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fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
Mahindra Bolero MaXX Pik-Up vs Ford Territory: the short answer
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up and Territory are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up starts ZAR 335,900 cheaperBolero MaXX Pik-Up from ZAR 199,000 · Territory from ZAR 534,900
Five key differences
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Specification
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Territory
Maximum Power
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up60 kW @ 3200 rpm
Territory138 kW @ 5200 rpm
Maximum Torque
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up220 Nm @ 1400-2200 rpm
Territory318 Nm @ 1750-3000 rpm
Engine Size
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up2523 cc
Territory1799 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up17.2 km/l
Territory13.5 km/l
Ground Clearance
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up200 mm
Territory190 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
Territory
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
Territory
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
Territory
Model Introduced Year
2026
2024
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 South African Territory, 2026 update
Facelift History
New South African model line; not a facelift of the historical Bolero Maxitruck record
2026 South African design and equipment update
Facelift Launched Since
2026
2026
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
-
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue
Dealer Stock Note
-
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Tare Mass Kg
-
1705 kg
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Territory
Length
5345 mm
4685 mm
Width
1800 mm
1935 mm
Height
1895 mm
1706 mm
Wheelbase
3290 mm
2726 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
200 mm
190 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
175 mm
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
60 l
Boot/Cargo Space
3569 l
448 l
Kerb Weight
1780 kg
1705 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3480 kg
2025 kg
Payload Capacity
1700 kg
320 kg
Towing Capacity
0 kg
1310 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
5.68 m
Front Headroom
1025 mm
997 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
971 mm
Front Legroom
1010 mm
1034 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
956 mm
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Territory
Engine
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
1.8-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
m2Di
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2523 cc
1799 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
8
16
Valves per Cylinder
2
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Direct injection
Compression Ratio
18.6:1
10.5:1
Bore
88.9 mm
82.0 mm
Stroke
101.6 mm
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
60 kW @ 3200 rpm
138 kW @ 5200 rpm
Maximum Torque
220 Nm @ 1400-2200 rpm
318 Nm @ 1750-3000 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
RWD
RWD
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
7-Speed DCT
Top Speed
80 km/h
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
7.8 sec
Quarter Mile
22.9 sec
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
No
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
4000 rpm
6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
33.7 kW/tonne
80.9 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
123.6 Nm/tonne
186.5 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
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Territory
Gearbox
5-Speed Manual
7-Speed DCT
Drivetrain Layout
Front Engine, Rear-Wheel Drive
RWD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
No
Final Drive Ratio
Not Available
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
5
7
Transmission Type
Manual
Automatic DCT
Clutch Type
Single Plate Dry
Dual-clutch
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Floor-Mounted Manual
Automatic 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
Automatic DCT
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x2
Rear driven axle
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Transmission Speeds
5
7
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Territory
Claimed Mileage
17.2 km/l
13.5 km/l
City Mileage
14.4 km/l
10.9 km/l
Highway Mileage
20.2 km/l
15.9 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
60 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
13.5 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
60
60
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
Territory
Airbags
0
6
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Not Applicable
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Applicable
Yes
Brake Assist
Not Available
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Yes
AEB
Not Available
Yes
BA
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Hill Hold
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Yes
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Stability Control
Not Available
Yes
TCS
Not Available
Yes
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Territory
Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front and rear
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Yes
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Yes
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
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
Yes
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Territory
Seat Material
Stain-resistant fabric
Premium fabric upholstery
Heated Seats
Not Available
No
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
No
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
No
Steering Wheel Material
Urethane
Leather
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Recline, reach and height adjustment
Manual adjustment
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Fixed
Manual adjustment
Seat Trim
Stain-resistant fabric
Premium fabric upholstery
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
-
5
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Large infotainment display, digital cluster, panoramic sunroof, roomy cabin
Interior Colours
-
5
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Territory
Climate Control
Manual
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Power Windows
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Yes
Push Button Start
Not Available
Yes
Wireless Charging
Not Available
No
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Applicable
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
AC Type
Manual
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
1422 l
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
1422 l
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
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
-
territory
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Sub Frame
-
Monocoque
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
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Territory
Infotainment System
Not Available
Ford touchscreen infotainment system
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Number of Speakers
Not Available
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
8-inch digital instrument display
USB Ports
Not Available
USB-A and USB-C
Infotainment Screen
Not Available
10.1
Touchscreen
Not Available
10.1
Infotainment Screen Size
Not Available
10.1
Connected Services
-
SYNC
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Territory
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
LED daytime running lights
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Roof Rails
Not Applicable
Yes
Exterior Colour Options
White
Multiple Ford South Africa factory exterior colours
Headlights
Not Available
Yes
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Body Type
-
SUV
Exterior Colour Options
-
5
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Territory
Approach Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
No
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
-
190 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
190 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
Territory
Tyre Size
7 R16 LT
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full-Size
T145/80R18
Wheel Rim Size
7 R16 LT
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Manual
Electronic parking brake
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Territory
Front Suspension
Leaf Spring
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring
Multi-Link Independent
Front Track Width
-
1635 mm
Rear Track Width
-
1635 mm
Chassis Type
-
Monocoque
Chassis Material
-
Monocoque
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Territory
CO2 Emissions
Not Available
168 g/km
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Petrol
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Territory
Service Plan
Optional
6 years / 90 000 km
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Territory
Ownership Role
long-deck heavy-duty flagship
Current flagship derivative
Price Zar
259000 ZAR
643900 ZAR
Pricing Role
top
Current official listed price
Starting Price
259000
643900
Starting Price Zar
259000
643900
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Territory
Warranty
4 years / 120000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Years
4 years / 120000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
4 years / 120000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
5 years / unlimited km
Basic Warranty
4 years / 120000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
In depth: how these cars differ
This Bolero MaXX Pik-Up and Territory 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 Territory 63.
Efficiency index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 69 vs Territory 53.
Safety-equipment index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 88 vs Territory 90.
Practicality index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 78 vs Territory 60.
Ownership-cover index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up not separately scored vs Territory 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 0 points
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up and Territory 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
Territory
Performance
63/100
Efficiency
53/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
60/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexMahindra Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
leads the specification evidence index with 67 pts
vs 67 pts for Territory
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Bolero MaXX Pik-Up leads. However, Territory 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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