Force Gurkha 5 Door vs MG ZS EV

Should you buy Force Gurkha 5 Door or MG ZS EV? 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 MG ZS EV price starts Rs 17.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Executive (Electric).

Gurkha 5 Door Vs ZS EV

Key Highlights	Force Gurkha 5 Door	MG ZS EV
On Road Price	Rs.21,45,635^*	Rs.21,58,493^*
Range (km)	-	461
Fuel Type	Diesel	Electric
Battery Capacity (kWh)	-	50.3
Charging Time	-	9H \| AC 7.4 kW (0-100%)

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Force Gurkha 5 Door
Rs18 Lakh^*
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MG ZS EV
Rs20.50 Lakh^*
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Force Gurkha 5 Door
Diesel
18 Lakh^*
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MG ZS EV
Essence DT
20.50 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	Diesel	Essence DT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.21,45,635^*	Rs.21,58,493^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.40,831/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.41,081/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.98,635	Rs.84,195
User Rating	4.3 Based on 26 Reviews	4.2 Based on 127 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure
Running Cost	-	₹1.09/km

Basic Information

Diesel

Essence DT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.21,45,635^*

Rs.21,58,493^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.40,831/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.41,081/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.98,635

Rs.84,195

User Rating

4.3

Based on 26 Reviews

4.2

Based on 127 Reviews

Brochure

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Running Cost

₹1.09/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	9H \| AC 7.4 kW (0-100%)
Battery Capacity (kWh)	Not applicable	50.3
Motor Type	Not applicable	Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	138.08bhp@3200rpm	174.33bhp
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	320Nm@1400-2600rpm	280Nm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	Not applicable
Turbo Charger	Yes	Not applicable
Range (km)	Not applicable	461 km
Battery Warranty	Not applicable	8 Years or 150000 km
Battery Type	Not applicable	Lithium-ion
Charging Time (A.C)	Not applicable	Upto 9H 7.4 kW (0-100%)
Charging Time (D.C)	Not applicable	60 Min 50 kW (0-80%)
Regenerative Braking	Not applicable	Yes
Regenerative Braking Levels	Not applicable	3
Charging Port	Not applicable	CCS-II
Transmission Type	Manual	Automatic
Gearbox	5 Speed	1-Speed
Drive Type	4WD	FWD
Charging Time (7.2 k W AC Fast Charger)	Not applicable	upto 9H(0-100%)
Charging Options	Not applicable	7.4 kW AC \| 50 kW DC
Charger Type	Not applicable	15 A Wall Box Charger (AC)
Charging Time (15 A Plug Point)	Not applicable	upto 19H (0-100%)
Charging Time (50 k W DC Fast Charger)	Not applicable	60Min (0-80%)
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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
Top Speed (kmph)	-	175
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Double wishbone suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi-link suspension	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	Hydraulic	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt
Turning Radius (Metres)	6.3	-
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	-	175
0-100kmph (Seconds)	-	8.5 s
Tyre Size	255/65 R18	215/55 R17
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Radial	Tubeless, Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	18	17
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	18	17
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

Double wishbone suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Multi-link suspension

Rear twist beam

Steering Type

Hydraulic

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Tilt

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4390	4323
Width (mm)	1865	1809
Height (mm)	2095	1649
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	233	-
Wheel Base (mm)	2825	2585
Grossweight (kg)	3125	-
Seating Capacity	7	5
Boot Space (Litres)	-	448
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	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	-	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	No	Yes
Cruise Control	-	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	-	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	-	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	-	With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Luggage Hook And Net	-	Yes
Lane Change Indicator	-	Yes
Additional Features	Best in class Legroom, Headroom and shoulder room	6-way Power Adjustable Driver Seat,Electronic Gear Shift Knob,Rear Seat Middle Headrest,Leather Driver Armrest with Storage,Seat Back Pockets,Audio & AC Control Via i-SMART App When Inside The Car,Charging Details On Infotainment,Charging Station Search on i-SMART app,30+ Hinglish Voice Coands
One Touch Operating Power Window	-	Driver's Window
Drive Modes	-	3
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	-	Front
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
Additional Features	Stylish and advanced digital instrument cluster	Premium Leather Layering on Dashboard, Door Trim, Door Armrest and Centre Console with Stitching Details,Leather Layered Dashboard,Satin Chrome Highlights to Door Handles,Air Vents and Steering Wheel,Interior Theme- Dual Tone Iconic Ivory,Driver & Co-Driver Vanity Mirror,Parcel Shelf
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	No	7
Upholstery	Leather	Leather
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Glove Box

