Force Gurkha vs Kia Carens Clavis

Should you buy Force Gurkha or Kia Carens Clavis? 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 price starts at Rs 16.75 Lakh ex-showroom for 2.6 Diesel (Diesel) and Kia Carens Clavis price starts Rs 11.50 Lakh ex-showroom for HTE (Petrol). Gurkha has 2596 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Carens Clavis has 1497 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Gurkha has a mileage of 9.5 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the Carens Clavis has a mileage of 19.54 kmpl (Diesel top model).

Gurkha Vs Carens Clavis

Key Highlights	Force Gurkha	Kia Carens Clavis
On Road Price	Rs.19,98,940^*	Rs.23,01,652^*
Mileage (city)	9.5 kmpl	-
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Engine(cc)	2596	1493
Transmission	Manual	Manual

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Force Gurkha
Rs16.75 Lakh^*
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Kia Carens Clavis
Rs19.50 Lakh^*
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Force Gurkha
2.6 Diesel
16.75 Lakh^*
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Kia Carens Clavis
HTX Diesel
19.50 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	2.6 Diesel	HTX Diesel
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.19,98,940^*	Rs.23,01,652^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.38,045/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.43,813/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.93,815	Rs.84,516
User Rating	4.3 Based on 80 Reviews	4.4 Based on 8 Reviews
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Basic Information

2.6 Diesel

HTX Diesel

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.19,98,940^*

Rs.23,01,652^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.38,045/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.43,813/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.93,815

Rs.84,516

User Rating

4.3

Based on 80 Reviews

4.4

Based on 8 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	FM 2.6L CRDi	1.5l CRDi VGT
Displacement (cc)	2596	1493
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	138bhp@3200rpm	114bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	320Nm@1400-2600rpm	250Nm@1500-2750rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	-	CRDi
Turbo Charger	Yes	Yes
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Gearbox	5-Speed	6-Speed MT
Drive Type	4WD	FWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

FM 2.6L CRDi

1.5l CRDi VGT

Displacement (cc)

2596

1493

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

138bhp@3200rpm

114bhp@4000rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Mileage City (kmpl)	9.5	-
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	12	-
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	-	19.54
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	63.5	45
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Multi-link suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi-link suspension	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	Hydraulic	Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	-
Turning Radius (Metres)	5.65	-
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Tyre Size	255/65 R18	215/ 55 R17
Tyre Type	Radial, Tubeless	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	18	No
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	-	17
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	-	17
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

Multi-link suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Multi-link suspension

Rear twist beam

Steering Type

Hydraulic

Power

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	3965	4550
Width (mm)	1865	1800
Height (mm)	2080	1708
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	233	-
Wheel Base (mm)	2400	2780
Front Tread (mm)	1547	-
Rear Tread (mm)	1490	-
Approach Angle	39°	-
Break Over Angle	28°	-
Departure Angle	37°	-
Seating Capacity	4	7
Boot Space (Litres)	500	-
No. of Doors	3	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
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	-
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	-
Rear AC Vents	-	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	-	Yes
Cruise Control	-	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Front & Rear
Foldable Rear Seat	-	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	-	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front Door	Rear Door
USB Charger	Front	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	-	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	-	No
Lane Change Indicator	Yes	-
Additional Features	HVAC,Multi Direction AC Vents,Dual USB Socket On Dashboard,Dual USB Socket For Rear Passenger,,Variable Speed Intermittent Wiper, Independent Entry & Exit	-
One Touch Operating Power Window	-	All
Idle Start Stop System	Yes	-
Power Windows	-	Front & Rear
Cup Holders	-	Front & Rear
Drive Mode Types	-	No
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Height & Reach
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	No
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	-
Glove Box	Yes	-
Digital Odometer	-	Yes
Interior Lighting	-	Ambient light
Additional Features	Door Trims With Dark Grey Theme,Floor Console With Bottle Holders,Moulded Floor Mat,Seat Upholstery With Dark Grey Theme	Indigo Metal Paint Dashboard with Black Metal Garnish Black & Beige Two tone Interiors Inside Door Handle Hyper Silver Metallic Paint Luggage Board Black & Navy Semi-Leatherette Seats Centre Console with Armrest & Cup holder Double D-Cut Steering Wheel
Digital Cluster	Yes	-
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	-	4.2
Upholstery	Fabric	Leatherette
Ambient Light Colour	-	0
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Interior

Tachometer

Glove Box

Digital Odometer

Exterior
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Wheel
Headlight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	RedWhiteBlackGreenGurkha Colours	Glacier White PearlSparkling SilverIvory Silver GlossPewter OliveGlacier WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGravity Gray+3 MoreCarens Clavis Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	-
Rear Window Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	-	Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	-	Yes
Integrated Antenna	-	Yes
Halogen Headlamps	-	Yes
Roof Rails	-	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	-	No
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)	Body Colored Front Bumper Kia Digital Tiger face with Black High Gloss Décor Body Colored Rear Bumper Robust Front & Rear Skid Plates with Metal Finish Wheel Arch and Side Moldings Black Belt Line Black Side Door Garnish Body Colored Outside Door Handles Integrated Rear Spoiler with Hi-Gloss Black Side Cover Star Map LED Taillamp
Fog Lights	Front	-
Antenna	-	Shark Fin Antenna
Boot Opening	Manual	-
Tyre Size	255/65 R18	215/ 55 R17
Tyre Type	Radial, Tubeless	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	18	No
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Wheel

Headlight

Front Left Side

Available Colours

RedWhiteBlackGreenGurkha Colours

Glacier White PearlSparkling SilverIvory Silver GlossPewter OliveGlacier White+3 MoreCarens Clavis 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
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	-
No. of Airbags	2	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	-	Yes
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	-
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	-	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	-	All Windows
Speed Alert	Yes	-
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Hill Assist	-	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	-	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

Advance Internet
E-Call & I-Call	No	-
Over Speeding Alert	Yes	-

Advance Internet

E-Call & I-Call

Over Speeding Alert

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	-
Wireless Phone Charging	-	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	9	8
Connectivity	-	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	No	Yes
Apple Car Play	No	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	4
Additional Features	USB cable mirroring	-
Usb Ports	Yes	Type-C: 5
Tweeter	-	2
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Force Gurkha
- Looks intimidating on the road
- Off-road capability
- Now offers creature comforts like touchscreen, power windows and USB chargers
- Ride comfort over bad roads
- Commanding driving position
Kia Carens Clavis
- The new design looks more SUVish. Full-LED lighting, 17-inch alloy wheels, roof rails add to the appeal.
- Loaded with features: twin 12.3-inch displays, 8-speaker BOSE branded audio system, 360° camera, front seat ventilation, wireless charging — the works!
- Space. One of the select few cars that can accommodate 6/7 adults with relative ease.

Force Gurkha
- No automatic on offer
- Cabin feels dated
- Rear seats get lap belts
- High-speed stability
Kia Carens Clavis
- No CVT option with the non-turbo petrol engine. Diesel-automatic is available in a single variant.
- Features such as wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay and rear seat ventilation could have been offered with the top-variants.
- ADAS is offered only with the turbo-petrol engine + DCT combination in the top model.

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