New-Gen Mahindra Bolero Spotted Testing Again Ahead Of Launch
New-gen Mahindra Bolero is expected to make its global debut on August 15 in India with a host of revisions inside and out
Mahindra is currently testing a brand new ICE SUV for the domestic market and it appears to be the all-new Bolero or the Bolero Neo. The sightings of camouflaged prototypes hint at an SUV that commands attention through size and visual stance. Design elements appear to echo cues from Mahindra’s current body-on-frame portfolio, drawing clear parallels to models like the Scorpio N and elements from the Thar.e concept as well as the existing Bolero Neo.
Underneath, a thoroughly revised ladder-frame chassis is expected, setting it apart from competitors based on monocoque architecture and it could be positioned in a price conscious manner compared to the midsize SUVs available on sale. Equipment and technologies seen on the XUV700 could also trickle down into this more budget-oriented offering
The spy shots have so far revealed that the upcoming Bolero features a boxy and upright stance highlighted by its tall pillars and flat tailgate that continues to house a spare wheel. The front end carries vertical grille slats and a raised nose while the circular LED projector headlamps and rectangular tail lamps round off the traditional yet refreshed SUV silhouette.
A swooping bonnet adds to the squared-off proportions and we expect it to boast a spacious cabin as well. In terms of mechanicals, the new Bolero could retain the familiar 1.5-litre three-cylinder diesel engine rated at 100 hp and 260 Nm of torque in the Neo variant. That said, Mahindra may not entirely rule out the introduction of larger displacement engines either or the ones found in the monocoque XUV 3XO.
Mahindra’s well-established 2.0-litre petrol and 2.2-litre diesel engines – already deployed across several of its offerings – are reportedly being considered for the upcoming Bolero as well. These could be coupled with both manual and automatic gearboxes. Industry chatter suggests that the new platform underpinning the SUV might be unveiled on August 15, possibly accompanied by a near-production prototype on the same day.
Building on the strong market response to its recent lineup, Mahindra seems all set to recreate that momentum. Only this time, the focus is on a more attainable price segment, where the Bolero nameplate could once again assert its relevance.
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