rugged off-roader and lifestyle SUV sold by Force, and is in its second generation.
The Force Gurkha 3 door is available in a single fully loaded 1 variant, which is powered a diesel engine mated with a manual gearbox. The Gurkha diesel engine produces 140hp and 320Nm and is available with a four wheel drive (4WD) setup.
The Force Gurkha mileage has not been revealed by the manufacturer.
Key Highlights of Force Gurkha
- The Force Gurkha 3-door price in India is Rs 15.95 lakh (ex-showroom).
- Gurkha 5-door is also on sale in India, but costs more than the 3-door model.
- The Gurkha is available with a 4-cylinder diesel engine.
- Force Gurkha 3-door dimensions are 3,965mm length, 1,865mm width, 2,080mm height, and 2,400mm wheelbase.
- Gurkha features include a 9-inch infotainment touchscreen, semi-digital instrument cluster, shift-on-the-fly 4x4 system, tyres pressure monitor, rear parking camera, tilt and telescopic steering adjustment, LED headlights and power windows.
- The Force Gurkha ground clearance is 233mm and it has a water wading depth of 700mm thanks to its factory-fitted snorkel.
Force Gurkha Interior and Exterior
The Force Gurkha interior is hard wearing and has lots of plastic finish. It gets useful features like a 9-inch infotainment touchscreen, wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, semi-digital instrument cluster, rear parking sensors, tyre pressure monitor, rear camera, and tilt and telescopic steering adjustment.
The Gurkha’s exterior exudes sheer road presence with a design that is reminiscent of the older Mercedes G-Class. It has an upright stance and design highlights include LED headlamps with the segmented DRL signatures, Gurkha lettering on the grille and dual-tone 18-inch alloys.
Force Gurkha Safety Features
The Force Gurkha does not have a safety rating as the SUV has not been tested by Bharat NCAP or Global NCAP. The Gurkha safety features include dual airbags, three-point seatbelts for all except the middle seat in the second row, ISOFIX child seat mounts, tyre pressure monitor, front disc brakes, ABS, a rear parking camera with sensors.
Force Gurkha Rivals
The Force Gurkha rivals are the Maruti Suzuki Jimny and the 3-door Mahindra Thar.
Force Gurkha 3 Door Latest Updates
- Mar 2025: 2,900 units of Force Gurkha join the Indian Defence Forces.
- Jun 2024: Force Gurkha automatic under evaluation
- Jun 2024: Force Gurkha 4x2 being readied as future Thar RWD rival
- May 2024: Force Gurkha 5-door launched at Rs 18 lakh
- Apr 2024: Force Gurkha 3-door update launched
Force Gurkha 3 Door Features and specifications
Our Rating | 7 |
Engine | 2596 cc |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Transmission | Manual |
Seats | 4 |
Body Style | SUV |
Doors | 3 |
Max Power | 140hp at 3200rpm |
Max Torque | 320Nm at 1400-2600rpm |
Warranty Distance | 150000 km |
Warranty Duration | 3 Years |
| Fuel Type/ Propulsion | Diesel |
| Engine Installation | Front |
| Engine Displacement | 2596 cc |
| Engine Type | 4 cyls, Turbocharged |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63.5 litres |
| Auto Start/Stop | Yes |
| Front Brakes | Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Drum |
| Type of Power Assist | Hydraulic |
| Steering Adjust | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Length | 3965 mm |
| Width | 1865 mm |
| Height | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2400 mm |
| Power Windows | Front |
| Power Windows with One Touch-Down | Front |
| Power Windows with One Touch-Up | |
| Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust |
| Airbags | 2 |
| Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) | |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | |
| Brake Assist (BA) |
| Body Coloured Bumpers | |
| Projector Headlamps | |
| Headlight Type | LED |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED |
| Speedometer | Digital |
| Tachometer | Digital |
| Trip Meter | |
| Average Fuel Consumption |
| Audio System | |
| CD Player | |
| USB Input | |
| AUX Input |
Force Gurkha 3 Door price & variants
The 2026 Force Gurkha 3-door price is Rs 15.95 lakh (ex-showroom). Force sells the Gurkha in a single variant. The Force Gurkha 3-door on road price starts from Rs 18.90 lakh based on city to city.
- Force Gurkha 3-door is only available in 1 variant which costs Rs 15.95 lakh (ex-showroom).
- The Gurkha is powered by a 2.6-litre 4-cylinder diesel engine developing 140hp and 320Nm. This engine is paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox.
- Gurkha gets 4x4 system as standard with shift-on-the-fly feature to switch between 4H,4L and 2H drive modes.
Force Gurkha 3 Door expert review
We like
Road presence
Off-road ability
We don't like
Utilitarian ergonomics
Cabin fit and finish
Exterior Design And Engineering
8.0
Interior Space And Comfort
6.0
Performance And Refinement
5.0
Mileage / Range And Efficiency
6.0
Ride Comfort And Handling
6.0
Features And Safety
4.0
Value For Money
5.0
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Force Gurkha 3 Door Images
Check out the 2026 Force Gurkha images in our gallery, which highlights the 4x4 SUV’s exterior styling, interior, and features.
Force Gurkha 3 Door Colours
The Gurkha 3 door colours span 4 options, namely . Force Gurkha interior is available in a grey plastic finish though with dual-tone fabric seat upholstery.
Force Gurkha 3 Door FAQs
The Force Gurkha is aimed at off-road enthusiasts and comes with proper 4WD gear, so it is not considered an affordable SUV.
The Gurkha comes with a 2.6-litre diesel engine derived from Mercedes.
No, the Force Gurkha is not available with an automatic gearbox.
No, the Force Gurkha is not available with a petrol engine.
The Force Gurkha 3-door mileage is as per ARAI testing.
The Force Gurkha develops up to 140hp and 320Nm.
The Gurkha 3-door has approach, departure and ramp-over angles of 39 degrees, 37 degrees, and 28 degrees, respectively, and a water wading depth of 700mm.
The Force Gurkha ground clearance is about 233mm.
The Force Gurkha 3-door price is Rs 15.95 lakh (ex-showroom).































