2026 Mahindra Bolero – The Working Bakkie For SA Businesses
With a good blend of economy, size, design style and load capability, the Mahindra Bolero is an obvious choice for anybody who is looking for a value for money, easy-to-drive, no-frills bakkie that performs well on South African roads. Available in a single-cab dropside format in both the legacy Maxitruck Plus and the next-generation MaXX Pik-Up versions, it is easy to maintain and is well-suited as a light commercial vehicle (LCV) built to meet your business needs.
Thanks to its all-terrain suspension, practical load-carrying capability, extra-large wheels, power steering, power windows, A/C, and comfortable cab interior, the Mahindra Bolero offers a solid set of practical features at an unbeatable price, making it a reliable workhorse. It’s engineered to deliver a low cost-per-kilometre (CPK) for fleet operators, small business owners, and agricultural operations. If you are looking for a new or used Mahindra Bolero, why not visit Group1 today or contact us to find out more?
2026 Mahindra Bolero Bakkie Engine Specs
Thanks to some relatively generous engine specs the Mahindra Bolero truck can take on almost any task that is asked of it. Powered by Mahindra’s m2Di 2.5-litre, four-cylinder turbodiesel engine, available in two states of tune — 52 kW/200 N.m in the 1.3 City and 1.5 City, and 60 kW/220 N.m in the 1.7 HD — the Bolero MaXX Pik-Up has all of the right credentials and can easily carry a payload of up to 1.7 tonnes even at high speeds, with power sent to the rear wheels via a five-speed manual gearbox. The Bolero Maxitruck is powered by a 2.5-litre, four-cylinder m2D|CR TA/TB turbodiesel engine, producing 46 kW and 195 Nm of torque. It is also paired with a five-speed manual transmission and can carry a payload of up to 1,150 kg.
| ENGINE | POWER | TORQUE | TRANSMISSION |
| m2Di 2.5-litre | 52 kW | 200 N.m | 5-speed manual |
| m2Di 2.5-litre | 60 kW | 220 N.m | 5-speed manual |
| m2D|CR TA/TB Turbo Diesel (Maxitruck Plus) |
46 kW | 195 N.m | 5-speed manual |
To drive the Mahindra Bolero, one requires a Code B driver’s license.
A more detailed breakdown of Mahindra Bolero truck engine specs is in our FREE-to-download Bolero brochure. Please be sure to download it to learn more about the Mahindra Bolero and its selection of practical features.
Mahindra Bolero Interior Accessories
Built to work and available in a number of different versions, the Mahindra Bolero interior accessories are variant-specific, but do include:
- Air-conditioning*
- Power steering
- Cloth upholstery (driver-plus-two configuration)
- Driver seat 6-way adjustment
- Height- and reach-adjustable driver’s seat with reclining functionality*
- Lockable air-cooled glovebox
- 12V power socket
- Cabin lamp
- Floor kit mat
- Rear sliding glass
- Stain-resistant seats*
*model-dependent
Mahindra Bolero Exterior Accessories
A vehicle as tough as the Bolero comes standard with many features, but the following are variant-specific. More details are included in the downloadable brochure found on this page. The Mahindra Bolero exterior accessories include:
- Sidestep
- Door decals
- Colour coded bumpers
- Wheel caps
- 15-inch wheels
- Metal bumpers*
- Underbody protection*
Please contact us if you would like to discuss Mahindra Bolero extras and accessory options. Our team of Mahindra experts is waiting for your call at our showrooms in Midrand or Kuils River.
2026 Mahindra Bolero truck MaXX Pik-Up Review
The new Bolero MaXX Pik-Up comes with a powerful and fuel-efficient diesel engine designed by Mahindra to offer an extended work life. Added to this is that the Bolero is exceptionally easy to maintain and has a low operating cost. Like many other new Mahindra cars, it is also multifunctional, with three different variants that make it suitable for a range of tasks. It is available in single-cab format, with payload capacities ranging from 1.3 to 1.7 tonnes.
An all-new power steering system enables easy manoeuvring. The pick-up truck combines practical design with the capability needed for demanding work.
The styling of the Bolero MaXX Pik-Up is purposeful and includes strong metal bumpers on the higher-spec models, 15-inch wheels and a practical dropside load body. Available load body lengths range from 2.5 metres on the 1.3 City to 3.05 metres on the 1.7 HD, giving businesses the flexibility to choose a model suited to their load-carrying requirements. The headlights also include a chrome-finishedchrome finish frame and tri-coloured tail lights that neatly finish off the masculine look of the Bolero pick-up truck.
