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Force Motors Gurkha vs Mahindra Thar vs Maruti Suzuki Jimny

In 2024, when choosing among the Force Motors Gurkha, Mahindra Thar and Maruti Suzuki Jimny, assess the models based on Price, Size, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours.

Force Motors Gurkha Price starts at Rs. 16.75 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for 3 Door (4-Seater), Mahindra Thar Price starts at Rs. 11.25 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD, Maruti Suzuki Jimny Price starts at Rs. 12.74 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Zeta MT. Gurkha: 2596 cc engine, 12 kmpl mileage. Thar: 1497 cc engine, 8 to 15.2 kmpl mileage. Jimny: 1462 cc engine, 16.39 to 16.94 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
Gurkha vs Thar vs Jimny Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Gurkha Thar Jimny
BrandForce MotorsMahindraMaruti Suzuki
Price₹ 16.75 Lakhs₹ 11.25 Lakhs₹ 12.74 Lakhs
Mileage12 kmpl8 to 15.2 kmpl16.39 to 16.94 kmpl
Engine Capacity2596 cc1497 cc1462 cc
TransmissionManual Manual, Automatic Manual, Automatic
Cylinders4-4

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Gurkha
Force Motors Gurkha
3 Door (4-Seater)
₹16.75 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Thar
Mahindra Thar
AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD
₹11.25 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Jimny
Maruti Suzuki Jimny
Zeta MT
₹12.74 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Specification
Engine Type
F M 2.6 CR CDD117 CRDeK15B
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
320 Nm @ 1400 rpm300 Nm @ 1750 rpm134 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 5 GearsManual - 6 GearsManual - 5 Gears
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
138 bhp @ 3200 rpm117 bhp @ 3500 rpm103 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Drivetrain
4WD / AWDRWD-
Turbocharger/Supercharger
TurbochargedTurbocharged-
Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2BS 6BS6 Phase 2
Engine
2596 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC1462 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Fuel Type
DieselDieselPetrol
Minimum Turning Radius
5.5 metres-5.7 metres
Rear Brake Type
DrumDrumDrum
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel-
Front Tyres
255 / 65 R18245 / 75 R16195 / 80 R15
Wheels
Steel RimsSteel RimsSteel Rims
Steering Type
Power assisted (Hydraulic)Power assisted (Hydraulic)Power assisted (Electric)
Front Brake Type
DiscDiscVentilated Disc
Front Suspension
Independent Double Wishbone with Coil SpringIndependent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar3-Link Rigid Axle Type With Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Multi-link with Pan Hard Rod & Coil SpringMultilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar3-Link Rigid Axle Type With Coil Spring
Rear Tyres
255 / 65 R18245 / 75 R16195 / 80 R15
Length
3965 mm3985 mm3985 mm
Ground Clearance
233 mm226 mm210 mm
Wheelbase
2400 mm2450 mm2590 mm
Height
2080 mm1844 mm1720 mm
Width
1865 mm1820 mm1645 mm
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows2 Rows2 Rows
Seating Capacity
4 Person4 Person4 Person
Doors
3 Doors3 Doors5 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
63.5 litres45 litres40 litres
Features
Steering Adjustment
Tilt & TelescopicTiltTilt
Parking Sensors
RearRearRear
Parking Assist
NoVisual displayReverse Camera
Keyless Start/ Button Start
No-No
Air Conditioner
Yes (Manual)Yes (Manual)Yes (Manual)
Anti-glare Mirrors
Manual - Internal OnlyManual - Internal OnlyManual - Internal Only
Heater
YesYes-
Cruise Control
NoNoNo
12V Power Outlets
Yes1-
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
YesYes-
Front AC
Single Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control-
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
NoYes-
Trip Meter
1 TripElectronic 2 Trips-
Shift Indicator
No--
Clock
NoDigitalDigital
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes-
Low Fuel Level Warning
YesYes-
Tachometer
NoAnalogueDigital
Instantaneous Consumption
NoNo-
Gear Indicator
NoYes-
Instrument Cluster
AnalogueAnalogue - Digital-
Average Speed
No--
Average Fuel Consumption
NoYes-
Distance to Empty
NoYes-
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹19,96,920₹13,33,552₹14,74,809
Ex-Showroom Price
₹16,75,000₹11,25,001₹12,74,000
RTO
₹2,25,375₹1,52,625₹1,39,400
Insurance
₹96,045₹55,426₹60,909
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0₹0
EMI
₹42,921₹28,663₹31,699
Expert Rating
Pros and Cons
Pros
Massive road presenceExtremely capable 4x4 optionEnhanced styling and updated feature list
Cons
No AT or petrol engineCabin refinement has scope for improvementFixed middle row seats in five-door version

Thar Comparison with other cars

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Mahindra Thar1497 cc to 2184 cc | Petrol|Diesel | Manual,Automatic₹11.25 - 17.6 Lakhs**Ex-showroom price
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Force Motors Gurkha [2021-2024]null | Diesel | Manual₹13.59 Lakhs**Ex-showroom price
Thar vs Gurkha [2021-2024]

Jimny Comparison with other cars

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Maruti Suzuki Jimnynull | Petrol | Manual,Automatic₹12.74 - 15.05 Lakhs**Ex-showroom price
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Force Motors Gurkha [2021-2024]null | Diesel | Manual₹13.59 Lakhs**Ex-showroom price
Jimny vs Gurkha [2021-2024]

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