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Force Gurkha vs Volkswagen Taigun

Should you buy Force Gurkha or Volkswagen Taigun? 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 Volkswagen Taigun price starts Rs 11.70 Lakh ex-showroom for 1.0 Comfortline (Petrol). Gurkha has 2596 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Taigun has 1498 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Gurkha has a mileage of - (Diesel top model)> and the Taigun has a mileage of 19.87 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Gurkha Vs Taigun

Key HighlightsForce GurkhaVolkswagen Taigun
On Road PriceRs.19,94,940*Rs.23,20,613*
Fuel TypeDieselPetrol
Engine(cc)25961498
TransmissionManualAutomatic
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Force Gurkha vs Volkswagen Taigun Comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.19,94,940*
Rs.23,20,613*
Finance Available (EMI)Rs.37,982/month
Rs.44,640/month
InsuranceRs.93,815
Gurkha Insurance

Rs.91,794
Taigun Insurance

User Rating
4.3
Based on 70 Reviews
4.3
Based on 238 Reviews
Brochure
Brochure not available

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
-
1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
Displacement (cc)
2596
1498
No. of Cylinders
4
4 Cylinder Cars
4
4 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
89.84bhp@3200rpm
147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
250Nm@1400-2400rpm
250Nm@1600-3500rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Turbo Charger
YesYes
Transmission TypeManual
Automatic
Gear Box
5-Speed
7-Speed DSG
Drive Type
4WD
FWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypeDiesel
Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)-
17.88
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)63
50
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
Coil Spring Suspension
McPherson suspension and stabiliser bar
Rear Suspension
Coil Spring Suspension
Twist beam axle
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Electric
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Turning Radius (Metres)
5.65
5.05
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Drum
Tyre Size
245/70 R16
205/55 R17
Tyre Type
Radial, Tubeless
Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)
16
No
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)-
17
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)-
17

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
4116
4221
Width (mm)
1812
1760
Height (mm)
2075
1612
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
-
188
Wheel Base (mm)
2400
2651
Kerb Weight (kg)
-
1310
Grossweight (kg)
-
1700
Rear Legroom (mm)
270
-
Front Track1490
1531
Rear Track1480
1516
Seating Capacity
4
5
Boot Space (Litres)
500
385
No. of Doors
3
5

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Windows Front
YesYes
Power Windows Rear
-
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
-
Yes
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
-
Yes
Vanity Mirror
-
Yes
Rear Reading Lamp
-
Yes
Rear Seat Headrest
-
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
-
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
-
Yes
Cup Holders Front
YesYes
Cup Holders Rear
-
Yes
Rear AC Vents
-
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
-
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
-
Yes
Foldable Rear Seat
-
60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button
-
Yes
Glove Box Cooling
-
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest
-
With Storage
Luggage Hook And NetYesYes
Lane Change Indicator
Yes-
Additional FeaturesHVAC,Multi Direction AC Vents,Dual USB Socket On Dashboard,Dual USB Socket For Rear Passenger,,Variable Speed Intermittent Wiper,Interior Light Diming,ond Row Passengers Entry(Rear)
Adjustable dual rear AC Vents,Front seats back pocket (both sides),Smart storage - bottle holder with easy open mat
One Touch Operating Power Window
-
Driver's Window
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess Entry-
Yes
Ventilated Seats
-
No
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
-
Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
YesYes

Interior

Tachometer
-
Yes
Glove Compartment
YesYes
Additional FeaturesDoor Trims With Dark Grey Theme,Floor Console With Bottle Holders,Moulded Floor Mat,Seat Upholstery With Dark Grey Theme
Seat upholstery GT-partial leatherette with Wild Cherry Red stitching,Center armrest in Leatherette, front,Laser red ambient lighting,Alu pedals,Premium dual tone interiors,High quality scratch-resistant dashboard,Chrome accent on air vents slider,Chrome accent on air vents frame,Driver side foot rest,Driver side sunvisor with ticket holder,Passenger side sunvisor,Foldable roof grab handles, front Foldable roof grab handles with hooks, rear,Ambient light pack: LEDs for door panel switches, front and rear reading lamps,Rear parcel tray
Digital Cluster-
Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)-
8
UpholsteryFabric
Leatherette

