The Mahindra Bolero Neo has been launched in India at an introductory starting price of INR 8.48 lakh. The Bolero Neo is essentially an updated TUV300, repositioned as an up-market variant within the Bolero range. The latest 7-seater compact SUV from the homegrown automobile manufacturer has been introduced in 4 trims that draw power from a 1.5L mHAWK100 diesel engine.  The new Mahindra Bolero Neo looks like a facelifted TUV300. However, to ensure that it appeals to customers who are looking for a rugged yet premium-looking compact SUV, Mahindra has added a bunch of new styling elements.

The headlights have been re-profiled and it looks a lot sleeker with the LED DRLs now positioned on the upper half. It also gets a re-worked front bumper with new fog lamps. The face has also been updated with Mahindra’s new six-slat chrome grille design. The C-pillar is now blacked-out while the D-pillar is body-colored. The Bolero Neo also draws some classic design cues from the standard Bolero that include a clam-shell bonnet, squared-off and marginally flared wheel arches, and a thick plastic cladding that runs along the length of the SUV. The Bolero Neo rides on new dual five-spoke alloy wheels finished in silver, while the roof rails from the TUV300 have incidentally been given a miss. At the rear, the Bolero Neo gets a new X-type spare wheel cover with ‘Bolero’ branding and a spoiler as well.

The interior of the new Mahindra Bolero Neo has some interesting features, too, that should be welcomed by potential customers. Accompanying the beige and black theme are the silver accents on the center console. The premium fabric seats are also a nice touch. There’s a revised twin-pod instrument cluster, armrests for front and second-row seats, a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, voice messaging system, Intellipark reverse assist, cruise control, and more.

Based on the same chassis as the Mahindra Scorpio and new generation Mahindra Thar, the new Mahindra Bolero Neo hides a 1.5L mHAWK100 diesel engine under its hood. This motor is capable of producing 100 hp at 3750 rpm and 260 Nm at 1750-2250 rpm. For the transmission, there’s a 5-speed manual gearbox that sends the power to the rear wheels. Mahindra has also added Micro hybrid technology with ESS (Electronic Start-Stop) for enhanced fuel efficiency.