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    Tata Safari vs Force Motors Gurkha vs Mahindra Thar

    CarWale brings you comparison of Tata Safari, Force Motors Gurkha and Mahindra Thar. The Tata Safari price is Rs. 18.91 Lakh, Force Motors Gurkha price is Rs. 19.67 Lakh and Mahindra Thar price is Rs. 13.24 Lakh. The Tata Safari is available in 1956 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel, Force Motors Gurkha is available in 2596 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel and Mahindra Thar is available in 1497 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel. Safari provides the mileage of 16.3 kmpl.

    Safari vs Gurkha vs Thar Comparison Overview

    Key HighlightsSafari Gurkha Thar
    PriceRs. 18.91 LakhRs. 19.67 LakhRs. 13.24 Lakh
    Engine Capacity1956 cc2596 cc1497 cc
    Power168 bhp138 bhp117 bhp
    TransmissionManualManualManual
    Fuel TypeDieselDieselDiesel
    Tata Safari
    Tata Safari
    Smart
    Rs. 18.91 Lakh
    On-Road Price, Howrah
    VS
    Force Motors Gurkha
    Force Motors Gurkha
    3 Door (4-Seater)
    Rs. 19.67 Lakh
    On-Road Price, Howrah
    VS
    Mahindra Thar
    Mahindra Thar
    AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD
    Rs. 13.24 Lakh
    On-Road Price, Howrah
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    Smart
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    Force Motors Gurkha
    3 Door (4-Seater)
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    Mahindra Thar
    AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD
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            Specifications and Finance

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            • Engine & Transmission
              Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)
              		14.3
              Engine
              		1956 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC2596 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
              Engine Type
              		Kryotec 2.0L Turbocharged EngineF M 2.6 CR CDD117 CRDe
              Fuel Type
              		DieselDieselDiesel
              Max Power (bhp@rpm)
              		168 bhp @ 3750 rpm138 bhp @ 3200 rpm117 bhp @ 3500 rpm
              Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
              		350 Nm @ 1750 rpm320 Nm @ 1400 rpm300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
              Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)
              		16.3View Mileage Details
              Driving Range (Km)
              		815
              Drivetrain
              		FWD4WD / AWDRWD
              Transmission
              		Manual - 6 Gears, Sport ModeManual - 5 GearsManual - 6 Gears
              Emission Standard
              		BS6 Phase 2BS6 Phase 2BS6 Phase 2
              Turbocharger / Supercharger
              		TurbochargedTurbochargedTurbocharged
              Electric Motor
            • Dimensions & Weight
              Length (mm)
              		466839653985
              Width (mm)
              		192218651820
              Height (mm)
              		179520801850
              Wheelbase (mm)
              		274124002450
              Ground Clearance (mm)
              		233226
            • Capacity
              Doors (Doors)
              		533
              Seating Capacity (Person)
              		744
              No of Rows (Rows)
              		322
              Bootspace (litres)
              		420500
              Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)
              		5063.545
            • Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres
              Front Suspension
              		Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring & Anti Roll BarIndependent Double Wishbone with Coil SpringIndependent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
              Rear Suspension
              		Semi Independent Twist Blade with Panhard Rod & Coil SpringMulti-link with Pan Hard Rod & Coil SpringMultilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar
              Front Brake Type
              		DiscDiscDisc
              Rear Brake Type
              		DiscDrumDrum
              Minimum Turning Radius (metres)
              		5.5
              Steering Type
              		Power assisted (Electric)Power assisted (Hydraulic)Power assisted (Hydraulic)
              Wheels
              		Alloy WheelsAlloy WheelsSteel Rims
              Spare Wheel
              		SteelSteel
              Front Tyres
              		235 / 65 R17255 / 65 R18245 / 75 R16
              Rear Tyres
              		235 / 65 R17255 / 65 R18245 / 75 R16

