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Mahindra Thar vs Force Gurkha

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Mahindra Thar or Force Gurkha? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Thar and Gurkha. Mahindra Thar Price starts at Rs.9.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for AXT 2.2 L mHawk Turbo Diesel D117 CRDe RWD and Force Gurkha Price starts at Rs.15.95 Lakh (ex-showroom) for BS 6.2 4 Seater MT. Mahindra Thar is N/A cylinder, 1497 cc Engine can generate 116.94 bhp @ 3500 rpm power whereas Force Gurkha is a 4 cylinder, 2596 cc Engine can generate 138.08 bhp @ 3200 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Thar provides a mileage of N/A kmpl (base model), and Gurkha has a mileage of 12 kmpl (base model).

Thar vs Gurkha

Key HighlightsMahindra TharForce Gurkha
PriceRs.9.99 LakhRs.15.95 Lakh
Engine Capacity1497 cc2596 cc
Power116.94 bhp @ 3500 rpm138.08 bhp @ 3200 rpm
Mileage/RangeN/A kmpl12 kmpl
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Mahindra Thar AXT 2.2 L mHawk Turbo Diesel D117 CRDe RWD car
AXT 2.2 L mHawk Turbo Diesel D117 CRDe RWD
Rs. 9.99 Lakh
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Force Gurkha BS 6.2 4 Seater MT car
BS 6.2 4 Seater MT
Rs. 15.95 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
11.35 Lakh
Price Breakup
18.97 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
User Rating
4.3
4.3
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1497 cc
2596 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
116.94 bhp @ 3500 rpm
138.08 bhp @ 3200 rpm
Colors
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Gurkha Images
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Exterior

Sunroof
Power Windows
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Adjustable ORVMs
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Externally Adjustable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Wiper
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Rear Defogger
Bootlid Opener
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Internal
Rain Sensing Wipers
Daytime Running Lights
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LED
LED headlight
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Projector headlight
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Independent Double Wishbone Front Suspension with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Multilink Solid Rear Axle with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Multi-link with Pan Hard Rod & Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Wheels
Steel
Alloy
Spare Wheel
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Alloy
Front Tyre Size
245/75 R16
255/65 R 18
Rear Tyre Size
245/75 R16
255/65 R 18
Turning Radius
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5.5 meters
Tyre Size Spare
245/75 R16
255/65 R18
Wheels Size
R16
R18

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
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Adjustable Cluster Brightness
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Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
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Shift Indicator
Tachometer
Digital
Speedometer
Semi-Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
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Infotainment & Communication

Apple CarPlay
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Android Auto
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Voice Command
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Infotainment Screen
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Multifunction Display
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Touchscreen Size
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7 Inch
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
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Bluetooth Compatibility
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Integrated Music System
Speakers
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4
AM/FM Radio
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USB Compatibility
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Wireless Charger
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Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/100000 kms
3 Years/150000 Kms
Extended Warranty
Upto 5 Years
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1497 cc
2596 cc
Engine Type
2.2 L mHawk Turbo Diesel with CRDe
FM2.6 CR CD
No. of Cylinders
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4
No. of valves per cylinder
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4
Cylinder Configuration
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DOHC
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
6
5
Power
116.94 bhp @ 3500 rpm
138.08 bhp @ 3200 rpm
Torque
300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
320 Nm @ 1400-2600 rpm
Fast Charging
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Drivetrain
RWD
4WD / AWD
ARAI Certified Economy
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12 kmpl
Top Speed
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140 kmph
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2

Comfort & Convenience

AC
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Rear AC Vents
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Automatic climate control
Heater
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Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
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Power Steering
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Adjustable steering
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
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Leather streering wheels
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Keyless Entry
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Parking Assist
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Parking Sensors
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Electronically Adjustable Seats
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Glove Box Cooling
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Safety

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

Length
3985 mm
3965 mm
Width
1820 mm
1865 mm
Height
1850 mm
2270 mm
Wheelbase
2450 mm
2400 mm
Ground Clearance
226 mm
233 mm
No. of Seats
4
4
No. of Doors
2
3
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 Litres
63.5 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
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2.6 Litres
Kerb Weight
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2800 kg
Body Type
SUV
SUV

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • The Thar offers 'go-anywhere' capabilities with its 4x4 hardware.
  • Comes with better safety features such as ESP, TPMS, hill-hold and descent control
  • The automatic transmission is super smooth
  • Refined petrol and diesel engine options are available
  • The customers can choose from RWD & 4X4 drivetrain
  • It offers better practicality as compared to the old Thar
  • Mahindra Thar comes with a convertible soft top
  • Interior has gained some modern touches over the previous iteration
  • Solid mechanicals that give it a go anywhere attribute.
  • Very capable off the road
Cons
  • It can’t be your regular family car
  • The ride quality is not good, it always remain unsettled specially at higher speeds
  • It offers 2 doors and 4 seats option, accessing the rear seat is bit of an effort
  • The petrol engine is not efficient
  • It lacks premium and some important features such as rear camera, auto dimming IRVM, no rear wiper
  • It boasts a premium price tag
  • No room for luggage on the back
  • Expensive for what it offers.
  • Ride could have been more comfortable
  • Lack of power from compared to the rivals is a sore point.
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Detailed Comparison of Mahindra Thar and Force Gurkha

Safety

Thar comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ASR / Traction Control, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Reverse Camera, Central Locking, Child Safety Lock, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror. Gurkha has 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.

Body

Thar has doors and seats. It is an with boot space, 45 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 226 mm. It is 1820 mm wide, 1850 mm high and 3985 mm long. It has kerb weight and 2450 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Gurkha is an with doors and seats ,63.5 Litres fuel tank capacity, 233 mm ground clearance.It has 2270 mm height, 3965 mm length, 1865 mm width, and 2800 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Mahindra Thar comes with RWD and 6 Manual transmission. And Gurkha comes with 4WD / AWD and 5 Manual transmission.

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Mahindra Thar and Force Gurkha Owner Reviews

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      Sachin
      14 Oct 2025
      5.0
      Nice car with a great overall experience. Good quality music system, excellent performance in rough conditions, impressive mileage, and strong engine performance. Nice alloy wheels, good-quality stereo, and comfortable front seating.
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      Arunjeet Dhillon
      09 Oct 2025
      4.8
      This vehicle is good for both city and highway driving. It is comfortable and safe, with solid build quality. A nice family car I enjoy riding it a lot.
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      Aditya hazarika
      05 Oct 2025
      5.0
      My experience with the Mahindra Thar has been really good. It is rugged, powerful, and perfect for both city driving and off-road adventures. However, the rear seat comfort and boot space are limited.
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      Ashwani Sharma
      05 Oct 2025
      5.0
      The car is worth buying for me because of its comfort and design. I was surprised by the excellent performance of the three-door Thar. Even the base model has excellent performance.
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      Gopal bharwad
      1 Month ago
      4.5
      The Mahindra Thar 700 Special Edition is a great car—perfect for off-roading and requires very low maintenance.
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