Let's compare Skoda Kylaq Classic vs Mahindra Bolero Neo N4

Compare Skoda Kylaq Classic vs Mahindra Bolero Neo N4 price, specifications, mileage, features and performance to find the best car for you.

Skoda Kylaq Classic
Skoda Kylaq
Mahindra Bolero Neo N4
Mahindra Bolero Neo
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Here is a detailed comparison of price:

Skoda Kylaq Classic

Price

₹ 8.42 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 15,404/month

Mahindra Bolero Neo N4

Price

₹ 9.57 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 17,502/month

From the above comparison, we can conclude that Skoda Kylaq feels light on the pocket compared to Mahindra Bolero Neo by ₹1,14,714.

Dimensions & Seating

Body Type

Compact Suv

Compact Suv

Length

3995 mm

3995 mm

Width

1783 mm

1795 mm +12

Height

1619 mm

1817 mm +198

WheelBase

2566 mm

2680 mm +114

Ground Clearance

189 mm +9

180 mm

Seating Capacity

5

7 +2

Fuel Tank Capacity

45 Liters

50 Liters +5

Boot Space

360 Liters

384 Liters +24

Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type

Petrol

Diesel

Mileage (KMPL)

19.68 Km/l +2.39

17.29 Km/l

Range

885 Kms +21

864 Kms

Engine Type

1.0 Tsi

Mhawk100

Powertrain Assistance

No

Mild Hybrid

Emission Standards

Bs Vi

Bs Vi

No. of Cylinders

3

3

Displacement

999 cc

1493 cc +494

Max Power

114 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm +15.44

98.56 bhp @ 3750rpm

Max Torque

178 Nm @ 1750-4500 rpm

260 Nm @ 1750-2250 rpm +82

Transmission Type

MT

MT

Gear Box

6-MT

5-Speed

Drive Type

FWD

RWD

Top Speed

188 +38

150

Steering and Suspension

Tilt Adjust

Yes

Yes

Telescopic Adjust

Yes

--

Turning Radius

5.3

5.35 +0.05

Front Suspension

McPherson suspension with lower triangular links and torsion stabiliser

Double Wish-bone type, Independent Coil Spring

Rear Suspension

Twist Beam Axle

Multi-Link Coil Spring Suspension with Anti-Roll Bar

Front Brakes

Disc

Disc

Rear Brakes

Drum

Drum

Safety & Security

Airbags

6 +4

2

Seatbelt Warning

Yes

Yes

Over Speeding Warning

Yes

Yes

Anti-lock Braking System

Yes

Yes

ESP

Yes

Yes

Brake Assist

--

--

Tyre Pressure Monitor System

Yes

No

Reverse Camera

No

No

360 Camera

No

No

Hill Assist

--

--

Hill Descent Control

No

No

Child Lock

Yes

--

Isofix Child Seat Mount

Yes

--

Engine Immobilizer

Yes

Yes

ADAS

No

No

Comfort & Convenience

Power Windows

Front And Rear

Front And Rear

ORVM Adjustment

Electric

Manual

Request Sensors

Yes

--

Push Button Start

No

No

Cruise Control

No

No

Keyless Entry

Yes

--

Steering Mounted Control

--

--

Climate Control

--

--

Rear AC Vents

No

No

Adjustable Steering Column

Yes

Yes

Interior Features

Upholstery

Fabric

Fabric

Adjustable Front Seats

Yes

Yes

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Yes

--

Rear Armrest

No

No

Rear Cup Holders

--

--

Front Cup Holders

Yes

--

Cooled Glovebox

No

No

Exterior Features

Sunroof

No

No

Wheels

Steel Rims

Steel Rims

Fog Lights

No

No

Tyre Size

205 / 60 R16

15 / 75 R15

Daytime Running Lights

LED

--

Headlight Type

Reflector Led

Halogen

Tailgate

Electric

Manual

Roof Rails

Yes

No

Rear Wiper

No

No

Infotainment & Telematics

Touch Screen

--

--

Screen Size

--

--

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Navigation System

Yes

No

Speakers

--

--

Remote App Control

No

No

Wireless Charging

No

No

Smartphone Connectivity

No

No

Telematics

Analogue-Digital

Digital

Connectivity & Internet

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Navigation

Yes

No

Smartphone Connectivity

No

No

Skoda Kylaq Vs Mahindra Bolero Neo Colors
Skoda Kylaq Brilliant Silver

Brilliant Silver

Mahindra Bolero Neo ROCKEY BEIGE

ROCKEY BEIGE

Skoda Kylaq Brilliant Silver

Brilliant Silver

Mahindra Bolero Neo ROCKEY BEIGE

ROCKEY BEIGE

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Skoda Kylaq Vs Mahindra Bolero Neo FAQs

The ex-showroom price for the Skoda Kylaq in India ranges from approximately ₹7.55 Lakh to ₹12.80 Lakh (ex-showroom).

