The legendary Mahindra Bolero has received a fresh update for 2025, marking another step in its long and successful journey as India’s most trusted rugged SUV. Alongside it, Mahindra has also refreshed the Bolero Neo, giving buyers more options in the affordable SUV space. The new Bolero lineup gets styling tweaks, more comfort features, and tech updates while retaining its classic strength and reliability.

Design and Styling

The new Bolero range now carries a bolder stance with an updated front grille, reworked bumpers, and sharper headlamp designs. Mahindra has introduced new alloy wheels and dual-tone paint options that make the SUV look fresher without losing its rugged DNA. The Bolero Neo gets a slightly more urban design with body-colored cladding and sportier elements, appealing to younger buyers who want style with substance.

Interior and Features

Inside, Mahindra has made several improvements to make the Bolero feel more comfortable and contemporary. You now get better-quality seat fabrics, new interior color themes, and a redesigned dashboard on higher variants. Both the Bolero and Bolero Neo come equipped with a touchscreen infotainment system, steering-mounted controls, USB Type-C charging ports, and rear parking cameras. The top variants also feature leatherette upholstery, new seat contours, and improved air-conditioning vents for better comfort during long drives.

Performance and Powertrain

Under the hood, the new Bolero continues with Mahindra’s proven 1.5-litre mHawk diesel engine, which offers the perfect balance of torque and fuel efficiency. Power delivery remains smooth, and the 5-speed manual transmission feels robust, ideal for rough terrains and heavy-duty use. Mahindra has also worked on suspension tuning — dubbed RideFlo technology — to improve ride quality, especially on broken roads and rural stretches.

Variants and Pricing

The 2025 Bolero lineup starts at around ₹7.99 lakh for the base model and goes up to ₹9.99 lakh (ex-showroom) for the top variants. The Bolero Neo follows a similar pricing pattern, starting at approximately ₹8.49 lakh. This aggressive pricing keeps it one of the most value-for-money SUVs in India, especially for buyers looking for a tough, low-maintenance vehicle.

What’s New in 2025

The key updates for 2025 include redesigned bumpers and grille, refreshed alloy wheels, new dual-tone colors, improved cabin materials, a modern infotainment system, and the addition of Type-C USB charging. Despite these updates, Mahindra has managed to maintain affordability, ensuring that the Bolero continues to appeal to both rural and urban buyers.

Rivals and Competition

The new Bolero and Bolero Neo compete with compact and subcompact SUVs like the Maruti Suzuki Fronx, Tata Punch, Hyundai Exter, and entry-level variants of the Kia Sonet and Tata Nexon. While rivals offer more tech and refinement, none match the Bolero’s toughness, durability, and ease of maintenance — qualities that make it a favorite among fleet operators and rural customers.

Verdict

The 2025 Mahindra Bolero perfectly blends traditional ruggedness with a touch of modern comfort. It remains one of the most durable and practical SUVs in India, offering unbeatable reliability for both city and off-road conditions. The Bolero Neo adds style and sophistication for those who want a tougher-looking urban SUV.

Mahindra has smartly evolved the Bolero without taking away its core identity — making it ready for another decade of dominance on Indian roads.