Mahindra Bolero Neo vs Mahindra Thar

CarWale brings you comparison of Mahindra Bolero Neo and Mahindra Thar. The Mahindra Bolero Neo price is Rs. 9.90 Lakh and Mahindra Thar price is Rs. 11.25 Lakh. The Mahindra Bolero Neo is available in 1493 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel and Mahindra Thar is available in 1497 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel.

Bolero Neo vs Thar Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Bolero Neo	Thar
Price	Rs. 9.90 Lakh	Rs. 11.25 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1493 cc	1497 cc
Power	100 bhp	117 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel

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Mahindra Bolero Neo

Rs. 9.90 Lakh

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Mahindra Thar

AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD

Rs. 11.25 Lakh

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Mahindra Bolero Neo

Mahindra Thar

AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)		14.3
Engine	1493 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	1.5L I4 mHawk 100	D117 CRDe
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	100 bhp @ 3750 rpm	117 bhp @ 3500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	260 Nm @ 1750-2250 rpm	300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD
Transmission	Manual - 5 Gears	Manual - 6 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Others	Idle Start/Stop

Dimensions & Weight
Length (mm)
3995 3985
Width (mm)
1795 1820
Height (mm)
1817 1850
Wheelbase (mm)
2680 2450
Ground Clearance (mm)
160 226
Capacity
Doors (Doors)
5 3
Seating Capacity (Person)
7 4
No of Rows (Rows)
3 2
Bootspace (litres)
384
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)
50 45

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Double Wish-bone type, Independent Coil Spring	Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link Coil Spring Suspension with Anti-Roll Bar	Multilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.35
Steering Type	Power assisted (Hydraulic)	Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Wheels	Steel Rims	Steel Rims
Spare Wheel	Steel	Steel
Front Tyres	215 / 75 R15	245 / 75 R16
Rear Tyres	215 / 75 R15	245 / 75 R16

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
NCAP Rating	1 Star (Global NCAP)	4 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Descent Control
Differential Lock		Centre

Locks & Security
Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking
With Key Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes (Manual)	Yes (Manual)
Front AC	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Co-Driver Only
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors		Manual - Internal Only
Parking Assist		Visual display
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt
12V Power Outlets		1

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Vinyl	Vinyl
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Third Row Seat Type	Jump Seats
Interiors	Dual Tone	Single Tone
Interior Colours	Beige / Black	Black
Folding Rear Seat		Partial
Split Rear Seat		50:50 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Storage
Cup Holders Front Only Front Only

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

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

Exterior
Body-coloured Bumpers
Body Kit
Cladding - Black/Grey
Rub-strips
Black
Lighting
Headlights Halogen Halogen
Taillights
Halogen LED
Daytime Running Lights
LED
Cabin Lamps Front Centre
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Analogue - Digital	Analogue - Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Tachometer	Analogue	Analogue

Entertainment, Information & Communication
Smart Connectivity
Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No) Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)
Manufacturer Warranty
Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
Not Applicable Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)
3 3
Warranty (In Kilometres)
100000 Unlimited

Brochure

Colours

	Napoli Black	Stealth Black
	Rocky Beige	Red Rage
	Majestic Silver
	Highway Red
	Pearl White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.7/5

15 Ratings

4.6/5

33 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.0Exterior	4.6Exterior
	4.0Comfort	4.6Comfort
	4.5Performance	4.8Performance
	4.5Fuel Economy	4.5Fuel Economy
	3.0Value for Money	4.7Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Land Rover in your budget

Mahindra bolero neo is known as Indian Land Rover Defender, the looks are solid and aggressive, the diesel engine is running smoothly and the most affordable SUV with a diesel option. it comes under the Sub 4 meter SUV category so we avoid extra charges of 4 meter SUV,7 passengers freely travel without any hurdles.

Thar Review

1. My Buying experience is shameless. 2. One of the best Riding Experiences I ever had. 3. Look of That Is good that everyone knows. 4. Service is Good. 5. Pros: Trending, Have Respect, Comfortable, 4*4 Wheeler. Cons: Overhyped, Mileage is not good, Manual on the price we can expect semi-automatic.

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Length (mm)	3995	3985
Width (mm)	1795	1820
Height (mm)	1817	1850
Wheelbase (mm)	2680	2450
Ground Clearance (mm)	160	226

Doors (Doors)	5	3
Seating Capacity (Person)	7	4
No of Rows (Rows)	3	2
Bootspace (litres)	384
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	50	45

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	With Key	Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Body-coloured Bumpers
Body Kit		Cladding - Black/Grey
Rub-strips	Black

Headlights	Halogen	Halogen
Taillights	Halogen	LED
Daytime Running Lights		LED
Cabin Lamps	Front	Centre
Headlight Height Adjuster

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