Force Gurkha 5 Door vs Mahindra Thar ROXX
Should you buy Force Gurkha 5 Door or Mahindra Thar ROXX? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Force Gurkha 5 Door price starts at Rs 18 Lakh ex-showroom for Diesel (Diesel) and Mahindra Thar ROXX price starts Rs 12.99 Lakh ex-showroom for MX1 RWD (Petrol). Gurkha 5 Door has 2596 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Thar ROXX has 2184 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Gurkha 5 Door has a mileage of 9.5 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the Thar ROXX has a mileage of 15.2 kmpl (Diesel top model).
Gurkha 5 Door Vs Thar ROXX
| Key Highlights | Force Gurkha 5 Door | Mahindra Thar ROXX |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.21,41,635* | Rs.27,42,904* |
| Mileage (city) | 9.5 kmpl | - |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine(cc) | 2596 | 2184 |
| Transmission | Manual | Automatic |
Force Gurkha 5 Door vs Mahindra Thar ROXX comparison
- VS
- Mahindra Thar ROXX
- MX1 RWD Diesel (Diesel) 13.99 Lakh*
- MX3 RWD Diesel (Diesel) 15.99 Lakh*
- AX3L RWD Diesel (Diesel) 16.99 Lakh*
- MX5 RWD Diesel (Diesel) 16.99 Lakh*
- MX3 RWD Diesel AT (Diesel) 17.49 Lakh*
- MX5 RWD Diesel AT (Diesel) 18.49 Lakh*
- AX5L RWD Diesel AT (Diesel) 18.99 Lakh*
- MX5 4WD Diesel (Diesel) 19.09 Lakh*
- AX7L RWD Diesel (Diesel) 19.49 Lakh*
- AX7L RWD Diesel AT (Diesel) 20.99 Lakh*
- AX5L 4WD Diesel AT (Diesel) 21.09 Lakh*
- AX7L 4WD Diesel (Diesel) 21.59 Lakh*
- AX7L 4WD Diesel AT (Diesel) 23.09 Lakh*
- MX1 RWD (Petrol) 12.99 Lakh*
- MX3 RWD AT (Petrol) 14.99 Lakh*
- Top SellingMX5 RWD (Petrol) 16.49 Lakh*
- MX5 RWD AT (Petrol) 17.99 Lakh*
- AX7L RWD AT (Petrol) 20.49 Lakh*
Rs23.09 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.21,41,635* | Rs.27,42,904* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.40,767/month | Rs.53,652/month |
| Insurance | Rs.98,635 | Rs.93,799 |
| User Rating | Based on 12 Reviews | Based on 403 Reviews |
| Brochure | Brochure not available |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | FM 2.6 CR CD | 2.2L mHawk |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 2596 | 2184 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.✕ | 138.08bhp@3200rpm | 172bhp@3500rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Mileage City (kmpl) | 9.5 | - |
| Mileage Highway (kmpl) | 12 | - |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | - | 15.2 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | Double wishbone suspension | Double wishbone suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | Multi-link suspension | Multi-link suspension |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Hydraulic | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4390 | 4428 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 1865 | 1870 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 2095 | 1923 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads.✕ | 233 | - |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.✕ | - | Yes |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles.✕ | - | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | - | Yes |
| Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Red White Black Green Gurkha 5 Door Colours | Everest White Stealth Black Nebula Blue Battleship Gray Deep Forest +2 MoreThar ROXX Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | - |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | - | Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | - | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | - | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| E-Call & I-Call | - | Yes |
| SOS Button | - | Yes |
| Remote AC On/Off | - | Yes |
| Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop | - | Yes |
Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | Yes | - |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | - | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Force Gurkha 5 Door
- Capable and dependable off-road SUV
- Comfortable over bad roads
- Impressive road presence
Mahindra Thar ROXX
- Unmistakable road presence - stands tall over all other family SUVs.
- Premium interiors - leatherette upholstery and soft touch dashboard and door pads.
- Very sensible and rich feature package including ventilated seats, panoramic sunroof, dual displays and ADAS level 2.
- Refined and powerful engine options. The SUV will not feel underpowered - no matter the situation.
- Lots of variant and powertrain options including a lot of city specific RWD options.
- Very well equipped base variant with 6 airbags, LED lights, touchscreen, rear AC vents, four-speaker sound system, height adjustable driver’s seat and remote locking and unlocking.
- Boot space is better than most compact SUVs.
Force Gurkha 5 Door
- Poor cabin quality and ergonomics
- 2nd row seats are not comfortable
- Highway overtakes will take time
Mahindra Thar ROXX
- Ride comfort is still a problem. It tosses you side to side on bad roads.
- Efficiency is low, even in the RWD variants. Expect under 10 kmpl with petrol and under 12 kmpl with diesel automatics.
- White interiors - especially the fabric roof gets dirty easily and won't be easy to clean. The leatherette seats are easier to manage.
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Q ) Which car is cheaper between Force Gurkha 5 Door and Mahindra Thar ROXX?
A ) Force Gurkha 5 Door price starts at ₹ 18 Lakh & Mahindra Thar ROXX price starts at ₹ 12.99 Lakh in New Delhi. Mahindra Thar ROXX is cheaper between these two cars.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi