Mahindra Bolero Maxi truck

March 29, 2016: Mahindra Bolero Maxi Truck is based on the same Bolero pickup platform. Starting from INR 4.3 lakh ex-showroom price, it’s available in both diesel and CNG engine specifications. The diesel motor is 2.5 litre mDI 3200 Turbocharged unit, while the CNG one is MSI 2500 SI motor. The power & torque for diesel and CNG is 46.3 bhp & 182.5 Nm and 70 bhp & 181 Nm. Available in the only wheelbase option of 3,150 mm and power steering in diesel version, Bolero Maxi Truck is easy to maneuver both on and off the road. Having payload capacity of 1,000 kg for diesel and 1,150 kg for CNG, the truck can easily carry loads including bricks, cement or food sacks, gravel or sand, FMCG or grocery, etc. Interior features include tiltable steering, standard seats, disc brakes, ergonomic design and more, although the vehicle has no provision for AC.

MAHINDRA BOLERO MAXI TRUCK - EXPERT REVIEW

Overview

Mahindra & Mahindra leads India in the pickup truck segment. There is no doubt in the fact that pickup trucks from Mahindra are counted amongst the most selling commercial vehicles in the country. Low maintenance cost, above par mileage and best in class payload capacity separate the complete range of pickup vehicles designed on the Mahindra Bolero platform, from other CVs in India.

The Bolero Maxi Truck from Mahindra, staying true to the legacy created by other Mahindra pickups does not fail to impress. Maxi Truck is powered by a 2523 cc, MDI 3200TC L engine that has the capability of producing a maximum power of 62 bhp. It offers a maximum payload of 1000 kgs and comes with a manual power steering as a standard feature.

Specs

Engine - MDI 3200 TC L

GVW and Payload Capacity – 2450 kg and 1000 kg

Wheelbase - 3150 mm

Engine and Performance

The Mahindra Bolero Maxi Truck is available with a MDI 3200TC L engine. The engine generates power from a 2523 cc, four cylinder model. Bolero Maxi Truck, just like other Bolero pickups does not feel under powered at all. It generates enough torque to handle 1000 kg as payload. In fact there is not much difference in Bolero Maxi Truck and other Bolero pickup variants. The incorporated engine produces a maximum power of 62 bhp at 3200 rpm and maximum torque of 182.5 Nm at 1500-1800 rpm.

Vehicle Built and Load Capacity

The Bolero Maxi Truck is offered with good body strength and class one built qualities. This pickup does check mark all the standards set by Mahindra for its range of commercial vehicles.

The built, on first impression, looks extremely durable, crafted to last in toughest of the conditions. The loading deck looks solid, capable of withstanding all types of loads till the 1000 kg payload limit. The front bumper seems to add rigidity to overall built quality of the vehicle.

Handling and Suspension

Mahindra Bolero Maxi Truck is available with a manual steering, however, the CV manufacturer also provides consumers with the choice of power steering as an optional fitment. We tried both the variants and the one with power steering definitely felt a lot lighter. Though, the manual steering does require extra power to be handled, it still is not that bad either.

Hydraulic double acting shock absorbers carry the jobs assigned in a good manner. The pickup truck, with less load feels bumpier than with more load.

Braking and Safety

This Bolero pickup variant depends on disc brakes at front and drum brakes at rear for its stopping capabilities. These brakes are not bad for a pickup truck. One can easily feel the power these brakes offer even at speeds of 60 km/hr. But braking does lag with higher payloads.

Anti-roll bar at front, strong body, standard seat belts are some of the features Mahindra offers from the safety perspective. Not much can be explained about safety, as Bolero Maxi Truck is endowed with standard safety measures only.

Design and Comfort

Sabre-tooth front grill, beautiful headlamps, and an all Bolero SUV like front does help in making Maxi Truck stand out in the crowd. The loading deck in the truck is similar to other Bolero pick-ups and does not boost of any special design features.

Standard seats, glove box and an impressive driving meter add to the overall feel this pickup delivers. Seats feel fair while the suspension, in terms of comfort, can certainly be bettered.