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Mahindra Bolero Neo vs KIA Sonet

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Mahindra Bolero Neo or KIA Sonet? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Bolero Neo and Sonet. Mahindra Bolero Neo Price starts at Rs.9.95 Lakh (ex-showroom) for N4 7 Seater Diesel MT and KIA Sonet Price starts at Rs.7.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for HTE G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5-Speed MT. Mahindra Bolero Neo is 3 cylinder, 1493 cc Engine can generate 100 bhp @ 3750 rpm power whereas KIA Sonet is a 4 cylinder, 1197 cc Engine can generate 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Bolero Neo provides a mileage of 17.29 kmpl (base model), and Sonet has a mileage of 18.83 kmpl (base model).

Bolero Neo vs Sonet

Key HighlightsMahindra Bolero NeoKIA Sonet
PriceRs.9.95 LakhRs.7.99 Lakh
Engine Capacity1493 cc1197 cc
Power100 bhp @ 3750 rpm82 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Mileage/Range17.29 kmpl18.83 kmpl
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Mahindra Bolero Neo N4 7 Seater Diesel MT car
N4 7 Seater Diesel MT
Rs. 9.95 Lakh
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KIA Sonet HTE G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5-Speed MT car
HTE G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5-Speed MT
Rs. 7.99 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
11.30 Lakh
Price Breakup
8.97 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
User Rating
4.1
4.4
Boot Space (Litres)
384 Litres
385 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1493 cc
1197 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
100 bhp @ 3750 rpm
82 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Colors
Images
Bolero Neo Images
Bolero Neo Images
Bolero Neo Images
Sonet Images
Sonet Images
Sonet Images
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Exterior

Sunroof
Power Windows
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Adjustable ORVMs
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Turn Indicators on ORVMs
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Rear Wiper
Rear Defogger
Bootlid Opener
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Electric Tailgate Release
Rain Sensing Wipers
Daytime Running Lights
LED headlight
Projector headlight
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Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Double Wish-bone type& Independent Coil Spring
McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link Coil Spring Suspension with Anti-Roll Bar
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Wheels
Steel
Steel
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Front Tyre Size
215/75 R15
195/65 R15
Rear Tyre Size
215/75 R15
195/65 R15
Turning Radius
5.35 meters
5.1 meters
Tyre Size Spare
215/75 R15
195/65 R15
Wheels Size
R15
R15

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
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Adjustable Cluster Brightness
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Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
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Shift Indicator
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Tachometer
Analogue
Analogue
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
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Infotainment & Communication

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
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Multifunction Display
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
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Bluetooth Compatibility
Gesture Control
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Integrated Music System
Speakers
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
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Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/100000 Kms
3 Years/Unlimited Kms
Extended Warranty
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5 Years/unlimited Kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1493 cc
1197 cc
Engine Type
mHAWK100 1493cm3 BSVI
Smartstream G 1.2
No. of Cylinders
3
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
DOHC
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
5 Gears
5
Power
100 bhp @ 3750 rpm
82 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
260 Nm @ 1750-2250 rpm
115 Nm @ 4200 rpm
Battery Capacity
0.78 kwh
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Fast Charging
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Drivetrain
RWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
17 kmpl
18.83 kmpl
Top Speed
150 kmph
180 kmph

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
Ventilated Seats Type
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AC
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Rear AC Vents
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Automatic climate control
Heater
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Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
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Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
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Power Steering
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Adjustable steering
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
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Leather streering wheels
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Drive Modes
1
3
Keyless Entry

Safety

NCAP Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
Airbags
2
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
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Overspeed Warning
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1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
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check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
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check
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
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ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
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check
ASR / Traction Control
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
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Lane Departure Warning
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Emergency Brake Light Flashing
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Seat Belt Warning
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Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
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Rear Middle Head Rest
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Dimensions & Capacity

Length
3995 mm
3995 mm
Width
1795 mm
1790 mm
Height
1817 mm
1610 mm
Wheelbase
2680 mm
2500 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
190 mm
No. of Seats
7
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 Litres
45 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
6 Litres
3.4 Litres
Boot Space
384 Litres
385 Litres
Kerb Weight
2215 kg
1287 kg
Body Type
SUV
SUV

