Mahindra Bolero
| Mahindra Bolero | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Mahindra and Mahindra Limited |
| Also called | Mahindra Cimarrón (South America) |
| Production | 2001-present |
| Assembly | Montevideo, Uruguay (Nordex 2004-2008) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | SUV |
| Body style | 5-door |
| Related |
Mahindra Scorpio Mahindra Maxx |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.5L MDI Turbocharged Diesel |
| Transmission | 5 Speed Manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3,014 mm (118.7 in) |
| Length | 4,824 mm (189.9 in) |
| Width | 1,670 mm (65.7 in) |
| Height | 1,885 mm (74.2 in) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Mahindra Armada |
| Successor | Mahindra Scorpio |
The Mahindra Bolero is an SUV which designed to carry 7or 10 people in it. It is available in AC and non-AC variants. This is a very popular vehicle in India.[citation needed]
Design
The basic design is based on the Mahindra Armada Grand. The first generation Bolero was equipped with a Peugeot 2.5L IDI engine which produced 75 bhp. The second generation was released with slightly modified exteriors and the major change was the engine, a 2.5l in-house mill from Mahindra. It is powered by a 72 bhp (54 kW) 2523 cc turbo-charged direct injection diesel engine.
Default tyres: 235/75 R15 Goodyear Wrangler radials.
Mileage 12.2 km/L (8.2 L/100 km; 29 mpg-US) fuel economy in city with AC. Mileage 14 km/L (7.1 L/100 km; 33 mpg-US) fuel economy on highway at around 80 to 100 km/h with AC.
Drive: Manual with 4WD option, no power steering.
Retail Price: around Rs 4.78 lakh in Feb 2006 (without AC), Rs 6.16 lakh (with AC)
Driving impressions
Mahindra Bolero is a basic utility vehicle that is well-suited to Indian conditions. Even though it is based on a decades’ old platform, its high ground clearance makes it easier to drive on rural Indian roads. Equipped with a 2500 cc diesel engine, it has become the vehicle of choice for rural populace.
Models/Trims
The Bolero is offered in the Indian domestic market in the following trims:
EX- The "no frills" base model includes Vinyl seats, basic digital instruments,and engine immobilization but lacks even the most rudimentary of modern conviniences such as power steering or air conditioning.
SLE- This trim replaces vinyl with a fabric/vinyl mix, and adds power steering, Air conditioning, a heater, a 2nd row center armrest,a remote fuel lid opener, and a spare wheel cover
SLX- Adds CD and MP3 capability, Body color ORVM, a body color spare wheel cover insert,wood finish on the central console, power windows, central locking, keyless entry, and a 12 volt port.'
ZLX- the top of the line ZLX trim adds the Mahindra Micro Hybrid System (similar to start/stop), a more advanced driver info system, exterior graphics, a rear windshield wiper, and VMS
DI is similar to the EX trim. An ambulance model is also available.
Sources
http://www.mahindrabolero.com/