Mahindra Bolero Fuel Consumption*
Due to the fact that the Mahindra Bolero MaXX lineup is powered by Mahindra’s new m2Di 2.5-litre, four-cylinder turbodiesel engine, it has a claimed average fuel consumption figure from 5.9 L/100 km. We have included different “quick look” fuel consumption charts below:
The Bolero truck has the following fuel consumption figures*:
| Model | Consumption Rate | CO2 Emission |
|---|---|---|
| MaXX 1.3T | 5.92 L/100 km* | Currently Unreleased* |
| MaXX 1.5T | 6.45 L/100 km* | Currently Unreleased* |
| MaXX 1.7T | 7.41 L/100 km* | Currently Unreleased* |
| Maxitruck Plus | 7.0 L/100 km* | Currently Unreleased* |
Mahindra Bolero Safety Features
- Wide radials and anti-roll bar
- Disc-drum brake combination
- Corrosion-resistant body
- Rear parking sensors
- ABS brakes*
- Underbody and side protection*
- Emergency locking retractor (ELR) seatbelts*
- Engine immobiliser*
Mahindra Bolero Dimensions
- Wheelbase
- Bolero Maxitruck: 3,014 mm
- Bolero MaXX City 1.3: 3,150 mm
- Bolero MaXX City 1.5: 3,265 mm
- Bolero MaXX 1.7: 3,290 mm
- Length
- Bolero Maxitruck: 4,925 mm
- Bolero MaXX City 1.3: 4,800 mm
- Bolero MaXX City 1.5: 4,940 mm
- Bolero MaXX 1.7: 5,345 mm
- Overall Width
- Bolero Maxitruck: 1,815 mm
- Bolero MaXX City 1.3: 1,755 mm
- Bolero MaXX City 1.5: 1,755 mm
- Bolero MaXX 1.7: 1,800 mm
- Overall Height
- Bolero Maxitruck: 1,885 mm
- Bolero MaXX City 1.3: 1,873 mm
- Bolero MaXX City 1.5: 1,880 mm
- Bolero MaXX 1.7: 1,895 mm
- Ground Clearance
- Bolero Maxitruck: 200 mm
- Bolero MaXX City 1.3: 185 mm
- Bolero MaXX City 1.5: 185 mm
- Bolero MaXX 1.7: 210 mm
Mahindra Bolero Colours
- Arctic White
Frequently Asked Mahindra Bolero Questions and Answers
What are the engine specifications of Mahindra Bolero?
Show The Answer +The Mahindra Bolero MaXX Pik-Up is powered by Mahindra’s m2Di 2.5-litre, four-cylinder turbodiesel engine, available in two states of tune. The 1.3 City and 1.5 City variants produce 52 kW of power and 200 N.m of torque, while the 1.7 HD produces 60 kW and 220 N.m of torque. All three variants are equipped with a five-speed manual transmission that sends power to the rear wheels. The Bolero Maxitruck is powered by a 2.5-litre, four-cylinder m2D|CR TA/TB turbodiesel engine, producing 46 kW and 195 Nm of torque coupled with a five-speed manual transmission.
What is the average fuel consumption of Mahindra Bolero?
Show The Answer +The average fuel consumption of the Mahindra Bolero MaXX Pik-Up varies across the different variants, with the 1.3 City returning 5.92 L/100 km*, the 1.5 City 6.45 L/100 km*, and the 1.7 HD 7.41 L/100 km*. The Bolero Maxitruck has an average fuel consumption of 7.0 L/100 km.*
What are the colours available in Mahindra Bolero?
Show The Answer +Currently, the Mahindra Bolero is only available in Arctic White in South Africa. This makes it easy to brand, which adds to its fleet vehicle appeal, and thanks to its body design and the quality of the paintwork, this Arctic White really stands out in a crowd.
What is the fuel tank capacity of Mahindra Bolero?
Show The Answer +The fuel tank capacity of the Mahindra Bolero MaXX Pik-Up is 45 litres for the 1.3 City and 1.5 City variants, while the 1.7 HD variant has a 60-litre fuel tank. With its m2D|CR TA/TB Turbo Diesel engine, the Bolero Maxitruck has a 45-litre fuel tank.
Is the Mahindra Bolero available in a 4×4 option?
Show The Answer +No. The current Mahindra Bolero is available with a rear-wheel-drive (4×2) drivetrain, including the new Mahindra Bolero MaXX Pik-Up range. However, pre-owned Mahindra Bolero models are available in 4×4 configurations, including single- and double-cab variants, depending on stock.
Is there an automatic gearbox option in the Bolero?
Show The Answer +No, at this time there is only a 5-speed manual gearbox option available across the entire range.
What is the towing capacity of the Bolero?
Show The Answer +The Mahindra Bolero does not have an officially listed towing capacity rating in South Africa. The range is positioned primarily as a load-carrying vehicle, with payload capacities ranging from 1,150 kg to 1,700 kg.
What is the Bolero’s payload capacity?
Show The Answer +The MaXX Pik-Up has a payload capacity of 1,300 kg to 1,700 kg, depending on the variant. The 1.3 City can carry up to 1,300 kg, the 1.5 City up to 1,500 kg, and the 1.7 HD up to 1,700 kg. The Maxitruck carries a payload of up to 1,150 kg. This is just another amazing Bolero capability that highlights just how good a Light Commercial Vehicle the Bolero really is.
What is the Bolero’s standard warranty and service plan?
Show The Answer +The Bolero MaXX Pik-Up comes with a standard 4-year/120,000 km warranty and roadside assistance. Optional service plans are available separately, with service intervals of 20,000 km. The Maxitruck has a 2-year/50,000 km warranty, with an optional 3-year/60,000 km service plan and 10,000 km service intervals.
