Comparing the Mahindra Bolero Neo and the BMW M5 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mahindra Bolero Neo is available at ₹885,000, while the BMW M5 is priced at ₹18,999,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Bolero Neo comes with a 1493 cc unit compared to the BMW M5's 4395 cc, producing 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm and 727 bhp (combined system output) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 17 kmpl for the Mahindra Bolero Neo versus 10.5 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M5. 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 | 18.6 kWh PHEV Battery |
| Displacement | 1493 cc | 4395 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive | M xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | mHawk100 1.5L Turbocharged Diesel Engine | 4.4L S63 V8 TwinPower Turbo + PHEV Electric Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol + PHEV |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic |
| Mileage | 17 kmpl | 10.5 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 Cylinders Inline | 8 |
| Power | 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm | 727 bhp (combined system output) |
| Starter | Micro-hybrid engine start-stop technology key system | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 260 Nm @ 1750–2250 rpm | 1000 Nm (combined) |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic DCT) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 18.6 kWh (PHEV) |
| Charging Time | — | AC: ~3.5 hours (3.7 kW) |
| Range | — | 67 km EV range |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 384 L | 500 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2215 kg | 3050 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 128 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1510 kg | 2440 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 × 1795 × 1817 mm | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1464 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2680 mm | 2995 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt-adjustable power steering column | Tilt & Telescopic (M Integral Active Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | Yes |
| Central Locking | Remote keyless entry with speed-sensing auto-locking mechanics | Yes |
| Climate Control | Powerful manual Air Conditioning system with dedicated ECO cooling mode settings | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | Twin-pod instrument cluster display with an 8.9 cm LCD Driver Information System screen | 12.3-inch BMW Curved Display (M-specific) |
| Cruise Control | Dedicated speed cruise control mapping toggles on the steering wheel | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats with Heating |
| Infotainment System | 22.8 cm (9-inch) touchscreen interface supporting Bluetooth, AUX, USB, and customized vehicle app tracking networks | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Electrically adjustable side mirrors | Yes |
| Power Windows | Standard front and rear electric power windows equipped with an auto-delayed power function | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | No | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Integrated central armrests are installed for both front row seats and the second-row middle bench seat on upper variants | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium fabric upholstery | M Full Merino Leather / Alcantara |
| Sound System | Multi-speaker layout comprising 4 Speakers and 2 Tweeters | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker |
| Sunroof | No | Glass Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Standard front-row USB C- Type charging slots | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Available via built-in Voice Messaging alert software | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | No | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | X-shaped body-colored bumpers fitted with distinct black wrap cladding | Yes - M-specific wide body |
| DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lights integrated into the headlamp cluster assembly | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Stylish front bumper-integrated fog lamps | Yes |
| Headlight | Twin-pod sporty static bending headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | — | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only |
| Roof Rails | No | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | Classic upright rear combination lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/75 R15 | 275/35 R20 (front) / 285/35 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel | 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Availble | Yes - M ABS + Track mode |
| Airbags | Dual front airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Features basic Cornering Brake Control (CBC) logic architecture | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic Brakes optional |
| EBD | Availble | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | — | Yes - M DSC with MDM + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | — | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Standard dedicated mounting anchors installed across the second-row seating bench | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | — | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Reverse sonar parking assist sensor matrix | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Pearl WhiteDiamond WhiteRocky BeigeStealth BlackJeans Blue | Storm BayBlack SapphireMarina Bay BlueSophisto GreyAlpine WhiteM Carbon BlackM Isle of Man Green |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.8 |
