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Great News! Force Gurkha to be launched in Indian market on September 15
Force has confirmed that it will unveil its Gurkha SUV on September 15.
With a flurry of upgrades, the BS6 Gurkha was initially exhibited at the2020 Auto Expo. With the transition to BS6 standards, the Force Gurkha has been extensively changed for 2021. Only the 2.6-litre turbo-diesel engine is still available. This engine is based on Mercedes-OM616 Benz’s and produces 90PS and 260 Nm when paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. With this upgrade, the Gurkha’s chassis has been extensively altered to meet the most recent safety requirements and to enhance both on and off-road performance. To a considerable extent, heavy-duty off-roading equipment has been carried through. A 4×4 system with a short-range transfer case, a stiff front axle, and locking differentials on both axles is therefore available. The utilitarian dashboard has been replaced with a more modern design that includes a touchscreen entertainment system and a reversing camera. The air vents are rotating, and the instrumentation has been updated to accommodate a MID. A forward-facing bench has been installed in lieu of the now-illegal side-facing chairs at the back. Dual airbags, ABS, a speed warning function, and a seatbelt reminder are among the safety features. The top-of-the-line Xtreme model is also promised, featuring additional guard rails, a roof carrier, and a snorkel. The upgraded Force Gurkha will compete with the new Mahindra Thar, however, we expect the Gurkha to considerably undercut the Mahindra because to the Mahindra’s move upmarket. Ex-showroom, prices could start at approximately Rs 10 lakh. Another competitor is the Maruti Suzuki Jimny, which is expected to debut in India next year.
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Improved version of Hyundai Creta launched in Indian market: Check it out here
Hyundai India launched the much-awaited Creta Knight Edition in the country at a starting price of Rs 13.51 lakh (ex-showroom, all-India). This new variant is available in both petrol and diesel engine options and can be had either with a manual or an automatic transmission unit. To read more about the Creta Knight Edition, click here. In addition to this, the company has also introduced a model-year update for the Hyundai Creta with new feature additions.
The 2022 Hyundai Creta is now available in a new Denim Blue colour option and the Highline TPMS is now standard across all variants. The SX (O) trim now also gets a glossy black centre console. Furthermore, the company will offer the iMT option on the 1.5-litre petrol ‘S’ variant to further expand choices for the customers. The new S+ variant powered by a 1.4-litre T-GDi petrol engine with 7DCT now gets an additional set of features, such as –
– Smart panoramic sunroof
– 16-inch black alloy wheels
– Smartphone wireless charger
– Rear Disc Brakes
– Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
– Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
– Hill start assist control (HAC)
– Paddle shifters
– Metal pedals
– Electric and auto-folding ORVMs
– Power window auto up/down
Mechanically, the SUV continues to be powered by the existing petrol and diesel engine options.