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Mahindra Bolero MaXX Pik-Up vs Leapmotor C10 REEV: the short answer
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up and C10 REEV are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up starts ZAR 560,900 cheaperBolero MaXX Pik-Up from ZAR 199,000 · C10 REEV from ZAR 759,900
Five key differences
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Specification
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
Maximum Power
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up60 kW @ 3200 rpm
C10 REEV158 kW
Maximum Torque
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up220 Nm @ 1400-2200 rpm
C10 REEV320 Nm
Engine Size
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up2523 cc
C10 REEV1500 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up17.2 km/l
C10 REEV17.0 km/l
Ground Clearance
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up200 mm
C10 REEV180 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.
Mahindra Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
1.7T HD
Hagalu editorial rating
4.2/5★★★★★★★★★★
Desk research · Exact variant
Hagalu Editorial Team ·
Editorial assessment, not a customer rating. Not road-tested for this review.
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
C10 REEV
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
C10 REEV
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
Model Introduced Year
2026
2025
Generation
First South African Bolero MaXX Pik-Up range, launched on 11 August 2026 as a model line distinct from the earlier Bolero Maxitruck
First-generation Leapmotor C10 range-extended electric SUV
Facelift History
New South African model line; not a facelift of the historical Bolero Maxitruck record
The C10 REEV launched in South Africa in October 2025 as Leapmotor's first local model.
Facelift Launched Since
2026
2025
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Pickup
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
Active
Active
Segment
Commercial Pickup
D-segment family SUV
Vehicle Type
Pickup
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
-
1980 kg
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
Length
5345 mm
4739 mm
Width
1800 mm
1900 mm
Height
1895 mm
1680 mm
Wheelbase
3290 mm
2825 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
200 mm
180 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
175 mm
160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
50 l
Boot/Cargo Space
3569 l
400 l
Kerb Weight
1780 kg
1980 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3480 kg
2425 kg
Payload Capacity
1700 kg
445 kg
Towing Capacity
0 kg
1500 kg
Seating Capacity
3 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
1 rows
2 rows
Doors
2 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
7.0 m
5.6 m
Front Headroom
1025 mm
1010 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
985 mm
Front Legroom
1010 mm
1060 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
950 mm
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
Engine
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Range-extender plug-in hybrid powertrain
Engine Code
m2Di
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Plug-in Hybrid
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Series Hybrid
Engine Displacement
2523 cc
1500 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
8
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
2
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
18.6:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
88.9 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
101.6 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
60 kW @ 3200 rpm
158 kW
Maximum Torque
220 Nm @ 1400-2200 rpm
320 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
RWD
RWD
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Top Speed
80 km/h
171 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
8.5 sec
Quarter Mile
22.9 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
No
Eco, Normal, Sport, Custom
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
4000 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
33.7 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
123.6 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
28.4 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
6.6 kW
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
65 kW
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
Gearbox
5-Speed Manual
Single-speed electric reduction gear
Drivetrain Layout
Front Engine, Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear motor, rear-wheel drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
No
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
No
Final Drive Ratio
Not Available
9.07:1
Number of Gears
5
1
Transmission Type
Manual
Automatic
Clutch Type
Single Plate Dry
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
No
Gear Shift Type
Floor-Mounted Manual
Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
RWD
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 Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Synchromesh Manual
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x2
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
5
1
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
Claimed Mileage
17.2 km/l
17.0 km/l
City Mileage
14.4 km/l
14.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
20.2 km/l
19.0 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
50 l
Emission Standard
BS VI
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Available
Automatic range-extender generator management
Real-world Mileage
17.2 km/l
17.0 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
CCS2
Charging Type
Not Applicable
AC and DC fast charging
Fuel Tank Litres
60
50
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
970
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
19.8 kWh/100 km
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
820 km
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
900 km
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
Airbags
0
7
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not Applicable
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Applicable
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Yes
AEB
Not Available
Standard
BA
Not Available
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Yes - front seats
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Standard
Side Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
TCS
Not Available
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
No
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Parking Sensors
Rear
Yes
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Yes
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Standard
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Yes
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
No
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Standard
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
Seat Material
Stain-resistant fabric
Silicone leather
Heated Seats
Not Available
Standard
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Standard
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
Standard
Steering Wheel Material
Urethane
Leatherette
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
Recline, reach and height adjustment
6-way power
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Fixed
4-way power
Seat Trim
Stain-resistant fabric
Silicone leather
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
Climate Control
Manual
Dual-zone automatic
Power Windows
Not Available
One-touch with anti-pinch
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Panoramic
Electric Tailgate
Not Applicable
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
AC Type
Manual
Dual-zone automatic
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
1375 l
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
Infotainment System
Not Available
14.6-inch central touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Wireless
Android Auto
Not Available
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Standard
Number of Speakers
Not Available
12
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
10.25-inch
USB Ports
Not Available
4
Infotainment Screen
Not Available
14.6-inch
Touchscreen
Not Available
14.6-inch
Over-the-air Updates
-
Standard
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Roof Rails
Not Applicable
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
White
Canopy Grey, Glazed Green, Pearly White, Tundra Grey, Metallic Black
Headlights
Not Available
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Standard
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
Approach Angle
Not Available
19.0 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
24.0 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
400 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
No
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Available
17.0 deg
Ground Clearance Max
-
180 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
180 mm
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
Tyre Size
7 R16 LT
245/45 R20
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Ventilated disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full-Size
Tyre repair kit
Wheel Rim Size
7 R16 LT
20-inch
Handbrake Type
Manual
Electronic
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
Front Suspension
Leaf Spring
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring
Multi-link
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
CO2 Emissions
Not Available
7 g/km
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
Service Plan
Optional
5 years / 100,000 km
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
Ownership Role
long-deck heavy-duty flagship
comfort-focused flagship derivative
Price Zar
259000 ZAR
799900 ZAR
Pricing Role
top
comfort-focused flagship derivative
Starting Price
259000
799900
Starting Price Zar
259000
799900
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
C10 REEV
Warranty
4 years / 120000 km
5 years / 100,000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This Bolero MaXX Pik-Up and C10 REEV 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: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 38 vs C10 REEV 65.
Efficiency index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 69 vs C10 REEV 75.
Safety-equipment index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 88 vs C10 REEV 99.
Practicality index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 78 vs C10 REEV 59.
Ownership-cover index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up not separately scored vs C10 REEV 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
C10 REEV leads by 7 points
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up and C10 REEV 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
C10 REEV
Performance
65/100
Efficiency
75/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
59/100
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Performance
38/100
Efficiency
69/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
78/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexLeapmotor C10 REEV
leads the specification evidence index with 74 pts
vs 67 pts for Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, C10 REEV leads. However, Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 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.
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