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Suzuki Across vs Mahindra Bolero MaXX Pik-Up: the short answer
Across and Bolero MaXX Pik-Up are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up starts ZAR 150,900 cheaperAcross from ZAR 349,900 · Bolero MaXX Pik-Up from ZAR 199,000
Five key differences
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Specification
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Maximum Power
Across77 kW
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up60 kW @ 3200 rpm
Maximum Torque
Across138 Nm
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up220 Nm @ 1400-2200 rpm
Engine Size
Across1462 cc
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up2523 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Across16.1 km/l
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up17.2 km/l
Ground Clearance
Across0 mm
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up200 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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Suzuki Across
1.5 GLX 6AT
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Across
Strengths
Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:General Use
Specification evidence leader
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Across
Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Model Introduced Year
2026
2026
Generation
Current market generation
First South African Bolero MaXX Pik-Up range, launched on 11 August 2026 as a model line distinct from the earlier Bolero Maxitruck
Facelift History
Current market specification
New South African model line; not a facelift of the historical Bolero Maxitruck record
Facelift Launched Since
2026
2026
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
Pickup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
Active
Segment
SUV
Commercial Pickup
Vehicle Type
SUV
Pickup
Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Length
4635 mm
5345 mm
Width
1855 mm
1800 mm
Height
1690 mm
1895 mm
Wheelbase
2690 mm
3290 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
0 mm
200 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
170 mm
175 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
60 l
Boot/Cargo Space
490 l
3569 l
Kerb Weight
1940 kg
1780 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2510 kg
3480 kg
Payload Capacity
570 kg
1700 kg
Towing Capacity
1000 kg
0 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
3 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
1 rows
Doors
5 doors
2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.2 m
7.0 m
Front Headroom
1000 mm
1025 mm
Rear Headroom
950 mm
Not Applicable
Front Legroom
1050 mm
1010 mm
Rear Legroom
900 mm
Not Applicable
Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Engine
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Hybrid
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
K15B/K15C
m2Di
Fuel Type
Hybrid
Diesel
Hybrid System
Self Charging Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1462 cc
2523 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
8
Valves per Cylinder
4
2
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Multi-point fuel injection
Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
18.6:1
Bore
73.0 mm
88.9 mm
Stroke
85.0 mm
101.6 mm
Maximum Power
77 kW
60 kW @ 3200 rpm
Maximum Torque
138 Nm
220 Nm @ 1400-2200 rpm
Combined Power
77 kW
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
138 Nm
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Drive Type
Not Officially Disclosed
RWD
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
5-Speed Manual
Top Speed
170 km/h
80 km/h
0-100 km/h
9.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
16.5 sec
22.9 sec
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
39.7 kW/tonne
33.7 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
71.1 Nm/tonne
123.6 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
No
Not Applicable
Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Gearbox
6-speed automatic
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain Layout
2WD
Front Engine, Rear-Wheel Drive
LSD Available
No
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
4.3
Not Available
Number of Gears
6
5
Transmission Type
6-speed automatic
Manual
Clutch Type
Torque converter / CVT
Single Plate Dry
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Standard
Gear Shift Type
Floor-mounted selector
Floor-Mounted Manual
Drivetrain
2WD
Rear-Wheel Drive
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
No
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
6-speed automatic
Synchromesh Manual
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front driven axle
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
6
5
Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Claimed Mileage
16.1 km/l
17.2 km/l
City Mileage
16.0 km/l
14.4 km/l
Highway Mileage
19.0 km/l
20.2 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
60 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6 equivalent
BS VI
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Yes
Not Available
Real-world Mileage
16.1 km/l
17.2 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
55
60
Combined Driving Range
700
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
650 km
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
600 km
Not Applicable
Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Airbags
6
0
ABS
Not Applicable
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
No
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Not Applicable
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Not Applicable
Brake Assist
Yes
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Not Applicable
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
Not Available
AEB
Yes
Not Available
BA
Yes
Not Available
Brake Override System
Yes
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Not Available
EBD
Not Applicable
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Standard
Side Airbags
Yes
Not Available
Stability Control
Yes
Not Available
TCS
Yes
Not Available
Knee Airbag
No
Not Available
ABS EBD
Not Applicable
Standard
Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cruise Control
Adaptive cruise control
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Applicable
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Rear
Rear View Camera
Yes
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Applicable
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Yes
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Standard
Reverse Camera
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Park Assist
Yes
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Yes
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Applicable
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Not Available
Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Seat Material
Synthetic leather
Stain-resistant fabric
Heated Seats
No
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
No
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
No
Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Urethane
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual adjustment
Recline, reach and height adjustment
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual adjustment
Fixed
Seat Trim
Synthetic leather
Stain-resistant fabric
Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Climate Control
Automatic climate control
Manual
Power Windows
Yes
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Yes
Not Available
Push Button Start
Yes
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Yes
Not Available
Sunroof
No
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
No
Not Applicable
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Applicable
Not Available
AC Type
Automatic climate control
Manual
Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Infotainment System
Touchscreen infotainment system
Not Available
Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Android Auto
Android Auto
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Number of Speakers
6
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
Digital instrument display
Standard
USB Ports
USB-A / USB-C
Not Available
Infotainment Screen
9
Not Available
Touchscreen
9
Not Available
Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
LED Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Roof Rails
Yes
Not Applicable
Exterior Colour Options
Multiple Suzuki factory exterior colours
White
Headlights
Yes
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Not Available
Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Approach Angle
Not Applicable
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Applicable
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Applicable
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Locking Differential
No
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Applicable
Not Available
Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tyre Size
195/60 R16
7 R16 LT
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Space-saver spare wheel
Full-Size
Wheel Rim Size
16
7 R16 LT
Handbrake Type
Manual parking brake
Manual
Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
Leaf Spring
Rear Suspension
Torsion beam
Leaf Spring
Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
CO2 Emissions
145 g/km
Not Available
Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Service Plan
5 Years / 90000 km
Optional
Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Ownership Role
Suzuki ownership programme
long-deck heavy-duty flagship
Price Zar
437500 ZAR
259000 ZAR
Pricing Role
Hagalu Research Team price estimate
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Starting Price
437500
259000
Starting Price Zar
437500
259000
Spec
Across
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Warranty
5 Years / 200000 km
4 years / 120000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This Across and Bolero MaXX Pik-Up comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Across 34 vs Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 38.
Efficiency index: Across 67 vs Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 69.
Safety-equipment index: Across 87 vs Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 88.
Practicality index: Across 58 vs Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 78.
Ownership-cover index: Across not separately scored vs Bolero MaXX Pik-Up not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up leads by 6 points
Across and Bolero MaXX Pik-Up are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Performance
38/100
Efficiency
69/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
78/100
Across
Performance
34/100
Efficiency
67/100
Safety
87/100
Practicality
58/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexMahindra Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
leads the specification evidence index with 67 pts
vs 61 pts for Across
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Bolero MaXX Pik-Up leads. However, Across may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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