Comparing the Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus and the Volkswagen Golf GTI side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus is available at a price on request, while the Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced at ₹5,199,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus comes with a 2184 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI's 1984 cc, producing 118.35 bhp @ 4000 rpm and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14 kmpl for the Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus versus 15.44 kmpl (est.) for the Volkswagen Golf GTI. 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 | 12 V | — |
| Displacement | 2184 cc | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with XDS+ |
| Engine Type | 2.2 L mHawk diesel | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-speed manual | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 14 kmpl | 15.44 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 118.35 bhp @ 4000 rpm | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 280 Nm @ 1800–2800 rpm | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 696 L | 374 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1930 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 143 mm |
| Kerb Weight | — | 1430 kg |
| Length Width Height | 4400 × 1795 × 1812 mm | 4287 mm / 1789 mm / 1456 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2680 mm | 2637 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Yes | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital with MID | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | No | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 9″ touchscreen with Bluetooth | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | No | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | All four windows | Yes |
| Push Start | No | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | No | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | No | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Clark Plaid + Leather Sport Seats |
| Sound System | 6 speakers | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| Sunroof | No | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | No | — |
| Wireless Charger | No | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - GTI-specific |
| Drls | Yes | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | No | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| Orvms With Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | No | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | Bulb | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/70 R16 | 225/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel | 18-inch Alloy Wheels (Ricardo design) |
Safety |
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| Abs | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | No | Yes |
| Ebd | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program Esp | No | Yes - XDS+ eDiff |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Isofix Child Seat Mounts | No | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | No | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| Tpms Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | No | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Diamond White, Majestic Silver, Napoli Black | Grenadilla BlackOryx WhiteKings Red MetallicMoonstone Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
