Force Motors Gurkha vs Kia Seltos

Force Gurkha Price starts at Rs. 16.75 Lakh which is Rs. 5.85 Lakh costlier than base model of Kia Seltos priced at Rs. 10.89 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Force Gurkha (Diesel Model) is 12 kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Kia Seltos (Diesel Model) is 20.7 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Force Gurkha (Top Model) is powered by 2596 cc engine , while Kia Seltos (Top Model) is powered by 1493 cc engine. The Comparison Force Gurkha 2.6 Diesel vs Kia Seltos X-Line Diesel AT can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Gurkha vs Seltos

Key Highlights Gurkha 2.6 DieselSeltos X-Line Diesel AT
Engine Type FM 2.6L CRDi 1.5l CRDi VGT
Max Power 138bhp@3200rpm 114.41bhp@4000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) ... 19.1 Kmpl
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Basic Info Force Motors Gurkha 2.6 DieselKia Seltos X-Line Diesel AT
Rating
17 reviews
72 reviews
Brand Name Force Motors Kia
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 16.75 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 20.44 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 2596 cc 1493 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 138bhp@3200rpm 114.41bhp@4000rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Manual Automatic
Gearbox 5-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type 4WD 2WD
Colors
Force Motors Gurkha Colors
Kia Seltos Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) ... 19.1 Kmpl
Tyre Size 255/65 R18 215/55 R18
Boot Space 500 Liters 433 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control ... Yes
Cruise Control ... Yes
Airbags Driver and Passenger Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 32,402 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 39,558 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 93,815 Gurkha Insurance Rs. 88,012 Seltos Insurance
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Engine Type
FM 2.6L CRDi
1.5l CRDi VGT
Engine Displacement
2596 cc
1493 cc
Max Power
138bhp@3200rpm
114.41bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque
320Nm@1400-2600rpm
250Nm@1500-2750rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
Gearbox
5-Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
2WD
Paddle Shift
...
Fuel Supply System
...
CRDi
Turbo Charger
Drive Mode Types
...
Eco-Normal-Sport

Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Fuel Capacity
63.5 Liters
50 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
...
19.1 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
9.5 kmpl
...
Mileage (Highway)
12 kmpl
...

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Disc
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
5.65 m
...
Tyre Size
255/65 R18
215/55 R18
Wheel Size
18
Tyre Type
Radial, Tubeless
Radial Tubeless

Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
Door Trims With Dark Grey Theme,Floor Console With Bottle Holders,Moulded Floor Mat,Seat Upholstery With Dark Grey Theme
Front Map Lamp,Silver Painted Door Handles,High Mount Stop Lamp,Soft Touch Dashboard Garnish with Stitch Pattern,Sound Mood Lamps,All Black Interiors with Exclusive Sage Green Inserts,Leather Wrapped D-Cut Steering Wheel with Seltos Logo & Orange Stitching,Door Armrest and Door Center Leatherette Trim,Sporty Alloy Pedals,Premium Sliding Cup Holder Cover,Sporty All Black Roof Lining,Parcel Tray,Ambient Lighting,Blind View Monitor in Cluster
Rear Seat Headrest
...
Digital Cluster
Air Conditioner
Seating Capacity
4
5
Doors
3
5
Boot Space
500 Liters
433 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
All-Black Bumpers,Bonnet Latches,Wheel Arch Cladding,Side Foot Steps (Moulded),Tailgate mounted Spare Wheel, Gurkha branding (Chrome Finish),4x4x4 badging (Chrome Finish)
Auto Light Control,Crown Jewel LED Headlamps with Star Map LED Sweeping Light Guide,Chrome Outside Door Handle,Glossy Black ORVM and Matt Graphite Outside Door Handle,Glossy Black Roof Rack,Front & Rear Mud Guard,Sequential LED Turn Indicators,Matt Graphite Radiator Grille with Knurled Glossy Black Surround,Chrome Beltline Garnish,Metal Scuff Plates with Seltos Logo,Glossy Black Front & Rear Skid Plates,Body Color Front & Rear Bumper Inserts,Solar Glass – UV Cut (Front Windshield, All Door Windows)
Rain Sensing Wiper
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
3965*1865*2080 mm3
4365*1800*1645 mm3
Wheelbase
2400 mm
2610 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
233 mm
...

Connectivity
...
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
HVAC,Multi Direction AC Vents,Dual USB Socket On Dashboard,Dual USB Socket For Rear Passenger,,Variable Speed Intermittent Wiper, Independent Entry & Exit
Sunglass Holder,Auto Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror with Kia Connect Button,Driver Rear View Monitor,Retractable Roof Assist Handle,8-way Power Driver’s Seat Adjustment,Front Seat Back Pockets,Kia Connect with OTA Maps & System Update,Smart 20.32 cm (8.0”) Heads-Up Display
USB Charger
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
...
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
...
Gear Shift Indicator
...
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
Additional Entertainment Features
USB cable mirroring
BOSE Premium Sound system with 8 Speakers
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
2 Zone
One Touch Operating Power Windows
...
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
...
3
No of Speakers
4
4
AC
Rear AC Ducts
...
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
...
Cruise Control
...
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
...
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
...
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Wireless Phone Charging
...
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
...
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
...
Engine Start Stop Button
...
Rear ACVents
...
Multifunction Steering Wheel
...
Air Quality Control
...
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
...
Adjustable Headrest
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
...
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
...
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
...
Panoramic