The Kylaq is powered exclusively by a 1.0-litre, three-cylinder, turbo-petrol (1.0 TSI) engine.

No, the Skoda Kylaq is currently offered only with a petrol engine; there is no diesel option.

The 1.0 TSI engine produces 115 PS (114 bhp) of power and 178 Nm of peak torque.

The engine is paired with either a 6-speed manual transmission (MT) or a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission (AT).

The claimed ARAI mileage for the Kylaq is approximately 19.68 kmpl for the manual and 19.05 kmpl for the automatic variant.

The Skoda Kylaq has received a 5-star safety rating for both Adult Occupant Protection and Child Occupant Protection in the Bharat NCAP crash test.

The Kylaq comes with 6 airbags as standard across all variants.

The main variants include Classic, Signature, Signature Plus, and Prestige, with both manual and automatic options available for most trims.

The Mahindra Bolero Neo is priced around ₹9.9 lakh to ₹12.5 lakh, ex-showroom. It is one of the most affordable ladder-frame compact SUVs in India, which is why government departments, police fleets, and private buyers in semi-urban areas often prefer it.

Think of it as the “Gangadhar hi Shaktimaan hai”, where the TUV300 was Gangadhar and the Bolero Neo is Shaktimaan.

Unlike front-wheel-drive crossovers, the Bolero Neo is a rear-wheel drive SUV with a ladder-frame chassis. That makes it a genuine compact SUV under 4 metres, able to handle rough roads, heavy loads, and rural conditions. If crossovers are city kids, the Bolero Neo is the village tough guy who still knows how to park in malls.

The Bolero Neo is ideal for police and administrative departments, contractors, farmers, and office goers in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. It is perfect for people living in suburbs, small towns, or hilly regions where roads are unpredictable. If your route has potholes, waterlogging, or unpaved stretches, this SUV makes sense. If you only drive to cafes in South Delhi, maybe not.

The Bolero Neo is powered by Mahindra’s 1.5-litre mHAWK100 diesel engine that produces 100 bhp and 260 Nm of torque. This three-cylinder turbo diesel is tuned for pulling power at low rpm, which makes it great for climbing hills, carrying luggage, or tackling broken roads. The engine is sourced from Mahindra’s proven mHAWK family that also powers the Scorpio and XUV, just in different configurations.

For a ladder-frame diesel SUV, the Bolero Neo is fairly efficient. In real-world conditions, it delivers around 15 to 17 km/l. Considering diesel prices at about ₹102 per litre, the running cost comes to roughly ₹6.5 to ₹7 per km, which is good for an SUV of this size and strength.

The Bolero Neo measures about 3.99 meters in length (13.09 ft), 1.79 meters in width (5.87 ft), and 1.81 meters in height (5.94 ft). Ground clearance is around 180 mm, which is enough for speed breakers and rough terrain. These compact dimensions make it easier to park in tight urban spots, while still giving you SUV-like road presence.

The boot space is flexible because of the side-facing jump seats in the third row. With seats up, there’s hardly space for luggage. Fold them, and you can fit around 384 liters, which means 2 medium suitcases and a few duffel bags. Perfect for a weekend road trip with family, but not for shifting your entire flat.

No, the Bolero Neo is diesel-only. Mahindra has kept it this way because diesel torque is essential for its intended use. Petrol would feel underpowered, and EV tech is reserved for Mahindra’s BE and XUV.e electric divisions.

It depends on the city. In Tier-1 metros with smooth roads, its heavy steering and old-school driving feel might not impress. But in Tier-2 and Tier-3 towns with potholes, speed breakers, and occasional off-road patches, it shines. In short, it is happier in Ghaziabad than in Gurgaon Cyberhub.