Let's compare Force Gurkha 3 Door vs Kia Seltos HTE

Compare Force Gurkha 3 Door vs Kia Seltos HTE price, specifications, mileage, features and performance to find the best car for you.

Force Gurkha 3 Door
Force Gurkha
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Here is a detailed comparison of price:

Force Gurkha 3 Door

Price

₹ 18.52 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 34,201/month

Kia Seltos HTE

Price

₹ 12.54 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 23,152/month

From the above comparison, we can conclude that Kia Seltos feels light on the pocket compared to Force Gurkha by ₹5,98,352.

Dimensions & Seating

Body Type

Suv

Suv

Length

3965 mm

4460 mm +495

Width

1865 mm +35

1830 mm

Height

2080 mm +445

1635 mm

WheelBase

2400 mm

2690 mm +290

Ground Clearance

233 mm +33

200 mm

Seating Capacity

4

5 +1

Fuel Tank Capacity

63.5 Liters +13.5

50 Liters

Boot Space

500 Liters +53

447 Liters

Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type

Diesel

Petrol

Mileage (KMPL)

9.5 Km/l

17.7 Km/l +8.2

Range

540 Kms

855 Kms +315

Engine Type

Fm2.6 Cr Cd

Smartstream G1.5

Powertrain Assistance

--

No

Emission Standards

Bs Vi

Bs Vi

No. of Cylinders

4

4

Displacement

2596 cc +1099

1497 cc

Max Power

138 bhp @ 3200 rpm +25

113 bhp @ 6300 rpm

Max Torque

320 Nm @ 1400 rpm +176

144 Nm @ 4500 rpm

Transmission Type

MT

MT

Gear Box

5-Speed M

6-MT

Drive Type

4X4

FWD

Top Speed

150

167 +17

Steering and Suspension

Tilt Adjust

Yes

Yes

Telescopic Adjust

Yes

--

Turning Radius

5.5 +0.1

5.4

Front Suspension

Independent double wishbone with coil spring

McPherson Strut

Rear Suspension

Multi-link with Pan hard rod & coil spring

CTBA with Coil Spring

Front Brakes

Disc

Disc

Rear Brakes

Drum

Disc

Safety & Security

Airbags

2

6 +4

Seatbelt Warning

Yes

Yes

Over Speeding Warning

Yes

Yes

Anti-lock Braking System

Yes

Yes

ESP

--

Yes

Brake Assist

--

--

Tyre Pressure Monitor System

Yes

Yes

Reverse Camera

No

Yes

360 Camera

No

No

Hill Assist

--

Yes

Hill Descent Control

No

No

Child Lock

Yes

Yes

Isofix Child Seat Mount

Yes

Yes

Engine Immobilizer

Yes

Yes

ADAS

No

No

Comfort & Convenience

Power Windows

Only Front

Front And Rear

ORVM Adjustment

Manual

Electric

Request Sensors

--

--

Push Button Start

No

No

Cruise Control

No

Yes

Keyless Entry

--

--

Steering Mounted Control

--

Yes

Climate Control

--

--

Rear AC Vents

No

Yes

Adjustable Steering Column

Yes

Yes

Interior Features

Upholstery

Fabric

Fabric

Adjustable Front Seats

Yes

Yes

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Yes

Yes

Rear Armrest

Yes

No

Rear Cup Holders

--

--

Front Cup Holders

--

Yes

Cooled Glovebox

No

No

Exterior Features

Sunroof

No

No

Wheels

Alloy

Steel Rims

Fog Lights

Yes

No

Tyre Size

255/65 R18

205 / 65 R16

Daytime Running Lights

--

LED

Headlight Type

Projector

Projector Led

Tailgate

Manual

Electric

Roof Rails

No

No

Rear Wiper

No

No

Infotainment & Telematics

Touch Screen

Yes

Yes

Screen Size

9 inch

10.25 inch

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Navigation System

No

No

Speakers

4

6

Remote App Control

No

No

Wireless Charging

No

No

Smartphone Connectivity

Yes

Yes

Telematics

Digital

Digital

Connectivity & Internet

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Navigation

No

No

Smartphone Connectivity

Yes

Yes

Force Gurkha Vs Kia Seltos Colors
Force Gurkha Black

Black

Kia Seltos Ivory Silver Gloss

Ivory Silver Gloss

Force Gurkha Black

Black

Kia Seltos Ivory Silver Gloss

Ivory Silver Gloss

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Force Gurkha Vs Kia Seltos FAQs

The Gurkha 3 Door starts around ₹16.75 lakh (ex-showroom) in many cities. On-road in Delhi it comes near ₹19.9-20 lakh depending on variant, taxes, RTO, etc.

Under its hood sits a 2.6-litre diesel engine (FM 2.6 CR CD), making about 138 bhp @ 3200 rpm and 320 Nm torque between ~1,400-2,600 rpm. Transmission is 5-speed manual, and drivetrain is 4WD with mechanical lockers/differentials for serious off-road grip.

The Gurkha 3 Door measures ~3,965 mm in length, 1,865 mm in width, and 2,080 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,400 mm. Ground clearance is about 233 mm. Boot space is ~500 litres.

Owner-reported real-world mileage is about 12 kmpl in mixed city driving. ARAI certified or claimed mileage is a bit higher depending on variant and driving conditions.

This is not a city slicker. Gurkha 3 Door shines when you hit rough roads, off-road trails, mud, water crossings (with snorkel optional or standard in some trims), mountain roads with steep inclines, or remote forest tracks. If your daily commute is potholes, inclines, rough surfaces, or if you live somewhere with seasonal rough terrain, then Gurkha makes sense.

Buy it if you love adventure more than comfort, want a car that looks badass and can take a beating. If your roads are bad, or your trips include off-road escapes or needing 4×4, this is your kind of car. If you want luxury tech or rear-seat softness, maybe less so.

You get basics like dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, traction control, heavy duty chassis, good brakes front, durable rear, steel wheels, big tyres (255/65 R18 in many trims), good ground clearance, and rugged suspension setup. It isn’t plush, but built to endure.

Let’s estimate: assume you drive ~15,000 km per year (75,000 km in 5 yrs). If average is ~12 kmpl, fuel cost = For 75,000 km, you need ~6,250 litres (75,000 ÷ 12 ≈ 6,250). If diesel is ₹90/litre (approx), fuel cost = ₹5,62,500 over 5 years. Add in maintenance, tyres (thick tyres + offroad wear), insurance, tax = maybe another ₹1.5-2 lakh or more depending on use. So 5-year ownership could easily touch ₹7-8 lakh+ (fuel + servicing + insurance etc) for heavy offroad use. For mild city & highway mix maybe less.

The 2026 Seltos is not just a facelift. It rides on a new platform with a longer wheelbase, wider stance, updated interiors and a fresh design that feels more premium and bold compared to the earlier Seltos.

It has an aggressive front fascia with Kia’s new “Digital Tiger Face” grille, vertical LED DRLs, sharper body lines and a wider track, making it look more SUV-like and confident on the road than the older model.

Yes, the Seltos now carries the same bold design cues seen in bigger Kia SUVs like the Kia EV9 and Kia Telluride, giving it a premium feel and a stronger road presence.

Kia positions it as a premium mid-size SUV with strong tech and safety features, targeting buyers who want more than basic SUVs but without stepping up to the pricier large SUV segment.

It competes with rivals like the Hyundai Creta, Tata Sierra, Maruti Grand Vitara, and other mid-size SUVs.

The base trim offers essential SUV tech such as touchscreen infotainment, multiple airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors and good build quality.

Buyers who want a feature-rich, bold looking SUV with options in petrol, turbo petrol and diesel, strong safety kit, and comfortable cabin space will find the Seltos hard to ignore.
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