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Assist
...
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
360 View Camera
...
Airbags
Driver and Passenger
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
2
6
Brake Assist (BA)
...
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Follow Me Home And Lead Me To Gurkha,One Touch Lane Change Indicator,Brake Type (Dual Circuit Hydraulic Brake,Vacuum Assisted
VSM (Vehicle Stability Management),ESS (Emergency Stop Signal),Front & Rear All Seat 3 Point Seat Belts,Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold,Dual Shell Horn,Safe Exit Warning
Child Safety Lock
...
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
...
Rear Camera
...
3

Forward Collision Warning
...
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
...
Lane Departure Warning
...
Lane Keep Assist
...
Driver Attention Warning
...
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
...
Adaptive High Beam Assist
...
Adaptive Cruise Control
...
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
...
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
...

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
...
Google / Alexa Connectivity
...
Smartwatch App
...
Live Location
...
Remote Immobiliser
...
Engine Start Alarm
...
Remote Vehicle Status Check
...
Navigation With Live Traffic
...
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
...
Live Weather
...
ECall And ICall
Over Speeding Alert
Remote Ac On Off
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Force Gurkha
  • Old-school design
  • comfortable seating for four
  • pliant low-speed ride
  • surprisingly easy to drive in the city
  • refined engine.
Kia Seltos
  • Still a very good looking Crossover
  • new DRLs and connected taillamps look fab. 18-inch alloys now in both X-line and GTX+ variants
  • ADAS 2.0
  • panoramic sunroof and dual zone climate control. New more powerful turbo petrol. Plenty of drivetrain options including a diesel engine.
Force Gurkha
  • Lack of outright power for highway driving
  • feels unsettled at high speeds
  • accessing second-row seat is impossible if the boot is loaded
  • too expensive.
Kia Seltos
  • Prices will go up. Some could feel that the visual changes are not enough.
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which car is best to buy for offroading - Force Gurkha vs Mahindra Thar?
  • Yes driving sonet diesel IMT since one year. Driven 26k so far without any problems.
  • For me, always Gurkha
  • Both the cars are good in their forte. The new Gurkha comes with the older 2.6-litre turbo-diesel motor and not the newer 2.2-litre diesel which the old car got in its last stages. However, the 2.6-litre motor has been upgraded to meet BS6 norms. Force also claims to have heavily reworked the motor to improve refinement and power. Although they have managed to bump up the power on this engine, it still makes a not-so-thrilling 91PS and 250Nm. This lack of versatility is evident in the way the new Gurkha tackles our roads too. At low speeds, the ride quality will surprise you with its plushness. The soft suspension has the ability to gulp the worst road imaginable and while doing so the suspension remains silent. Even for such a tall and heavy vehicle, side to side motion is well controlled. But tackle not so perfect roads at speeds above 50kmph and the Gurkha’s dynamic envelope falls apart. On the other hand, This mStallion petrol paired with the 6-speed auto box was the pick of the engine combinations we’ve experienced in the Thar. It’s smooth and refined in the city and packs a heck of a punch when you push the go pedal. There’s plenty of torque from the petrol motor too so though we didn't test it, it’s sure to perform just as amicably in the off-road environment as well. The Thar's appeal and promise to take you on great adventures is a big draw but living with it everyday will still ask you to make many compromises. As a second car or for those who just need the utility of the 4x4 the Thar’s appeal is undeniable. For a better understanding of compatibility and driving comfort, we would suggest you to take a test drive. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.Read more -2021 Force Gurkha first drive review: A good alternative to the Thar?.-Mahindra Thar Road Test Review: Has The Monster Been Tamed?.
Q. Is it better than the new Bolero Neo?
  • Definitely
  • Selecting the right car would depend on several factors such as your budget preference on the segment, features required, cabin space, engine options, brand preference, etc. If you are looking for an SUV with extreme off-roading capabilities then Force Motors Gurkha would be a great pick. Force Motors Gurkha is currently available in a Diesel engine. The 2596 cc Diesel engine generates a power of 89.84bhp@3200rpm and torque of 250Nm@1400-2400rpm. On the other hand, Neo's promise is simple on purpose, offering go-anywhere ruggedness, with a compact sub-4m footprint that promises to be economical to own and maintain. Mahindra Bolero Neo is currently available in a Diesel engine. The 1493 cc Diesel engine generates a power of 100bhp@3750rpm and torque of 260nm@1750-2250rpm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.

Force Motors Gurkha Vs Kia Seltos FAQs

Which car is best between Force Motors Gurkha vs Kia Seltos?
As per the users experiences Force Gurkha is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort and safety in your car. But Kia Seltos is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance and features.
Which car is cheaper Force Motors Gurkha vs Kia Seltos?
The Force Gurkha is cheaper than Kia Seltos by Rs. 3.69 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Force Motors Gurkha vs Kia Seltos?
For the 2.6 Diesel version, 2596 cc Diesel engine of Gurkha produces 138bhp@3200rpm of power and 320Nm@1400-2600rpm of torque. Whereas for the X-Line Diesel AT version, 1493 cc Diesel engine of Seltos produces 114.41bhp@4000rpm of power and 250Nm@1500-2750rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Force Gurkha has better performance.

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