Tata, Maruti, Hyundai kept watching the show, while this SUV quietly captured number 1.

Tata, Maruti, Hyundai kept watching the show, while this SUV quietly captured number 1.

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New Delhi. A big change has been seen in India's SUV market. Neither Maruti, nor Hyundai or Tata, yet one SUV has overtaken all of them and established its dominance in the market. This car has crossed the sales mark of 17 lakh units so far and has become the best selling SUV of the country. The story of its popularity is not limited to just features or design, but its strength, performance and customer trust have made it number one. This car is none other than Mahindra's Bolero.

Mahindra Bolero, which has ruled the Indian SUV market for 25 years, is still maintaining its hold. Launched in August 2000, this SUV has created history due to its strength, reliable image and popularity in rural areas. Often people think of Maruti, Hyundai or Tata vehicles as the top ones, but actually India's best selling SUV is Mahindra Bolero. Its 17 lakh units have been sold so far, which makes it the number 1 selling SUV in the country.

Many updates of Mahindra Bolero
Bolero, popularly known as 'Sarpanch ki Gaadi' in rural areas of India, has been a reliable SUV. It has been updated several times in the last 25 years. The first major update came in 2007, in 2011 it got the m2DiCR engine, in 2016 it got a facelift with the mHawk engine. In 2020, a new model of Bolero was launched and in 2021, premium 'Bolero Neo' also came in the market. Now Mahindra has introduced 2025 model Bolero and Bolero Neo. Prices for the new Bolero start at Rs 7.99 lakh (ex-showroom), while the Bolero Neo starts at Rs 8.49 lakh.

2025 mahindra bolero
The new Bolero includes a new front grille, redesigned bumpers and stealth black color option. The top variant gets fog lamps, diamond-cut alloy wheels, touchscreen infotainment system, steering-mounted controls and USB Type-C charging ports. The seats have been reshaped for better support, and higher trims get leatherette upholstery. The new Rideflow suspension system now provides greater comfort and stability. The engine is the same 1.5-litre mHawk75 diesel, producing 75 bhp power and 210 Nm torque, mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox.

2025 mahindra bolero neo
The Bolero Neo also gets a new front grille, 16-inch dark gray alloy wheels and dual-tone paint like Jeans Blue and Concrete Grey. The cabin gets Lunar Gray and Mocha Brown themes, seats with better cushioning and the top variant gets a 9-inch touchscreen, rear camera and Type-C charging ports. Neo has a 1.5-litre mHawk100 diesel engine, which produces 100 bhp and 260 Nm torque.

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Keep cash ready this month, these 5 cars from cheap to expensive are going to be launched this month

Keep cash ready this month, these 5 cars from cheap to expensive are going to be launched this month

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Renault, Volvo and Mercedes launched new models. Maruti Suzuki will bring a new Arena SUV under the name of Victoris. Vinfast VF6, VF7 prices will be declared. Volvo EX30 EV will also introduce.

Last month, Renault launched two important in mass-market space, while Volvo launched the new XC60 facelift and Mercedes launched AMG CLE 53 Coupe in the premium market. This month, Maruti Suzuki will introduce an absolutely new Arena SUV. The Vinfast will announce VF6 and VF7 prices, and Volvo will continue its new product lineup with EX30 Electric SUV. Come, let's look closely on them.

Maruti Suzuki will introduce an absolutely new 5-sit midsize SUV, which will compete with Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos, but will be made more economical than Grand Vitara as it will be sold through the Arena dealership. This new SUV with Y17 codename can be called Victoris at the time of launch.

The Basalt range will have a new top-end trim. It is expected to get cosmetic and equipment upgrade. An image has also indicated new black and tan upholstery for the interior. While it can get new facilities like 360-degree camera, there will be no mechanical change in it.

After waiting for several months, Vinfast will announce VF7 prices this month. The 4.5-meter long EV has a sleek, crossover-like exterior. India-spec Vinfast VF7 will come with 7.2kw AC and CCS2 DC fast charging support with 70.8kwh LFP battery. Its price is expected to be around 30 lakh rupees, and the booking is already running.

VF6 is also coming this month and it is 4.23 meters long. It seems to be a small variant of VF7, and takes most of the facilities from large SUVs such as touchscreen, glass roof and adas suits. Prices are expected to be between Rs 20 lakh -25 lakh.

EX30 Volvo will have the first ground up EV in India. Its price is expected to be around Rs 50 lakh, which will keep it in line with other entry-level luxury EVs like BMW IX1 and Byd Sealion 7.

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September 01, 2025, 12:32 IST

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Keep cash ready this month, these 5 cars from cheap to expensive are going to be launched

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