Mahindra Bolero Turbo DI DX !!

man23ish · 2nd November 2005, 18:06

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, 18:41

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, 01:17

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, 12:01

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, 12:57

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

llimcaa · 11th October 2010, 16:05

Hello
Can I get Mahindra DI Engine only

Aroy · 11th October 2010, 19:26

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Originally Posted by man23ish

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..

The biggest con is the BS-III engine. The 4x4 is BS-II! So you will have to register it out of the metros.

If your budget can bear it get a Scorpio, it is better all round.

Desmosedici · 11th October 2010, 19:35

Had taken a test of the Bolero DI last year, for the money you pay, i dont think it does any justice. Engine lacks power, fit and finish of a 6lac car is just not right. I also felt that AC was not too great either.

2nd November 2005, 18:06	#1
man23ish BHPian Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Bangalore Posts: 626 Thanked: 18 Times	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..
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2nd November 2005, 18:41	#2
Stratos Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Belgium Posts: 2,609 Thanked: 1,449 Times 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.
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3rd November 2005, 01:17	#3
GTO Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 70,533 Thanked: 300,534 Times 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
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3rd November 2005, 12:01	#4
tsk1979 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 23,717 Thanked: 22,825 Times 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.
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3rd November 2005, 12:57	#5
Boom Shiva BANNED Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,055 Thanked: 18 Times	Tavera comes with a nice big service warranty also - 5 years I think. So your maintenance costs will definitely be lower.
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11th October 2010, 16:05	#6
llimcaa Newbie Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: indore Posts: 7 Thanked: 0 Times	Hello Can I get Mahindra DI Engine only
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11th October 2010, 19:35	#8
Desmosedici Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: White Village Posts: 1,484 Thanked: 586 Times View My Garage	Had taken a test of the Bolero DI last year, for the money you pay, i dont think it does any justice. Engine lacks power, fit and finish of a 6lac car is just not right. I also felt that AC was not too great either.
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