Hyundai Exter vs Mahindra Bolero (2026)
Hyundai Exter (₹5.81 Lakh – ₹9.65 Lakh) and Mahindra Bolero (₹8.49 Lakh – ₹9.99 Lakh) go head-to-head in the compact suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Hyundai Exter is more affordable — it starts ₹2.68 Lakh lower than the Mahindra Bolero.
- The Hyundai Exter is the more powerful car, with 82 bhp against 75 bhp.
- The Hyundai Exter is more efficient on paper — up to 27 kmpl vs 16 kmpl.
Specification Comparison
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Hyundai Exter in short
The Exter is Hyundai's entry SUV and the direct answer to the Tata Punch, blending hatchback running costs with a high-riding stance. It packs segment-first kit such as a dashcam with dual cameras, a sunroof and six airbags as standard. The dual-cylinder CNG option keeps boot space usable, a clever touch rivals lack.
Full Exter prices & variants →Mahindra Bolero in short
The Bolero is Mahindra's evergreen workhorse, a ladder-frame 7-seater that has ruled rural and semi-urban India for over two decades. It sells on toughness, cheap maintenance and a vast service network rather than features or refinement. There is no direct rival at its price; buyers cross-shop it with the Bolero Neo and used Scorpios.
Full Bolero prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Exter or Bolero?
The Hyundai Exter is more affordable — it starts ₹2.68 Lakh lower than the Mahindra Bolero. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
Exter vs Bolero — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Hyundai Exter — not yet tested; Mahindra Bolero — not yet tested.
Should I buy the Exter or the Bolero?
The Hyundai Exter is more affordable — it starts ₹2.68 Lakh lower than the Mahindra Bolero. The Hyundai Exter is the more powerful car, with 82 bhp against 75 bhp. The Hyundai Exter is more efficient on paper — up to 27 kmpl vs 16 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.