Force Gurkha 5 Door vs Kia Carnival

Last Updated: August 12, 2026

Force Gurkha 5 Door price starts at Rs. 17.63 Lakh, which is Rs. 42.02 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kia Carnival, priced at Rs. 59.65 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Gurkha 5 Door offers a claimed 12 kmpl, while the Carnival delivers 14.85 kmpl. On the performance front, the Gurkha 5 Door uses a 2596cc engine producing 138.08bhp@3200rpm and the Carnival a 2151cc engine producing 190bhp. If you're deciding between the Gurkha 5 Door and Carnival, the Carnival is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the Gurkha 5 Door stands out for affordability.

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Gurkha 5 Door vs Carnival Comparison Summary

Specification Force Gurkha 5 DoorKia Carnival
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 17.63 LakhRs. 59.65 Lakh
Mileage 12 kmpl14.85 kmpl
Engine 2596 cc2151 cc
Max power 138.08bhp@3200rpm190bhp

Gurkha 5 Door vs Carnival Key Highlights

Basic Info Force Motors Gurkha 5 Door DieselKia Carnival Limousine PlusMG M9 Presidential Limo
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Brand Name Force Motors Kia MG
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 17.63 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 59.65 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 79.95 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2596 cc 2151 cc Not Available
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars MUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 138.08bhp@3200rpm 190bhp 242bhp
No Of Cylinders 4 4 Not Available
Transmission Manual Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 5 Speed 8 Speed Single Speed
Drive Type 4WD 2WD FWD
Colors
Force Motors Gurkha 5 Door Colors
Kia Carnival Colors
MG Motor M9 Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel Electric(Battery)
Mileage (ARAI) 12 kmpl 14.85 Kmpl Not Available
Tyre Size 255/65 R18 235/60 R18 Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control No Yes Yes
Cruise Control Not Available Yes Yes
Airbags Driver and Passenger Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 34,097 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,15,388 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,54,655 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 97,193 Gurkha 5 Door Insurance Rs. 2.59 Lakh Carnival Insurance Rs. 3.24 Lakh M9 Insurance
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Displacement
2596 cc
2151 cc
Not Available
Battery Type
Not Available
Not Available
Lithium-ion
Engine Type
FM 2.6 CR CD
Smartstream In-line
Not Available
Engine Displacement
2596 cc
2151 cc
Not Available
Battery Capacity
Not Available
Not Available
90 kWh
Motor Type
Not Available
Not Available
Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Max Power
138.08bhp@3200rpm
190bhp
242bhp
Range
Not Available
Not Available
548 km/charge
Max Torque
320Nm@1400-2600rpm
441Nm
350Nm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
ZEV
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Not Available
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
5 Speed
8 Speed
Single Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
No
Drive Type
4WD
2WD
FWD
Paddle Shift
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Fuel Supply System
Not Available
CRDi
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Regenerative Braking
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Drive Mode Types
Not Available
Eco/Normal/Sport/Smart
ECO | CITY | SPORT
Charging Time
Not Available
Not Available
90Min-160 kW-(10-100%)
Fast Charging
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Charging Port
Not Available
Not Available
CCS-II
Charging Time (A.C)
Not Available
Not Available
10Hrs-11 kW-(10-100%)
Charging Time (D.C)
Not Available
Not Available
90Min-160 kW-(10-100%)

Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Electric(Battery)
Fuel Capacity
63.5 Liters
72 Liters
Not Available
Mileage (ARAI)
12 kmpl
14.85 Kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (City)
9.5 kmpl
Not Available
Not Available
Mileage (Highway)
12 kmpl
Not Available
Not Available

Alloy Wheel Size Front
18
18
19
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
18
18
19
Suspension Front
2
Not Available
Not Available
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
6.3 m
Not Available
Not Available
Tyre Size
255/65 R18
235/60 R18
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless, Radial
Radial & Tubeless
Not Available

Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Additional Interior Features
Stylish and advanced digital instrument cluster
Not Available
Not Available
Digital Cluster Size
No
12.3
7
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Upholstery
Leather
Leather
Not Available
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Ambient light
Ambient light
Glove Box Light
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes
4
Not Available
Digital Cluster
Yes
Yes
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Yes
Ambient Light Colour
Not Available
64
64
Digital Odometer
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
7
7
7
Doors
5
5
5

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Yes
Additional Exterior Features
Iconic Design - The Gurkha has a timeless appeal & Commanding road presence,First in segment Air intake snorket for fresh air supply and water wading,Full LED Headlamp - High intensity Force LED pro Edge Headlamps and DRLs
Not Available
Memory Outside Rear View Mirror
Rain Sensing Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Wheel Covers
Not Available
No
Not Available
ORVM
Not Available
Powered & Folding
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
Manual
Hands-Free
Powered
Automatic Driving Lights
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Cornering Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Not Available
Yes
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Yes
LED Taillights
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Puddle Lamps
Not Available
Available
Available
Sun Roof
Not Available
Yes
Dual Pane
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Side Stepper
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Projector Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Trunk Light
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Antenna
Not Available
Shark Fi
Shark Fi
Roof Rails
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4390*1865*2095 mm3
5155*1995*1775 mm3
5200*2000*1800 mm3
Wheelbase
2825 mm
3090 mm
3200 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
233 mm
Not Available
Not Available
No. Of Doors
5
5
5

