Comparing the Mercedes-Benz GLE and the Mahindra Bolero side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mercedes-Benz GLE is available at ₹9,499,000, while the Mahindra Bolero is priced at ₹800,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz GLE comes with a 2925 cc (Diesel) / 1991 cc (Petrol) unit compared to the Mahindra Bolero's 1493 cc, producing 272 bhp (GLE 300d) / 258 bhp (GLE 300) and 55.9 kw @ 3600 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 11.74 kmpl - ARAI for the Mercedes-Benz GLE versus 16 kmpl for the Mahindra Bolero. 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 heavy-duty lead-acid automotive battery |
| Displacement | 2925 cc (Diesel) / 1991 cc (Petrol) | 1493 cc |
| Drive Type | 4MATIC AWD | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.9L M176 V6 Diesel / 2.0L M264 Petrol / 3.0L M256 Inline-6 | mHawk75 Turbocharged Diesel Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 Litres | 60 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC | 5-speed Mechanical Gearbox |
| Mileage | 11.74 kmpl - ARAI | 16 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 (Diesel V6) / 4 (Petrol) | 3 Cylinder Inline |
| Power | 272 bhp (GLE 300d) / 258 bhp (GLE 300) | 55.9 kw @ 3600 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Mechanical Ignition Layout |
| Torque | 600 Nm (Diesel) / 400 Nm (Petrol) | 210 Nm @ 1600–2200 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 630 Litres (5-seat) | 370 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 2215 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 230 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2250 kg | 1655 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4924 mm / 2020 mm / 1796 mm | 3995 mm x 1745 mm x 1880 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 / 7 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2680 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | — |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning system with slider temperature and fan speed dials |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display | High-contrast digital instrument cluster console featuring a digital tachometer, trip meter, and gear shift indicator |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | No |
| Infotainment System | 12.8-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Audio setup featuring a basic 1-DIN music system with AUX and Bluetooth on mid trims, stepping up to a localized 7-inch touchscreen layout on premium variants |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | No |
| Power Windows | Yes | Available across both front and rear doors |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | A fold-out central armrest is integrated into the second-row bench seat |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Durable fabric upholstery on baseline trims; premium vinyl/leatherette seat compositions on upper tiers |
| Sound System | Burmester 13-Speaker | Simple multi-channel sound configuration housing up to 4 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | Single front-mounted USB C- type charging and data port |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Dual-tone rugged steel-backed bumpers matching the body layout |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Basic bumper-integrated signature design elements |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Digital Light LED Headlamps | Large dual-chamber clear-lens halogen headlamps with manual beam level adjustments |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Rear window washer wiper assembly paired with a glass defogger grid line matrix |
| Roof Rails | — | Non-functional structural styling accents |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Classical vertical clear-lens halogen taillight layout stacked flanking the tailgate |
| Tyre Size | 265/50 R19 (front) / 295/45 R19 (rear) | 215/75 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 9 Airbags | 2 |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP with AIRMATIC | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes + Downhill Speed Regulation | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Sonar-guided reverse proximity distance sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHigh Tech SilverSodalite Blue | Stealth BlackDiamond WhiteDsat SilverRockey Beige |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
