Mahindra Bolero
Mahindra’s long-running body-on-frame utility vehicle, with a 1.5 diesel, rear-wheel drive and seven seats in a body under four metres. The October 2025 update brought a touchscreen, new styling and a reworked suspension, but the basics are unchanged. It suits buyers in smaller towns and rural areas who need toughness, easy repairs and load-carrying ability more than comfort or modern safety.
- Seating
- 7
- Engine
- 1493 cc
- Mileage
- 16.5 km/l
- Body-on-frame build with rear-wheel drive
- 76 PS, 210 Nm 1.5 diesel with a 5-speed manual
- Seven seats in a 3,995 mm body
- Four variants, ₹8.57–9.99 lakh ex-showroom
- Only two airbags, even on the top B8
- Touchscreen from B6 upwards
- B6₹9.37 lakh
It adds the things you will miss on the base car: power windows, central locking with a remote key, a touchscreen and steering controls, for about ₹80,000 over B4. B6 (O) and B8 add mostly lamps, alloys and trim.
- Maruti Suzuki Fronx₹6.85 – 11.84 lakh
- Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor₹7.43 – 12.78 lakh
- Tata Punch₹5.75 – 10.77 lakh
Mahindra Bolero specifications
- Mileage (ARAI)16.5 km/l
- TransmissionManual
- Body typeSUV
- Fuel typeDiesel
- Engine1493 cc
- Seating capacity7
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| Engines | 1.5 diesel |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | Manual |
| Power | 76 PS |
| Torque | 210 Nm |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 16.5 km/l |
| Seats | 7 |
| Length | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1745 mm |
| Height | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2680 mm |
| Ground clearance | 183 mm |
| Boot space | 370 litres |
| Fuel tank | 60 litres |
Mahindra Bolero variants: price and features
- Base variantBolero
B4
₹8.57 lakhOn-road priceKey features- Dual airbags
- ABS
- Rear parking sensors
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- Dual airbags
- ABS
- Rear parking sensors
- Digital instrument cluster
- Foldable third-row seats
- Micro-hybrid start-stop
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B6
₹9.37 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.80 lakh more than B4 for- 7-inch touchscreen
- Power windows
- Remote key with central locking
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- 7-inch touchscreen
- Power windows
- Remote key with central locking
- Steering-mounted audio controls
- Fabric seats
- USB-C port
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B6 (O)
₹9.69 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.32 lakh more than B6 for- Front fog lamps
- Static bending headlamps
- Rear wash and wiper
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- Front fog lamps
- Static bending headlamps
- Rear wash and wiper
- Driver information display
- Top variantBolero
B8
₹9.99 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.30 lakh more than B6 (O) for- Diamond-cut alloy wheels
- Leatherette upholstery
Our verdict on the Bolero
The Bolero is still bought for what it is: a simple, rugged, rear-wheel-drive diesel that copes with bad roads, heavy loads and village mechanics. The 2025 update made it more pleasant inside, but it remains a basic vehicle with two airbags, a 76 PS engine and an old-fashioned ride. If that toughness is what you need, the B6 is the sensible buy. If you mostly drive in town or on highways and want a newer design, more power and more safety kit, the Bolero Neo or a modern compact SUV will serve you better at a similar price.
Good things
- Rugged body-on-frame build and rear-wheel drive handle rough roads and loads
- Simple mechanicals that are cheap and easy to repair almost anywhere
- Seven seats in a footprint under four metres
- Prices stay under ₹10 lakh for every variant
Could be better
- Two airbags only; no variant offers more
- 76 PS is slow on highways, especially when loaded
- Side-facing third-row seats are best for short trips
- No automatic option
Mahindra Bolero colours and photos
- Diamond White
- DSAT Silver
- Rocky Beige
- Stealth Black
Mahindra Bolero: a working vehicle with a few modern touches
The Bolero is one of India’s longest-running utility vehicles, and the October 2025 update kept the formula intact. It is still built on a ladder frame, drives the rear wheels, and uses Mahindra’s 1.5-litre mHawk75 diesel with 76 PS and 210 Nm through a five-speed manual. What changed is the look, a new grille and dark styling options, a new top B8 trim, and a suspension update Mahindra calls RideFlo.