Exterior
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Wheel
Headlight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	RedWhiteBlackGreenGurkha 5 Door Colours	Starry BlackAurora SilverCandy WhiteColored Glaze RedZS EV Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	-	Yes
Wheel Covers	-	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	-	Yes
Sun Roof	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	-	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Cornering Headlamps	Yes	-
Roof Rails	-	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	Electric Design Grill,Tomahawk Hub design wheel cover,Chrome Finish On Window Beltline,Chrome + Body Colour Outside Handle,Body Colored Bumper,Silver Finish Roof Rails,Silver Finish on Door Cladding Strip,Body Coloured ORVMs with Turn Indicators,Black Tape on pillar
Fog Lights	-	Front & Rear
Antenna	-	Shark Fin
Sunroof	-	Panoramic
Boot Opening	Manual	Electronic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Tyre Size	255/65 R18	215/55 R17
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Radial	Tubeless, Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Wheel

Headlight

Front Left Side

Available Colours

RedWhiteBlackGreenGurkha 5 Door Colours

Starry BlackAurora SilverCandy WhiteColored Glaze RedZS EV Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	-	Yes
No. of Airbags	2	6
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
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
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	Driver and Passenger	Driver and Passenger
Blind Spot Monitor	-	Yes
Geo Fence Alert	-	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
Forward Collision Warning	-	Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking	-	Yes
Lane Departure Warning	-	Yes
Lane Keep Assist	-	Yes
Driver Attention Warning	-	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	-	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	-	Yes
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ADAS

Forward Collision Warning

Automatic Emergency Braking

Lane Departure Warning

Lane Keep Assist

Advance Internet
Live Location	-	Yes
Engine Start Alarm	-	Yes
Remote Vehicle Status Check	-	Yes
Digital Car Key	-	Yes
Hinglish Voice Commands	-	Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic	-	Yes
Live Weather	-	Yes
E-Call & I-Call	-	Yes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	-	Yes
Over Speeding Alert	-	Yes
Smartwatch App	-	Yes
Valet Mode	-	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	-	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	-	Yes
Inbuilt APPs	-	i-SMART
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Advance Internet

Live Location

Engine Start Alarm

Remote Vehicle Status Check

Digital Car Key

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	10.11
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	-	4
Additional Features	-	Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay,5 USB Ports with 2 Type-C Ports,Widget Customisation Of Homescreen With Multiple Pages,Customisable Widget Color with 7 color palette for homepage of Infotainment screen,Headunit Theme store with New EVERGREEN Theme,Quiet Mode,Customisable Lock Screen Wallpaper,Birthday Wish On Headunit (With Customisable Date Option)VR Coands to Control Car functions,
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Inbuilt Apps	-	Jio Saavn
Tweeter	-	2
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
MG ZS EV
- Understated and classy styling
- Rich interior quality. Feels very upmarket
- Good features list - 10.1-inch touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, etc.
- Realistically achievable range of 300-350km on a full charge

Force Gurkha 5 Door
- Poor cabin quality and ergonomics
- 2nd row seats are not comfortable
- Highway overtakes will take time
MG ZS EV
- Rear seat space is good but some may expect a roomier experience for the price
- Boot space could’ve been more generous
- EV charging infrastructure is inconsistent. Home/work charging and the portable charger will be more dependable than public charging
- Some ergonomic flaws - lumbar cushioning feels excessive, front armrest may be too tall for short drivers

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