Force Urbania Deluxe (134 BHP) Revealed: Here is What You Need to Know

Anyone who has ever taken a long group trip in a commuter van up to hill station like Shimla or Ooty know the drill. These van carry plenty of people but the second you hit a steep incline with a full load of passenger and luggage the engine start groaning. Driver end up riding the clutch down shifting constantly and burn through fuel just to maintain a steady speed.

Force Motors seems to have taken that exact feedback to heart. They just introduced the Force Urbania Deluxe with 134 BHP diesel engine, starting at ₹28.70 lakh (ex-showroom).

This isn’t just a basic sticker job either. They bumped up the power output under the hood and threw in a bunch of cabin tweaks that make it feel less like a public transport bus and more like a proper hotel shuttle.

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Under the Hood: The 134 BHP Engine Bump

The standard Urbania was decent, but steep hill climbs with a full cabin definitely pushed its limits. For the Deluxe trim Force retun their Mercedes derived 2.6-litre four cylinder turbo diesel unit (the FM2.6CR ED engine).

Here are the actual engine number:

• Power Output: 134 BHP (100 kW) @ 2950 RPM
• Torque: 350 Nm between 1400 and 2200 RPM
• Transmission: 5-speed manual with a dash mount cable shifter
• Platform: Monocoque chassis with independent front suspension

That extra 20 horse power make a solid difference in the real world. Because all 350 Nm of torque kick in early at 1400 rpm the driver doesn’t have to keep thrash the gear to over take or pull up a hill. It just pulls smoothly without feeling strained.

Inside the Cabin: What Actually Changed?

Most commercial vans come with scratchy plastics and basic vinyl seats that wear out fast. For the Deluxe, Force upgraded the materials to appeal to luxury tour operators, boutique hotels, and corporate fleets.

• Better Seat Soft leatherette upholstery replace the older fabric setup pair with padded interior side panel.
• Faux-Wood Floor: It give the cabin a clean premium look and happen to be way easier to wash down after a dusty road trip.
• Power Footstep: A motorize step slide out automatically whenever the side door open making it much easier for older folks to step inside.
• Dashboard Tech: There is a new digital TFT instrument cluster for the driver, plus a 9-inch touchscreen setup.
• Passenger Perks: Every single row gets backlit USB Type-A and Type-C charging slots, along with an 8-speaker sound system.

Sizes and Seating Options

Force kept the monocoque frame for the Urbania platform instead of using a clunky truck-style ladder chassis. That simple choice makes a massive difference—it drives more like a heavy MPV, so passengers don’t get bounced around as much over rough patches.

You can pick up the Urbania Deluxe in three different wheelbase sizes:

• Short Wheelbase (3,350 mm): Built for 9+D and 10+D seating. Great for tight city runs.
• Medium Wheel base (3,615 mm): Configure for 9+D, 12+D and 13+D layout. This is the sweet spot for regular highway charter.
• Long Wheel base (4,400 mm): Handles 12+D, 13+D and 16+D setup for bigger tour group.

Safety Feature That Matter

Heavy vans in India haven’t always had the best reputation for safety, but Force packed a decent list of active and passive gear into this model:

• All-wheel disc brake (huge for stop a heavy vehicle on down hill mountain pass)
• Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and ABS with EBD
• Engine Drag Torque Control (stop wheel from locking during aggressive down shift)
• 3-point seatbelts for every single seat, not just the front two
• Dual front airbag and a crash test monocoque body

Warranty and Owner Peace of Mind

If you run a fleet reliability matter more than flashy feature. Force includes their updated Force Care Package with the Deluxe:

• 5-year / 500,000 km warranty covering the chassis frame and core powertrain elements.
• 3-year warranty on electrical sensors.
• 3-year roadside assistance (RSA).
• Built in i Pulse telematic so fleet operator can track vehicle location, speed and engine alert in real time.

Quick Verdict

If you run a travel agency, hotel transfer business, or executive shuttle fleet, the Force Urbania Deluxe with 134 BHP diesel engine is a smart upgrade. The power bump directly fixes the old low-end drag issue on hills, and the cleaner interior makes for a much better customer experience.

Quick Tip: If your routes regularly involve ghats or mountain passes, go for the Medium Wheelbase (12+D). The power-to-weight ratio with this 134 BHP motor on that frame feels balanced and easier to handle through tight bends.