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Bolero vs Thar OG

Ex-showroom prices and the specifications that have been published. Rows that differ are marked.

Mahindra

Bolero

Bolero
Price Range

₹8.57 lakh – ₹9.99 lakh

Mileage

16 km/l

Diesel • 4 TrimsOpen model
VS
Mahindra

Thar OG

Thar OG
Price Range

₹10.32 lakh – ₹18.99 lakh

Mileage

Not published

Diesel / Petrol • 15 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

Published pros for each vehicle. A written verdict appears only when one is stored.

Editorial Summary

“Bolero takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in overall balance and value. While Thar OG remains a capable contender, Bolero offers greater return per rupee spent.”

Real-World Comparison

The Differences That Actually Matter

Stripping away marketing jargon: how these two vehicles perform across the 5 essential pillars of ownership.

Engine Performance

Segment Edge:Published figures only
Bolero

76 PS

210 Nm

Thar OG

118.6 PS

300 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Published mileage only
Bolero

16 km/l

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Thar OG

Not published

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Long-Term Intelligence

Ownership figures on record

Only stored mileage, service, insurance, and depreciation figures are shown. Missing items are left out.

Mahindra

Bolero

Listed items₹3,75,000
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹3,75,000
Mahindra

Thar OG

Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

Compare matching price brackets and sweet-spot trim packages side-by-side.

Price Delta:₹3.62 lakh(Bolero lower)

B6

1493 cc • Manual • 16 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹9.37 lakh

1.5L LXT Diesel RWD

1497 cc • Manual •

Ex-Showroom₹12.99 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

Bolero
Thar OG
Engine TypeDiffers
Bolero:1493 cc
Thar OG:1497 cc, 1997 cc, 2184 cc
Max PowerDiffers
Bolero:76 PS
Thar OG:118.6 PS
Peak TorqueDiffers
Bolero:210 Nm
Thar OG:300 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
Bolero:Manual
Thar OG:Manual, Automatic
Fuel OptionsDiffers
Bolero:Diesel
Thar OG:Diesel, Petrol
Claimed MileageDiffers
Bolero:16 km/l
Thar OG:—
Bolero
Thar OG
SeatingDiffers
Bolero:7 seats
Thar OG:4 seats
Ground ClearanceDiffers
Bolero:—
Thar OG:232 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
Bolero:60 litres
Thar OG:55 litres
Body Type
Bolero:Compact SUV
Thar OG:Compact SUV
Bolero
Thar OG
Airbags
Bolero:2
Thar OG:2
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct, objective answers to the most common head-to-head questions asked by prospective buyers.