Exterior

Available Colors
Red
White
Orange
Green
Grey
Gurkha Colors
Lava Blue
Rising Blue Metallic
Curcuma Yellow
Carbon Steel Grey
Deep Black Pearl
Reflex Silver
Candy White
Wild Cherry Red
Taigun Colors
Body TypeSUV
All SUV Cars
SUV
All SUV Cars
Adjustable HeadlightsYesYes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
-
Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
-
Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper
-
Yes
Rear Window Wiper
-
Yes
Rear Window Washer
-
Yes
Rear Window Defogger
-
Yes
Alloy Wheels
-
Yes
Sun Roof
-
Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
-
Yes
Integrated Antenna-
Yes
Halogen Headlamps-
No
Cornering Headlamps
YesYes
Roof Rail
-
Yes
Lighting,LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
,LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps,Cornering Fog lights
LED DRLs
YesYes
LED Headlights
YesYes
LED Taillights
-
Yes
Additional Features-
GT branding on front grill,GT branding at rear,Chrome plaquette on the front fender with GT branding,Dual tone exterior with roof painted in Carbon Steel Grey,Signature Trapezoidal chrome wing, front,Chrome strip on grille - upper,Chrome strip on grille - lower,3D Chrome step grille,Front diffuser Silver painted,Muscular elevated bonnet with chiseled lines,Sharp dual shoulder lines,Functional roof rails, Silver,Side cladding, grained,Body coloured door mirrors housing with LED indicators,Body coloured door handles,Chrome applique on door handles,Chrome garnish on window bottom line,Rear diffuser Silver painted,Signature Trapezoidal chrome wing, rear,Dual tone exterior with Carbon Steel roof
Fog LightsFront
Front
Antenna-
Shark Fin
Sunroof-
Single Pane
Boot OpeningManual
Manual
Tyre Size
245/70 R16
205/55 R17
Tyre Type
Radial, Tubeless
Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)
16
No

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake Assist-
Yes
Central Locking
YesYes
Child Safety Locks
-
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes-
No. of Airbags2
6
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag Front-
Yes
Day Night Rear View Mirror
-
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
-
Yes
Door Ajar Warning
-
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
YesYes
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Electronic Stability Control
-
Yes
Advance Safety FeaturesFollow Me Home And Lead Me To Gurkha,One Touch Lane Change Indicator,Brake Type (Dual Circuit Hydraulic Brake,Vacuum Assisted
Red painted brake calliper in front,Multi-collison brakes (MCB),Brake disc wiping,Anti-slip regulation (ASR),Electronic differential lock system,All seats with 3-point seat belts,Auto-diing interior rearview mirror,Rain and Light sensor,Time fence,Safety alerts,Trip analysis,Documents due date reminder
Rear Camera
-
With Guidedlines
Anti Theft DeviceYes-
Anti Pinch Power Windows
-
Driver
Speed Alert
-
Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
-
Yes
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts
-
Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance
-
Yes
Geo Fence Alert
-
Yes
Hill Assist
-
Yes
Curtain Airbag-
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce DistributionYesYes

ADAS

Driver Attention Warning-
Yes

Advance Internet

Live Location-
Yes
Valet Mode-
Yes

Entertainment & Communication

Radio
YesYes
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN Audio-
Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
-
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Touch Screen
YesYes
Touch Screen size (Inch)
7
10
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
YesYes
Apple Car Play
YesYes
No. of Speakers
4
6
Additional Features-
GT welcome message on infotainment,Wireless- Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Usb PortsYesC-Type
Rear Touch Screen SizeNo-
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Pros and 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

    Volkswagen Taigun

    • Classy Volkswagen family SUV look
    • Punchy and refined 1.5-litre TSi engine
    • Impressive infotainment experience
    • Fun to drive
    • Automatic transmission with both engine options.

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