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Strong road presence with a bold front face
  • Frugal diesel engine with good fuel economy.
  • It comes equipped with all the necessary features for the user.
  • Good ride quality due to its strong suspension setup
  • More value-for-money option over the regular Bolero.
  • It has become more stylish than its previous generation
  • The car comes with features like a 360-degree camera, a 4-way powered driver seat, a BOSE 7-speaker sound system, auto-dimming IRVM, wireless charging, and more.
  • The design includes a dual-screen connected panel with a full digital cluster. It has a 10.25-inch color LCD MID and a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment.
  • It is available with 3 engine options: 1.2-litre NA petrol, 1.0-litre turbo petrol, and a 1.5-litre diesel engine. The HTK+ variant is available with all three engine options making it a good option.
  • Diesel engine is available starting from the base HTE variant
  • Different types of transmission options are available depending on the engine. The DCT gearbox is available starting with the HTX variant at Rs 12.29 lakh.
  • The interior comes with an option of 5 colour themes and offers a premium feel
  • The car is loaded with a number of safety features. It includes 15 standard safety features. These include 6 airbags, ESP, VSC, Hill-hold assist, ABS, Brake Assist, and more.
  • Level-1 ADAS features add extra safety. They include Front Collision Warning (FCW). They also include Leading vehicle departure alert, Lane Departure Warning, Lane keep assist, and more.
  • The base variant comes with a decent number of safety features and an attractive price tag
Cons
  • The interior fit-finish quality could have been improved.
  • The plastics feel a bit scratchy.
  • No space in the third row.
  • The ride quality and handling could have been improved at higher speeds.
  • No automatic transmission is on offer.
  • No automatic transmission with the 1.2-litre NA petrol engine
  • The lower models lack features. The company only reserves most of the good features for the higher variants.
  • GTX+ & X-Line variants are the only ones that have ADAS.
  • The turbo petrol engine does not offer a complete manual transmission. Instead, it comes with a clutchless manual transmission. This might not appeal to some customers.
  • The dual-tone color option is not available until the HTX+ variant
  • The 10.25-inch infotainment does not support Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
  • The top-of-the-line X-line trim comes with a high price tag specially with diesel engine
  • The 1.2-litre petrol engine is available in three variants only
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Detailed Comparison of Mahindra Bolero Neo and KIA Sonet

Safety

Bolero Neo comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), Overspeed Warning, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Seat Belt Warning, Reverse Camera, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning. Sonet has ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror.

Body

Bolero Neo has doors and seats. It is an with 384 Litres boot space, 50 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 180 mm. It is 1795 mm wide, 1817 mm high and 3995 mm long. It has 2215 kg kerb weight and 2680 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Sonet is an with doors and seats ,45 Litres fuel tank capacity, 385 Litres boot space, 190 mm ground clearance.It has 1610 mm height, 3995 mm length, 1790 mm width, and 1287 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Mahindra Bolero Neo comes with RWD and 5 Gears Manual transmission. And Sonet comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission.

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Mahindra Bolero Neo and KIA Sonet Owner Reviews

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    • AB
      Abhinav Bhatia
      10 Dec 2024
      4.2
      Perfect compact SUV it's called, in this price definitely we can afford it, I m something despondent with mileage but it's ok after all it's a SUV not and on highway love to drive it.
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      Raman Kumar
      2 Month ago
      3.4
      Great Car to own. Showed impressive performance at Upper Himalayas. Satisfied customer with the product.
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      Satyam Aggarwal
      3 Month ago
      5.0
      This car is my dream car, & I am thinking like a ride in a Hummer car. This car is coming with advanced features inbuilt in and gives luxury feelings.
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      Murlidhar A
      5 Month ago
      4.6
      This is the driver's favorite car. No tension while you drive anytime, 24/7, throughout the year. Less maintenance, reliable, and fun to drive. In a simple, amazing car to drive anytime.
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      Shashi Kumar
      5 Month ago
      4.2
      It's very useful in rough and tough roads; for safety, it's very good; the average is also better than old Bolero; and the Eco Mod is very useful in A/C as well as in speed. Overall, performance is excellent
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