Mahindra

Mahindra Bolero Neo

A tough, body-on-frame seven-seater under four metres, with a 100 PS diesel, rear-wheel drive and a manual gearbox. It suits buyers who drive on poor roads, carry loads or need occasional extra seats, and who value durability over refinement. Families wanting modern safety kit will find more in a similarly priced monocoque SUV.

₹9.06 – 10.85 lakhEx-showroom, October 2026

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Seating: 7
Engine: 1493 cc
Mileage: 17.29 km/l

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At a glance

Seven seats in a sub-4-metre body
100 PS, 260 Nm diesel with rear-wheel drive
Body-on-frame chassis shared with Scorpio and Thar lineage
Locking rear differential on the N10 (O)
Claimed 17.29 km/l
Only two airbags on every variant

Our pick at each price

N10 (R)₹10.00 lakh
At just under ₹10 lakh it gets the touchscreen, cruise control, ISOFIX mounts, fog lamps and a rear wiper. It is the first trim that feels complete.
N10 (O)₹10.85 lakh
Worth the extra ₹85,000 only if you regularly drive on mud, sand or broken tracks. The manual locking differential makes a real difference there.

Rivals

Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor₹7.43 – 12.78 lakh
Skoda Kylaq₹7.59 – 13.09 lakh
Maruti Suzuki Fronx₹6.85 – 11.84 lakh

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Mahindra Bolero Neo specifications

Mileage (ARAI)17.29 km/l
TransmissionManual
Body typeSUV
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1493 cc
Seating capacity7

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Engines	1.5 diesel
Gearboxes	Manual
Power	100 PS
Torque	260 Nm
Mileage (ARAI)	17.29 km/l
Seats	7
Length	3995 mm
Width	1795 mm
Height	1817 mm
Wheelbase	2680 mm
Ground clearance	180 mm
Boot space	384 litres
Fuel tank	50 litres

Mahindra Bolero Neo variants: price and features

Base variant
Bolero Neo
N4
Diesel · 1493 cc · Manual · 17.29 km/l
₹9.06 lakhOn-road price
Key features
- Seven seats
- Dual airbags
- ABS with EBD
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- Seven seats
- Dual airbags
- ABS with EBD
- Front and rear power windows
- Engine start-stop
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Bolero Neo
N8
Diesel · 1493 cc · Manual · 17.29 km/l
₹9.69 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹0.63 lakh more than N4 for
- Fabric seats
- Bluetooth music system
- Steering audio controls
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- Fabric seats
- Bluetooth music system
- Steering audio controls
- Remote keyless entry
- Wheel-arch cladding
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Bolero Neo
N10 (R)
Diesel · 1493 cc · Manual · 17.29 km/l
₹10.00 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹0.31 lakh more than N8 for
- 9-inch touchscreen
- Cruise control
- ISOFIX mounts
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- 9-inch touchscreen
- Cruise control
- ISOFIX mounts
- Rear wiper and defogger
- Fog lamps
- Height-adjustable driver seat
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Bolero Neo
N11
Diesel · 1493 cc · Manual · 17.29 km/l
₹10.39 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹0.39 lakh more than N10 (R) for
- Rear-view camera
- Alloy wheels
- USB-C charging
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Top variant
Bolero Neo
N10 (O)
Diesel · 1493 cc · Manual · 17.29 km/l
₹10.85 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹0.46 lakh more than N11 for
- Manual locking differential
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Leatherette upholstery
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- Manual locking differential
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Leatherette upholstery
- Dual-tone paint
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Our verdict on the Bolero Neo

The Bolero Neo is built for a different job from most cars at its price. Its ladder frame, rear-wheel drive and torquey diesel make it durable on bad roads and happy carrying weight, and it fits seven seats into under four metres. The cost is comfort and safety. There are only two airbags, the ride is firmer than a monocoque SUV’s, and the third row is jump seats suited to children or short trips. For rural use, heavy loads or rough roads, it makes sense. For city families, a Maruti Ertiga, Kia Carens or a five-seat compact SUV will be safer and more comfortable for similar money.

Good things

Ladder-frame body and rear-wheel drive cope well with bad roads and loads
260 Nm diesel pulls well at low speed
Seven seats in a 3,995 mm body
Locking differential option for rough terrain

Could be better

Only two airbags across the range, with no stability control listed
Third-row seats are side-facing jump seats, suitable for children or short trips
Diesel manual only, with no automatic
Ride and refinement lag behind monocoque rivals at the same price

Mahindra Bolero Neo colours and photos

Colours on sale

Diamond White
Pearl White
Stealth Black
Rocky Beige
Jeans Blue
Concrete Grey
Pearl White DT
Jeans Blue DT
Concrete Grey DT

Mahindra Bolero Neo: a rugged seven-seater for rough roads

The Bolero Neo is the more modern of Mahindra’s two Boleros. It is 3,995 mm long and 1,817 mm tall, uses a body-on-frame chassis and drives the rear wheels. The 1.5-litre mHawk100 diesel makes 100 PS and 260 Nm, and comes only with a five-speed manual. It is built for durability on poor roads rather than for comfort.

