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Decision summary
Mahindra Bolero MaXX Pik-Up vs RIDDARA RD6: the short answer
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up and RD6 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up starts ZAR 548,500 cheaperBolero MaXX Pik-Up from ZAR 199,000 · RD6 from ZAR 747,500
Five key differences
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Specification
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
Maximum Power
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up60 kW @ 3200 rpm
RD6180 kW
Maximum Torque
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up220 Nm @ 1400-2200 rpm
RD6309 Nm
Engine Size
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up2523 cc
RD6Not Applicable
Combined Fuel Economy
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up17.2 km/l
RD6Not Applicable
Ground Clearance
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up200 mm
RD6225 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
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:General Use
Specification evidence leader
RD6
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
RD6
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
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
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
Model Introduced Year
2026
2026
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 South African RIDDARA RD6 generation
Facelift History
New South African model line; not a facelift of the historical Bolero Maxitruck record
No separately marketed South African facelift announced as at August 2026
Facelift Launched Since
2026
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Pickup
Double-cab pickup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
Active
active
Segment
Commercial Pickup
Electric double-cab pickup
Vehicle Type
Pickup
Battery-electric light commercial vehicle
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
Length
5345 mm
5260 mm
Width
1800 mm
1900 mm
Height
1895 mm
1865 mm
Wheelbase
3290 mm
3120 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
200 mm
225 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
175 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
0 l
Boot/Cargo Space
3569 l
1200 l
Kerb Weight
1780 kg
2005 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3480 kg
3120 kg
Payload Capacity
1700 kg
1115 kg
Towing Capacity
0 kg
2500 kg
Seating Capacity
3 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
1 rows
2 rows
Doors
2 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
7.0 m
6.1 m
Front Headroom
1025 mm
1033 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
1028 mm
Front Legroom
1010 mm
912 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
951 mm
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
Engine
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
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
180 kW
Maximum Torque
220 Nm @ 1400-2200 rpm
309 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
1
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Rear
Drive Type
RWD
RWD
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Top Speed
80 km/h
160 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
8.0 sec
Quarter Mile
22.9 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
No
Economy, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
4000 rpm
Not Applicable
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
63 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
LFP
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
373 km (NEDC)
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
6.6 kW
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
90 kW
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
10 h 0 min (0-100%)
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
32 min (30-80%)
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Yes
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
Gearbox
5-Speed Manual
Single-Speed 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
No
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Available
Single fixed reduction ratio
Number of Gears
5
1
Transmission Type
Manual
Automatic
Clutch Type
Single Plate Dry
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Standard
Gear Shift Type
Floor-Mounted Manual
Electronic selector
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
No
Gearbox Type
Synchromesh Manual
Single-speed reduction gear
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x2
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Transmission Speeds
5
1
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
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
Type 2 AC; CCS2 DC
Charging Type
Not Applicable
AC and DC
Fuel Tank Litres
60
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
373 km (NEDC)
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
16.2 kWh/100 km
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
250 km
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
330 km
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
Airbags
0
2
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
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Applicable
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Indirect
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
No
AEB
Not Available
No
BA
Not Available
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
No
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
No
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Standard
Side Airbags
Not Available
No
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
TCS
Not Available
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
No
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
No
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
No
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
No
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
No
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
No
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
No
Auto Wipers
Not Available
No
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Standard
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Park Assist
Not Available
No
Around View Monitor
Not Available
No
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
No
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
No
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
Seat Material
Stain-resistant fabric
Synthetic leather (PVC)
Heated Seats
Not Available
No
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
No
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
No
Steering Wheel Material
Urethane
Foam
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
Recline, reach and height adjustment
6-way electric
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Fixed
6-way electric
Seat Trim
Stain-resistant fabric
Synthetic leather (PVC)
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
Climate Control
Manual
Automatic
Power Windows
Not Available
One-touch down on all four windows; no anti-pinch
Keyless Entry
Not Available
No
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
No
Sunroof
Not Available
No
Electric Tailgate
Not Applicable
Electric tailgate release
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
No
AC Type
Manual
Automatic
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
Infotainment System
Not Available
8-inch central display
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Android Auto
Not Available
No
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Standard
Number of Speakers
Not Available
4
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
Full digital instrument cluster
USB Ports
Not Available
Standard
Infotainment Screen
Not Available
8
Touchscreen
Not Available
8
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
LED Headlamps
Not Available
No
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
LED
Fog Lamps
Not Available
No
Roof Rails
Not Applicable
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
White
White, Black, Grey
Headlights
Not Available
No
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
No
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
Approach Angle
Not Available
23 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
26 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
500 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
No
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Available
16.0 deg
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
Tyre Size
7 R16 LT
225/65 R17
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full-Size
T145/80 R18
Wheel Rim Size
7 R16 LT
17
Handbrake Type
Manual
Electronic parking brake
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
Front Suspension
Leaf Spring
MacPherson independent
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring
Multi-link independent
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
CO2 Emissions
Not Available
0 g/km
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
Service Plan
Optional
3 years/60000 km; maintenance every 12 months/20000 km
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
Ownership Role
long-deck heavy-duty flagship
Electric double-cab utility and lifestyle derivative
Price Zar
259000 ZAR
747500 ZAR
Pricing Role
top
Current South African retail derivative
Starting Price
259000
747500
Starting Price Zar
259000
747500
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
RD6
Warranty
4 years / 120000 km
5 years/150000 km vehicle; 8 years/200000 km high-voltage battery, motor and motor-control unit
In depth: how these cars differ
This Bolero MaXX Pik-Up and RD6 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 RD6 69.
Efficiency index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 69 vs RD6 90.
Safety-equipment index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 88 vs RD6 43.
Practicality index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 78 vs RD6 87.
Ownership-cover index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up not separately scored vs RD6 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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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
RD6 leads by 4 points
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up and RD6 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
RD6
Performance
69/100
Efficiency
90/100
Safety
43/100
Practicality
87/100
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Performance
38/100
Efficiency
69/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
78/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexRIDDARA RD6
leads the specification evidence index with 71 pts
vs 67 pts for Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, RD6 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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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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