Mahindra Thar vs Mahindra Bolero - Which One Should You Buy

Mahindra Thar vs Mahindra Bolero Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Mahindra Thar and Mahindra Bolero Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

The Mahindra Thar comes in 7 variants. Engine options include Diesel and Petrol as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹10.32 Lakh. The cheapest variant, AXT RWD Diesel, costs ₹10.32 Lakh, while the top-end variant, LXT 4WD Diesel AT, is priced at ₹17.80 Lakh. The Mahindra Bolero comes in 4 variants. Engine options include Diesel as per the selected variant, paired with manual transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹8.49 Lakh. The cheapest variant, B4, costs ₹8.49 Lakh, while the top-end variant, B8, is priced at ₹9.99 Lakh.

Specification	Mahindra Thar	Mahindra Bolero
Price	₹10.32 Lakh	₹8.49 Lakh
Engine	1497 cc D117 CRDe Diesel	1493 cc mHAWK75 Diesel
Transmission	6-Speed	5-Speed
Mileage	-	16 kmpl

Price

₹10.32 Lakh

₹8.49 Lakh

Engine

1497 cc D117 CRDe Diesel

1493 cc mHAWK75 Diesel

Transmission

6-Speed

5-Speed

Mileage

16 kmpl

Mahindra Thar

₹ 10.32 Lakh

AXT RWD Diesel

Mahindra Bolero

₹ 8.49 Lakh

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Comparison

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EMI Cost

Pros & Cons

Engine and Performance

Max Power

116.93bhp@3500rpm

74.96bhp@3600rpm

Max Torque

300Nm@1750-2500rpm

210Nm@1600-2200rpm

Displacement

1497 cc

1493 cc

No. of Cylinders

Drive Type

RWD

Fuel Specifications

Diesel Fuel Tank Capacity

45 Litres

60 Litres

Diesel Highway Mileage

11 kmpl

Diesel Mileage Arai

16 kmpl

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Tank Capacity

45 Litres

60 Litres

Dimensions and Design

Ground Clearance

226 mm

Ground Clearance Unladen

226 mm

Height

1850 mm

1880 mm

Length

3985 mm

3995 mm

Wheelbase

2450 mm

2680 mm

Interior Specifications

Seating Capacity

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels

Not Available

Rear Track

1520 mm

Tyre Size

245/75 R16

215/75 R15

Tyre Type

Tubeless All-Terrain

Tubeless

Wheel Covers

Not Available

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Approach Angle

41.2

Break Over Angle

26.2

Departure Angle

Front Brake Type

Disc

disc

Front Suspension

Double wishbone suspension

Safety Features

360 View Camera

Not Available

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Not Available

Child Safety Locks

Interior Features

Additional Features

Seat Upholstery Vinyl

Digital Cluster

Sami (Monochrome)

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Not Available

Adjustable Headlamps

Adjustable Headrest

Adjustable Steering

Not Available

Air Conditioner

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Not Available

Apple Carplay

Not Available

Bluetooth Connectivity

Not Available

Digital Cluster Size

4.2 inch Inch

Radio

Not Available

Exterior Features

Boot Opening

Manual

Fog Lights

Not Available

Led Drls

Led Headlamps

Led Taillights

Brochure

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EMI Cost Comparison

Assuming 20% down payment, 9.5% interest, 60-month tenure

Mahindra Thar - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹8,25,600

Interest: 9.5%

₹78,432

Down Payment (20%)

₹2,06,400

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹17,339/month

Mahindra Bolero - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹6,79,200

Interest: 9.5%

₹64,524

Down Payment (20%)

₹1,69,800

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹14,264/month

Pros & Cons Comparison

Things We Like in Mahindra Thar

India's only mass-market SUV combining body-on-frame construction, low-range 4WD, and an electronic brake-locking differential.
Three distinct engine options, including India's only TGDi petrol in this segment.

Things We Like in Mahindra Bolero

Dual airbags and ABS are standard across every single variant.
Micro Hybrid Engine Start-Stop comes standard on all variants.

Things We Don't Like in Mahindra Thar

The 2020 NCAP test showed an unstable footwell and marginal knee protection, with no updated results available.
Side body and curtain airbags are absent across all variants.

Things We Don't Like in Mahindra Bolero

Base variant ships with vinyl seats.
The 5+2 seating puts two passengers in cramped, rear-facing jump seats.

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