Gurkha or Thar 4x4

Last Updated on: 23 Oct 2026
The Force Gurkha 3 Door 2.6 Diesel MT variant is priced at ₹16.52 lakh. The 2.6 Diesel MT variant offers key features like . Explore complete specifications, and features below.
Engine Type | 4 cyls, Turbocharged |
Engine Displacement | 2596 cc |
Engine Installation | Front |
Fuel Type/ Propulsion | Diesel |
Gearbox Type | Manual |
Number of Gears | 5 |
Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox | No |
Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox | No |
Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox | No |
Drive Layout | Four Wheel Drive |
Lockable Differential/s | Yes |
Max Engine Power | 140hp at 3200rpm |
Max Engine Torque | 320Nm at 1400-2600rpm |
User Reported Mileage | 17 kmpl |
Auto Start/Stop | Yes |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63.5 litres |
0-100kph | 9.85 s |
20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown) | 5.75 s |
40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown) | 7.44 s |
Front Suspension Type | Independent, Multi-link |
Front Springs | Coil Springs |
Rear Suspension Type | Non-independent, Solid Axle |
Rear Springs | Coil Springs |
Damper Control | No |
Ride Height Adjust | No |
Type of Power Assist | Hydraulic |
Steering Adjust type | Manual |
Steering Adjust | Tilt and Telescopic |
Turning Radius | 5.5 m |
Front Brakes | Discs |
Rear Brakes | Drum |
Wheel Size | 18-inches |
Front Tyre Size | 255/65 R18 |
Rear Tyre Size | 255/65 R18 |
Wheels | Alloys |
Spare Wheel | Full-size |
Length | 3965 mm |
Width | 1865 mm |
Height | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase | 2400 mm |
Ground Clearance | 233 mm |
Chassis Type | Ladder Frame |
Boot Capacity | 500 litres |
Doors | 3 |
| Power Windows | Front |
| Power Windows with One Touch-Down | Front |
| Power Windows with One Touch-Up | |
| Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust | |
| Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold | |
| Remote Locking |
| Airbags | 2 |
| Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) | |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | |
| Brake Assist (BA) | |
| Electronic Parking Brake | |
| Traction Control |
| Body Coloured Bumpers | |
| Projector Headlamps | |
| Headlight Type | LED |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED |
| Front Fog Lamps |
| Speedometer | Digital |
| Tachometer | Digital |
| Trip Meter | |
| Average Fuel Consumption | |
| Average Speed | |
| Distance to Empty |
| Audio System | |
| CD Player | |
| USB Input | |
| AUX Input | |
| Bluetooth Audio Streaming | |
| Bluetooth Telephone Function |
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I currently own a 2025 Maruti Suzuki WagonR ZXi manual and am planning to move to my village, which is around 60 km from Vadodara. I need a 4WD vehicle, as I also want to do some off-roading. I am confused between the Force Gurkha and the Mahindra Thar 4x4. Which one would you recommend? I believe sales of the Gurkha have almost come to a standstill. Is Force Motors planning to launch an updated version of the Gurkha in the near future?
Go for the Mahindra Thar 4x4. The Thar is the better all-round choice for your needs. It is a genuinely capable off-roader, but it is also far more practical and comfortable to live with on a daily basis. The updated suspension on the Thar OG makes it more comfortable, while the move to electric power steering has also enhanced ease of use. The Thar also has a much stronger ownership ecosystem, better service reach and far greater long-term support. The Force Gurkha is a hardcore off-roader but feels cruder in just about every way. Also, the Gurkha is a niche product with limited sales, and will not get you the same aftersales support. Force Motors has not officially announced any major Gurkha update in the near future. Given your 60km commute and the need for a reliable 4x4 that can handle both village roads and off-road trails, the Thar OG strikes the right balance between capability and everyday usability.
Hi. I plan to buy a car that can perform both on-road and off-road. My current options are the Force Gurkha and the Mahindra Scorpio N. I am leaning towards the Gurkha, but I am not sure if it is the right choice. Suggestions?
The Force Gurkha is a hardcore off-roader and excels in extreme conditions, but it is a very focused tool. On the road, it feels agricultural, refinement is limited, and long-distance comfort is not its strength. So opt for this only if you are doing a lot of serious off-roading.The Mahindra Scorpio N, on the other hand, strikes a far better balance. It is comfortable, refined, spacious and easy to live with on a daily basis, while the 4x4 system and low-range gearbox make it quite capable off-road.So if your usage is predominantly off-road and you are specifically looking for a purpose-built off-roader, go with the Gurkha; if not, the Mahindra car mentioned above is the better all-rounder.












