Mahindra Bolero vs Premier Rio [2012-2015]

CarWale brings you comparison of Mahindra Bolero and Premier Rio [2012-2015]. The Mahindra Bolero price is Rs. 9.90 Lakh and Premier Rio [2012-2015] price is Rs. 5.09 Lakh. The Mahindra Bolero is available in 1493 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel and Premier Rio [2012-2015] is available in 1173 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol.

Bolero vs Rio [2012-2015] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Bolero	Rio [2012-2015]
Price	Rs. 9.90 Lakh	Rs. 5.09 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1493 cc	1173 cc
Power	75 bhp	77 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol

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Mahindra Bolero

Rs. 9.90 Lakh

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Premier Rio [2012-2015]

Rs. 5.09 Lakh

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Mahindra Bolero

Premier Rio [2012-2015]

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SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	1493 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC	1173 cc, 4 Cylinders
Engine Type	mHawk75	MPFi
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	75 bhp @ 3600 rpm	77 bhp @ 5800 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	210 Nm @ 1600-2200 rpm	104 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Drivetrain	RWD
Transmission	Manual - 5 Gears	Manual - 5 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged
Others	Idle Start/Stop

Dimensions & Weight
Length (mm)
3995 3970
Width (mm)
1745 1570
Height (mm)
1880 1730
Wheelbase (mm)
2680 2420
Ground Clearance (mm)
180 200
Kerb Weight (kg)
1080
Capacity
Doors (Doors)
5 5
Seating Capacity (Person)
7 5
No of Rows (Rows)
3 2
Bootspace (litres)
454
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)
60 46

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	IFS coil spring	McPherson strut & coil spring
Rear Suspension	Rigid leaf spring	5 rods system
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.8	4.7
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Steel Rims
Spare Wheel	Steel
Front Tyres	215 / 75 R15	205 / 70 R15
Rear Tyres	215 / 75 R15	205 / 70 R15

Features

Safety
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Airbags 2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
Seat Belt Warning
Braking & Traction
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Locks & Security
Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking
Remote
Child Safety Lock

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes (Manual)	Yes (Manual)
Front AC	Common Fan Speed Control
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Co-Driver Only	Co-Driver Only
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Manual - Internal Only
Parking Sensors	Rear
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Vinyl	Fabric
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench
Third Row Seat Type	Jump Seats
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Black and Beige
Rear Armrest
Folding Rear Seat	Full
Split Rear Seat		50:50 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front	Front & Rear

Storage
Cup Holders Front Only

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Black
Power Windows		Front Only
Adjustable ORVMs	Externally Adjustable	Internally Adjustable
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Black
Interior Door Handles	Black
Door Pockets		Front
Bootlid Opener	With Key	With Key

Exterior
Body-coloured Bumpers
Rub-strips
Black
Lighting
Headlights Halogen
Taillights
Halogen
Fog Lights
Halogen on rear
Cabin Lamps Centre
Headlight Height Adjuster
Instrumentation
Instrument Cluster
Digital
Trip Meter Electronic 2 Trips
Clock Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Tachometer
Digital
Entertainment, Information & Communication
Smart Connectivity
Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)
Speakers
4
Manufacturer Warranty
Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)
3
Warranty (In Kilometres)
100000

Brochure

Colours

	Dsat Silver	Mystic Black
	Diamond White	Topoz Blue
		Cherry Red
		Sterling Silver
		Tafeta White

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Bolero vs Rio [2012-2015] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Mahindra Bolero and Premier Rio [2012-2015]?

Mahindra Bolero price is Rs. 9.90 Lakh and Premier Rio [2012-2015] price is Rs. 5.09 Lakh. Hence Premier Rio [2012-2015] is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of Bolero compared to Rio [2012-2015]?

For the B4 variant, 1493 cc Diesel engine of Bolero produces 75 bhp @ 3600 rpm of power and 210 Nm @ 1600-2200 rpm of torque. For the GX variant, 1173 cc Petrol engine of Rio [2012-2015] produces 77 bhp @ 5800 rpm of power and 104 Nm @ 3500 rpm of torque.

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Mahindra Bolero vs Premier Rio [2012-2015]

Length (mm)	3995	3970
Width (mm)	1745	1570
Height (mm)	1880	1730
Wheelbase (mm)	2680	2420
Ground Clearance (mm)	180	200
Kerb Weight (kg)		1080

Doors (Doors)	5	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	7	5
No of Rows (Rows)	3	2
Bootspace (litres)		454
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	60	46

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Airbags	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
Seat Belt Warning

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)

Headlights	Halogen
Taillights	Halogen
Fog Lights		Halogen on rear
Cabin Lamps	Centre
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrument Cluster	Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips
Clock		Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Tachometer	Digital

Smart Connectivity	Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)
Speakers		4

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	100000

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking		Remote
Child Safety Lock

Body-coloured Bumpers
Rub-strips	Black