The Mahindra Thar Armada 5-Door and Force Gurkha 5-Door are set for a debut this year in India; Launch, Price and Specs
The lifestyle vehicle segment seems to be moving towards practicality while maintaining off-road capabilities as the 5-door versions of the Mahindra Thar and Force Gurkha are just around the corner. Lifestyle off-road SUVs Launching In India.
Force Gurkha 5-Door
Spied testing a few times on the Indian roads, the Force Gurkha will soon get a 5-door version. While the exact details are under wraps, the recent teaser shared by the company hints at the imminent launch. In terms of design, there will be a few changes from the current 3-door Gurkha such as a new headlamp design, 18-inch alloy wheels, revised bumpers, a longer overhang and more. The overall length and wheelbase will see a decent bump and it will be offered in multiple seating configurations. The wheelbase will measure 2,825mm long, a good 425mm longer than the 3-door version.
Under the hood, the Force Gurkha will draw power from the familiar Mercedes-sourced 2.6-litre turbo diesel engine putting out 90 bhp and 250 Nm of peak torque. Expect the power output to go up and it will be mated to a 5-speed automatic gearbox.
Also Read: Force Gurkha 5-Door Teased: Will it Make Sense?
Mahindra Thar Armada 5-Door
Expected to go by the name Thar Armada, the SUV will be launched in the second half of 2024. The leaked spy images suggest that the Thar 5-Door will get slight changes in design such as a new front grille, LED headlamps, new 19-inch alloy wheels, redesigned tail lamps and more. Inside the cabin, a new steering wheel, a 10.25-inch infotainment system, front and rear armrests, an electric sunroof and push-button start will be a part of the package. In terms of dimensions, there will be a decent bump in the wheelbase and overall length.
Based on the Scorpio N’s platform, the off-road SUV will be powered by the familiar 2.2-litre mHawk turbo diesel and 2.0-litre mStallion turbo-petrol engines, paired with the option of a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic gearbox. The Thar Armada will only be offered in 4WD versions at the time of launch and the 2WD option is expected to arrive at a later stage. As per the reports, the production of the Thar 5-Door will start in June.
