Citroën BasaltX vs Mahindra Bolero Neo
The BasaltX is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹8.55 lakh against ₹9.06 lakh for the Bolero Neo. The BasaltX has the better crash-test result (4 stars vs 1). The Bolero Neo seats more people (up to 7). Only the BasaltX offers an automatic gearbox.
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BasaltX vs Bolero Neo: specs and prices
| Citroën BasaltX | Mahindra Bolero Neo | |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹8.55 L – ₹13.89 L | ₹9.06 L – ₹10.85 L |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Petrol | Diesel |
| Gearbox | Manual, Automatic | Manual |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Mileage (claimed) | – | 18.04 km/l |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 2 |
| Crash-test rating | 4-star (Bharat NCAP) | 1-star (Global NCAP) |
| Expert score | – | 6/10 |
| Variants | 12 | 5 |
| Cheapest automatic | ₹12.82 L | – |
Ex-showroom prices from each maker's official website, updated 2026-10-22. On-road prices depend on your state.
Quick answers
- Which is cheaper, the Citroën BasaltX or the Mahindra Bolero Neo?
- The Citroën BasaltX starts at ₹8.55 lakh ex-showroom; the Mahindra Bolero Neo starts at ₹9.06 lakh. Prices updated 2026-10-22.
- Which is safer, the BasaltX or the Bolero Neo?
- BasaltX: 4-star Bharat NCAP; Bolero Neo: 1-star Global NCAP. Up to 6 and 2 airbags respectively.
- Which is better, the BasaltX or the Bolero Neo?
- The BasaltX is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹8.55 lakh against ₹9.06 lakh for the Bolero Neo. The BasaltX has the better crash-test result (4 stars vs 1). The Bolero Neo seats more people (up to 7). Only the BasaltX offers an automatic gearbox. Which suits you depends on your budget and the features you need: Right Ride's matcher ranks both against your priorities and shows on-road prices for your state.