Mahindra Bolero Turbo DI DX !! - Team-BHP

man23ish · 2nd November 2005, 17:06

I am considering the above vehicle for my dad and I want to invite suggestions regarding the above vehicle. My dad has always been a mahindra fan for its rough & tough image..

Pros,
- Its a small wheel-base bolero, the same as the invader, hence smaller turning radius..
- Comes with an A/C.
- Nice Rugged Vehicle.
- Boasts of a mileage of 15 KMPL.
- Good looks..
- Smooth Ride, took it over a fairly rough section of the road..

Cons,
- No Power-Steering.. Single biggest disadvantage..
- Rear Baby Seats are not very comfortable for a tall person..
- Less power, just 65 BHP engine..

I would like to know from other TBHPians, about their experiences with a Bolero DI.. Specifically on the Mileage, cost of Maintenance, etc.

My Budget is between 5.5 and 6.0 lacs..

Please suggest suitable alternatives..

Stratos · 2nd November 2005, 17:41

Havent used the DI. Have driven the Bolero many times. Personally, I felt it was not sluggish, pulled properly. This is the GLX which I have driven. The ride is good too. Nice rugged vehicle as you have mentioned. The DI engine from the Marshall now comes with a 5 Speed gearbox. I would suggest you to look for the powersteering version (GLX, I guess), because the Bolero can be very tedious without power steering.

GTO · 3rd November 2005, 00:17

Mahindras are alright, but with the many niggling issues and the glaring lack of refinement - I would never recommend it to someone who is almost a senior citizen,

Check out the Chevy Tavera. They have some basic versions which match the Mahindras in price, but are LIGHT-YEARS ahead in each and every area.

GTO

tsk1979 · 3rd November 2005, 11:01

I second GTOs opinion. Once of the automags have the full road test of the DI. They say unless you are going mud slinging 90% of the time, stay away from it.

Boom Shiva · 3rd November 2005, 11:57

Tavera comes with a nice big service warranty also - 5 years I think. So your maintenance costs will definitely be lower.

2nd November 2005, 17:06	#1 (permalink)
man23ish BHPian Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 557	Mahindra Bolero Turbo DI DX !! I am considering the above vehicle for my dad and I want to invite suggestions regarding the above vehicle. My dad has always been a mahindra fan for its rough & tough image.. Pros, - Its a small wheel-base bolero, the same as the invader, hence smaller turning radius.. - Comes with an A/C. - Nice Rugged Vehicle. - Boasts of a mileage of 15 KMPL. - Good looks.. - Smooth Ride, took it over a fairly rough section of the road.. Cons, - No Power-Steering.. Single biggest disadvantage.. - Rear Baby Seats are not very comfortable for a tall person.. - Less power, just 65 BHP engine.. I would like to know from other TBHPians, about their experiences with a Bolero DI.. Specifically on the Mileage, cost of Maintenance, etc. My Budget is between 5.5 and 6.0 lacs.. Please suggest suitable alternatives..

2nd November 2005, 17:41	#2 (permalink)
Stratos Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: San Jose, CA - Mumbai, MH Posts: 1,810 View My Garage	Havent used the DI. Have driven the Bolero many times. Personally, I felt it was not sluggish, pulled properly. This is the GLX which I have driven. The ride is good too. Nice rugged vehicle as you have mentioned. The DI engine from the Marshall now comes with a 5 Speed gearbox. I would suggest you to look for the powersteering version (GLX, I guess), because the Bolero can be very tedious without power steering. __________________ Patience is the Key

3rd November 2005, 00:17	#3 (permalink)
GTO Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 13,111 View My Garage	Mahindras are alright, but with the many niggling issues and the glaring lack of refinement - I would never recommend it to someone who is almost a senior citizen, Check out the Chevy Tavera. They have some basic versions which match the Mahindras in price, but are LIGHT-YEARS ahead in each and every area. GTO __________________ GTO Change the way you think, and watch the world change around you. Please don't PM for support. Use the Contact Form instead. Please read the NEW Team-BHP FAQ section for all your queries.

3rd November 2005, 11:01	#4 (permalink)
tsk1979 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Noida, New Delhi Posts: 8,793 View My Garage	I second GTOs opinion. Once of the automags have the full road test of the DI. They say unless you are going mud slinging 90% of the time, stay away from it. __________________ Reclaiming.....!

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3rd November 2005, 11:57	#5 (permalink)
Boom Shiva BANNED Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,062	Tavera comes with a nice big service warranty also - 5 years I think. So your maintenance costs will definitely be lower.