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BAIC B30 vs Mahindra Bolero MaXX Pik-Up: the short answer
B30 and Bolero MaXX Pik-Up are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up starts ZAR 320,900 cheaperB30 from ZAR 519,900 · Bolero MaXX Pik-Up from ZAR 199,000
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Maximum Power
B30138 kW
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up60 kW @ 3200 rpm
Maximum Torque
B30305 Nm
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up220 Nm @ 1400-2200 rpm
Engine Size
B301498 cc
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up2523 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
B3012.41 km/l
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up17.2 km/l
Ground Clearance
B30215 mm
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up200 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
BAIC B30
B30 Elite Adventure
Hagalu editorial rating
4.1/5★★★★★★★★★★
Desk research · Exact variant
Hagalu Editorial Team ·
Editorial assessment, not a customer rating. Not road-tested for this review.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
B30
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Performance
Specification evidence leader
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
B30
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Model Introduced Year
2025
2026
Generation
Current first-generation BAIC B30 for South Africa, introduced locally for the 2025 model year with petrol and self-charging HEV derivatives.
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
The B30 was unveiled locally in August 2025 and launched in November 2025 as the first South African version; no later local facelift has been announced.
New South African model line; not a facelift of the historical Bolero Maxitruck record
Facelift Launched Since
2025
2026
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Five-door mid-size SUV
Pickup
Model Year
2025
2026
Production Status
active
Active
Segment
Mid-size SUV
Commercial Pickup
Vehicle Type
SUV
Pickup
Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Length
4730 mm
5345 mm
Width
1910 mm
1800 mm
Height
1790 mm
1895 mm
Wheelbase
2820 mm
3290 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
215 mm
200 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
175 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
60 l
Boot/Cargo Space
Not Officially Disclosed
3569 l
Kerb Weight
1575 kg
1780 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2034 kg
3480 kg
Payload Capacity
459 kg
1700 kg
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
0 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
3 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
1 rows
Doors
5 doors
2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Officially Disclosed
7.0 m
Front Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
1025 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Front Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
1010 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Engine
1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
A156T2H
m2Di
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1498 cc
2523 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
8
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
2
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
18.6:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
88.9 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
101.6 mm
Maximum Power
138 kW
60 kW @ 3200 rpm
Maximum Torque
305 Nm
220 Nm @ 1400-2200 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Transmission
7-Speed DCT
5-Speed Manual
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
80 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
22.9 sec
Drive Modes
Standard, Sport, Economy, Snow
No
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
33.7 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
123.6 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
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
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Gearbox
7DCT
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
Front Engine, Rear-Wheel Drive
LSD Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Number of Gears
7
5
Transmission Type
7-speed dual-clutch transmission
Manual
Clutch Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Single Plate Dry
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Officially Disclosed
Standard
Gear Shift Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Floor-Mounted Manual
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
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
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Dual-clutch
Synchromesh Manual
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
No
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front-wheel drive
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
7
5
Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Claimed Mileage
12.41 km/l
17.2 km/l
City Mileage
Not Officially Disclosed
14.4 km/l
Highway Mileage
Not Officially Disclosed
20.2 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
60 l
Emission Standard
Euro VI
BS VI
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Real-world Mileage
12.41 km/l
17.2 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
60
60
Combined Driving Range
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Airbags
6
0
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Not Applicable
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Not Applicable
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Standard
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
Not Available
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Standard
Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Not Available
Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Seat Material
Leather
Stain-resistant fabric
Heated Seats
Optional
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
Optional
Urethane
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
6-way electric
Recline, reach and height adjustment
Passenger Seat Adjustment
6-way electric
Fixed
Seat Trim
Leather
Stain-resistant fabric
Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Climate Control
Dual-zone automatic
Manual
Power Windows
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Standard
Not Available
Sunroof
Optional
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Standard
Not Applicable
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
1496 l
-
AC Type
Dual-zone automatic
Manual
Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Infotainment System
BAIC DA head unit with DAB radio
Not Available
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Not Available
Android Auto
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Not Available
Number of Speakers
8
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch LCD instrument cluster
Standard
USB Ports
USB-A front; USB-C front and rear
Not Available
Infotainment Screen
14.6-inch central touchscreen
Not Available
Touchscreen
14.6-inch central touchscreen
Not Available
Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
LED Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Optional
Not Applicable
Exterior Colour Options
Mint Green, Blue, White, Light Grey, Matte Grey, Grey, Black
White
Headlights
Standard
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Optional
Not Available
Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Approach Angle
25 deg
Not Available
Departure Angle
30 deg
Not Available
Wading Depth
450 mm
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Applicable
Locking Differential
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
21 deg
Not Available
Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tyre Size
235/65 R18
7 R16 LT
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Non-full-size space-saver spare wheel
Full-Size
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch
7 R16 LT
Handbrake Type
Electric parking brake
Manual
Towing Unbraked Kg
750 kg
-
Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Front Suspension
MacPherson independent suspension
Leaf Spring
Rear Suspension
Multi-link independent suspension
Leaf Spring
Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
CO2 Emissions
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Service Plan
7 Years / 90 000 km
Optional
Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Ownership Role
Private buyer ownership with BAIC South Africa warranty and service support
long-deck heavy-duty flagship
Price Zar
519900 ZAR
259000 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current ex-showroom price
top
Starting Price
519900
259000
Starting Price Zar
519900
259000
Spec
B30
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Warranty
7 Years / 200 000 km; 7-year unlimited-mileage roadside assistance
4 years / 120000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This B30 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: B30 59 vs Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 38.
Efficiency index: B30 51 vs Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 69.
Safety-equipment index: B30 92 vs Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 88.
Practicality index: B30 61 vs Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 78.
Ownership-cover index: B30 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 1 points
B30 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
B30
Performance
59/100
Efficiency
51/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
61/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexMahindra Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
leads the specification evidence index with 67 pts
vs 66 pts for B30
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Bolero MaXX Pik-Up leads. However, B30 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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