Comparing the BMW M340i 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 M340i is available at ₹8,499,000, while the Mahindra Bolero Neo is priced at ₹885,000. On the engine front, the BMW M340i comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Bolero Neo's 1493 cc, producing 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm and 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 13.76 kmpl - ARAI for the BMW M340i 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 | 2998 cc | 1493 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | mHawk100 1.5L Turbocharged Diesel Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 50 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport | 5-Speed Manual Gearbox |
| Mileage | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI | 17 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 3 Cylinders Inline |
| Power | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm | 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Micro-hybrid engine start-stop technology key system |
| Torque | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm | 260 Nm @ 1750–2250 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 384 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2215 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1695 kg | 1510 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm | 3995 × 1795 × 1817 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2680 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | 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 - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | Dedicated speed cruise control mapping toggles on the steering wheel |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 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 | Premium fabric upholstery |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Multi-speaker layout comprising 4 Speakers and 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & 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 - M-aerodynamic body kit | 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 | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight | Twin-pod sporty static bending headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Classic upright rear combination lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) | 215/75 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M-specific ABS | Availble |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M compound brakes | Features basic Cornering Brake Control (CBC) logic architecture |
| EBD | Yes | Availble |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive | — |
| 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 | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey | Pearl WhiteDiamond WhiteRocky BeigeStealth BlackJeans Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
