Keeping in mind all the terrains available in India, customers can expect more hardcore offroaders to arrive in the near future. For now, Force Motors India has introduced the long-awaited 2021 Gurkha with some major updates. Of course, there is no direct comparison between the all-new Mahindra Thar and this new SUV but when it comes to offroad capability, both of them are perfect in every aspect. Call yourself an adventurer? Check out the updated Force Gurkha that is about to launch on 27th September.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- 2021 Force Gurkha has finally made its global debut.
- Launch in India for the same is slated on 27th Sept.
- Powered by a 91HP, 2.6-litre four-cylinder diesel unit.
2021 Force Gurkha
Exterior & Design
It was showcased earlier at the Auto Expo 2020 and to be precise, the overall silhouette remains exactly the same. Some minor upgrades in the form of a revised grille, large windshield (side and rear) and bumpers can be witnessed with bare eyes. Interestingly, few brand new badges including a ‘4X4X4’ help in enhancing the overall stance.
According to the brand, the 2021 Gurkha comes with a 700mm water wading capacity with a factory-fitted snorkel that helps it. A new set of LED headlight also gets a thumbs up when it comes to visibility at night.
Interior & Safety
The most prominent change on the inside is the second row. Mind you, it now comes with captain chairs that face towards the front and offers a decent amount of legroom. Even the entire dashboard feels fresh with new AC vents and a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto just like the Thar.
The steering wheel on the new Gurkha can also be adjusted for both reach and rake.
On the safety front, it comes equipped with features such as dual airbags, ABS, tyre pressure monitoring system and rear parking sensors among others.
Powertrain
Under the hood, the updated SUV continues to feature a potent 2.6-litre four-cylinder diesel engine in its BS6 avatar. The overall output from this motor is rated at 91HP and 250Nm of peak torque with a four-wheel drive system available as standard. According to the company, the ride quality of the 2021 Force Gurkha has improved a lot.
Alternatives
In India, it doesn’t face any direct rivalry but in terms of capability, the all-new SUV competes against the likes of Mahindra Thar. Want to learn more about it? Check out all the details down below.
Mahindra Thar
Mahindra launched the 2021 Thar last year and without a doubt, it is one of the most affordable hardcore offroaders in India. The current-gen version of it comes powered by a 2.2-litre four-cylinder diesel and a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol engine. In terms of features, it gets MID display, full touchscreen infotainment system, G-force meter and several roof options.
Specifications
| Mahindra Thar | |
| Engine | 2.2-litre four-cylinder diesel
2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol |
| Power | 130HP
150HP |
| Torque | 300Nm
300Nm |
| Key Highlights |
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| Price (ex-showroom, Delhi) | Rs.12.78 Lakhs to Rs.15.08 Lakhs |