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Force Motors Gurkha vs Mahindra Bolero Comparison

Compare Force Motors Gurkha vs Mahindra Bolero to know which is better. Detailed cars comparison on Force Motors Gurkha vs Mahindra Bolero compare price, specs, mileage, performance, reviews and other features on car&bike.

Gurkha vs Bolero Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsGurkhaBolero
Price19.46 L8 L
Power2596 CC1493 CC
ClassSUVSUV
Mileage15 KM/L16 KM/L
Gurkha
Force Motors Gurkha
*Ex-Showroom Price
19.46 L
Bolero
Mahindra Bolero
*Ex-Showroom Price
8 L
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3 Door
Force Motors Gurkha
3 Door
19.46 L
B4
Mahindra Bolero
B4
8 L

Overview

Overall Rating
6.1
4.5
Value For Money6.007.00
Significance6.007.00
Styling6.504.00
Comfort7.004.00
Safety5.003.50
Environment6.00-
Merit Or Usp7.255.00

Specifications

Engine Type2.6L CR Turbo Diesel1.5L MHawk75 Diesel Engine
Displacement (CC)2596 CC1493 CC
No. of Cylinders43
Power90 bhp @ 3200 rpm75 bhp @ 3600 rpm
Torque250 Nm @ 1400-2400 rpm210 Nm @ 1600–2200 rpm
Top SpeedN/A125
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph18.018.0
No. of gears55
Drive TrainAWDRWD
TurbochargerN/A Yes
Emissions StandardN/ABS6 Phase 2
Length4116 mm3995 mm
Width1812 mm1745 mm
Height2075 mm1880 mm
Wheelbase2400 mm2680 mm
Ground Clearance205 mm183 mm
Kerb Weight2650 KG1620 KG
Boot Space500 L384 L
No. of Doors35
No. of RowsN/A3
Seating Capacity47
Fuel tank Capacity63.560.0
Mileage ARAI15.00 KM/L16.00 KM/L
Mileage - City11.00 KM/L14.50 KM/L
Mileage - Highway14.00 KM/L18.50 KM/L
Front SuspensionIndependent Double Wishbone With Coil SpringIFS Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionMulti-link With Pan Hard Rod & Coil SpringRigid Leaf Spring
Front Brake TypeDiscDisc
Rear Brake TypeDrumDrum
Steering TypeHydraullically Assisted Power SteeringPower Assisted
Steering Adjustability1 No
Wheel Type Steel RimsSteel Wheel With Full Wheel Caps
Tyre TypeTubelessTubeless
Front Tyre Size 255 / 65 R18215/75 R15
Rear Tyre Size 255 / 65 R18215/75 R15
Spare Wheel TypeN/ASteel
Spare Wheel SizeN/A215/75 R15

