Force Motors Gurkha Facelift

After the retirement of the much-loved Maruti Gypsy, the 2021 Force Gurkha may be the only remaining contender to the Mahindra Thar. And the BS6 version of the Force Gurkha is making a reappearance. The Gurkha, last seen at the 2020 Auto Expo, promised huge things and drew the most attention with its candy orange paint scheme.  The 2021 Force Gurkha will compete with the Mahindra Thar and the Maruti Suzuki Jimny, slated to hit the Indian market in the following months. The teaser image reveals that it will feature a snorkel and working roof rails. Apart from that, we can anticipate this SUV being available in both 3 and 5 door versions, providing seating for 4 and 6 people, respectively! A new set of LED DRLs and a modified grille and front bumper, turn indicators positioned over front fenders, redesigned tail lights, freshly designed wheels, and a tailgate-mounted spare wheel are among the design modifications. The wheels are 16 inches in diameter, with 245/70 tires. The Gurkha has a boxy and basic shape, but you can compare it to the Mercedes G-class if you're creative. The Gurkha is completely devoid of luxury on the inside, with air conditioning serving as the only amenity. The front seats are comfortable. However, the middle row (on five-door models) and side-facing back seats are not. Drivers will appreciate the view out the window, and seeing the corners of the bonnet helps when positioning the Gurkha in the terrain. A 2.6-liter diesel engine with 85 horsepower powers the Xpedition and Xplorer versions of the Gurkha. It's loud, and the acceleration is slow, but the engine's low-end grunt is useful on an off-road route. When you look at the numbers, you'll notice that the Mahindra Thar is more powerful. The Gurkha Xtreme promises better refinement and performance thanks to its Mercedes-based 140hp, 2.2-liter diesel engine. All Gurkhas feel heavy and sluggish in town, though the ride is pleasant, albeit by off-roader standards.  Off-road, the Gurkhas are at their finest. Low range, adjustable rear and front differentials, and even a factory-installed snorkel make the Force Gurkha a capable off-road vehicle. The Gurkha is lavishly treated on the inside. Depending on your preference, you can have a dual-tone dashboard or an all-black dashboard. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are now available on the touchscreen infotainment system. Aside from that, the 3-spoke steering wheel and numerous other interior amenities make it a must-have! A snorkel (which provides for increased water-wading capability), new LED headlamps with LED DRLs, a large roof carrier, bulky wheel armor, and blacked-out ORVMs will all be available on the New Gurkha.

Force Motors is preparing to launch Gurkha in a 5-door body styling alongside the updated version of the existing 3-door SUV. The 5-door model has been in the works for a long time and test mules of the same have also been spied several times. Another teaser has also appeared online, revealing its refreshed interior and new features. Let’s know more! 2024 Force Gurkha: What's New? Based on the teaser, the dashboard of the 5-door Gurkha looks quite similar to the current model. However, the touchscreen infotainment system seems to be larger than the current 7.0-inch unit. Another feature highlight is the fully digital TFT instrument panel, replacing the old analogue unit. Another change is for the centre console area where the traditional 4x4 selector has been replaced with a knob, freeing up a lot of space. Safety will also be boosted for the 2024 Gurkha. It will come equipped with multiple airbags, traction control, a new Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), speed-sensing door locks, and rear parking sensors. Powertrain Options The upcoming Gurkha 5-door will retain the current 2.6-litre 4-cylinder diesel engine, paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox. This unit can produce a maximum power of 91 bhp with 250 Nm of peak torque. Besides, the engine will come with a 4x4 wheel drive system. Launch and Rivals Force Motors is likely to launch the Gurkha 5-door very soon in the Indian market with an expected price of Rs 12.74 lakh (ex-showroom). Mahindra Thar 5-door and Maruti Suzuki Jimny will be its rivals. Also Read: Toyota Fortuner Mild Hybrid Diesel Revealed  

Force Motors has been working on the 5-door Gurkha for a long time. Slated to launch soon in India, the model has already been spotted testing several times on roads. Recently, a video emerged online that showed a Gurkha 5-door test mule with a 7-seat layout. 2024 Force Gurkha: 7-Seat Layout Features Based on the video, the 5-door Gurkha has two individual chairs in the first row while the second row gets a bench for three occupants, and the third row consists of two front-facing individual seats. In addition, the 7-seat layout version is likely to get 18-inch alloy wheels which flaunts a different design compared to the outgoing version. Chances are that the SUV will get a larger touchscreen infotainment system. It is also said that the 2024 Gurkha might get a 9-seater version in the future. Powertrain Options Talking about the powertrain, it will come equipped with a 2.6-inch diesel unit that can produce the maximum power of 95 bhp and 250 Nm of torque. The transmission option will include a 5-speed manual mated with a 4x4 powertrain system. Launch, Price, and Rivals The Gurkha 5-door is expected to launch in the coming weeks. Prices will be in the range of Rs 12.74 lakh to Rs 14.79 lakh (ex-showroom). Upon launch, it will rival the Mahindra Thar 5-door, Maruti Suzuki Jimny, and the upcoming Thar Armada. Also Read: New Ford MPV Design Patent Images Leaked