Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus
A longer, nine-seat version of the Bolero Neo, with a bigger 2.2-litre diesel, a 6-speed manual and a tough body-on-frame build. It suits large families and small businesses in towns and rural areas who need to move many people on rough roads and value toughness over comfort or safety tech.
- Seating
- 9
- Engine
- 2184 cc
- Mileage
- 14 km/l
- 2.2 mHawk diesel with 120 PS and 280 Nm
- Nine seats in a 2-3-4 layout, third row faces sideways
- Body-on-frame build with rear-wheel drive
- 6-speed manual only, no automatic
- Dual airbags and ABS; no ESC listed
- P10 adds touchscreen, alloys, ISOFIX and rear wiper
- P10₹12.56 lakh
For about ₹1.1 lakh more than the P4 you get ISOFIX mounts, a rear wiper and defogger, fog lamps, a touchscreen, fabric seats, a folding middle row and alloy wheels. The P4 feels bare for a family car at this price.
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Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus specifications
- Claimed mileage14 km/l
- Transmission6-speed manual, rear-wheel drive
- Body typeSUV
- Fuel typeDiesel
- Engine2184 cc
- Seating capacity9
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| Engines | 2.2 mHawk120 turbo diesel |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | 6-speed manual, rear-wheel drive |
| Power | 88.26 kW (120 PS) |
| Torque | 280 Nm |
| Claimed mileage | 14 km/l |
| Seats | 9 |
| Length | 4400 mm |
| Width | 1795 mm |
| Height | 1812 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2680 mm |
| Ground clearance | Not published |
| Boot space | Not published |
| Fuel tank | 60 litres |
Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus variants: price and features
- Base variantBolero Neo Plus
P4
₹11.46 lakhOn-road priceKey features- Dual front airbags
- ABS with EBD
- Rear parking sensors
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- Dual front airbags
- ABS with EBD
- Rear parking sensors
- Power windows front and rear
- Air-conditioning with Eco mode
- Engine start-stop (micro hybrid)
- Top variantBolero Neo Plus
P10
₹12.56 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹1.10 lakh more than P4 for- 22.8 cm touchscreen with Bluetooth
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- ISOFIX child seat mounts
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- 22.8 cm touchscreen with Bluetooth
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- ISOFIX child seat mounts
- Rear wiper, washer and defogger
- Front fog lamps
- Electrically adjustable mirrors and remote locking
Our verdict on the Bolero Neo Plus
The Bolero Neo Plus does one job well: it carries a lot of people over bad roads and shrugs off hard use. The 2.2 diesel has more pull than the smaller Bolero Neo's 1.5, and the ladder frame and simple mechanicals suit rural running and long ownership. But the extra seats are side-facing jump seats in the boot, safety stops at two airbags and ABS, there is no automatic, and the cabin is basic for ₹11-12.5 lakh. If you rarely need more than seven seats, a Maruti Ertiga or Kia Carens is safer, more comfortable and easier to live with in the city, and the regular Bolero Neo is cheaper. Buy the Neo Plus only if you truly need nine seats and a rugged diesel, and then pick the P10.
Good things
- Strong 2.2 diesel with useful low-end pull for a loaded car
- Tough body-on-frame build that copes with poor roads
- Seats nine for the price of a mid-size family car
- Mahindra's wide dealer and service network, including small towns
Could be better
- Third-row seats face sideways and are best for short trips
- Only two airbags and no electronic stability control listed
- Manual gearbox only, with heavy, truck-like manners in traffic
- Base P4 lacks basics like a rear wiper, ISOFIX and a touchscreen
Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus colours and photos
- Diamond White
- DSat Silver
- Napoli Black
Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus: nine seats and a big diesel, not much else
The Bolero Neo Plus is a stretched Bolero Neo. At 4,400 mm long it is about 400 mm longer than the regular Neo, and that extra length goes into a rear compartment with side-facing bench seats, making it a nine-seater in a 2-3-4 layout. It shares the ladder-frame chassis, rear-wheel drive and tall, boxy shape that make the Bolero name popular in smaller towns and on rough roads.
