Force Trax Cruiser: Specs, Price & Features

Force motors has been a known brand in India's utility vehicle market for years. Built mainly to carry passengers over rugged landscapes and rural roads, it is still a no-nonsense option where simplicity and passenger capacity are more important than sleek looks or luxurious comfort. 

Engine and Performance

Purportedly underpinning the Trax Cruiser is a 2.6-litre Mercedes-sourced FM 2.6 CR engine. It produces about 91 hp of power and 250 Nm of torque. The engine has a basic, robust configuration better suited to demanding road work than speeding freeways. It mates with a five-speed manual transmission that changes satisfactorily, if not as nicely as newer utility vehicles.

The diesel engine sacrifices refinement in favor of reliability and low-speed torque provision, which is beneficial in hilly or rough terrain. Refinement is still modest, even though engine noise and vibration are above average, particularly when top-heavy. Fuel economy is from 11 km/l to 13 km/l depending on road conditions, which, while reasonable for its size, is less than more up-to-date diesel competition.

Design and Build

The Force Trax Cruiser's styling still incorporates its functional heritage. Its boxy body design maximizes cabin room but does not provide much opportunity for looks. Its large windows, high roofline and wide doors prioritize functionality over looks.

The construction quality is solid, with a ladder-frame body that can handle rough rural roads and large numbers of passengers. However, such solidity contributes to its weight, with a minimal impact on acceleration and handling. In navigating tight inner-city streets, it can be clunky due to its wheelbase and large turning radius.

Force Trax Cruiser Seating Capacity and Comfort

Depending on the configuration, the Trax Cruiser can seat 9 to 13 people. It finds usage for school transportation, shuttle operations and rural-to-rural travel. There are upright, firm seats designed to carry more passengers than offer long-distance comfort. Ventilation via sliding windows is useful for short journeys, but air conditioning is still an added cost in most models.

Ride quality, with leaf-spring suspension on each axle, is stiff on rough roads. Although the configuration enhances load-carrying ability, it detracts from passenger comfort — jolts and vibrations are easily passed on within the cabin. For urban or highway drivers who anticipate luxurious interiors, the Cruiser's interior may appear old-fashioned.

Features Overview

The Trax Cruiser's feature list remains lean. It consists of power steering, fundamental instrument display, adjustable driver seat and halogen headlamps. Safety features in the form of seat belts and high-mounted stop lamps are standard fare, but sophisticated aids like ABS or airbags are not to be found across most models. For operators needing simplicity and ease of maintenance, such a design is reasonable. For private owners, the dearth of features is disappointing in the competitive environment of 2025.

Force Trax Cruiser Specifications

Category	Details
Engine Type	FM 2.6 CR Turbo Diesel Engine
Displacement	2596 cc
Power Output	90 hp @ 3200 rpm
Torque	250 Nm @ 1400–2400 rpm
Transmission	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Type	Diesel
Mileage (approx.)	11 – 13 km/l
Seating Capacity	9 – 13 Passengers
Suspension (front/rear)	Leaf Spring Setup
Brakes (front/rear)	Disc / Drum Combination
Steering Type	Power Assisted
Fuel Tank Capacity	60 litres
Dimensions (L × W × H)	5120 mm × 1818 mm × 2027 mm
Wheelbase	3050 mm
Ground Clearance	191 mm

Price and Variants

The Force Trax Cruiser ex-showroom price in India is between ₹ 12 lakh and ₹ 14 lakh based on variant and region. The variants vary primarily in the configuration of seats and small additions to features. The price seems competitive, particularly for institutions and fleet operators, but the Cruiser's lack of comfort and lack of contemporary tech restrict its appeal to individual buyers.

Conclusion

Its plainness is both its advantage and disadvantage: easy to look after, but a world away from contemporary demands. People-carrier buyers looking for a straightforward people carrier will find it sufficient; anyone looking for comfort, security and refinement will probably shop elsewhere.

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