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Force Gurkha vs Kia Sonet

Should you buy Force Gurkha or Kia Sonet? 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 price starts at Rs 16.75 Lakh ex-showroom for 2.6 Diesel (Diesel) and Kia Sonet price starts Rs 8 Lakh ex-showroom for HTE (Petrol). Gurkha has 2596 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Sonet has 1493 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Gurkha has a mileage of - (Diesel top model)> and the Sonet has a mileage of - (Diesel top model).

Gurkha Vs Sonet

Key HighlightsForce GurkhaKia Sonet
On Road PriceRs.19,94,940*Rs.18,57,255*
Fuel TypeDieselDiesel
Engine(cc)25961493
TransmissionManualAutomatic
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Force Gurkha vs Kia Sonet comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.19,94,940*
Rs.18,57,255*
Finance Available (EMI)Rs.37,982/month
Rs.35,345/month
InsuranceRs.93,815
Gurkha Insurance

Rs.60,643
Sonet Insurance

User Rating
4.3
Based on 70 Reviews
4.5
Based on 74 Reviews
Brochure
Brochure not available

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
FM 2.6L CRDi
1.5L CRDi VGT
Displacement (cc)
2596
1493
No. of Cylinders
4
4 Cylinder Cars
4
4 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
138bhp@3200rpm
114bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
320Nm@1400-2600rpm
250Nm@1500-2750rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Supply System
-
CRDi
Turbo Charger
YesYes
Transmission TypeManual
Automatic
Gearbox
5-Speed
6-Speed AT
Drive Type
4WD
FWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypeDiesel
Diesel
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)63.5
45
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
Coil Spring Suspension
MacPherson suspension
Rear Suspension
Coil Spring Suspension
Rear twist beam
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Electric
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt
Turning Radius (Metres)
5.65
-
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Disc
Tyre Size
255/65 R18
215/60 R16
Tyre Type
Radial, Tubeless
Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)
18
No
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)-
16
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)-
16

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
3965
3995
Width (mm)
1865
1790
Height (mm)
2080
1642
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
233
-
Wheel Base (mm)
2400
2500
Front Tread (mm)
1547
-
Rear Tread (mm)
1490
-
Approach Angle39°
-
Break Over Angle28°
-
Departure Angle37°
-
Seating Capacity
4
5
Boot Space (Litres)
500
385
No. of Doors
3
5

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Automatic Climate Control
-
Yes
Air Quality Control
-
Yes
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
-
Yes
Rear Reading Lamp
-
Yes
Rear Seat Headrest
YesAdjustable
Adjustable Headrest
YesYes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
-
Yes
Rear AC Vents
-
Yes
Active Noise Cancellation
-
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
-
Yes
Cruise Control
-
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
-
Yes
Foldable Rear Seat
-
60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button
-
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands
-
Yes
Paddle Shifters
-
Yes
USB Charger
Front
Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest
-
With Storage
Hands-Free Tailgate
-
No
Gear Shift Indicator
-
No
Luggage Hook And Net-
Yes
Battery Saver
-
Yes
Lane Change Indicator
Yes-
Additional FeaturesHVAC,Multi Direction AC Vents,Dual USB Socket On Dashboard,Dual USB Socket For Rear Passenger,,Variable Speed Intermittent Wiper, Independent Entry & Exit
Assist Grips,Full Size DriverSeatback Pocket,Auto Light Control,Console Lamp (bulb type),Lower Full Size Seatback Pocket (passenger),passenger Seatback Pocket-Upper & Lower (full Size),All Door Power Windows with Illumination,Rear Door Sunshade Curtain, Eco Coating, Sunglass Holder, Rear parcel shelf, Cruise Control with Manual Speed Limit Assist, Auto antiglare (ECM) rear view mirror with Kia Connect controls
Massage Seats
-
No
Memory Function Seats
-
No
One Touch Operating Power Window
-
All
Autonomous Parking
-
No
Drive Modes
-
3
Idle Start Stop SystemYesYes
Rear Window Sunblind-
Yes
Rear Windscreen Sunblind-
No
Power Windows-
Front & Rear
Drive Mode Types-
NORMAL|ECO|SPORTS
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Ventilated Seats
-
Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats
-
Front
Automatic Headlamps
-
Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
YesYes

Interior

Tachometer
YesYes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel-
No
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector-
No
Glove Box
YesYes
Cigarette Lighter-
No
Folding Table In The Rear
-
No
Dual Tone Dashboard
-
Yes
Additional FeaturesDoor Trims With Dark Grey Theme,Floor Console With Bottle Holders,Moulded Floor Mat,Seat Upholstery With Dark Grey Theme
Silver Painted Door Handles, Connected Infotainment & Cluster Design - Black High Gloss, Leatherette Wrapped Gear Knob, Leatherette wrapped Door armrest, LED Ambient Sound Lighting, All Black Interiors with Xclusive Sage Green Inserts, Leatherette wrapped D-cut steering wheel with Sonet logo, High gloss black finish AC vents garnish, Sporty Alloy Pedals, Sporty All Black Roof Lining
Digital ClusterYesYes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)-
10.25
UpholsteryFabric
Leatherette