Mahindra refreshed it in October 2025 with a new grille, new colours, reworked suspension it calls RideFlo, and a new top N11 trim with a rear camera. Prices now run from ₹9.06 lakh to ₹10.85 lakh ex-showroom across five trims: N4, N8, N10 (R), N11 and N10 (O). The engine and gearbox were not changed in the update, and claimed economy is 17.29 km/l.

The N10 (O) adds what Mahindra calls Multi-Terrain Technology, a manual locking differential that helps on loose surfaces. Every version has two airbags, ABS with EBD and seven seats, with the last two as side-facing jump seats in the boot. There is no stability control in the published specification, which is now unusual at this price.

Which variant should you buy?

N10 (R). It adds the touchscreen, cruise control, ISOFIX mounts, fog lamps, a rear wiper and armrests over the N8, for about ₹30,000 more. N11 adds a rear camera and alloys for ₹40,000 more, useful in a car this tall. N10 (O) is for those who need the locking differential.

Is it safe enough for a family?

It has two airbags and ABS, and no stability control is listed. Similarly priced SUVs such as the Hyundai Exter or Tata Punch offer six airbags or stronger crash ratings. If most of your driving is with family on highways, we would look at those first.

How does it compare with the Maruti Ertiga?

The Ertiga is a proper three-row MPV with forward-facing seats, an automatic option, factory CNG and a smoother ride. The Bolero Neo is tougher and better on broken roads. Pick the Ertiga for family use, the Bolero Neo for rough conditions and heavy duty.

Bolero Neo or the classic Bolero?

The Neo has a more modern cabin, a touchscreen, cruise control and better driving manners. The classic Bolero is simpler and cheaper to keep. For most private buyers the Neo is the better choice.

Bolero Neo vs rivals

Spec	Mahindra Bolero Neo₹9.06 – 10.85 lakh	Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor₹7.43 – 12.78 lakh	Skoda Kylaq₹7.59 – 13.09 lakh	Maruti Suzuki Fronx₹6.85 – 11.84 lakh	Maruti Suzuki Brezza₹7.50 – 13.71 lakh
Body	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV
Fuel	Diesel	Petrol, CNG	Petrol	Petrol, CNG	Petrol, CNG
Engines	1.5 diesel	1.2 petrol, 1.0 turbo, 1.2 CNG	1.0 TSI turbo	1.2 petrol, 1.0 turbo, 1.2 CNG	1.0 turbo, 1.5 petrol, 1.5 CNG
Power	100 PS	100 PS	115 PS	100.06 PS	110.12 PS
Gearbox	Manual	Manual, AMT, Automatic	Manual, Automatic	Manual, AMT, Automatic	Manual, Automatic
Mileage	17.29 km/l	19.86–22.79 km/l	19.05–19.68 km/l	20.01–22.89 km/l, 28.51 km/kg (CNG)	19.96–21.09 km/l, 26.9 km/kg (CNG)
Seats	7	5	5	5	5
Boot	384 litres	308 litres	446 litres	308 litres	328 litres
Compare	Viewing	Bolero Neo vs Urban Cruiser Taisor	Bolero Neo vs Kylaq	Bolero Neo vs Fronx	Bolero Neo vs Brezza

Mahindra Bolero Neo mileage

1493 cc, DieselManual
Claimed (ARAI)
17.29 km/l
Variants
5

Mahindra Bolero Neo on-road price and EMI

Every state →

New Delhi₹10.31 – 12.84 lakh
Mumbai₹10.72 – 13.03 lakh
Bengaluru₹10.93 – 13.53 lakh
Chennai₹10.70 – 13.44 lakh
Kolkata₹10.43 – 12.57 lakh
Bhopal₹10.43 – 12.78 lakh

Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.

Bolero Neo EMI

₹15,222 a month

On ₹9.06 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹1.81 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹1.89 lakh.

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Mahindra Bolero Neo FAQ

What is the price of the Mahindra Bolero Neo in India?

The Mahindra Bolero Neo costs ₹9.06 to 10.85 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 Neo come with?

The Mahindra Bolero Neo is sold with diesel power (1.5 diesel).

What is the mileage of the Mahindra Bolero Neo?

The claimed (ARAI) mileage of the Mahindra Bolero Neo is 17.29 km/l.

How many people can the Mahindra Bolero Neo seat?

The Mahindra Bolero Neo is a 7-seater suv.

What is the length of the Mahindra Bolero Neo?

The Mahindra Bolero Neo is 3995 mm long, 1795 mm wide and 1817 mm tall, with a 2680 mm wheelbase.

How much boot space does the Mahindra Bolero Neo have?

The Mahindra Bolero Neo has 384 litres of boot space.

Does the Mahindra Bolero Neo come with an automatic gearbox?

The Mahindra Bolero Neo is offered with manual gearboxes.

What is the ground clearance of the Mahindra Bolero Neo?

The Mahindra Bolero Neo has 180 mm of ground clearance.

Which Mahindra Bolero Neo 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.