            Features

            • Safety
              Overspeed Warning
              		1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
              Lane Departure Warning
              Emergency Brake Light Flashing
              Puncture Repair Kit
              NCAP Rating
              		5 Star (Bharat NCAP)Not Tested4 Star (Global NCAP)
              Airbags6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
              Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
              Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
              Child Seat Anchor Points
              Seat Belt Warning
            • Braking & Traction
              Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
              Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
              Brake Assist (BA)
              Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
              Four-Wheel-Drive
              		Manual Shift - Electronic
              Hill Hold Control
              Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
              Hill Descent Control
              Differential Lock
              		Both AxlesCentre
            • Locks & Security
              Engine Immobiliser
              Central Locking
              		Remote
              Speed Sensing Door Lock
              Child Safety Lock
            • Comfort & Convenience
              Air Conditioner
              		Yes (Automatic Climate Control)Yes (Manual)Yes (Manual)
              Front ACSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
              Rear ACBlower, Vents on Pillars
              Third Row AC ZoneBlower, Vents on Pillars, Yes
              Heater
              Cabin Boot Access
              Anti-glare Mirrors
              		Manual - Internal OnlyManual - Internal OnlyManual - Internal Only
              Parking Assist
              		Visual display
              Parking Sensors
              		RearRearRear
              Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
              Steering Adjustment
              		Tilt & TelescopicTilt & TelescopicTilt
              12V Power Outlets
              		21
            • Seats & Upholstery
              Driver Seat Adjustment6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)
              Front Passenger Seat Adjustment6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
              Rear Row Seat Adjustment
              		6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
              Third Row Seat Adjustment
              		4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
              Seat Upholstery
              		FabricFabricVinyl
              Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
              Rear Passenger Seat TypeBenchCaptain SeatsBench
              Third Row Seat Type
              		Bench
              Interiors
              		Dual ToneSingle ToneSingle Tone
              Interior Colours
              		Dark GreyBlack
              Folding Rear Seat
              		PartialPartial
              Split Rear Seat
              		60:40 split50:50 split
              Split Third Row Seat
              		50:50 split
              Front Seatback Pockets
              Headrests
              		Front & RearFront & Rear
            • Storage
              Cup HoldersFront OnlyFront Only
              Third Row Cup Holders
            • Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
              ORVM Colour
              		BlackBody ColouredBlack
              Scuff Plates
              		Metallic
              Power Windows
              		Front & RearFront OnlyFront Only
              One Touch Down
              		Driver
              Adjustable ORVMs
              		Externally AdjustableExternally AdjustableInternally Adjustable
              Turn Indicators on ORVMs
              		Optional
              Rear Defogger
              Exterior Door HandlesBody ColouredBlackBlack
              Interior Door HandlesChromeUnpaintedBlack
              Door PocketsFront & Rear
              Bootlid Opener
              		Internal with KeyInternalInternal
            • Exterior
              Body-coloured Bumpers
              Body Kit
              		Cladding - Black/Grey
            • Lighting
              HeadlightsLED ProjectorLEDHalogen
              Follow Me Home Headlamps
              Cornering Headlights
              		Passive
              Taillights
              		LEDHalogenLED
              Daytime Running Lights
              		LEDLEDLED
              Fog Lights
              		HalogenHalogen on front
              Cabin LampsFront and RearFrontCentre
              Rear Reading Lamp
              Headlight Height Adjuster
            • Instrumentation
              Instantaneous Consumption
              Instrument Cluster
              		DigitalDigitalAnalogue - Digital
              Trip Meter2 Trips1 TripElectronic 2 Trips
              Average Fuel Consumption
              Average Speed
              Distance to Empty
              ClockDigitalDigital
              Low Fuel Level Warning
              Door Ajar Warning
              Adjustable Cluster Brightness
              Gear Indicator
              Shift Indicator
              Tachometer
              		DigitalAnalogue
            • Entertainment, Information & Communication
              Smart Connectivity
              		Android Auto (Yes), Apple Car Play (Yes)Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)
              Display
              		Touch-screen Display
              Touchscreen Size (inch)9
              Speakers
              		4
              Bluetooth Compatibility
              		Phone & Audio Streaming
              AUX Compatibility
              AM/FM Radio
              USB Compatibility
              iPod Compatibility
            • Manufacturer Warranty
              Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
              		Not ApplicableNot ApplicableNot Applicable
              Warranty (In Years)
              		333
              Warranty (In Kilometres)
              		100000300000Unlimited

            Brochure

            Colours

            Lunar Slate
            Black
            Stealth Black
            Stellar Frost
            Green
            Red Rage
            Red
            White

            User Reviews

            Overall Rating

            4.5/5

            20 Ratings

            5.0/5

            1 Rating

            4.7/5

            34 Ratings

            Rating Parameters

            4.9Exterior

            4.6Exterior

            4.2Comfort

            4.6Comfort

            4.0Performance

            4.8Performance

            4.1Fuel Economy

            4.5Fuel Economy

            4.1Value for Money

            4.7Value for Money

            Most Helpful Review

            Godfather of all Suv

            Great driving experience, with great stability, great comfort while riding, while driving safari you wont feel tired because of the great seating comfort, applicable for long trips also.

            Thar Review

            1. My Buying experience is shameless. 2. One of the best Riding Experiences I ever had. 3. Look of That Is good that everyone knows. 4. Service is Good. 5. Pros: Trending, Have Respect, Comfortable, 4*4 Wheeler. Cons: Overhyped, Mileage is not good, Manual on the price we can expect semi-automatic.

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            Safari vs Gurkha vs Thar Comparison FAQs

            Q: Which car is cheaper between Tata Safari, Force Motors Gurkha and Mahindra Thar?
            Tata Safari price is Rs. 18.91 Lakh, Force Motors Gurkha price is Rs. 19.67 Lakh and Mahindra Thar price is Rs. 13.24 Lakh. Hence Mahindra Thar is the cheapest amongst these cars.
            Q: How is the performance of Safari compared to Gurkha and Thar?
            For the Smart variant, 1956 cc Diesel engine of Safari produces 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm of power and 350 Nm @ 1750 rpm of torque. For the 3 Door (4-Seater) variant, 2596 cc Diesel engine of Gurkha produces 138 bhp @ 3200 rpm of power and 320 Nm @ 1400 rpm of torque. For the AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD variant, 1497 cc Diesel engine of Thar produces 117 bhp @ 3500 rpm of power and 300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm of torque.
            Disclaimer: For the above Comparison of Compare Safari, Gurkha and Thar, CarWale has taken utmost care in gathering precise and accurate information about price, specs, features, colours etc, however, CarWale cannot be held liable for any direct or indirect damage/loss. For Compare Safari, Gurkha and Thar comparison, we have considered most popular variant on CarWale as default, however, any variant of these cars can be compared.