Comparing the Hyundai Exter 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 Hyundai Exter is available at ₹649,000, while the Mahindra Bolero Neo is priced at ₹885,000. On the engine front, the Hyundai Exter comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Bolero Neo's 1493 cc, producing 83 PS @ 6000 rpm and 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.2 kmpl for the Hyundai Exter 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 system | Standard 12V automotive battery configuration |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1493 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Kappa Petrol | mHawk100 1.5L Turbocharged Diesel Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 l | 50 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed | 5-Speed Manual Gearbox |
| Mileage | 19.2 kmpl | 17 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 Cylinders Inline |
| Power | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm | 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Micro-hybrid engine start-stop technology key system |
| Torque | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 260 Nm @ 1750–2250 rpm |
| Transmission Type | 5-Speed Manual | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 391 Litres | 384 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2215 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 912 kg | 1510 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3815 mm, 1710 mm, 1631 mm | 3995 × 1795 × 1817 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt | Tilt-adjustable power steering column |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote keyless entry with speed-sensing auto-locking mechanics |
| Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Digital display) | Powerful manual Air Conditioning system with dedicated ECO cooling mode settings |
| Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster with 4.2-inch Color TFT MID | Twin-pod instrument cluster display with an 8.9 cm LCD Driver Information System screen |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Dedicated speed cruise control mapping toggles on the steering wheel |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 22.8 cm (9-inch) touchscreen interface supporting Bluetooth, AUX, USB, and customized vehicle app tracking networks |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | — | Electrically adjustable side mirrors |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Standard front and rear electric power windows equipped with an auto-delayed power function |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Integrated central armrests are installed for both front row seats and the second-row middle bench seat on upper variants |
| Seat Upholstery | Semi-Leatherette | Premium fabric upholstery |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters (Top trims) | Multi-speaker layout comprising 4 Speakers and 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | Electric Sunroof with Voice Command | No |
| USB Ports | Type-C Fast Charger (Front) + 12V Socket | Standard front-row USB C- Type charging slots |
| Voice Command | Supported (System and Smartphone integration) | 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 | Signature H-LED Daytime Running Lamps | LED Daytime Running Lights integrated into the headlamp cluster assembly |
| Fog Lamps | — | Stylish front bumper-integrated fog lamps |
| Headlight | Projector Headlamps | Twin-pod sporty static bending headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Power Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | H-Signature LED Tail Lamps | Classic upright rear combination lamps |
| Tyre Size | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/65 R15 (Top) | 215/75 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel (Base) / Dual Tone Alloy (Top) | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Availble |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Available (Integrated with ESC) | Features basic Cornering Brake Control (CBC) logic architecture |
| EBD | Yes | Availble |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Standard dedicated mounting anchors installed across the second-row seating bench |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Reverse sonar parking assist sensor matrix |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Highline/Digital | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Starry nightTitan greyGolden bronzeTitanium black matteTitanium blackAtlas whiteRanger khaki | Pearl WhiteDiamond WhiteRocky BeigeStealth BlackJeans Blue |