Exterior

Available Colors
Red
White
Black
Green
Gurkha Colors
Glacier White Pearl
Sparkling Silver
Pewter Olive
Intense Red
Aurora Black Pearl
Imperial Blue
Glacier White Pearl With Aurora Black Pearl
Gravity Gray
Intense Red With Aurora Black Pearl
Sonet Colors
Body TypeSUV
All SUV Cars
SUV
All SUV Cars
Adjustable HeadlampsYes-
Headlamp Washers
-
No
Rain Sensing Wiper
-
No
Rear Window Wiper
-
Yes
Rear Window Washer
-
Yes
Rear Window Defogger
-
Yes
Wheel Covers-
No
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Tinted Glass
-
Yes
Rear Spoiler
-
Yes
Sun Roof
-
Yes
Side Stepper
-
No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
-
Yes
Integrated Antenna-
Yes
Smoke Headlamps-
No
Halogen Headlamps-
No
Roof Rails
-
Yes
LED DRLs
YesYes
LED Headlamps
YesYes
LED Taillights
-
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
-
Yes
Additional FeaturesAll-Black Bumpers,Bonnet Latches,Wheel Arch Cladding,Side Foot Steps (Moulded),Tailgate mounted Spare Wheel, Gurkha branding (Chrome Finish),4x4x4 badging (Chrome Finish)
Silver Brake Caliper, Body Color Front & Rear bumper, Side Moulding - Black, Glossy Black Delta garnish, Body colour outside door handle, High Mount Stop Lamp, Crown Jewel LED headlamps, Star Map LED DRLs, Star Map LED Connected Tail Lamps, Sporty Crystal Cut Alloy Wheels, Xclusive Piano Black Outside mirror, Kia Signature Tiger nose grille with Knurled Xclusive Black High Gloss Surround, Xclusive Sporty Aero DynamicFront & Rear Skid Plates with black high glossy accents, Black High Glossy Door garnish, Glossy Black Roof Rack, Sleek LED Fog lamps, Xclusive Black High Glossy Fog Lamp cover
Fog LightsFront
Front
Antenna-
Shark Fin
Sunroof-
Single Pane
Boot OpeningManual
Electronic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror-
No
Tyre Size
255/65 R18
215/60 R16
Tyre Type
Radial, Tubeless
Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)
18
No

Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
YesYes
Brake Assist-
Yes
Central Locking
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
YesYes
No. of Airbags2
6
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag-
Yes
Side Airbag Rear-
No
Day Night Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
-
Yes
Traction Control-
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
YesYes
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
-
Yes
Rear Camera
-
With Guidedlines
Anti Theft DeviceYesYes
Anti Pinch Power Windows
-
All Windows
Speed Alert
YesYes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
YesYes
Knee Airbags
-
No
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
YesYes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
-
No
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
-
Driver and Passenger
Blind Spot Monitor
-
Yes
Hill Descent Control
-
No
Hill Assist
-
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock-
Yes
360 View Camera
-
Yes
Curtain Airbag-
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)YesYes

ADAS

Forward Collision Warning-
Yes
Lane Departure Warning-
Yes
Lane Keep Assist-
Yes
Driver Attention Warning-
Yes
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert-
Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist-
Yes

Advance Internet

Live Location-
Yes
Remote Vehicle Status Check-
Yes
Inbuilt Assistant-
Yes
Hinglish Voice Commands-
Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic-
Yes
Send POI to Vehicle From App-
Yes
Live Weather-
Yes
E-Call & I-CallNoYes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates-
Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity-
Yes
Save Route/Place-
Yes
SOS Button-
Yes
RSA-
Yes
Over Speeding AlertYes-
Remote AC On/Off-
Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock-
Yes

Entertainment & Communication

Radio
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN AudioYesYes
Wireless Phone Charging
-
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Touchscreen
YesYes
Touchscreen Size
9
10.25
Connectivity
-
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
NoYes
Apple Car Play
NoYes
No. of Speakers
4
4
Additional FeaturesUSB cable mirroring
HD Touchscreen Navigation with Wired Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, AI Voice Recognition System, BOSE premium 7 speaker system with dynamic speed compensation, Bluetooth multi connection
Usb PortsYesYes
Tweeter-
2
Subwoofer-
1
SpeakersFront & Rear
Front & Rear

Pros & Cons

  • Pros
  • Cons

    Force Gurkha

    • Looks intimidating on the road
    • Off-road capability
    • Now offers creature comforts like touchscreen, power windows and USB chargers
    • Ride comfort over bad roads
    • Commanding driving position

    Kia Sonet

    • Looks better than before with a better lighting setup.
    • Added features, borrowed from a segment above, make it one of the most loaded SUV in its segment.
    • Most number of powertrain options in the segment, with 3 engines and 5 transmission options to choose from.
    • One of the best all rounders in the segment.

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