Mahindra Thar vs Mahindra Bolero Neo
Thar vs Bolero Neo
Key Highlights | Mahindra Thar | Mahindra Bolero Neo |
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Price | Rs.11.50 Lakh | Rs.9.95 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1497 cc | 1493 cc |
Power | 116.93 bhp @ 3750 rpm | 98.56 bhp @ 3750 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 15 kmpl | 17.29 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
Thar specifications | Bolero Neo specifications | |
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On Road Price | 13.61 Lakh Price Breakup | 11.30 Lakh Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
User Rating | 4.3 | 4.1 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 600 Litres | 384 Litres |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Engine Displacement | 1497 cc | 1493 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 116.93 bhp @ 3750 rpm | 98.56 bhp @ 3750 rpm |
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Exterior
Thar Exterior | Bolero Neo Exterior | |
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Sunroof | No | No |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | - |
Rear Wiper | No | 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 | Yes |
Automatic Headlamps | No | No |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | No | No |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Thar Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Bolero Neo Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone Front Suspension with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar | Double Wish-bone type& Independent Coil Spring |
Rear Suspension | Multilink Solid Rear Axle with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar | Multi-Link Coil Spring Suspension with Anti-Roll Bar |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Drum | Drum |
Wheels | Steel | Steel |
Spare Wheel | Steel | Steel |
Front Tyre Size | 245/75 R16 | 215/75 R15 |
Rear Tyre Size | 245/75 R16 | 215/75 R15 |
Turning Radius | 5.5 meters | 5.35 meters |
Tyre Size Spare | 245/75 R16 | 215/75 R15 |
Wheels Size | R16 | R15 |
Instrumentation
Thar 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 | Yes |
Shift Indicator | No | - |
Tachometer | Analogue | Analogue |
Speedometer | Digital | Analogue |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Avg fuel economy display | Yes | Yes |
Infotainment & Communication
Thar Infotainment & Communication | Bolero Neo Infotainment & Communication | |
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Apple CarPlay | No | No |
Android Auto | No | No |
Voice Command | No | No |
Infotainment Screen | No | No |
Multifunction Display | No | No |
Touchscreen Size | 7 inches | - |
Display Screen for Rear Passengers | No | - |
Bluetooth Compatibility | No | No |
Integrated Music System | No | No |
Speakers | 4 | - |
AM/FM Radio | No | No |
USB Compatibility | No | No |
Warranty
Thar Warranty | Bolero Neo Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years/Unlimited kms | 3 Years/100000 Kms |
Extended Warranty | Upto 5 Years/150000 Kms | Upto 5 Years/150000 Kms |
Engine & Transmission
Thar Engine & Transmission | Bolero Neo Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 1497 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Type | D117 CRDe | mHAWK100 1493cm3 BSVI |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Gears | 6 | 5 Gears |
Power | 116.93 bhp @ 3750 rpm | 98.56 bhp @ 3750 rpm |
Torque | 300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm | 260 Nm @ 1750-2250 rpm |
Battery Capacity | 0.78 kwh | - |
Fast Charging | No | No |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 15 kmpl | 17 kmpl |
Top Speed | 155 kmph | 150 kmph |
Emission Norm | BS6 Phase 2 | BS6 Phase 2 |
Comfort & Convenience
Thar Comfort & Convenience | Bolero Neo Comfort & Convenience | |
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Ventilated Seats | No | No |
AC | Yes | Yes |
Automatic climate control | No | No |
Heater | Yes | Yes |
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors | No | Yes |
Cruise Control | No | No |
Start / Stop Button | No | Yes |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable steering | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | No | No |
Leather streering wheels | No | No |
Drive Modes | - | 1 |
Keyless Entry | No | No |
Parking Assist | Yes | - |
Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
Safety
Thar Safety | Bolero Neo Safety | |
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NCAP Rating | 4 Star (Global NCAP) | - |
Airbags | 2 | 2 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | No | Yes |
Overspeed Warning | Yes | 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 | No | 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 | - | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
Thar Dimensions & Capacity | Bolero Neo Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 3985 mm | 3995 mm |
Width | 1820 mm | 1795 mm |
Height | 1850 mm | 1817 mm |
Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 180 mm |
No. of Seats | 4 | 7 |
No. of Doors | 3 | 5 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 50 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 6 Litres | 6 Litres |
Boot Space | 600 Litres | 384 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 1710 kg | 2215 kg |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Mahindra Thar and Mahindra Bolero Neo
Safety
Thar comes loaded with Overspeed Warning, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror. 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
Thar has doors and seats. It is an with 600 Litres boot space, 45 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 226 mm. It is 1820 mm wide, 1850 mm high and 3985 mm long. It has 1710 kg kerb weight and 2450 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
Mahindra Thar comes with RWD and 6 Manual transmission. And Bolero Neo comes with RWD and 5 Gears Manual transmission.