Features

Air ConditionerManual Yes
Front ACNA Yes
Rear ACNA No
Third Row AC ZoneNA No
Heater No Yes
Idle Start/Stop ButtonNA Yes
Power WindowsNA No
Remote Engine StartNA No
Hands-Free TailgateNA No
Cooled GloveboxNA No
Electric TailgateNA No
Adjustable ORVMsNA No
Wireless Phone ChargerNA No
Type-C Charging Port No Yes
Improved Seat Contours No Yes
12V Accessory Socket No Yes
Door Pockets No Yes
Manually Adjustable Front Passenger Seat No Yes
Cup Holders No Yes
Adjustable Front Headrests No Yes
18-Way Powered Driver Seat No Yes
Multifunctional Steering Wheel No Yes
Keyless Entry No Yes
Engine Immobilizer No Yes
Central LockingNA No
Speed Sensing Door Lock No Yes
Child Safety Lock No Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentNAManual
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentNAManual
Seat UpholsteryNAVinyl
Folding Rear SeatNA Yes
Split Rear SeatNA No
Front Seatback PocketsNA No
HeadrestsNAFront Only
Ventilated SeatsNA No
Seat Memory FunctionNA No
ISOFIX Child Seat MountsNA No
No. of AirbagsNA2
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Rear Side AirbagNA No
Curtain AirbagNA No
Knee AirbagsNA No
ABS No Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View MirrorNA Yes
Hill Hold ControlNA No
Hill Descent ControlNA No
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)NA No
Blind Spot MonitoringNA No
Lane AssistNA No
Forward Collision WarningNA No
Auto Emergency BrakingNA No
Driver Drowsiness DetectionNA No
Child Seat Anchor PointsNA No
Parking SensorsNARear
Speed Alert SystemNA Yes
Parking AssistanceNA No
Speed Sensing Auto Door LockNA Yes
DashcamNA No
Electric ORVM HeatingNA No
Rear Child Safety Door Locks No Yes
Seat-Belt Reminder (Front) No Yes
Rear Parking Sensors No Yes
Digital Instrument Cluster No Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) No Yes
Central Locking No Yes
Engine Immobiliser No Yes
OverSpeed Warning No Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) No Yes
Dual Front Airbags No Yes
Light TypeHalogenHalogen
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)NA No
Fog LampsNA No
Ambient LightingNA No
Automatic High Beam AssistNA No
Follow-Me-Home HeadlampsNA No
Cabin LampsNA Yes
Reading Lamp No Yes
Front Cabin Lamp No Yes
Conventional Taillamps No Yes
Halogen Headlamps No Yes
SunroofNA No
Roof RailsNA Yes
Shark Fin AntennaNA No
Body-Coloured ORVMsNA No
Chrome AccentsNA No
ORVM AdjustmentsNAManual
Rear SpoilerNA Yes
Skid PlatesNA Yes
Side StepsNA Yes
Instrument ClusterNAAnalog
Trip MeterNA Yes
Average SpeedNA No
ClockNA Yes
Adjustable Cluster BrightnessNA No
Gear IndicatorNA No
Shift IndicatorNA No
TachometerNA Yes
Seat Belt Warning No Yes
Infotainment SystemNA No
Touchscreen Display SizeNA No
Audio SystemNA No
Speakers4 Speakers2
TweetersNA No
SubwooferNA No
Voice CommandsNA No
Smartphone ConnectivityNA No
AUX CompatibilityNA No
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring)NA No
Heads-Up Display (HUD)NA No
Radio Yes Yes
FM/AM Radio Tuner No Yes
USB Audio Input No Yes
Connected Car TechnologyNA No
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA)NA No
GeofencingNA No
Digital KeyNA No
AI Voice AssistanceNA No
Auto Park AssistNA No
SOS ButtonNA No
Type Battery WarrantyNA3 Years / 1,00,000 km
Type Manufacturer WarrantyNA3 Years/1,00,000 km

Pros Cons of Mahindra Bolero

Pros

  • Strong ladder-frame construction
  • Proven diesel engine with good low-end torque
  • Soft suspension suited to rough roads
  • Simple mechanical layout
  • Affordable entry price

Cons

  • Limited safety equipment
  • Side-facing third-row seats without seat belts
  • No automatic transmission option
  • Cabin materials feel dated
  • Engine refinement below modern standards

Verdict

The Mahindra Bolero is based on function over fashion. The recent updates enhance the equipment and comfort a little bit, but the core character remains the same. It still suits buyers who consider toughness, ability to carry loads and mechanical simplicity more important than touchscreen size or driving dynamics. The ride is still compliant, the engine has usable torque at low speeds, and maintenance is comparatively inexpensive.

If your usage is mainly urban and you are looking for a more polished experience, the Bolero Neo makes a better case. But if you are looking for a traditional, no-nonsense SUV that has earned its reputation over the past 25 years, the Bolero still justifies its existence in the Indian market.

Seshan Vijayraghvan sums it up clearly in our review:

“This is still a utilitarian SUV. The layout hasn't changed much, and Mahindra has kept it that way since that's what Bolero buyers expect.”

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