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Force Gurkha vs KIA Carens

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Force Gurkha or KIA Carens? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Gurkha and Carens. Force Gurkha Price starts at Rs.16.75 Lakh (ex-showroom) for 2.6 L Diesel Base and KIA Carens Price starts at Rs.10.52 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Premium 1.5 Petrol MT 7 Str. Force Gurkha is 4 cylinder, 2596 cc Engine can generate 138.08 bhp @ 3200 rpm power whereas KIA Carens is a 4 cylinder, 1497 cc Engine can generate 113.42 bhp @ 6300 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Gurkha provides a mileage of 12 kmpl (base model), and Carens has a mileage of 15.7 kmpl (base model).

Gurkha vs Carens

Key HighlightsForce GurkhaKIA Carens Facelift
PriceRs.16.75 LakhRs.10.52 Lakh
Engine Capacity2596 cc1497 cc
Power138.08 bhp @ 3200 rpm113.42 bhp @ 6300 rpm
Mileage/Range12N/A15.7 kmpl
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Force Gurkha 2.6 L Diesel Base car
2.6 L Diesel Base
Rs. 16.75 Lakh
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KIA Carens Facelift Premium 1.5 Petrol MT 7 Str car
Premium 1.5 Petrol MT 7 Str
Rs. 10.52 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
19.67 Lakh
Price Breakup
12.19 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
User Rating
4.3
4.3
Boot Space (Litres)
-
216 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
2596 cc
1497 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
138.08 bhp @ 3200 rpm
113.42 bhp @ 6300 rpm
Colors
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Spring
McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Multi-link with Pan Hard Rod & Coil Spring
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Disc
Wheels
Steel Rims
Steel Rims
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Front Tyre Size
255/65 R 18
195/65 R15
Rear Tyre Size
255/65 R 18
195/65 R15
Turning Radius
5.5 meters
5.25 meters
Tyre Size Spare
-
195/65 R15
Wheels Size
R18
R15

Exterior

Sunroof
Power Windows
Front Only
Front & Rear
Adjustable ORVMs
Externally Adjustable
Externally Adjustable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Wiper
Rear Defogger
Bootlid Opener
Internal
Electric Tailgate Release
Rain Sensing Wipers
Daytime Running Lights
LED
LED headlight
check
Projector headlight
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
check

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
check
check
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Fuel level guage
Digital
Analogue
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator
check
Tachometer
Digital
Speedometer
Analogue
Analogue
Odometer
-
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
check

Infotainment & Communication

Apple CarPlay
check
Android Auto
check
Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
check
check
Multifunction Display
check
check
Touchscreen Size
7 Inch
-
Bluetooth Compatibility
check
Integrated Music System
check
Speakers
4
AM/FM Radio
check
check
USB Compatibility
check
check
Wireless Charger
-
Basic Warranty
-
3 Years or Unlimited KMS

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
2596 cc
1497 cc
Engine Type
FM2.6 CR CD
Smartstream G 1.5
No. of Cylinders
4
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
DOHC
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
5 Gears
6 Gears
Power
138.08 bhp @ 3200 rpm
113.42 bhp @ 6300 rpm
Torque
320 Nm @ 1400-2600 rpm
144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Fast Charging
-
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
12 kmpl
16 kmpl
Top Speed
140 kmph
120 kmph
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2

Comfort & Convenience

AC
check
check
Rear AC Vents
-
Blower& Vents on Roof & Common Fan Speed Control
Automatic climate control
Heater
check
check
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
-
Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
Power Steering
check
check
Adjustable steering
check
check
Multifunction Steering Wheel
check
check
Leather streering wheels
Drive Modes
-
3
Keyless Entry
Electronic Parking Brake
-
Parking Assist

Safety

NCAP Rating
Not Tested
3 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags
2
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
check
check
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
check
check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
check
check
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
check
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
check
ASR / Traction Control
check
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
check
check
Lane Departure Warning
check
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
check
Seat Belt Warning
check
check
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
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Dimensions & Capacity

Length
3965 mm
4540 mm
Width
1865 mm
1800 mm
Height
2270 mm
1708 mm
Wheelbase
2400 mm
2780 mm
Ground Clearance
233 mm
195 mm
No. of Seats
3+D
7
No. of Doors
3
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
63.5 Litres
45 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
2.6 Litres
4.8 Litres
Boot Space
-
216 Litres
Kerb Weight
2800 kg
1535 kg
Body Type
SUV
MUV

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Interior has gained some modern touches over the previous iteration
  • Solid mechanicals that give it a go anywhere attribute.
  • Very capable off the road
  • It offers 3 engine options to suit various needs
  • The Carens offers a premium cabin feel with 6 & 7 seater option
  • It comes with features like a ventilated seat, 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment, an electric sunroof, wireless charging, automatic climate control and others
  • The safety kit includes 6 airbags, all-4 disc brakes, ESP, ABS, VSM, and others
  • The space inside the cabin is sufficient to carry big families
  • The six-seater variant comes with second-row captain seats for enhanced comfort
  • The ride quality of the Carens is impressive, despite being a long vehicle it gives normal car-like road manners
  • The one-touch topple-down second-row seats give easy access to the third-row
  • Availability of automatic transmission in all three powertrain options
Cons
  • Expensive for what it offers.
  • Ride could have been more comfortable
  • Lack of power from compared to the rivals is a sore point.
  • The pricing of the top-spec variant is too high
  • Six-seater configuration is available in the top-spec variants only
  • The third row feels a little crammed mostly suitable for kids
  • The positioning of the air purifier eats up the kneeroom of the second-row passenger behind the driver
  • The reliability of the DCT gearbox is a question
  • It misses on some features such as a 360-degree camera, panoramic sunroof, and some others
  • The diesel engine does not offer a proper manual gearbox, it comes with an iMT unit
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Detailed Comparison of Force Gurkha and KIA Carens Facelift

Safety

Gurkha comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Lane Departure Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning. Carens has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Engine Immobiliser, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning.

Transmission

Force Gurkha comes with 4WD / AWD and 5 Gears Manual transmission. And Carens comes with FWD and 6 Gears Manual transmission.

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Force Gurkha and KIA Carens Facelift Owner Reviews

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  • Carens Review
    • A
      Anonymous
      7 Month ago
      Review for Force Gurkha
      5.0
      I recently embarked on a thrilling journey with the Jimny 5-Door, and I am nothing short of amazed by this incredible vehicle. Having covered over 2000 kilometers, I can confidently declare it the best car Ihave ever driven.jimny is a marvel of engineering and a testament to Suzuki's dedication to crafting exceptional vehicles. It seamlessly combines style, performance, comfort, and safety, making it the best car for both everyday use and thrilling adventures. After 2000+ kilometers, I can confidently say that this car has exceeded all my expectations. If you're in the market for a versatile, reliable, and fun-to-drive vehicle, look no further than the Jimny 5-Door. It's not just a car; it's an experience!
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      Anonymous
      7 Month ago
      Review for Force Gurkha
      4.0
      It was a great car but it has one problem that It has mileage has down. Safety features are good.
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      Swadesh Tomar
      10 Month ago
      Review for Force Gurkha
      5.0
      Good vehicle, very comfortable for long route journey with family. Very spacious.
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      Kumarshashi
      2 Year ago
      Review for Force Gurkha
      4.2
      The reason to buy still remains singular - you need an uncompromising off-road capable SUV.
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      Praveen Singh
      2 Year ago
      Review for Force Gurkha
      4.4
      It comes with a very comfortable interior and the overall looks of this vehicle are great as well. I would totally recommend it who wants to buy this car!
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