Comparing the BMW 5 Series and the Mahindra Bolero Neo side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW 5 Series is available at ₹7,499,000, while the Mahindra Bolero Neo is priced at ₹885,000. On the engine front, the BMW 5 Series comes with a 1998 cc (4-cyl) / 2998 cc (6-cyl) unit compared to the Mahindra Bolero Neo's 1493 cc, producing 252 bhp (520i) / 374 bhp (M550i) / 190 bhp (520d) and 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.17 kmpl (520d) - ARAI for the BMW 5 Series versus 17 kmpl for the Mahindra Bolero Neo. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | — | Standard 12V automotive battery configuration |
| Displacement | 1998 cc (4-cyl) / 2998 cc (6-cyl) | 1493 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / xDrive AWD (top) | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | mHawk100 1.5L Turbocharged Diesel Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 Litres | 50 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 5-Speed Manual Gearbox |
| Mileage | 15.17 kmpl (520d) - ARAI | 17 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 / 6 | 3 Cylinders Inline |
| Power | 252 bhp (520i) / 374 bhp (M550i) / 190 bhp (520d) | 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Micro-hybrid engine start-stop technology key system |
| Torque | 350 Nm (520i) / 500 Nm (M550i) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 260 Nm @ 1750–2250 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 520 Litres | 384 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2215 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1790 kg | 1510 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4996 mm / 1900 mm / 1510 mm | 3995 × 1795 × 1817 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2680 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (Integral Active Steering optional) | Tilt-adjustable power steering column |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote keyless entry with speed-sensing auto-locking mechanics |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Powerful manual Air Conditioning system with dedicated ECO cooling mode settings |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | Twin-pod instrument cluster display with an 8.9 cm LCD Driver Information System screen |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go + Lane Change Assist | Dedicated speed cruise control mapping toggles on the steering wheel |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) | No |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 22.8 cm (9-inch) touchscreen interface supporting Bluetooth, AUX, USB, and customized vehicle app tracking networks |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Electrically adjustable side mirrors |
| Power Windows | Yes | Standard front and rear electric power windows equipped with an auto-delayed power function |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Integrated central armrests are installed for both front row seats and the second-row middle bench seat on upper variants |
| Seat Upholstery | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather (top) | Premium fabric upholstery |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker / Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker (top) | Multi-speaker layout comprising 4 Speakers and 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | Glass Sunroof / Sky Lounge Panoramic (top) | No |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Standard front-row USB C- Type charging slots |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Available via built-in Voice Messaging alert software |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | X-shaped body-colored bumpers fitted with distinct black wrap cladding |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lights integrated into the headlamp cluster assembly |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Stylish front bumper-integrated fog lamps |
| Headlight | Adaptive LED Headlamps / Laserlight (top) | Twin-pod sporty static bending headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Classic upright rear combination lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/55 R17 (base) / 245/45 R19 (top) | 215/75 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Availble |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - DBC | Features basic Cornering Brake Control (CBC) logic architecture |
| EBD | Yes | Availble |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Standard dedicated mounting anchors installed across the second-row seating bench |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Reverse sonar parking assist sensor matrix |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | M Carbon Black metallicMineral White metallicOxide Grey metallicPhytonic BlueSparkling Copper Grey metallic | Pearl WhiteDiamond WhiteRocky BeigeStealth BlackJeans Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
