Mahindra Bolero

Overview

 Mahindra Bolero  has been launched a long time back but a new version was unveiled a while back. Bolero has very macho looks owing to its large rectangular shaped hawk-eyed headlamps, honey comb shaped mesh and grille with chromed tipped Mahindra badge and body colored bumper with integrated fog lamps which add to the sporty and aggressive looks of the MUV. The rear of the Bolero has had a makeover and now sports well styled tail lamps which give a rugged rear look to the car.

Interior

 Mahindra Bolero has nteriors which are beige in color with wooden finish around the center console and a feature packed instrument panel featuring various meters and MID. Bolero has comfortable and multi adjustable front seats which provide decent level of comfort to the passengers and provide support to your back and thighs. Mahindra has given Bolero plenty of features including excellent air conditioning, CD/MP3 music system, internally adjustably RVMs, and the dual tone upholstery adds to the plush feel of the interiors of this popular multi utility vehicle. Bolero brings plenty of storage areas around the car for keeping your small items and plenty of space in the boot to carry your entire luggage.

Interiors Details

• Boot Space

  The boot space of Mahindra Bolero is of an impressive 1063 liters which can more space to keep your luggages for your long vacation.

• Speedometer

  The Bolero is equipped with a conventional analogue speedometer which provides information about the speed, fuel, oil, warning and so on.

• Gear Lever

  The gear lever is leather covered in Bolero

• Cup Holders

  Cup holders are absent from both front and rear of the Bolero.

• Glovebox

  Standard glovebox has been made available by the company in all models

• Audio System

  No integrated MP3 system or CD player in any of the models

• Air Conditioner

  Only the top-end model comes with an Air Conditioner. Climate control system is absent from any of the models of Bolero.

• Arm Rests

  There are no armrests in the front but offered in the rear seats to give comfort the passengers.

• Air Vents

  There are total of 4 air vents, all in the front two being in the middle and the other two on the extreme ends.

• Seats

  The Mahindra Bolero can seat 5 people comfortably and the last 2 people also can but the leather seats are absent.

• Leg Room

  There is ample of leg room for driver of about 1050 mm in front for comfortable seating.

• Knee Room

  Knee room in the front is 720 mm and for the passengers in the rear it’s a comfortable 700mm.

• Shoulder Space

  Being an SUV the shoulder space in the rear is good and about 1040 mm.

• Head Room

  Head room in the front is of 950mm and in the rear its 910mm which is sufficient for any ride during off-roading.

• Steering Wheel

  Steering wheel is recirculation ball type but the leather covering is absent from the steering.

• Power Windows

  None of the models come equipped with power windows.

• Keyless Entry

  Keyless entry system has not been made available in either of the models of Bolero.

• Driver Information Display

  Driver information display includes speedometer, odometer, temperature gauge, Fuel gauge etc.

Exterior

 Mahindra Bolero is one of the top selling multi utility vehicles in the segment. Bolero has very macho looks owing to its large rectangular shaped hawk-eyed headlamps, honey comb shaped mesh and grille with chromed tipped Mahindra badge and body colored bumper with integrated fog lamps which add to the sporty and aggressive looks of the MUV. The rear of the Bolero has had a makeover and now sports well styled tail lamps which give a rugged rear look to the car. Mahindra has taken good care in building this car and it shows that it hasdecent build quality and fit and finish on par with its competitors from this segment.

Exteriors

• Front Design

  The car comes equipped with body colored bumpers and large rectangular headlights.

• Rear Design

  Rear design is simple with an enormous boot space an moderately large tail lights

• Side Profile

  The Car has OSRVM on the right side. Wheels are covered, without any alloys to add charm and grip.

• Ground Clearance

  The ground clearance for the Bolero is 215 m

• Bumpers

  Bumpers in the Bolero are body colored

• Head Lamps

  Headlamps are large with Indicator lamps strategically placed beneath them

• Tail Lamps

  Tail lamps are smaller than the front ones.

• Fog Lamps

  Integrated round fog lamps included in all models of Mahindra Bolero

• Tyres

  Tyres in the Bolero are wrapped with 205/65 R15 to give a stylish and rugged like feeling to make it an all-terrain vehicle.

• Alloy Wheels

  Alloy Wheels are not present in either of the models

• Outside Mirrors

  Outside mirrors are available on either sides to give a end to end look and feel of the vehicle.

