Mahindra Bolero Neo 2021– car dimensions: 3995 mm long, 1795 mm wide and 1817 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,215 kg. Braked towing is 1,500 kg.
The cabin seats seven in a 5+2 layout with foldable jump seats in the third row. Higher grades get a 22.8 cm touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, cruise control, and a rear camera. All versions have manual air conditioning, rear parking sensors, dual airbags, ABS with EBD and corner braking control. No automatic climate control or advanced driver aids like AEB, blind-spot warning or lane keep are offered. Higher trims add armrests, height-adjustable driver seat and leatherette upholstery for better comfort on longer drives.
Boot space measures 384 litres with the third-row jump seats folded against the sides. The second row also folds to create a longer cargo area for bigger items.
The ladder-frame chassis and rear-wheel drive suit rough roads and light work duties. Multi-Terrain Technology with locking differential is available on select grades for better traction on loose surfaces. Gross vehicle weight is listed at 2215 kg. Tow hooks are fitted front and rear.
The cabin uses Premium Italian interiors with a simple twin-pod instrument cluster and centre console accents. Higher grades add leatherette upholstery, height-adjustable driver seat, front and second-row armrests, and a 22.8 cm touchscreen. Powerful AC with ECO mode cools the space, while the high seating position and foldable 7-seat (5+2) layout with expandable boot give a practical, upright feel suited to daily use and rough roads via RideFlo suspension.
Diesel mHAWK100 engine with 50-litre tank and ECO mode plus micro-hybrid start-stop
Service every 10,000 km or 1 year
3 years / 100,000 km warranty
1-star Global NCAP rating
Standard dual airbags, ABS with EBD, corner braking control
The Bolero Neo runs a 1.5-litre diesel mHAWK100 engine making 73.5 kW and 260 Nm, paired only to a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. A 50-litre tank and ECO mode with engine start-stop help stretch range on mixed roads. Claimed efficiency sits near 17 kmpl under test conditions.
Scheduled service falls every 10,000 km or one year, whichever comes first. Early free services cover basic checks and oil changes. later visits add filters and fluids. Stick to authorised centres with genuine parts to keep the warranty valid.
Safety kit starts with dual front airbags, ABS plus EBD and corner braking control on every grade. Higher trims add ISOFIX mounts and a reverse camera. High-strength steel body shell underpins the structure. Global NCAP awarded it 1 star for adult and child protection.
Day-to-day ownership stays simple with power steering, all-four power windows and remote locking on mid grades. The ladder-frame build and Multi-Terrain Technology option suit rough use, while the micro-hybrid system and easy service network keep running costs predictable.
Length 3995 mm, Width 1795 mm, Height 1817 mm, Wheelbase 2680 mm (Bolero Neo 2021-)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mahindra Bolero Neo e-brochure and CarDekho.