Complete owner’s guide for the Mahindra Bolero with photo, model introduction, full specifications, 5-year India sales report, variant links, 80 reported issues and 1 replacement parts rendered directly in the HTML body for search engines.
One of India's most popular suvs — driven by reliability, value and proven service.
The Mahindra Bolero is a suv sold in India in the ₹9.12–11.26 lakh price range. Available in Petrol, it competes in the suv segment with feature-rich variants, modern safety equipment, and a strong service network across India.
Ex-showroom price: ₹9.12–₹11.26 lakh | Segment: SUV | Fuel: Petrol | Mileage: 14–18 km/l | Seating: 5 persons.
| Engine | 4-cyl Turbo |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.5–2.0 L |
| Power | 115–170 PS |
| Torque | 150–250 Nm |
| Transmission | 6MT / 7DCT / 6AT |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 14–18 km/l |
| Drive Type | FWD/AWD |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 9.7 s |
| Seating | 5 persons |
| Boot Space | 433 L |
| Fuel Tank | 50 L |
| Ground Clearance | 198 mm |
| Length × Width × Height | 4365 mm × 1815 mm × 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 |
| Airbags | 6 |
| Safety Rating | Not Yet Tested |
| Warranty | 3 yrs / 1,00,000 km |
| Infotainment | 10.25-in HD, connected car, OTA |
4 variants are listed with fuel type, transmission, airbags, trim level and direct variant-page links.
Units sold in India across the latest 5-year report period. Total 5-year volume is 3,88,700, with peak sales of 81,200 units in 2022 and 2024 sales of 75,800 units (-5% YoY).
| Year | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Units Sold | 73,400 | 78,900 | 81,200 | 79,400 | 75,800 |
These sales figures are sourced from curated SIAM, FADA and industry-report aligned data where available.
Many owners notice that the engine struggles to start early in the morning, especially in cold weather. The self motor runs but engine fires late.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,500–₹8,000 | Affected Years: 2015-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Long cranking time, Weak ignition, White smoke on start.
Drivers often complain that gears don’t shift smoothly, especially from 1st to 2nd or reverse.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹2,000–₹12,000 | Affected Years: 2012-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Gear lever stiffness, Grinding sound, Gear not engaging.
While driving on rough roads, a thud or knocking sound is heard from the rear side.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,000–₹10,000 | Affected Years: 2010-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Thud sound, Loose feeling, Uneven ride.
Brake pedal feels stiff and requires more force, especially at low speeds.
Severity: high | Repair Cost: ₹2,000–₹15,000 | Affected Years: 2014-2024 | Frequency: Moderate
Common symptoms: Hard pedal, Poor braking response.
Many drivers feel the steering requires too much effort, especially at low speeds.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,000–₹12,000 | Affected Years: 2010-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Hard steering, Slow turning response.
Tyres wear out faster on one side, reducing lifespan.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹500–₹5,000 | Affected Years: 2010-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Uneven tread, Vibration.
Vehicle battery loses charge even when not used frequently.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹2,000–₹7,000 | Affected Years: 2013-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Dead battery, Dim lights.
Air conditioner fails to cool cabin effectively during summers.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,500–₹10,000 | Affected Years: 2012-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Warm air, Weak airflow.
Doors don’t lock/unlock properly using remote or switch.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹1,000–₹6,000 | Affected Years: 2015-2024 | Frequency: Moderate
Common symptoms: Remote not responding, Partial locking.
Engine revs increase but vehicle doesn’t pick up speed properly.
Severity: high | Repair Cost: ₹4,000–₹15,000 | Affected Years: 2010-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: High RPM, Low acceleration.
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