Power comes from Mahindra's 2.2-litre mHawk diesel, rated at 88.26 kW (120 PS) and 280 Nm, paired with a 6-speed manual. There is no petrol, no automatic and no four-wheel drive. The claimed ARAI figure is 14 km/l, and the 60-litre tank gives a long range between fills. Front suspension is double wishbone and the rear is multi-link, with disc brakes in front and drums at the back.
Mahindra sells two passenger versions, P4 and P10, both nine-seaters at ₹11.46 lakh and ₹12.56 lakh ex-showroom. Both get dual airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors and power windows. The P10 adds the things most families will want: a 22.8 cm touchscreen, ISOFIX mounts, a rear wiper and defogger, fog lamps, alloy wheels and a folding middle row with an armrest.
Is the Neo Plus a good family car?
Only if you need to seat more than seven people often. The rear jump seats face each other and are tight for adults on long trips. Safety kit is basic. For a family of five to seven, an Ertiga, Carens or even the regular Bolero Neo gives a better mix of comfort, safety and cost.
Bolero Neo or Bolero Neo Plus?
The Neo is under four metres, cheaper and has a 1.5 diesel with seven seats. The Neo Plus costs more, is longer and gets the stronger 2.2 diesel and two more seats. If you do not need the extra seats, the Neo is easier to park and saves money.
Which version should I buy, P4 or P10?
The P10. The P4 has vinyl seats and no rear wiper, defogger, fog lamps, ISOFIX or touchscreen. The P10 fixes all of these for about ₹1.1 lakh more, which also helps resale.
How much space is there for luggage?
Very little with all nine seats in use, as the side-facing seats sit in the boot area. Mahindra quotes up to 696 litres with those seats folded, which is generous for a car this price. Plan on either full seating or full luggage, not both.
Bolero Neo Plus vs rivals
| Spec | Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus₹11.46 – 12.56 lakh | Kia Syros₹8.42 – 15.82 lakh | Hyundai Venue₹8.00 – 15.65 lakh | Citroen C3 Aircross₹8.89 – 14.52 lakh | MG Astor₹9.79 – 15.30 lakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | SUV | SUV | SUV | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engines | 2.2 mHawk120 turbo diesel | 1.0 turbo petrol, 1.5 diesel | 1.2 petrol, 1.0 turbo, 1.5 diesel | 1.2 petrol, 1.2 turbo petrol | 1.5 petrol |
| Power | 88.26 kW (120 PS) | 120 PS | 120 PS | 110 PS | 110 PS |
| Gearbox | 6-speed manual, rear-wheel drive | Manual, Automatic, DCT | Manual, Automatic | Manual, Automatic | Manual, CVT |
| Mileage | 14 km/l | 17.65–20.75 km/l | 17.9–20.99 km/l | 17.5–18.5 km/l | 14.82–15.43 km/l |
| Seats | 9 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Boot | — | 465 litres | 375 litres | 444 litres | 488 litres |
| Compare | Viewing | Bolero Neo Plus vs Syros | Bolero Neo Plus vs Venue | Bolero Neo Plus vs C3 Aircross | Bolero Neo Plus vs Astor |
Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus mileage
- 2184 cc, DieselManual
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 14 km/l
Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹13.71 – 15.00 lakh
- Mumbai₹13.92 – 15.22 lakh
- Bengaluru₹14.44 – 15.80 lakh
- Chennai₹14.34 – 15.69 lakh
- Kolkata₹13.42 – 14.68 lakh
- Bhopal₹13.65 – 14.94 lakh
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
Bolero Neo Plus EMI
₹19,255 a month
On ₹11.46 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹2.29 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹2.38 lakh.
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Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus FAQ
What is the price of the Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus in India?
The Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus costs ₹11.46 to 12.56 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 Plus come with?
The Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus is sold with diesel power (2.2 mHawk120 turbo diesel).
What is the mileage of the Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus?
The claimed (ARAI) mileage of the Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus is 14 km/l.
How many people can the Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus seat?
The Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus is a 9-seater suv.
What is the length of the Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus?
The Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus is 4400 mm long, 1795 mm wide and 1812 mm tall, with a 2680 mm wheelbase.
Does the Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus come with an automatic gearbox?
The Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus is offered with 6-speed manual, rear-wheel drive gearboxes.
Which Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus 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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