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Next gen Mahindra Bolero is expected to go on sale in the coming months and it will get a brand new exterior and interior
By the middle of this month, Mahindra & Mahindra is gearing up to unveil four new concept models alongside an all-new platform. The highly anticipated next generation Bolero could share the spotlight during this reveal but it has not been officially announced yet. It is worth noting that road trials for the updated XUV700 are also underway with its market debut scheduled for early 2026.
Focussing on the new Bolero, it has been caught testing again in India in its close-to-production guise. The prototype’s front end keeps the MUV’s familiar upright stance complemented by its slightly swooping bonnet and squared off wheel arches. Its redesigned grille carries vertical slats and circular LED headlamps with DRLs sitting on either side – keeping in line with the retro modern theme found in other models.
Other highlights are new dual-tone alloy wheels and pronounced body cladding around the arches pointing toward a tougher yet look. Inside, though still under partial camouflage, the SUV reveals a steering wheel likely lifted from the Mahindra Scorpio N. The dashboard appears reworked to accommodate a touchscreen infotainment unit while a revised centre console design will also be available.
At present, the Bolero Neo is powered by a 1.5-litre, three-cylinder diesel engine mated to a manual gearbox, delivering roughly 99 bhp. For its upcoming generation, Mahindra will more likely to swap this setup for the four-cylinder 1.5-litre diesel already found in the Thar three-door and XUV 3XO. This updated powertrain is expected to provide not only higher performance but also better overall drivability.
The next generation Bolero is expected to slot a bit above the current Bolero Neo which could prompt Mahindra to introduce a fresh suffix. With the Bolero nameplate enjoying over two decades of consistent demand, it is highly probable that the present iteration will continue to be sold alongside the upcoming model.
The forthcoming body-on-frame SUV, as mentioned before, may take on multiple midsize monocoque SUVs, matching them not only in road presence but also in market competitiveness.
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