Mahindra Bolero Neo: N4 1.5 Diesel MT vs N8 1.5 Diesel MT

The N8 1.5 Diesel MT costs ₹63,000 more than the N4 1.5 Diesel MT. The equipment it adds covers 42% of that on our values — pricey. Every feature is priced below.

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The verdict

N4 1.5 Diesel MT → N8 1.5 Diesel MT

Pricey

You pay extra

₹63,000

₹9,06,000 → ₹9,69,000

Features are worth

₹26,680

6 gained

Equipment covers

42%

of what the variant costs extra

N8 1.5 Diesel MT costs ₹63,000 more than N4 1.5 Diesel MT and brings only ₹26,680 of equipment we can put a price on — about 42% of what you pay. Unless you specifically need something in the list below, N4 1.5 Diesel MT is the better buy.

We price the equipment that separates these two trims. The rest of the difference pays for things we don't itemise — materials, fit and finish, and the manufacturer's own margin. An upgrade that clears 100% is one where the equipment alone is worth what it costs.

*Ex-showroom, Delhi · Prices checked Nov 2026

What the extra equipment is

Factory-only or fit it later

Only from the factory
₹11,040 · 2 features
Could be fitted later
₹15,640 · 4 features

Of the equipment this variant adds, at our valuations. Which features count as fit-later is set per feature in the methodology.

Mahindra Bolero Neo — manufacturer photograph
Photograph: Mahindra. Shows the Mahindra Bolero Neo, not either trim specifically — the table below is what separates them.
Where the money goes

Feature-by-feature valuation

6 of 77 features differ between these trims.

FeatureN4 1.5 Diesel MTN8 1.5 Diesel MTValue
Safety & driver assistance
Rear Defogger & Wiper/WasherEssential rainy season safety features for clear rear visibility.NoYes+₹7,360
Day/Night Inside MirrorManually flipped anti-glare inside rear-view mirror. The tier below the auto-dimming mirror.NoYes+₹1,840
Comfort & convenience
Steering-Mounted ControlsAudio and phone controls on the steering wheel. Cruise control buttons are priced with cruise control.NoYes+₹3,680
Remote Central LockingCentral locking operated by a remote or flip key, rather than a key turned in the door.NoYes+₹4,600
Infotainment & connectivity
Basic Music System (No Touchscreen)A head unit or audio dock with speakers, on a trim that has no touchscreen. The tier below the 7-inch touchscreen.NoYes+₹6,440
Exterior & wheels
Full Wheel CoversSteel wheels with full covers or a styled painted finish, rather than bare steel with centre caps. The tier below alloy wheels.NoYes+₹2,760
Net feature value6 gained₹26,680

Values are our own estimates of what each feature is worth on this segment of car, not manufacturer pricing. We only price equipment that differs between trims, so this column will not add up to the full price gap — the rest pays for materials, fit and finish, and margin. Every valuation and its reasoning is published here.

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On our figures

₹26,680 of equipment against ₹63,000 — 42% of the variant

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What you actually pay

On-road price, side by side

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In Delhi, N8 1.5 Diesel MT costs ₹71,776 more on the road than N4 1.5 Diesel MT, against ₹63,000 ex-showroom. ₹8,776 of that is road tax, insurance and charges that rise with the price. The verdict above is measured against the ex-showroom difference.

Drive-away cost

N4 1.5 Diesel MT

diesel · manual · Delhi

Ex-showroom price
₹9,06,000
RTO road taxDelhi slab for diesel, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
₹84,906
Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
₹45,300
Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
₹1,200
Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
₹1,900
On-road, Delhi₹10,39,306
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Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.

Drive-away cost

N8 1.5 Diesel MT

diesel · manual · Delhi

Ex-showroom price
₹9,69,000
RTO road taxDelhi slab for diesel, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
₹90,532
Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
₹48,450
Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
₹1,200
Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
₹1,900
On-road, Delhi₹11,11,082
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Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.

Common questions

What is the price difference between the Mahindra Bolero Neo N4 1.5 Diesel MT and N8 1.5 Diesel MT?
₹63,000 ex-showroom — N4 1.5 Diesel MT is ₹9,06,000 and N8 1.5 Diesel MT is ₹9,69,000.
Is the Mahindra Bolero Neo N8 1.5 Diesel MT worth the extra money over the N4 1.5 Diesel MT?
N8 1.5 Diesel MT costs ₹63,000 more than N4 1.5 Diesel MT and brings only ₹26,680 of equipment we can put a price on — about 42% of what you pay. Unless you specifically need something in the list below, N4 1.5 Diesel MT is the better buy.
What do you actually get on the N8 1.5 Diesel MT that the N4 1.5 Diesel MT doesn't have?
6 features, led by Rear Defogger & Wiper/Washer, Basic Music System (No Touchscreen), Remote Central Locking. The full list with our rupee valuation for each is in the table above.