Scorpio Vlx or Bolero Vlx

4x4addict · 2nd October 2009, 21:40

2.2 VLX with 4WD is 10 Lakhs ex-showroom in Chennai. I got this quote directly from Mahindra official and not from the Dealer so go back to the dealer and ask him to get the facts correct. If you don't need 4WD, the Scorpio SLX is your best bet. You get a much more superior engine than Bolero and ABS with rear coil spring suspension for about a lakh more.

Finject · 6th July 2010, 11:43

My cousin wants to buy an SUV.Naturally I am biased towards to M&M, since my Xylo is working out for me real well. My cousin is not into heavily into off-roading.He cant decide whether he should buy a bolero or a scorpio.He is willing to look at other brands too.So could anyone suggest a good option?

n.devdath · 6th July 2010, 16:06

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Originally Posted by Finject

My cousin wants to buy an SUV.Naturally I am biased towards to M&M, since my Xylo is working out for me real well. My cousin is not into heavily into off-roading.He cant decide whether he should buy a bolero or a scorpio.He is willing to look at other brands too.So could anyone suggest a good option?

You haven't mentioned his usage, his budget, his preferences for seating, a lot of things yet. Hence, at this point of time it is hard to suggest much but yes, as things stand, if he can afford it, the Scorpio 4 wheel drive is one capable vehicle that can go most places in good comfort and reliability.

josepeter · 6th July 2010, 19:28

The characteristics of Bolero and Scorpio are so very different; TD is the way out!

Spinnerr · 6th July 2010, 19:55

Unless a jeep fan, I wouldnt really suggest a Bolero. Even though it can take a lot of abuse (DI Turbo), and is cheaper to maintain).

Torqy · 6th July 2010, 20:54

If he cares about creature comforts and gizmos, Bolero is not for him.
But for reliability, i'd prefer a Bolero anyday.

-- Torqy

aargee · 6th July 2010, 22:01

@Finject - IMO, though Bolero & Scorp are called SUV, to me, both of them are different. The difference is the rough & luxury SUV; if the budget, tech spec & comforts are provided (which is also easy in this case), it becomes easy to select Scorp or the Bolero.

anjan_c2007 · 6th July 2010, 22:39

For too much off roading the Bolero is a better bet.The ground clearance of the Bolero is lesser than the 540DP - don't know whether that is still available.A soft-top 540DP would have been the best bet.They now sell the Major (soft-top)with the CJ4A body and a DI engine.I believe the 540DP is not available any more.
The Scorpio is OK for once in a while off roading but for such regular sessions the suspensions may conk off and the repair bills are too heavy.
The Bolero withstands a lot of abuse. as compared to the Scorpio.
Have travelled long distances on all these and even older ones with lots of off roading.
The CJ3B (LHD) 4X4 was the best jeep for off roading (never had a CJ3A so won't comment).

2nd October 2009, 21:40	#16
4x4addict Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Chennai Posts: 4,483 Thanked: 4,532 Times View My Garage Infractions: 0/1 (5)	2.2 VLX with 4WD is 10 Lakhs ex-showroom in Chennai. I got this quote directly from Mahindra official and not from the Dealer so go back to the dealer and ask him to get the facts correct. If you don't need 4WD, the Scorpio SLX is your best bet. You get a much more superior engine than Bolero and ABS with rear coil spring suspension for about a lakh more.
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6th July 2010, 11:43	#17
Finject BHPian Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 99 Thanked: Once	Buying a Scorpio/Bolero My cousin wants to buy an SUV.Naturally I am biased towards to M&M, since my Xylo is working out for me real well. My cousin is not into heavily into off-roading.He cant decide whether he should buy a bolero or a scorpio.He is willing to look at other brands too.So could anyone suggest a good option?
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6th July 2010, 19:28	#19
josepeter BHPian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 416 Thanked: 565 Times	The characteristics of Bolero and Scorpio are so very different; TD is the way out!
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6th July 2010, 19:55	#20
Spinnerr BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 417 Thanked: 487 Times	Unless a jeep fan, I wouldnt really suggest a Bolero. Even though it can take a lot of abuse (DI Turbo), and is cheaper to maintain).
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6th July 2010, 20:54	#21
Torqy BHPian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 966 Thanked: 244 Times	If he cares about creature comforts and gizmos, Bolero is not for him. But for reliability, i'd prefer a Bolero anyday. -- Torqy
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6th July 2010, 22:01	#22
aargee Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: TSTN Posts: 6,236 Thanked: 9,643 Times	@Finject - IMO, though Bolero & Scorp are called SUV, to me, both of them are different. The difference is the rough & luxury SUV; if the budget, tech spec & comforts are provided (which is also easy in this case), it becomes easy to select Scorp or the Bolero.
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6th July 2010, 22:39	#23
anjan_c2007 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: India Posts: 8,334 Thanked: 20,654 Times View My Garage	For too much off roading the Bolero is a better bet.The ground clearance of the Bolero is lesser than the 540DP - don't know whether that is still available.A soft-top 540DP would have been the best bet.They now sell the Major (soft-top)with the CJ4A body and a DI engine.I believe the 540DP is not available any more. The Scorpio is OK for once in a while off roading but for such regular sessions the suspensions may conk off and the repair bills are too heavy. The Bolero withstands a lot of abuse. as compared to the Scorpio. Have travelled long distances on all these and even older ones with lots of off roading. The CJ3B (LHD) 4X4 was the best jeep for off roading (never had a CJ3A so won't comment). Last edited by anjan_c2007 : 6th July 2010 at 22:41.
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