There are four variants: B4, B6, B6 (O) and B8. All get two front airbags, ABS and rear parking sensors. The B6 adds the everyday comforts like power windows, a remote key, central locking and a 7-inch touchscreen. B6 (O) adds fog lamps, bending headlamps and a rear wiper. B8 adds diamond-cut alloys and leatherette seats.
As of October 2026, prices run from ₹8.57 lakh to ₹9.99 lakh ex-showroom, after a price rise in May 2026. That is also the price of a well-equipped compact SUV with six airbags and a modern cabin, so the Bolero only makes sense if you need what it does well: rough roads, heavy loads and simple, cheap repairs far from a big city.
Which variant should you buy?
B6. It brings power windows, central locking, a touchscreen and steering controls for about ₹80,000 over B4. B6 (O) adds lamps and a rear wiper for ₹32,000 more, which is reasonable if you drive at night on unlit roads. B8’s alloys and leatherette are cosmetic.
Bolero or Bolero Neo?
The Neo also uses a ladder frame, but it has a 100 PS, 260 Nm version of the diesel, a more modern cabin and more equipment in higher trims. The classic Bolero is cheaper to buy and simpler. If you drive mostly on highways or carry passengers more than cargo, look at the Neo.
Is it safe enough for a family?
It has the legal minimum of two airbags plus ABS. Modern compact SUVs at this price offer six airbags and stability control. If the car is mainly for family use on good roads, we would choose one of those. The Bolero’s case rests on durability, not safety equipment.
Bolero vs rivals
| Spec | Mahindra Bolero₹8.57 – 9.99 lakh | Maruti Suzuki Fronx₹6.85 – 11.84 lakh | Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor₹7.43 – 12.78 lakh | Tata Punch₹5.75 – 10.77 lakh | Skoda Kylaq₹7.59 – 13.09 lakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | SUV | SUV | SUV | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG | Petrol |
| Engines | 1.5 diesel | 1.2 petrol, 1.0 turbo, 1.2 CNG | 1.2 petrol, 1.0 turbo, 1.2 CNG | 1.2 petrol, 1.2 turbo, 1.2 iCNG | 1.0 TSI turbo |
| Power | 76 PS | 100.06 PS | 100 PS | 120 PS | 115 PS |
| Gearbox | Manual | Manual, AMT, Automatic | Manual, AMT, Automatic | Manual, AMT | Manual, Automatic |
| Mileage | 16.5 km/l | 20.01–22.89 km/l, 28.51 km/kg (CNG) | 19.86–22.79 km/l | 18.8–20.09 km/l | 19.05–19.68 km/l |
| Seats | 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Boot | 370 litres | 308 litres | 308 litres | 366 litres | 446 litres |
| Compare | Viewing | Bolero vs Fronx | Bolero vs Urban Cruiser Taisor | Bolero vs Punch | Bolero vs Kylaq |
Mahindra Bolero mileage
- 1493 cc, DieselManual
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 16.5 km/l
- Variants
- 4
Mahindra Bolero on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹9.76 – 11.36 lakh
- Mumbai₹10.15 – 11.81 lakh
- Bengaluru₹10.35 – 12.04 lakh
- Chennai₹10.13 – 11.78 lakh
- Kolkata₹9.87 – 11.48 lakh
- Bhopal₹9.87 – 11.48 lakh
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
Bolero EMI
₹14,399 a month
On ₹8.57 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹1.71 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹1.78 lakh.
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Mahindra Bolero FAQ
What is the price of the Mahindra Bolero in India?
The Mahindra Bolero costs ₹8.57 to 9.99 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.
Which fuel options does the Mahindra Bolero come with?
The Mahindra Bolero is sold with diesel power (1.5 diesel).
What is the mileage of the Mahindra Bolero?
The claimed (ARAI) mileage of the Mahindra Bolero is 16.5 km/l.
How many people can the Mahindra Bolero seat?
The Mahindra Bolero is a 7-seater suv.
What is the length of the Mahindra Bolero?
The Mahindra Bolero is 3995 mm long, 1745 mm wide and 1880 mm tall, with a 2680 mm wheelbase.
How much boot space does the Mahindra Bolero have?
The Mahindra Bolero has 370 litres of boot space.
Does the Mahindra Bolero come with an automatic gearbox?
The Mahindra Bolero is offered with manual gearboxes.
What is the ground clearance of the Mahindra Bolero?
The Mahindra Bolero has 183 mm of ground clearance.
Which Mahindra Bolero variant should I buy?
It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.
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