Force Gurkha 5 Door vs Mahindra XEV 9e

Should you buy Force Gurkha 5 Door or Mahindra XEV 9e? 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 5 Door price starts at Rs 18 Lakh ex-showroom for Diesel (Diesel) and Mahindra XEV 9e price starts Rs 21.90 Lakh ex-showroom for Pack One (Electric).

Gurkha 5 Door Vs XEV 9e

Key Highlights	Force Gurkha 5 Door	Mahindra XEV 9e
On Road Price	Rs.21,45,635^*	Rs.32,23,669^*
Range (km)	-	656
Fuel Type	Diesel	Electric
Battery Capacity (kWh)	-	79
Charging Time	-	20Min with 180 kW DC

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Force Gurkha 5 Door
Rs18 Lakh^*
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Mahindra XEV 9e
Rs30.50 Lakh^*
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Force Gurkha 5 Door
Diesel
18 Lakh^*
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Mahindra XEV 9e
Pack Three
30.50 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	Diesel	Pack Three
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.21,45,635^*	Rs.32,23,669^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.40,831/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.61,367/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.98,635	Rs.1,39,169
User Rating	4.3 Based on 26 Reviews	4.8 Based on 91 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure
Running Cost	-	₹1.20/km

Basic Information

Diesel

Pack Three

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.21,45,635^*

Rs.32,23,669^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.40,831/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.61,367/month

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Insurance

Rs.98,635

Rs.1,39,169

User Rating

4.3

Based on 26 Reviews

4.8

Based on 91 Reviews

Brochure

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Running Cost

₹1.20/km

Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	FM 2.6 CR CD	Not applicable
Displacement (cc)	2596	Not applicable
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	Not applicable
Fast Charging	Not applicable	Yes
Charging Time	Not applicable	20Min with 180 kW DC
Battery Capacity (kWh)	Not applicable	79
Motor Type	Not applicable	Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	138.08bhp@3200rpm	282bhp
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	320Nm@1400-2600rpm	380Nm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	Not applicable
Turbo Charger	Yes	Not applicable
Range (km)	Not applicable	656 km
Battery Type	Not applicable	Lithium-ion
Charging Time (A.C)	Not applicable	8 / 11.7 h (11.2 kW / 7.2 kW Charger)
Charging Time (D.C)	Not applicable	20Min with 180 kW DC
Regenerative Braking	Not applicable	Yes
Regenerative Braking Levels	Not applicable	4
Charging Port	Not applicable	CCS-II
Transmission Type	Manual	Automatic
Gearbox	5 Speed	Single Speed
Drive Type	4WD	RWD
Charging Options	Not applicable	13A (upto 3.2kW) \| 7.2kW \| 11.2kW \| 180 kW DC
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

FM 2.6 CR CD

Not applicable

Displacement (cc)

2596

Not applicable

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Not applicable

Fast Charging

Not applicable

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Electric
Mileage City (kmpl)	9.5	-
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	12	-
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	63.5	-
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	ZEV
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Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Diesel

Electric

Mileage City (kmpl)

9.5

Mileage Highway (kmpl)

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

63.5

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Double wishbone suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi-link suspension	Multi-link suspension
Shock Absorbers Type	-	Intelligent Semi Active
Steering Type	Hydraulic	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Turning Radius (Metres)	6.3	10
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Tyre Size	255/65 R18	245/55 R19
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	-
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	18	19
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	18	19
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

Double wishbone suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Multi-link suspension

Shock Absorbers Type

Intelligent Semi Active

Steering Type

Hydraulic

Electric

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4390	4789
Width (mm)	1865	1907
Height (mm)	2095	1694
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	233	207
Wheel Base (mm)	2825	2775
Grossweight (kg)	3125	-
Seating Capacity	7	5
Boot Space (Litres)	-	663
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	-	Yes
Air Quality Control	-	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	-	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Adjustable
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	No	Yes
Cruise Control	-	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Front & Rear
Foldable Rear Seat	-	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	-	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	-	With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	-	No
Luggage Hook And Net	-	Yes
Additional Features	Best in class Legroom, Headroom and shoulder room	-
One Touch Operating Power Window	-	Driver's Window
Glove Box Light	-	Yes
Rear Window Sunblind	-	Yes
Power Windows	-	Front & Rear
Cup Holders	-	Front & Rear
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Height & Reach
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	-	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

Air Quality Control

Accessory Power Outlet

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	-	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Interior Lighting	-	Ambient light
Additional Features	Stylish and advanced digital instrument cluster	-
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	No	-
Upholstery	Leather	Leatherette
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Glove Box

Exterior
Available Colours	RedWhiteBlackGreenGurkha 5 Door Colours	Everest WhiteRuby VelvetStealth BlackDesert MystNebula BlueDeep ForestTango Red+2 MoreXEV 9e Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	-	Yes
Wheel Covers	-	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	-	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlamps	-	Yes
Cornering Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	-	Yes
Additional Features	Iconic Design - The Gurkha has a timeless appeal & Coanding 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	-
Automatic Headlamps	-	Yes
Fog Lights	-	Front
Antenna	-	Shark Fin
Boot Opening	Manual	Electronic
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	255/65 R18	245/55 R19
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	-
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Exterior

Available Colours

RedWhiteBlackGreenGurkha 5 Door Colours

Everest WhiteRuby VelvetStealth BlackDesert MystNebula Blue+2 MoreXEV 9e Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	-
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	-	Yes
No. of Airbags	2	7
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	-	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	-	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	-	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	-	Yes
Rear Camera	-	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	-	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	-	Driver's Window
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Knee Airbags	-	Driver
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	-	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	Driver and Passenger	Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	-	Yes
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Curtain Airbag	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

ADAS
Adaptive Cruise Control	-	Yes

ADAS

Adaptive Cruise Control

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	-
Wireless Phone Charging	-	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Wifi Connectivity	-	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	9	-
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	-
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	-	16
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Rear Touchscreen	-	Dual
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Force Gurkha 5 Door
- Capable and dependable off-road SUV
- Comfortable over bad roads
- Impressive road presence
Mahindra XEV 9e
- Two battery pack options with an estimated real world range of 400-500km.
- Superb infotainment experience: triple 12.3” screens, Harman/Kardon Audio on offer.
- Strong safety suite includes well-calibrated L2 ADAS. Works well in Indian conditions.

Force Gurkha 5 Door
- Poor cabin quality and ergonomics
- 2nd row seats are not comfortable
- Highway overtakes will take time
Mahindra XEV 9e
- High floor board means taller occupants will have to mind their head while sitting inside the cabin.
- Long term reliability is unknown.

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