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fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
1.5T Super Luxury Limited 7DCTPetrol7-Speed DCTCurrent
ZAR 431,450ex-showroom
⚡ 105 kW🔧 210 Nm⛽ 12.3 km/l
+Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Mahindra Bolero MaXX Pik-Up vs GWM Jolion Pro Limited: the short answer
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up and Jolion Pro Limited are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up starts ZAR 232,450 cheaperBolero MaXX Pik-Up from ZAR 199,000 · Jolion Pro Limited from ZAR 431,450
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
Maximum Power
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up60 kW @ 3200 rpm
Jolion Pro Limited105 kW
Maximum Torque
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up220 Nm @ 1400-2200 rpm
Jolion Pro Limited210 Nm
Engine Size
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up2523 cc
Jolion Pro Limited1500 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up17.2 km/l
Jolion Pro Limited12.3 km/l
Ground Clearance
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up200 mm
Jolion Pro Limited168 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)
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
Jolion Pro Limited
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Performance
Which One's Right for You?
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Jolion Pro Limited
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
Model Introduced Year
2026
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
First South African Bolero MaXX Pik-Up range, launched on 11 August 2026 as a model line distinct from the earlier Bolero Maxitruck
Current South African Jolion Pro Limited listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
New South African model line; not a facelift of the historical Bolero Maxitruck record
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
2026
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Pickup
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
Active
active
Segment
Commercial Pickup
SUV
Vehicle Type
Pickup
SUV
Color Note
-
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
-
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Tare Mass Kg
-
1376-1540 kg
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
Length
5345 mm
4470 mm
Width
1800 mm
1898 mm
Height
1895 mm
1625 mm
Wheelbase
3290 mm
2700 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
200 mm
168 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
175 mm
148 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
55 l
Boot/Cargo Space
3569 l
291 l
Kerb Weight
1780 kg
1465 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3480 kg
1870 kg
Payload Capacity
1700 kg
405 kg
Towing Capacity
0 kg
2000 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
5.8 m
Front Headroom
1025 mm
1000 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
960 mm
Front Legroom
1010 mm
1050 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
900 mm
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
Engine
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
m2Di
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2523 cc
1500 cc
Cylinders
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
8
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
2
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
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
105 kW
Maximum Torque
220 Nm @ 1400-2200 rpm
210 Nm
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
RWD
FWD
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
7-Speed DCT
Top Speed
80 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
22.9 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
No
Not Officially Disclosed
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
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
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
Gearbox
5-Speed Manual
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front Engine, Rear-Wheel Drive
Front-wheel drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Available
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
5
7
Transmission Type
Manual
Automatic
Clutch Type
Single Plate Dry
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Floor-Mounted Manual
Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Front-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 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
Front-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
5
7
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
Claimed Mileage
17.2 km/l
12.3 km/l
City Mileage
14.4 km/l
9.9 km/l
Highway Mileage
20.2 km/l
14.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
55 l
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
12.3 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
60
55 l
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
Airbags
0
6 airbags: dual front, front side and side curtain
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
Standard
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
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Standard
BA
Not Available
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Standard
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
Not Available
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
Jolion Pro Limited
Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
4 rear sensors
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
4 sensors
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Standard
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
-
Standard
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
Seat Material
Stain-resistant fabric
Leatherette
Heated Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
Urethane
Leather
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
Recline, reach and height adjustment
6-way electric
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Fixed
4-way manual
Seat Trim
Stain-resistant fabric
Black leatherette
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
-
3
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Jolion Pro Limited grade before assuming a feature is included.
Floor Mats
-
Limited-edition branded carpets
Interior Colours
-
3
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
Climate Control
Manual
Dual-zone automatic
Power Windows
Not Available
All doors, one-touch anti-pinch
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Panoramic
Electric Tailgate
Not Applicable
Not Available
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
-
Not Applicable
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Engine Warranty
-
5
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Voice Command
-
Standard
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Source Model Column
-
jolion-pro-limited
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Trim Level
-
top
Variant Role
-
Core range derivative
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Wireless Charger
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
Infotainment System
Not Available
12.4-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Wireless
Android Auto
Not Available
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Wireless
Number of Speakers
Not Available
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
7-inch LCD
USB Ports
Not Available
Front and rear Type A + Type C
Infotainment Screen
Not Available
12.4
Touchscreen
Not Available
12.4
Navigation System
-
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
Wireless
Voice Recognition
-
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
Not Available
12.4
Infotainment Display
-
12.4
Connected Services
-
Wireless
Voice Control
-
Standard
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Wireless
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Rear
Roof Rails
Not Applicable
Black
Exterior Colour Options
White
3
Headlights
Not Available
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Standard
Body Type
-
SUV
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Exterior Trim
-
Green exterior accents
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
Approach Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
-
168 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
168 mm
Off Road Descent Control
-
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Not Available
Crawl Control
-
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Not Available
Terrain Response System
-
Not Available
Underbody Camera
-
Not Available
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
Tyre Size
7 R16 LT
225/55 R18
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full-Size
T135/90 R17 temporary spare
Wheel Rim Size
7 R16 LT
18
Handbrake Type
Manual
Not Applicable
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Brake Caliper Colour
-
Green
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
Front Suspension
Leaf Spring
MacPherson independent
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring
Torsion beam composite
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
CO2 Emissions
Not Available
Not Applicable
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Petrol
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
Service Plan
Optional
7 years / 75 000 km
Service Interval
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Approx Service Cost
-
Included in Service Plan
Battery Warranty
-
Not Applicable
Maintenance Plan
-
5 Years / 75,000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
10,000 km
First Service At
-
5000
Service Plan Duration
Optional
7 years / 75 000 km
Service Plan Distance
Optional
7 years / 75 000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Yes
Alternator
-
110A
Service Intervals
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
Ownership Role
long-deck heavy-duty flagship
Top
Price Zar
259000 ZAR
431450 ZAR
Pricing Role
top
Current listed price
Starting Price
259000
431450
Starting Price Zar
259000
431450
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Jolion Pro Limited
Warranty
4 years / 120000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
Warranty Years
4 years / 120000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
4 years / 120000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
7 years / unlimited km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
6 Years
Basic Warranty
4 years / 120000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
7 years / unlimited km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
7 years / unlimited km
In depth: how these cars differ
This Bolero MaXX Pik-Up and Jolion Pro Limited 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 Jolion Pro Limited 45.
Efficiency index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 69 vs Jolion Pro Limited 51.
Safety-equipment index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 88 vs Jolion Pro Limited 90.
Practicality index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 78 vs Jolion Pro Limited 56.
Ownership-cover index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up not separately scored vs Jolion Pro Limited 94.
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
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up and Jolion Pro Limited are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Performance
Jolion Pro Limited +7
Efficiency
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up +18
Safety
Jolion Pro Limited +2
Practicality
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up +22
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
Jolion Pro Limited
Performance
45/100
Efficiency
51/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
56/100
Ownership
94/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexMahindra Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
leads the specification evidence index with 67 pts
vs 66 pts for Jolion Pro Limited
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Bolero MaXX Pik-Up leads. However, Jolion Pro Limited may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Bolero MaXX Pik-Up vs Jolion Pro Limited questions
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.
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