A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
Dual Motor 4WD RoadsterElectricSingle-Speed Reduction GearCurrent
ZAR 1,399,900ex-showroom
⚡ 375 kW🔧 725 Nm
＋Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Mahindra Bolero MaXX Pik-Up vs MG Cyberster: the short answer
Cyberster has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Bolero MaXX Pik-Up remains close.
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up starts ZAR 1,200,900 cheaperBolero MaXX Pik-Up from ZAR 199,000 · Cyberster from ZAR 1,399,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
Swipe sideways to compare every column
Specification
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
Maximum Power
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up60 kW @ 3200 rpm
Cyberster375 kW
Maximum Torque
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up220 Nm @ 1400-2200 rpm
Cyberster725 Nm
Engine Size
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up2523 cc
CybersterNot Applicable
Combined Fuel Economy
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up17.2 km/l
CybersterNot Applicable
Ground Clearance
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up200 mm
Cyberster116 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.
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)
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Cyberster
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Cyberster
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
Open a category, then swipe sideways to compare every column
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
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 battery-electric Cyberster roadster in local dual-motor all-wheel-drive form.
Facelift History
New South African model line; not a facelift of the historical Bolero Maxitruck record
South African launch specification introduced as MG's electric halo in 2025.
Facelift Launched Since
2026
2025
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Pickup
Two-door, two-seat soft-top roadster
Model Year
2026
2025
Production Status
Active
active
Segment
Commercial Pickup
Electric Sports Roadster
Vehicle Type
Pickup
Convertible
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
Length
5345 mm
4535 mm
Width
1800 mm
1913 mm
Height
1895 mm
1329 mm
Wheelbase
3290 mm
2690 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
200 mm
116 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
175 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
0 l
Boot/Cargo Space
3569 l
249 l
Kerb Weight
1780 kg
1985 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3480 kg
2210 kg
Payload Capacity
1700 kg
225 kg
Towing Capacity
0 kg
0 kg
Seating Capacity
3 seats
2 seats
Number of Rows
1 rows
1 rows
Doors
2 doors
2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
7.0 m
5.45 m
Front Headroom
1025 mm
1043 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Legroom
1010 mm
1070 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
Engine
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Dual-motor battery-electric powertrain
Engine Code
m2Di
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Diesel
Electric
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2523 cc
Not Applicable
Cylinders
4
Not Applicable
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Applicable
Valves
8
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
2
Not Applicable
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
18.6:1
Not Applicable
Bore
88.9 mm
Not Applicable
Stroke
101.6 mm
Not Applicable
Maximum Power
60 kW @ 3200 rpm
375 kW
Maximum Torque
220 Nm @ 1400-2200 rpm
725 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Synchronous Motor
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
2
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Front and Rear
Drive Type
RWD
AWD
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Top Speed
80 km/h
208 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
3.2 sec
Quarter Mile
22.9 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
No
Comfort, Sport, Custom, Super Sport
Launch Control
No
Yes
Rev Limiter
4000 rpm
Not Applicable
Power-to-Weight Ratio
33.7 kW/tonne
188.92 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
123.6 Nm/tonne
365.24 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
77 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Ternary Lithium
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
443 km (WLTP combined)
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
11 kW
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
144 kW
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
9 h (0-100%)
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
40 min (10-80%)
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Yes
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
Gearbox
5-Speed Manual
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Drivetrain Layout
Front Engine, Rear-Wheel Drive
Dual-motor all-wheel drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Electronic differential control
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Electronic differential lock
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Gears
5
1
Transmission Type
Manual
Single-Speed
Clutch Type
Single Plate Dry
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Floor-Mounted Manual
Single-Speed
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
All-wheel drive
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Permanently managed electric AWD
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 Available
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Available
Gearbox Type
Synchromesh Manual
Reduction Gear
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x2
Dual-motor AWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Available
Transmission Speeds
5
1
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
Claimed Mileage
17.2 km/l
Not Applicable
City Mileage
14.4 km/l
Not Applicable
Highway Mileage
20.2 km/l
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
BS VI
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Available
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
17.2 km/l
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
CCS Type 2
Charging Type
Not Applicable
AC and DC
Fuel Tank Litres
60
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
443 km (WLTP combined)
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
191 Wh/km
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
331 km
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
443 km
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
Airbags
0
4
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Applicable
Not Available
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
Standard
AEB
Not Available
Standard
BA
Not Available
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
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
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Standard
Side Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
TCS
Not Available
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
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
Standard
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
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Standard
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Standard
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Standard
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
Seat Material
Stain-resistant fabric
Leather/Alcantara
Heated Seats
Not Available
Standard
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
Standard
Steering Wheel Material
Urethane
Leather
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Recline, reach and height adjustment
6-way electric with memory
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Fixed
6-way electric with memory
Seat Trim
Stain-resistant fabric
Leather/Alcantara
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
Climate Control
Manual
Automatic climate control
Power Windows
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Applicable
Electric Tailgate
Not Applicable
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
AC Type
Manual
Automatic climate control
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
Infotainment System
Not Available
Three-screen cockpit
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Android Auto
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Standard
Number of Speakers
Not Available
8
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
10.25-inch virtual cluster
USB Ports
Not Available
1 x USB-C; 1 x USB-A
Infotainment Screen
Not Available
10.25-inch cluster and two 7-inch displays
Touchscreen
Not Available
10.25-inch cluster and two 7-inch displays
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Exterior Colour Options
White
Modern Beige, Andes Grey, Light Speed Silver, Flare Red, Nuclear Yellow
Headlights
Not Available
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Applicable
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
Approach Angle
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Departure Angle
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Electronic differential lock
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Dual-motor all-wheel drive
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
Tyre Size
7 R16 LT
245/40 R20 front; 275/35 R20 rear
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full-Size
Tyre repair kit
Wheel Rim Size
7 R16 LT
20-inch
Handbrake Type
Manual
Electronic parking brake
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
Front Suspension
Leaf Spring
Double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring
Five-link
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
CO2 Emissions
Not Available
0 g/km
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
Service Plan
Optional
5 years / 100,000 km maintenance plan
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
Ownership Role
long-deck heavy-duty flagship
Passenger vehicle
Price Zar
259000 ZAR
1399900 ZAR
Pricing Role
top
Current South African MSRP
Starting Price
259000
1399900
Starting Price Zar
259000
1399900
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Cyberster
Warranty
4 years / 120000 km
5 years / 200,000 km vehicle; 7 years / 250,000 km powertrain
In depth: how these cars differ
This Bolero MaXX Pik-Up and Cyberster 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 Cyberster 100.
Efficiency index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 69 vs Cyberster 90.
Safety-equipment index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 88 vs Cyberster 77.
Practicality index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 78 vs Cyberster 34.
Ownership-cover index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up not separately scored vs Cyberster 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.
Model imagery
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up and Cyberster image comparison
Open an image for its full canonical file or visit the model page for the complete vehicle record.
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Cyberster leads by 8 points
Cyberster has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Bolero MaXX Pik-Up remains close.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Cyberster
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
90/100
Safety
77/100
Practicality
34/100
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Performance
38/100
Efficiency
69/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
78/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexMG Cyberster
leads the specification evidence index with 75 pts
vs 67 pts for Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Cyberster 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.
Related comparisons
Continue with closely related South Africa models and comparable body styles.
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
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.
Compare
Request dealer offers
Let's discuss your next car
Share your interest so Hagalu can follow up about quotations and available discounts. The dealer confirms stock, price and terms.
✓
We've Got Your Details!
Your enquiry has reached Hagalu for follow-up. Any dealer offer will be confirmed separately by the seller.