• Colors

  Bolero currently comes in Fiery Black, Silver mist and white options. Soon to arrive is its bottle green variant

• Rear Wiper

  No rear Wipers in any of the models

• Roof Rails

  No roof rails have been provided in either of the models

• Sun Roof

  There is no Sun Roof in any of the Models of Bolero

• Spoiler

  Spoiler is also not present in either of the models

• Side Steps

  No sidesteps required and hence, not provided

• Spare Wheel

  Yes. One spare wheel that can be kept outside of the vehicle.

Mileage Running Cost

Mahindra Bolero is available in two engine options. Bolero is available in a 2.5 liter turbo engine variant that produces a maximum 63 BHP at 3200 RPM and maximum torque of 180 NM from 1440 RPM. The second engine variant on the Mahindra Bolero is a 2.5 liter M2DiCR diesel engine which produces a maximum power of 63 BHP.  Mahindra Bolero has been rated by ARAI to deliver a maximum fuel efficiency of 15.96 kmpl making it a fuel efficient MUV. It has also micro hybrid system which saves fuel and shuts engine if is idle for more than five seconds.

Mileage Running Cost

• City Fuel Economy

  City Fuel economy is 11.4kmpl for this car

• Highway Fuel Economy

  Bolero gives a promising fuel economy of 14.7 kmpl on highway

• Arai Rated Economy

  According to the ARAI ratings the fuel economy of the car is 12.2 kmpl

• Tank Range

  Tank range is of 695 Kms and fuel tank capacity is of 57 litres

Comfort Suspension

 Mahindra Bolero is a fantastic MUV which offers a good balance of performance and handling and is a very capable car that glides over bad roads and offers very good comfort. It has a slightly firm ride but the overall ride quality is quite plush and cushions all the bad bumps on the road. Mahindra has the tuned the suspension and this has greatly reduced body roll on the car. The NVH levels are minimum and at high speeds the passenger comfort is well maintained.

Comfort and Suspension

• Comfort

  Comfortably seats 5 people. Has been given 3 star rating for space. But the leather covered seats are absent.

• Front Suspension

  The car comes with independent coil spring front suspension. Overall, suspension has been rated 4 stars on a scale of 5

• Rear Suspension

  Rear suspension is rigid leaf spring suspension

Engine Performance

 Mahindra Bolero is available in two engine options. Bolero is available in a 2.5 liter turbo engine variant that produces a maximum 63 BHP at 3200 RPM and maximum torque of 180 NM from 1440 RPM. The second engine variant on the Mahindra Bolero is a 2.5 liter M2DiCR diesel engine which produces a maximum power of 63 BHP at 3200 RPM and 195 NM of torque at 1400 to 2200 RPM. Both the engine variants on the Bolero offer good drivability and loads of low end torque which makes it easy to drive around in low speeds through the city roads even when fully loaded to maximum carrying capacity and maintain good speeds on the highways for the inter city runs as well. There is also a Micro Hybrid system or saving fuel.

Engine Performance

• Acceleration

  The engine is capable of delivering an amazing 0-100km/hr in just 33.81 seconds.

• Top Speed

  Top speed for Bolero is an impressive 117.97 kilo meter per hour.

• In Gear Acceleration

  In gear acceleration 50-100 km in the 5th gear, taking a time of 29.99 seconds

• Gearbox

  Gearbox is a 5 speed Manual transmission Gearbox

• Power

  Max power in Bolero can produce out is 63 PS @ 3200 rpm

• Torque

  Peak Torque of the Bolero is 195 Nm @ 1400 rpm

• NVH Levels

  NVH levels are moderately high

Braking Safety

 Bolero has a power steering which makes it easy to drive this MUV and long drives won’t strain the driver. The seating position is high and gives a very good view of the road ahead ensuring good stopping distance in event of an emergency which when combined with good, powerful brakes improves passenger safety. New Bolero has an new immobilizer and key recognition. No airbags or ABS.

Brakes and Wheels

• Handling

  Handling has been given a three and a half star. The Mahindra Bolero can take you anywhere on-road/off-road.

• Braking Performance

  Braking has been given 4 stars as the Mahindra Bolero has done a well done job in this.

• Safety Features

  Antilock braking system is absent. Child lock and Seatbelts are there. Overall safety has been rated 3.5 on a scale of 5

• Abs

  Antilock Braking system is absent in all the models

• Traction Control

  Traction control is also not given in any of the models of Bolero from Mahindra.