Comparing the Mahindra Bolero Neo and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 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 Mercedes-Benz GLE is priced at ₹9,499,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Bolero Neo comes with a 1493 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLE's 2925 cc (Diesel) / 1991 cc (Petrol), producing 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm and 272 bhp (GLE 300d) / 258 bhp (GLE 300) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 17 kmpl for the Mahindra Bolero Neo versus 11.74 kmpl - ARAI for the Mercedes-Benz GLE. 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 | 1493 cc | 2925 cc (Diesel) / 1991 cc (Petrol) |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive | 4MATIC AWD |
| Engine Type | mHawk100 1.5L Turbocharged Diesel Engine | 2.9L M176 V6 Diesel / 2.0L M264 Petrol / 3.0L M256 Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | 17 kmpl | 11.74 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 Cylinders Inline | 6 (Diesel V6) / 4 (Petrol) |
| Power | 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm | 272 bhp (GLE 300d) / 258 bhp (GLE 300) |
| Starter | Micro-hybrid engine start-stop technology key system | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 260 Nm @ 1750–2250 rpm | 600 Nm (Diesel) / 400 Nm (Petrol) |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 384 L | 630 Litres (5-seat) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2215 kg | 2900 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 230 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1510 kg | 2250 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 × 1795 × 1817 mm | 4924 mm / 2020 mm / 1796 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2680 mm | 2995 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt-adjustable power steering column | Tilt & Telescopic |
| 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 | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Twin-pod instrument cluster display with an 8.9 cm LCD Driver Information System screen | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Dedicated speed cruise control mapping toggles on the steering wheel | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 22.8 cm (9-inch) touchscreen interface supporting Bluetooth, AUX, USB, and customized vehicle app tracking networks | 12.8-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| 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 | Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Multi-speaker layout comprising 4 Speakers and 2 Tweeters | Burmester 13-Speaker |
| Sunroof | No | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Standard front-row USB C- Type charging slots | Yes |
| 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 |
| 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 | Digital Light LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | — | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | Classic upright rear combination lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/75 R15 | 265/50 R19 (front) / 295/45 R19 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel | 19-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Availble | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual front airbags | 9 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Features basic Cornering Brake Control (CBC) logic architecture | Yes |
| EBD | Availble | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | — | Yes - ESP with AIRMATIC |
| Hill Hold Assist | — | Yes + Downhill Speed Regulation |
| 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 | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHigh Tech SilverSodalite Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.4 |
