Land Rover Defender vs Mahindra Bolero Neo
Defender vs Bolero Neo
Key Highlights | Land Rover Defender | Mahindra Bolero Neo |
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Price | Rs.1.04 Cr | Rs.9.95 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 4997 cc | 1493 cc |
Power | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm | 98.56 bhp @ 3750 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 14 kmpl | 17.29 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
Defender specifications | Bolero Neo specifications | |
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On Road Price | 1.23 Cr Price Breakup | 11.30 Lakh Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
User Rating | 4.2 | 4.2 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 397 Litres | 384 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Engine Displacement | 4997 cc | 1493 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm | 98.56 bhp @ 3750 rpm |
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Exterior
Defender Exterior | Bolero Neo Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | Panoramic | - |
Sunroof | Yes | No |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Electrically Adjustable & Retractable | Yes |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | - |
Rear Wiper | Yes | No |
Rear Defogger | Yes | No |
Bootlid Opener | Yes | Yes |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | No |
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | No |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Projector headlight | - | Yes |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | No |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | No |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Defender Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Bolero Neo Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Double Wishbones Coil Suspension | Double Wish-bone type& Independent Coil Spring |
Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link Coil Spring Suspension with Anti-Roll Bar |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Drum |
Wheels | Alloy | Steel |
Spare Wheel | Alloy | Steel |
Front Tyre Size | 255/60 R20 | 215/75 R15 |
Rear Tyre Size | 255/60 R20 | 215/75 R15 |
Turning Radius | 5.65 meters | 5.35 meters |
Tyre Size Spare | 255/65 R19 | 215/75 R15 |
Wheels Size | R20 | R15 |
Instrumentation
Defender Instrumentation | Bolero Neo Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital |
Gear Indicator | - | Yes |
Shift Indicator | Yes | - |
Tachometer | Digital | Analogue |
Speedometer | Digital | Analogue |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Avg fuel economy display | - | Yes |
Infotainment & Communication
Defender Infotainment & Communication | Bolero Neo Infotainment & Communication | |
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Apple CarPlay | Yes | No |
Android Auto | Yes | No |
Voice Command | Yes | No |
Infotainment Screen | Yes | No |
Multifunction Display | Yes | No |
Touchscreen Size | 11.4 inches | - |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | No |
Gesture Control | No | - |
Integrated Music System | Yes | No |
Speakers | 6+ | - |
AM/FM Radio | Yes | No |
USB Compatibility | Yes | No |
Wireless Charger | Yes | - |
Warranty
Defender Warranty | Bolero Neo Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years/100000 Kms | 3 Years/100000 Kms |
Extended Warranty | 10 Years/100000 kms | Upto 5 Years/150000 Kms |
Engine & Transmission
Defender Engine & Transmission | Bolero Neo Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 4997 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Type | 2.0 Litre P300 Petrol Engine | mHAWK100 1493cm3 BSVI |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Cylinder Configuration | No | - |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Gears | 8 | 5 Gears |
Power | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm | 98.56 bhp @ 3750 rpm |
Torque | 400 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm | 260 Nm @ 1750-2250 rpm |
Fast Charging | No | No |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 14 kmpl | 17 kmpl |
Top Speed | 191 kmph | 150 kmph |
Emission Norm | BS VI | BS6 Phase 2 |
Comfort & Convenience
Defender Comfort & Convenience | Bolero Neo Comfort & Convenience | |
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Ventilated Seats | Yes | No |
Ventilated Seats Type | Heated and cooled | - |
AC | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC Vents | Yes | - |
Automatic climate control | Yes | No |
Heater | Yes | Yes |
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors | Yes | Yes |
Cruise Control | Yes | No |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable steering | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | No |
Leather streering wheels | Yes | No |
Drive Modes | - | 1 |
Keyless Entry | Yes | No |
Safety
Defender Safety | Bolero Neo Safety | |
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NCAP Rating | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) | - |
Airbags | 6 | 2 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | Yes |
Overspeed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph |
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Yes | Yes |
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) | Yes | Yes |
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist) | Yes | No |
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | Yes |
ASR / Traction Control | Yes | No |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | No |
Lane Departure Warning | No | No |
Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | - |
Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | Yes | No |
Rear Middle Head Rest | Yes | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
Defender Dimensions & Capacity | Bolero Neo Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 5018 mm | 3995 mm |
Width | 2105 mm | 1795 mm |
Height | 1967 mm | 1817 mm |
Wheelbase | 3022 mm | 2680 mm |
Ground Clearance | 218 mm | 180 mm |
No. of Seats | 6 | 7 |
No. of Doors | 4 | 5 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 Litres | 50 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 7 Litres | 6 Litres |
Boot Space | 397 Litres | 384 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 2158 kg | 2215 kg |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Land Rover Defender and Mahindra Bolero Neo
Safety
Defender comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, ADAS. Bolero Neo has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Seat Belt Warning, Reverse Camera, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning.
Body
Defender has doors and seats. It is an with 397 Litres boot space, 89 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 218 mm. It is 2105 mm wide, 1967 mm high and 5018 mm long. It has 2158 kg kerb weight and 3022 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Bolero Neo is an with doors and seats ,50 Litres fuel tank capacity, 384 Litres boot space, 180 mm ground clearance.It has 1817 mm height, 3995 mm length, 1795 mm width, and 2215 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
Land Rover Defender comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission. And Bolero Neo comes with RWD and 5 Gears Manual transmission.