Force Gurkha vs Skoda Kodiaq

Last Updated: September 12, 2026

Force Gurkha price starts at Rs. 16.31 Lakh, which is Rs. 20.68 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Skoda Kodiaq, priced at Rs. 36.99 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Gurkha offers a claimed 12 kmpl, while the Kodiaq delivers 14.86 kmpl. On the performance front, the Gurkha uses a 2596cc engine producing 138bhp@3200rpm and the Kodiaq a 1984cc engine producing 201bhp@4500 - 6000rpm. If you're deciding between the Gurkha and Kodiaq, the Kodiaq is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the Gurkha stands out for affordability.

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Gurkha vs Kodiaq Comparison Summary

Specification Force GurkhaSkoda Kodiaq
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 16.31 LakhRs. 36.99 Lakh
Mileage 12 kmpl14.86 kmpl
Engine 2596 cc1984 cc
Max power 138bhp@3200rpm201bhp@4500 - 6000rpm

Gurkha vs Kodiaq Key Highlights

Basic Info Force Motors Gurkha 2.6 DieselSkoda Kodiaq Lounge
Rating
17 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Force Motors Skoda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 16.31 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 36.99 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2596 cc 1984 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 138bhp@3200rpm 201bhp@4500 - 6000rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Manual Automatic
Gearbox 5-Speed 7-speed DSG
Drive Type 4WD 4x4
Colors
Force Motors Gurkha Colors
Skoda Kodiaq Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 12 kmpl 14.86 Kmpl
Tyre Size 255/65 R18 235/55 R18
Boot Space 500 Liters 786 Liters
Ground Clearance (Laden) Not Available 155 mm
Steering Mounted Audio Control Not Available Yes
Cruise Control Not Available Yes
Airbags Driver and Passenger Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
EMI
Rs. 31,549 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 71,555 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 92,115 Gurkha Insurance Rs. 1.72 Lakh Kodiaq Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Not Available
Displacement
2596 cc
1984 cc
Engine Type
FM 2.6L CRDi
Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Displacement
2596 cc
1984 cc
Max Power
138bhp@3200rpm
201bhp@4500 - 6000rpm
Max Torque
320Nm@1400-2600rpm
320Nm@1500-4400rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
Gearbox
5-Speed
7-speed DSG
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
4x4
Paddle Shift
Not Available
Yes
Kerb Weight
Not Available
1795 Kg
Turbo Charger
Yes
Yes

Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
63.5 Liters
62 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
12 kmpl
14.86 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
9.5 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (Highway)
12 kmpl
Not Available

Alloy Wheel Size Front
Not Available
18
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
Not Available
18
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Disc
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
5.65 m
Not Available
Tyre Size
255/65 R18
235/55 R18
Wheel Size
18
Not Available
Tyre Type
Radial, Tubeless
Tubeless,Radial

Ventilated Seats
Not Available
No
Additional Interior Features
Door Trims With Dark Grey Theme,Floor Console With Bottle Holders,Moulded Floor Mat,Seat Upholstery With Dark Grey Theme
IRVM with auto-dimming
Digital Cluster Size
Not Available
10.24
Upholstery
Fabric
Fabric
Lighting
,LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
Not Available
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Ambient light
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes
4
Digital Cluster
Yes
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Not Available
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Cargo Volume
500
Not Available
Seating Capacity
4
5
Doors
3
5
Boot Space
500 Liters
786 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
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)
Not Available
ORVM
Not Available
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
Manual
Not Available
LED DRLs
Yes
Not Available
Sun Roof
Not Available
Panoramic
Tinted Glass
Not Available
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Not Available
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Yes
Roof Rails
Not Available
Yes
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Ground Clearance (Laden)
Not Available
155 mm
Length*Width*Height
3965*1865*2080 mm3
4758*1864*1679 mm3
Wheelbase
2400 mm
2791 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
233 mm
Not Available
No. Of Doors
3
5

Connectivity
Not Available
Android Auto
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
Not Available
USB Charger
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Lane Change Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Additional Entertainment Features
USB cable mirroring
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay Compatibility
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
3 Zone
Massage Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Not Available
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
Not Available
6
No of Speakers
4
9
Adjustable Steering
Yes
Not Available
Android Auto
No
Yes
Apple CarPlay
No
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
USB Ports
Available
Not Available
Additional 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)
IRVM with auto-dimming
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Not Available
Front & Rear
Power Windows Front
Yes
Not Available
Cupholders
Not Available
Front & Rear
Rear Window Sunblind
Not Available
Yes
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Yes
Not Available
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Available
Heated Seats
Not Available
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Not Available
Yes
Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Not Available
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
9 inch
10.40 inch
Wireless Phone Charging
Not Available
Yes
Subwoofer
No
Yes
Folding Rear Seat
Not Available
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Not Available
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Not Available
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
Not Available
Tachometer
Yes
Not Available
Hands Free Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Not Available
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Not Available
Front
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Not Available
Powered Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Not Available
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
Speakers Front
Yes
Not Available
Speakers Rear
Yes
Not Available
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Yes
Not Available
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Not Available
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Not Available
4
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Yes
Knee Airbags
Not Available
2
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Assist
Not Available
Yes
360 View Camera
Not Available
No
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Yes
Anti Theft Device
Yes
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Not Available
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
Not Available
Yes
Speed Alert
Yes
Yes
Airbags
Driver and Passenger
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
2
9
Brake Assist (BA)
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Follow Me Home And Lead Me To Gurkha,One Touch Lane Change Indicator,Brake Type (Dual Circuit Hydraulic Brake,Vacuum Assisted
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Front
Not Available
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Camera
Not Available
3
Side Airbag
Not Available
Yes

Automatic Emergency Braking
Not Available
No
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
No
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
Not Available
No
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
No
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Not Available
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
No

Inbuilt Apps
Not Available
MyŠkoda Plus
ECall And ICall
No
Not Available
Over Speeding Alert
Yes
Not Available

grossWeight
Not Available
2390 kg

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
Skoda Kodiaq
  • Clean, premium European styling that looks classy without screaming for attention.
  • Top-notch interior quality with soft-touch materials and a solid, well-built feel throughout.
  • The powerful turbo-petrol engine offers smooth and refined performance with adequate punch for highway duties, even when fully-loaded.
  • Comfortable for long drives thanks to plush front seats, sliding second row, and good NVH levels.
  • Impressive feature list includes massage seats, premium audio, panoramic sunroof, and virtual cockpit.
  • Confident handling and ride with AWD offering extra grip on bad roads or in wet conditions. Strong safety credentials backed by five-star Euro NCAP rating and nine airbags.
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
Skoda Kodiaq
  • No diesel or hybrid option might be a miss for buyers looking for better efficiency or long-range cruisers.
  • Lacks ADAS features that many rivals offer at this price point, like adaptive cruise or lane assist.
  • Limited variant combinations mean you have to choose between style-focused or feature-loaded trims.
  • Third row is tight on space and best suited for short trips or kids only.
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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 Skoda Kodiaq FAQs

Which car is best between Force Motors Gurkha vs Skoda Kodiaq?
Skoda Kodiaq is better on the grounds of safety and features. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Force Motors Gurkha vs Skoda Kodiaq?
The Force Gurkha is cheaper than Skoda Kodiaq by ₹20.68 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Force Motors Gurkha vs Skoda Kodiaq?
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 Lounge version, 1984 cc Petrol engine of Kodiaq produces 201bhp@4500 - 6000rpm of power and 320Nm@1500-4400rpm of torque

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