5 questions buyers asked about this car, answered from what owners here report. Last checked 2026-08-28.
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overpriced compared to India
Commenters point out the engine's low horsepower (around 86hp) and say it feels a bit unrefined.
Last checked 2026-08-28 · confidence medium
Buyers like the build quality, locking differential, and off-road ability.
Last checked 2026-08-28 · confidence medium
Yes, the 5-door Gurkha variant in Nepal comes with a 7-seater layout (2+3+2).
Last checked 2026-08-28 · confidence medium
It runs a 2.6-litre FM2.6 CR CD turbo-diesel engine, 2596 cc, paired with 4WD and a low-range transfer case.
Last checked 2026-08-28 · confidence medium
Prices start at NPR 78,94,000 for the 3-door 4x4 and go up to around NPR 86,00,000 for the 5-door 4x4 variant (ex-showroom).
Last checked 2026-08-28 · confidence medium
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“around 40to 45 samma chai thikai hola 78 is just too expensive”
“Engine isn't so much refined.and the bhp lag in this segmen.only 86hp at 2.6ltr diesel engine..instrument console and dash is normal not so much fancy.overall look is osm and i will give 7 out of 10. As well as price is over high.”
“ओहो दामी र कलर पनि अति नै राम्रो छ,आरामदायी यात्रा हुन्छ होला बाबु,❤️❤️❤️👌👌👌👍🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵🎉🎉🎉”
“Gurkha is known as brave of the brave. Wait, I will buy.”
Engine isn’t so much refined … overall look is osm and I will give 7 out of 10. As well as price is over high.
The Gurkha’s off-road prowess is unmatched, but the interiors feel outdated compared to competitors.
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