Force Gurkha vs Mahindra XUV 3XO

Should you buy Force Gurkha or Mahindra XUV 3XO? 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 Mahindra XUV 3XO price starts Rs 7.99 Lakh ex-showroom for MX1 (Petrol). Gurkha has 2596 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while XUV 3XO has 1498 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Gurkha has a mileage of 9.5 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the XUV 3XO has a mileage of 20.6 kmpl (Diesel top model).

Gurkha Vs XUV 3XO

Key Highlights	Force Gurkha	Mahindra XUV 3XO
On Road Price	Rs.19,94,940^*	Rs.17,91,229^*
Mileage (city)	9.5 kmpl	17 kmpl
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Engine(cc)	2596	1498
Transmission	Manual	Manual

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Rs16.75 Lakh^*
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Rs14.99 Lakh^*
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Force Gurkha
2.6 Diesel
16.75 Lakh^*
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AX7 L Diesel
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Basic Information	2.6 Diesel	AX7 L Diesel	RXT Opt CNG
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.19,94,940^*	Rs.17,91,229^*	Rs.9,79,783^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.37,982/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.34,606/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.18,649/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.93,815	Rs.85,063	Rs.38,724
User Rating	4.3 Based on 79 Reviews	4.5 Based on 285 Reviews	4.2 Based on 504 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure	Brochure not available

Basic Information

2.6 Diesel

AX7 L Diesel

RXT Opt CNG

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.19,94,940^*

Rs.17,91,229^*

Rs.9,79,783^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.37,982/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.34,606/month

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Rs.18,649/month

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Insurance

Rs.93,815

Rs.85,063

Rs.38,724

User Rating

4.3

Based on 79 Reviews

4.5

Based on 285 Reviews

4.2

Based on 504 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	FM 2.6L CRDi	Turbo with CRDe	1.0L Energy
Displacement (cc)	2596	1498	999
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars	33 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	138bhp@3200rpm	115.05bhp@3750rpm	71bhp@6250rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	320Nm@1400-2600rpm	300Nm@1500-2500rpm	96Nm@3500rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4	4
Fuel Supply System	-	-	MPFi
Turbo Charger	Yes	Yes	No
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual	Manual
Gearbox	5-Speed	6-Speed	5-Speed
Drive Type	4WD	FWD	FWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

FM 2.6L CRDi

Turbo with CRDe

1.0L Energy

Displacement (cc)

2596

1498

999

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

33 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

138bhp@3200rpm

115.05bhp@3750rpm

71bhp@6250rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel	CNG
Mileage City (kmpl)	9.5	17	-
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	12	20.6	-
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	63.5	42	40
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Multi-link suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi-link suspension	Rear twist beam	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	Hydraulic	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	-	Tilt
Turning Radius (Metres)	5.65	5.3	-
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc	Drum
Tyre Size	255/65 R18	215/55 R17	195/60
Tyre Type	Radial, Tubeless	Tubeless, Radial	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

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Tilt

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	3965	3990	3991
Width (mm)	1865	1821	1750
Height (mm)	2080	1647	1605
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	233	-	205
Wheel Base (mm)	2400	2600	2500
Front Tread (mm)	1547	-	1536
Rear Tread (mm)	1490	-	1535
Approach Angle	39°	-	-
Break Over Angle	28°	-	-
Departure Angle	37°	-	-
Seating Capacity	4	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	500	364	405
No. of Doors	3	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	-	2 Zone	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	-	-	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	-	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	-	-
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	-	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	-	Yes	-
Rear AC Vents	-	Yes	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	-	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	-	Yes	No
Parking Sensors	Rear	Front & Rear	Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	-	Yes	-
Foldable Rear Seat	-	60:40 Split	60:40 Split
Smart Access Card Entry	-	-	Yes
Engine Start Stop Button	-	Yes	Yes
Cooled Glovebox	-	Yes	No
Bottle Holder	Front Door	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Paddle Shifters	-	No	-
USB Charger	Front	Front & Rear	-
Central Console Armrest	-	With Storage	With Storage
Hands-Free Tailgate	-	No	-
Rear Curtain	-	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	Smart Steering Modes, Auto Wiper	PM2.5 clean air filter (advanced atmospheric particulate filter),Dual tone horn,Intermittent position on front wipers,Rear parcel shelf,Front seat back pocket – passenger,Upper glove box,Vanity mirror - passenger side
Massage Seats	-	No	-
Memory Function Seats	-	No	-
One Touch Operating Power Window	-	Driver's Window	Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking	-	No	-
Glove Box Light	-	Yes	-
Idle Start Stop System	Yes	Yes	-
Rear Window Sunblind	-	No	-
Rear Windscreen Sunblind	-	No	-
Power Windows	-	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cup Holders	-	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	-	-
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	No	-
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	-	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	-	No	-
Automatic Headlamps	-	Yes	-
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes	-
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

