Mahindra Bolero vs. Mahindra Pik-Up
One of the most regularly asked questions at or Mahindra Showroom in Midrand is: “What is the difference between the Mahindra Bolero and the Mahindra Scorpio Pik-Up?” To help answer this question we’ve made a comparison between two similar versions of the respective vehicles below.
Mahindra Bolero 2.5 TD 4×4 vs. Mahindra Scorpio Pik-Up 2.2 CRDe 4×4 S6
One of the most obvious differences is in the stylings of the two vehicles, but the differences run more than just skin deep. Let’s delve deeper into this Mahindra Bolero and Mahindra Scorpio Pik-Up comparison:
Cabin Interior Comparison
Both the Pik-Up and the Bolero come with cloth upholstery across the entire range. They also both have air conditioning as standard in the model and trim variants being compared. Both cabins are built to be functional; however the Pik-Up’s cabin includes a few more design features that are easy on the eye.
Safety Features Comparison
This is where the Scorpio Pik-Up wins hands down, as it comes standard with an antilock braking system (ABS), electronic brake distribution (EBD) both driver and front passenger airbags, automatic drive away locking and approach home safe lighting time delay park headlights. The Bolero however comes with none of these features.
Convenience Features Comparison
Again there is very little to compare when the Pik-Up and the Bolero go head-to-head, as the family focused Pik-Up comes standard with a number of convenience features that are not available in the commercially focused Bolero, with the Scorpio Pik-Up including a number of features that it borrows from its Scorpio SUV cousin. These include Engine Auto Stop Start Idle Stop, power steering, a CD player (the Bolero does offer this as a none standard optional extra), Aux in auxiliary input, a USB port, a 12V Powersocket, remote central locking (the Bolero only comes with manual locking) and electric windows.
Size Comparison
For ease of use we have used a table to compare the size differences between the Scorpio Pik-Up and the Bolero Bakkie. They are as follows:
| Scorpio Pik-Up | Bolero Bakkie | |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 1820mm | 1815mm |
| Height | 1860mm | 1885mm |
| Wheel Base | 3040 | 3014 |
| Ground Clearance | 210mm | 185mm |
| Turning Circle | 13.4 meters | 10.4 meters |
Weight and Carrying Capacity Comparison
Again, for ease of use we have provided the following weight and carrying capacity of the Bolero and Pik-Up comparison in a table format:
| Scorpio Pik-Up | Bolero Bakkie | |
|---|---|---|
| Unladen/tare/kerb weight | 2090kg | 1875kg |
| Load carrying capacity / payload | 1095kg | 985kg |
| Gross vehicle weight | 3150kg | 2750kg |
In Conclusion
It is easy to see that both the Mahindra Scorpio Pik-Up and the Mahindra Bolero are as tough as nails, and exceptionally reliable. The Pik-Up however can be used both as an LCV and as a Family Vehicle, while the Bolero excels primarily as an LCV thanks to its versatility and massive vehicle range. When it comes to choosing which one of these excellent vehicles to purchase the choice will ultimately be determined by what you’ll be using the vehicle for. For a more detailed breakdown of the individual Mahindra Scorpio Pik-Up and the Mahindra Bolero specs, please down the vehicle brochures below:
