Comparing the BMW X5 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 X5 is available at ₹9,999,000, while the Mahindra Bolero Neo is priced at ₹885,000. On the engine front, the BMW X5 comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Bolero Neo's 1493 cc, producing 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) and 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X5 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 Petrol / 3.0L B57 Diesel | mHawk100 1.5L Turbocharged Diesel Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 Litres | 50 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 5-Speed Manual Gearbox |
| Mileage | 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 17 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 3 Cylinders Inline |
| Power | 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) | 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Micro-hybrid engine start-stop technology key system |
| Torque | 450 Nm (Petrol) / 700 Nm (Diesel) | 260 Nm @ 1750–2250 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 645 Litres | 384 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2870 kg | 2215 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 213 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2210 kg | 1510 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4922 mm / 2004 mm / 1745 mm | 3995 × 1795 × 1817 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 / 7 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2975 mm | 2680 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt-adjustable power steering column |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote keyless entry with speed-sensing auto-locking mechanics |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Powerful manual Air Conditioning system with dedicated ECO cooling mode settings |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | Twin-pod instrument cluster display with an 8.9 cm LCD Driver Information System screen |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go + Steering/Lane Control | Dedicated speed cruise control mapping toggles on the steering wheel |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) + Rear | No |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 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 | — |
| 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 20-Speaker (top) | Multi-speaker layout comprising 4 Speakers and 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | 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 | 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 | Laserlight LED Adaptive Headlamps | Twin-pod sporty static bending headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Auto Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Classic upright rear combination lamps |
| Tyre Size | 265/50 R19 (front) / 295/45 R19 (rear) | 215/75 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Availble |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - DBC + fading compensation | Features basic Cornering Brake Control (CBC) logic architecture |
| EBD | Yes | Availble |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + xDrive + DTC | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | — |
| 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 - Front & Rear | Reverse sonar parking assist sensor matrix |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireCarbon BlackTanzanite BlueSkyscraper GreyBrooklyn Grey | Pearl WhiteDiamond WhiteRocky BeigeStealth BlackJeans Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