2 Zone

Accessory Power Outlet

Vanity Mirror

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	-	Yes	-
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	-	Yes	-
Glove Box	Yes	Yes	Yes
Cigarette Lighter	-	No	-
Folding Table In The Rear	-	No	-
Additional Features	Door Trims With Dark Grey Theme,Floor Console With Bottle Holders,Moulded Floor Mat,Seat Upholstery With Dark Grey Theme	65 W USB - C Fast Charging, Adjustable Headrest for 2nd Row Middle Passenger, Soft Touch Leatherette on Dashboard & Door Trims	8.9 cm LED instrument cluster,Liquid chrome upper panel strip & piano black door panels,3-spoke steering wheel with mystery black accent,Mystery black interior door handles,Liquid chrome gear box bottom inserts,Linear interlock seat upholstery,Chrome knob on centre & side air vents
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	-	10.25	3.5
Upholstery	Fabric	Leatherette	Leatherette
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Exterior
Available Colours	RedWhiteBlackGreenGurkha Colours	Dune BeigeEverest WhiteStealth Black Plus Galvano GreyStealth BlackDune Beige Plus Stealth BlackNebula Blue Plus Galvano GreyGalaxy Grey Plus Stealth BlackTango Red Plus Stealth BlackRedGalaxy Grey+11 MoreXUV 3XO Colours	Ice Cool WhiteStealth BlackMoonlight SilverRadiant RedCaspian BlueKiger Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes	-
Headlamp Washers	-	No	-
Rear Window Wiper	-	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	-	Yes	No
Wheel Covers	-	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	-	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	-	Yes	-
Side Stepper	-	No	-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	-	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	-	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	-	-	Yes
Projector Headlamps	-	Yes	-
Halogen Headlamps	-	No	-
Cornering Foglamps	-	No	-
Roof Rails	-	Yes	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	-	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	-	Yes	-
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)	Electronic Trumpet Horn, LED DRL with Front turn Indicator, Diamond Cut Alloys	C-shaped signature LED tail lamps,Mystery black ORVMs,Sporty rear spoiler,Satin silver roof rails,Mystery black front fender accentuator,Mystery black door handles,Front grille chrome accent,Silver rear SUV skid plate,Satin silver roof bars (50 load carrying capacity),Tri-octa LED pure vision headlamps,40.64 cm diamond cut alloys
Fog Lights	Front	Front	-
Antenna	-	-	Shark Fin
Convertible Top	-	No	-
Sunroof	-	Panoramic	-
Boot Opening	Manual	Electronic	Electronic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	-	No	-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	Powered & Folding	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	255/65 R18	215/55 R17	195/60
Tyre Type	Radial, Tubeless	Tubeless, Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	18	No	-
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Exterior

Available Colours

RedWhiteBlackGreenGurkha Colours

Dune BeigeEverest WhiteStealth Black Plus Galvano GreyStealth BlackDune Beige Plus Stealth Black+11 MoreXUV 3XO Colours

Ice Cool WhiteStealth BlackMoonlight SilverRadiant RedCaspian BlueKiger Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	-	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	-	-
No. of Airbags	2	6	4
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	-	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	-	No	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes	Yes
Xenon Headlamps	-	No	-
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	-	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	-	-	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	-	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	-	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	-	-
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes	Yes
Knee Airbags	-	No	-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes	No
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	-	No	-
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	-	Driver and Passenger	Driver
Blind Spot Monitor	-	Yes	-
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes	-
Hill Assist	-	-	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	-	-	Yes
360 View Camera	-	Yes	-
Curtain Airbag	-	Yes	-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes	Yes
Bharat NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	-	5	-
Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)	-	5	-
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	-	5	4
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)	-	-	2
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

Anti Theft Alarm

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	-	Yes	-
Automatic Emergency Braking	-	Yes	-
Traffic Sign Recognition	-	Yes	-
Lane Departure Warning	-	Yes	-
Lane Keep Assist	-	Yes	-
Adaptive Cruise Control	-	Yes	-
Adaptive High Beam Assist	-	Yes	-
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ADAS

Forward Collision Warning

Automatic Emergency Braking

Traffic Sign Recognition

Lane Departure Warning

Advance Internet
Live Location	-	Yes	-
Remote Immobiliser	-	Yes	-
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry	-	Yes	-
Engine Start Alarm	-	Yes	-
Remote Vehicle Status Check	-	Yes	-
PUC Expiry	-	Yes	-
Insurance Expiry	-	Yes	-
E-Manual	-	Yes	-
Inbuilt Assistant	-	Yes	-
Navigation With Live Traffic	-	Yes	-
Send POI to Vehicle From App	-	Yes	-
Live Weather	-	Yes	-
E-Call & I-Call	No	Yes	-
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	-	Yes	-
Google / Alexa Connectivity	-	Yes	-
Save Route/Place	-	Yes	-
SOS Button	-	Yes	-
RSA	-	Yes	-
Over Speeding Alert	Yes	Yes	-
Tow Away Alert	-	Yes	-
Valet Mode	-	Yes	-
Remote AC On/Off	-	Yes	-
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	-	Yes	-
Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop	-	Yes	-
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Advance Internet

Live Location

Remote Immobiliser

Unauthorised Vehicle Entry

Engine Start Alarm

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes	No
Wireless Phone Charging	-	Yes	No
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	9	10.25	8
Connectivity	-	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	No	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	No	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	4	4
Additional Features	USB cable mirroring	Twin HD 26.03 cm Infotainment, Harman Kardon Premium Audio with Amplifier & Sub-woofer, Wireless Android Auto And Apple CarPlay, Adrenox Connect	20.32 cm display link floating touchscreen,Wireless smartphone replication
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes	Yes
Tweeter	-	2	-
Speakers	Front & Rear	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
Mahindra XUV 3XO
- Spacious cabin among the roomiest in class.
- Well-specced lower variants such as the MX3 Pro and AX5.
- Long feature list including panoramic sunroof, L2 ADAS, 360° camera and twin 10.25” screens.
- Option of automatic with both petrol and diesel engine.

Force Gurkha
- No automatic on offer
- Cabin feels dated
- Rear seats get lap belts
- High-speed stability
Mahindra XUV 3XO
- Limited bootspace. No parcel shelf provided.
- Minor misses: seat ventilation, wireless Apple CarPlay.

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between Force Gurkha and Mahindra XUV 3XO?

A ) Force Gurkha price starts at ₹16.75 Lakh & Mahindra XUV 3XO price starts at ₹7.99 Lakh in New Delhi. Mahindra XUV 3XO is cheaper between these two cars.

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