Comparing the Mahindra Bolero Neo and the Skoda Kushaq 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 Skoda Kushaq is priced at ₹1,099,900. On the engine front, the Mahindra Bolero Neo comes with a 1493 cc unit compared to the Skoda Kushaq's 999 cc / 1498 cc, producing 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm and 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 17 kmpl for the Mahindra Bolero Neo versus 21.00 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 17.08 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI for the Skoda Kushaq. 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 | 999 cc / 1498 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | mHawk100 1.5L Turbocharged Diesel Engine | 1.0L TSI / 1.5L TSI ACT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 17 kmpl | 21.00 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 17.08 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 Cylinders Inline | 3 (1.0L) / 4 (1.5L) |
| Power | 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm | 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) |
| Starter | Micro-hybrid engine start-stop technology key system | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 260 Nm @ 1750–2250 rpm | 178 Nm (1.0L) / 250 Nm (1.5L) |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual / Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 384 L | 385 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2215 kg | 1695 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1510 kg | 1195 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 × 1795 × 1817 mm | 4225 mm / 1760 mm / 1612 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2680 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt-adjustable power steering column | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | — |
| 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 Climate Control |
| Cluster | Twin-pod instrument cluster display with an 8.9 cm LCD Driver Information System screen | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | Dedicated speed cruise control mapping toggles on the steering wheel | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | — |
| Infotainment System | 22.8 cm (9-inch) touchscreen interface supporting Bluetooth, AUX, USB, and customized vehicle app tracking networks | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless 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 | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | Multi-speaker layout comprising 4 Speakers and 2 Tweeters | 8 Speakers |
| Sunroof | No | Sunroof (top variants) |
| USB Ports | Standard front-row USB C- Type charging slots | Yes |
| Voice Command | Available via built-in Voice Messaging alert software | — |
| Wireless Charger | No | Yes (top) |
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 | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | — | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Classic upright rear combination lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/75 R15 | 205/55 R16 / 215/50 R17 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel | 16-inch / 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Availble | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual front airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Features basic Cornering Brake Control (CBC) logic architecture | Yes |
| EBD | Availble | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | — | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | — | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Standard dedicated mounting anchors installed across the second-row seating bench | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | — | Yes |
| 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 | Candy WhiteBrilliant SilverCherry RedLava BlueShimla Green |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.1 |
