2021 Force Gurkha is all set to launch on September 27. Now, we have learned that its official bookings will also commence on the same day, while the deliveries will begin on Dussehra, i.e., October 15. It will go up against the Mahindra's highly popular Thar SUV, which now has become slightly urban-friendly, whereas the Gurkha is still for you off-road hunger.
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The all-new Force Gurkha has undergone subtle design changes. Though it retains its G-Wagon-inspired boxy silhouette, the brand claims that its each body panel has been redesigned. The notable design elements of the new Gurkha include a revised front grille with the ‘GURKHA’ badging, round LED headlamps with daytime running lamps (DRLs), new bumpers at both ends, new glass panes for the windows & windscreens, etc.
Inside, it gets an all-new black-colored dashboard that looks more contemporary than its predecessor’s. It also comes with front-facing captain seats with individual armrests in the second row, making it a proper four-seater SUV. These seats can be accessed via the tailgate. Besides, it also comes with optional side-facing child seats that can be installed in the boot for added occupancy.
In terms of features, the off-roader comes with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 4-speaker sound system, front power windows, manual AC, dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, speed-sensing door lock, rear parking sensors, and tire pressure monitoring system.
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Powering the new Gurkha is the Mercedes-derived 2.6-liter diesel engine (91PS/250Nm) that comes paired with a 5-speed manual transmission along with a low-range transfercase, manually locking front & rear differentials, and an air-intake snorkel.
