Comparing the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 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 Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 is available at ₹1,150,000, while the Mahindra Bolero Neo is priced at ₹885,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 comes with a 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Mahindra Bolero Neo's 1493 cc, producing 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) and 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) for the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 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 automotive battery configuration |
| Displacement | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) | 1493 cc |
| Drive Type | 4x4 | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel | mHawk100 1.5L Turbocharged Diesel Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5-Speed Manual Gearbox |
| Mileage | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) | 17 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 Cylinders Inline |
| Power | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) | 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | — | Micro-hybrid engine start-stop technology key system |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel | 260 Nm @ 1750–2250 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | — | 384 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2215 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1777 – 1783 kg | 1510 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm | 3995 × 1795 × 1817 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Yes | Tilt-adjustable power steering column |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote keyless entry with speed-sensing auto-locking mechanics |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Powerful manual Air Conditioning system with dedicated ECO cooling mode settings |
| Cluster | Semi-digital | 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 | No |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen | 22.8 cm (9-inch) touchscreen interface supporting Bluetooth, AUX, USB, and customized vehicle app tracking networks |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Electrically adjustable side mirrors |
| Power Windows | Yes | Standard front and rear electric power windows equipped with an auto-delayed power function |
| Push Start | No | — |
| Rear AC Vents | No | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | No | Integrated central armrests are installed for both front row seats and the second-row middle bench seat on upper variants |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric, Leatherette | Premium fabric upholstery |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters | Multi-speaker layout comprising 4 Speakers and 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | No | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | Standard front-row USB C- Type charging slots |
| Voice Command | Yes | Available via built-in Voice Messaging alert software |
| Wireless Charger | No | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | X-shaped body-colored bumpers fitted with distinct black wrap cladding |
| DRLs | LED | LED Daytime Running Lights integrated into the headlamp cluster assembly |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Stylish front bumper-integrated fog lamps |
| Headlight | Halogen | Twin-pod sporty static bending headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | Classic upright rear combination lamps |
| Tyre Size | 255/65 R18 | 215/75 R15 |
| Tyre Type | All-terrain | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Availble |
| Airbags | Dual front | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | 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) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine | Pearl WhiteDiamond WhiteRocky BeigeStealth BlackJeans Blue |
