KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Mahindra Bolero Neo facelift launched
- Gets a new RIDEFLO technology
- Front end appears cooler now
- Starts at Rs 8.49 lakh and goes up to Rs 9.99 Lakh
Mahindra has launched the facelifted Bolero Neo today, starting at Rs 8.49 lakh (ex-showroom), alongside the updated OG Bolero. The SUV has received a styling update, making it more modern and stylish. Additionally, it now gets two new monotone and three dual-tone paint options, further enhancing its appeal. There are also a few mechanical changes - let's learn all about them below. In the meantime, do join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Channel to never miss out on automotive updates.
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Mahindra Bolero Neo
The Bolero Neo after facelift has become more charismatic, and with dual-tone paints, it road-presence has uplifted from just being a utility vehicle to a stylish modern SUV. In a nutshell, Mahindra has done changes which now makes it a desirable SUV, like other FWD-compact SUVs. The front end is decorated with a new face, featuring new grille with coloured horizontal accents. However, the headlight and fog-light are same as before.
Now it wears a new 16-inch of dark metallic grey alloys that match the aesthetic of Bolero Neo, and looks perfect with the new (Jeans Blue and Concrete Grey) dual tone options. Plus, there is a new 15 inch silver alloy wheels, which is starts from the top 3 - N10 variant. Well, that's about it from exterior point of view, now onto interior.
Interior
The Bolero Neo's interior is now available in two themes - Lunar Grey and Mocha Brown, with the latter being a new addition to the lineup. The 22.8 cm (8.9-inch) infotainment touchscreen remains the same but now features a rear-view camera for added convenience. Moreover, the analogue-style instrument cluster has been carried over from the previous model. Lastly, another addition is the USB-C charging port.
Mechanical Part
This SUV is equipped with a new damper technology which maintain its smooth ride even on tough-terrains. Also, Mahindra says, that handling, stability and braking of the SUV has improved, and they're calling this technology RIDEFLO. Well, that's the all new updates, and the engine remains the same - the reliable 1.5L mHAWK diesel engine producing 100 PS and 260 Nm of torque, mated to a 5-speed manual.
Variants
This SUV now gets a new top-end variant called N11, making it the fifth trim in the lineup. Most of the updates mentioned are exclusive to this variant. Moreover, the new colour options include Jeans Blue and Concrete Grey, both of which are also available in dual-tone combinations with Pearl White.
| Variants | Price |
| N4 | 8.49 Lakh |
| N8 | 9.29 Lakh |
| N10 | 9.79 Lakh |
| N11 | 9.99 Lakh |
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Verdict
Well, this is just a minor update for the tough boy - the true SUV in the sub-4-metre segment. However, these changes aren't enough to make it a truly desirable offering, as it still misses out on several key features and continues to lack an automatic gearbox option. Moreover, even in 2025, the Bolero Neo comes with only two airbags, which is disappointing. To add more, Mahindra would need to develop an all-new model on a different platform, as the current one simply doesn't have the space to accommodate additional airbags. While it certainly looks cooler now, the updates are mostly cosmetic and not significant enough to make a real difference. So, it's hard to place this SUV among the more sought-after options in the market.
