Comparing the MG Hector 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 MG Hector is available at ₹1,464,000, while the Mahindra Bolero Neo is priced at ₹885,000. On the engine front, the MG Hector comes with a 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Mahindra Bolero Neo's 1493 cc, producing 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) and 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI for the MG Hector 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 | 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) | 1493 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.5L Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel / 1.5L Turbo Petrol CNG | mHawk100 1.5L Turbocharged Diesel Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 50 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 5-Speed Manual Gearbox |
| Mileage | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI | 17 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 Cylinders Inline |
| Power | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) | 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Micro-hybrid engine start-stop technology key system |
| Torque | 250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Petrol) / 350 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm (Diesel) | 260 Nm @ 1750–2250 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 587 Litres | 384 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2215 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 192 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1584 kg (Diesel) | 1510 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm | 3995 × 1795 × 1817 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt-adjustable power steering column |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote keyless entry with speed-sensing auto-locking mechanics |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Powerful manual Air Conditioning system with dedicated ECO cooling mode settings |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 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 |
| Infotainment System | 14-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 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 | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Integrated central armrests are installed for both front row seats and the second-row middle bench seat on upper variants |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Premium fabric upholstery |
| Sound System | Infinity Sound System - 6 Speakers | Multi-speaker layout comprising 4 Speakers and 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | Standard front-row USB C- Type charging slots |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey MG | Available via built-in Voice Messaging alert software |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | X-shaped body-colored bumpers fitted with distinct black wrap cladding |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lights integrated into the headlamp cluster assembly |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Stylish front bumper-integrated fog lamps |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Twin-pod sporty static bending headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Classic upright rear combination lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/65 R17 | 215/75 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Availble |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 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 - 360° Camera | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Reverse sonar parking assist sensor matrix |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue | Pearl WhiteDiamond WhiteRocky BeigeStealth BlackJeans Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