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Best in class Legroom, Headroom and shoulder room
Not Available
Powered Boss Mode
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
Available
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Battery Saver
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Additional Entertainment Features
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay, 13 Jbl Speakers (Including Subwoofer And Amplifier)
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
3 Zone
Available
Massage Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Rear
Memory Functions For Seat
Not Available
Driver's Seat Only
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
Not Available
All
Drive Modes
Not Available
4
3
No of Speakers
Not Available
12
13
Rear Entertainment System
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Steering
Yes
4
4
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Yes
USB Ports
Available
Available
Type-C: 5
Additional Features
Iconic Design - The Gurkha has a timeless appeal & Commanding road presence,First in segment Air intake snorket for fresh air supply and water wading,Full LED Headlamp - High intensity Force LED pro Edge Headlamps and DRLs
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
Memory Outside Rear View Mirror
No of Tweeter
No
No
No
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Power Windows Front
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Power Windows Rear
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Window Washer
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Cupholders
Not Available
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Window Sunblind
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Cupholders Rear
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Auxillary Input
Not Available
Not Available
No
WiFi Connectivity
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Heated Seats
Not Available
Front & Rear
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
No
Touchscreen Size
9 Inch
12.3 inch
12.3 inch
Lumbar Support
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Wireless Phone Charging
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Subwoofer
No
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Not Available
3rd Row 60:40 Split
Not Available
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
Not Available
Not Available
Air Quality Control
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Hands Free Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Rear Touchscreen
Not Available
Not Available
3
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Not Available
Driver's Seat Only
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Yes
Push Ignition
Yes
Yes
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
Yes
Speakers Front
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Speakers Rear
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
Front & Rear Door

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Not Available
Not Available
4
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Yes
Yes
Knee Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
2
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
3
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Yes
Yes
360 View Camera
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Available
Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Anti Theft Device
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Side Airbag Rear
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Speed Alert
Yes
Yes
Yes
SOS Emergency Assistance
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Airbags
Driver and Passenger
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
2
8
7
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Chassis & Body Type (Ladder Type,C-in-C Chassis),Front Axle - Live Independent, Rear Axle - Live Rigid, Front Diff Lock - Yes ( Manual), Rear Diff Lock - Yes (Manual),Front Anti - roll Bar ( Yes ),Rear Anti - roll Bar ( Yes ),Gradeability (Degree) 35,water wading (mm) 700,Overhang Front - 750,Overhang Rear - 815,Crash compliant Full Metal Body
Side Parking sensors,Rear occupant alert - 2nd row,Safe exit warning & Assist,Manual speed limit assist
7 Airbags,Electronic Stability Program,360-degree Camera,TPMS,All 4 Disc Brakes,Electronic Parking Brake & AutoHold .ISOFIX,ENCAP 5 STAR
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Yes
Lane Watch Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Front & Rear
Rear
Rear Wash Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Rear Camera
Not Available
3
3
Side Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Yes

Automatic Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Driver Attention Warning
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Speed Assist System
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
Not Available
Yes
Not Available

Inbuilt Apps
Not Available
Kia Connect
Not Available
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Live Location
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Live Weather
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
ECall And ICall
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Over Speeding Alert
Not Available
Yes
Not Available

grossWeight
3125 Kg
Not Available
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Force Gurkha 5 Door
  • Butch looks, Commands massive road presence, Towering driving position, Comfortable third row, Great off-roader, Ride comfort in the city
Force Gurkha 5 Door
  • Dated cabin, Second row comfort is compromised by limited knee and foot room, NVH levels aren’t great, High-speed control could’ve been better
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Which car is best between Force Motors Gurkha 5 Door vs Kia Carnival?
As per the users experiences Force Gurkha 5 Door is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, maintenance, safety and features in your car. But Kia Carnival is better on the grounds of comfort.
Which car is cheaper Force Motors Gurkha 5 Door vs Kia Carnival?
The Force Gurkha 5 Door is cheaper than Kia Carnival by ₹42.02 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Force Motors Gurkha 5 Door vs Kia Carnival?
For the Diesel version, 2596 cc Diesel engine of Gurkha 5 Door produces 138.08bhp@3200rpm of power and 320Nm@1400-2600rpm of torque. Whereas for the Limousine Plus version, 2151 cc Diesel engine of Carnival produces 190bhp of power and 441Nm of torque
As per the users experiences the Force Gurkha 5 Door has better performance.

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