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fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
Mahindra Bolero MaXX Pik-Up vs Chery Tiggo 4 Cross HEV: the short answer
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up and Tiggo 4 Cross HEV are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up starts ZAR 240,900 cheaperBolero MaXX Pik-Up from ZAR 199,000 · Tiggo 4 Cross HEV from ZAR 439,900
Five key differences
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Specification
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Maximum Power
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up60 kW @ 3200 rpm
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV150 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up220 Nm @ 1400-2200 rpm
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV310 Nm
Engine Size
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up2523 cc
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV1500 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up17.2 km/l
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV18.5 km/l
Ground Clearance
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up200 mm
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV180 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 published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
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
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
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
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
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
Current South Africa Tiggo 4 Cross HEV range
Facelift History
New South African model line; not a facelift of the historical Bolero Maxitruck record
Current South Africa version listed by official source
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
Tare Mass Kg
-
1387 kg
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Length
5345 mm
4351 mm
Width
1800 mm
1831 mm
Height
1895 mm
1662 mm
Wheelbase
3290 mm
2610 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
200 mm
180 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
175 mm
180 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
51 l
Boot/Cargo Space
3569 l
340 l
Kerb Weight
1780 kg
1387 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3480 kg
1905 kg
Payload Capacity
1700 kg
518 kg
Towing Capacity
0 kg
1300 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
5.5 m
Front Headroom
1025 mm
1010 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
975 mm
Front Legroom
1010 mm
1040 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
930 mm
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Engine
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Hybrid
Engine Code
m2Di
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Hybrid
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Displacement
2523 cc
1500 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
8
16
Valves per Cylinder
2
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Petrol injection
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
150 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
220 Nm @ 1400-2200 rpm
310 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
FWD
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Not Officially Disclosed
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
Eco, Normal, Sport
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 Officially Disclosed
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 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 Officially Disclosed
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Gearbox
5-Speed Manual
1 DHT
Drivetrain Layout
Front Engine, Rear-Wheel Drive
FWD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
Not Available
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
5
Hybrid DHT
Transmission Type
Manual
Automatic
Clutch Type
Single Plate Dry
Automatic clutch
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Standard
Gear Shift Type
Floor-Mounted Manual
Electric
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
FWD
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
Standard
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Synchromesh Manual
1 DHT
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x2
FWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
5
Hybrid DHT
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Claimed Mileage
17.2 km/l
18.5 km/l
City Mileage
14.4 km/l
14.9 km/l
Highway Mileage
20.2 km/l
21.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
51 l
Emission Standard
BS VI
Euro VIb
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Available
Standard
Real-world Mileage
17.2 km/l
18.5 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
60
51
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Available
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Available
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Available
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Available
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Airbags
0
Multiple airbags
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
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Not Available
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
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Standard
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Standard
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Standard
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
Not Available
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Seat Material
Stain-resistant fabric
Fabric or cloth trim
Heated Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
Urethane
Polyurethane / synthetic
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
Recline, reach and height adjustment
Manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Fixed
Manual
Seat Trim
Stain-resistant fabric
Fabric
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Available
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Available
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Climate Control
Manual
Manual / automatic by trim
Power Windows
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Applicable
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
AC Type
Manual
Manual / automatic by trim
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Infotainment System
Not Available
Touchscreen infotainment
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Android Auto
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Standard
Number of Speakers
Not Available
4-6
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
Standard
USB Ports
Not Available
Front and rear USB where listed
Infotainment Screen
Not Available
10.25-inch or larger by trim
Touchscreen
Not Available
10.25-inch or larger by trim
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Applicable
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
White
White, black, grey, silver, blue, green and other official Chery market colours by model.
Headlights
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
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
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
-
180 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
180 mm
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Tyre Size
7 R16 LT
215/60 R17
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full-Size
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
7 R16 LT
215/60 R17
Handbrake Type
Manual
Electronic parking brake
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Front Suspension
Leaf Spring
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring
Torsion beam
Front Track Width
-
Not Available
Rear Track Width
-
Not Available
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
CO2 Emissions
Not Available
123 g/km
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Petrol
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Service Plan
Optional
5 Years / 60 000 km
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Ownership Role
long-deck heavy-duty flagship
mid-to-high value
Price Zar
259000 ZAR
439900 ZAR
Pricing Role
top
mid-to-high value
Starting Price
259000
439900
Starting Price Zar
259000
439900
Spec
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Warranty
4 years / 120000 km
5 Years / 150 000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This Bolero MaXX Pik-Up and Tiggo 4 Cross HEV 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 Tiggo 4 Cross HEV 62.
Efficiency index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 69 vs Tiggo 4 Cross HEV 75.
Safety-equipment index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 88 vs Tiggo 4 Cross HEV 91.
Practicality index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up 78 vs Tiggo 4 Cross HEV 57.
Ownership-cover index: Bolero MaXX Pik-Up not separately scored vs Tiggo 4 Cross HEV 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
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV leads by 4 points
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up and Tiggo 4 Cross HEV are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Performance
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV +24
Efficiency
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV +6
Safety
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV +3
Practicality
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up +21
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Performance
62/100
Efficiency
75/100
Safety
91/100
Practicality
57/100
Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
Performance
38/100
Efficiency
69/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
78/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexChery Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
leads the specification evidence index with 71 pts
vs 67 pts for Bolero MaXX Pik-Up
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Tiggo 4 Cross HEV 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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