Mahindra Bolero vs Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.

Mahindra Bolero in South Africa

Mahindra Bolero

Bolero Maxitruck Diesel
ZAR 215,999 ex-showroom
VS
Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab in South Africa

Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab

2.6D Chassis Cab Aircon 5MT Diesel Manual
ZAR 391,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 58 kW 🔧 167 Nm ⛽ 10.2 km/l
＋ Add a 3rd car

At a Glance — Who Wins What

⚡ Performance Bolero
⛽ Fuel Economy Bolero
🛡 Safety H-100 Chassis Cab
📦 Practicality H-100 Chassis Cab
🔑 Ownership H-100 Chassis Cab
Bolero starts ZAR 367900 cheaper Bolero from ZAR 215,999 · H-100 Chassis Cab from ZAR 367,900

Key Specs Side by Side

The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.

Spec Bolero H-100 Chassis Cab
Engine Power - 58
Torque - 167
Engine Size - 2607
Claimed Mileage - 10.2
Ground Clearance - 185 mm
Boot Space - Not Applicable
Airbags - Not Available
Kerb Weight - Not Applicable
Seating Capacity - 3
Warranty - 5

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

Both Bolero and H-100 Chassis Cab are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance Bolero +16 pts
Efficiency Bolero +4 pts
Safety H-100 Chassis Cab +28 pts
Practicality H-100 Chassis Cab +4 pts
Ownership H-100 Chassis Cab +15 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

Bolero

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
  • Less comprehensive safety features
  • Less practical in daily usage
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: Highway Driving Fuel Efficiency
🏆 Overall Winner

H-100 Chassis Cab

Strengths
  • Stronger safety package
  • More practical for daily use
  • Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to: Family Usage

Which One's Right for You?

Bolero

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency

H-100 Chassis Cab

  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Bolero H-100 Chassis Cab
Model Introduced Year - Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation - Current South African H-100 Chassis Cab listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History - 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 - Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending - Current
Body Style - Chassis cab
Body Type Cab - Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name
Color Note - Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note - Mid grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year - 2026
Production Status - published
Segment - Pickup
Vehicle Type - Pickup
Spec Bolero H-100 Chassis Cab
Ground Clearance - 185 mm
Wheelbase - 2640 mm
Length - 5125 mm
Width - 1740 mm
Height - 1970 mm
Kerb Weight - Not Applicable
Gross Vehicle Weight - Not Applicable
Seating Capacity - 3
Boot Space - Not Applicable
Towing Capacity - Not Applicable
Front Track Width - Not Applicable
Rear Track Width - Not Applicable
Turning Radius - Not Applicable
Load Bed Length - Not Applicable
Load Bed Width - Not Applicable
Front Legroom - Not Applicable
Rear Legroom - Not Applicable
Front Headroom - Not Applicable
Rear Headroom - Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room - Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room - Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded - Not Applicable
Number of Doors - 2
Max Payload - Not Applicable
Boot Volume - Not Applicable
Doors - 2
Seats - 3
Fuel Tank Capacity - 65 l
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg - Not Applicable
Ground Clearance Max - 185 mm
Ground Clearance Min - 185 mm
Ground Clearance Mm - 185 mm
Height Mm - 1970 mm
Length Mm - 5125 mm
Loadbox Length Mm - Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm - Not Applicable
Payload Kg - Not Applicable
Cargo Volume - Not Applicable
Tare Mass Kg - Not Applicable
Turning Circle - Not Applicable
Turning Circle M - Not Applicable
Width Mm - 1740 mm

Overall Verdict Score

Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

H-100 Chassis Cab leads by 5 points

Both Bolero and H-100 Chassis Cab are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Winner 44 /100
Lead 5 points
Data 70% confidence
44
#1 Winner

H-100 Chassis Cab

70% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Ownership 65 Check Safety 28
Performance 34
Efficiency 46
Safety 28
Practicality 54
Ownership 65
Leads by 5 points
39
#2

Bolero

11% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Performance 50 Check Safety 0
Performance 50
Efficiency 50
Safety 0
Practicality 50
Ownership 50
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance Bolero +16 Efficiency Bolero +4 Safety H-100 Chassis Cab +28 Practicality H-100 Chassis Cab +4 Ownership H-100 Chassis Cab +15

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

H-100 Chassis Cab

Performance 34/100
Efficiency 46/100
Safety 28/100
Practicality 54/100
Ownership 65/100

Bolero

Performance 50/100
Efficiency 50/100
Safety 0/100
Practicality 50/100
Ownership 50/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab wins with 44 pts vs 39 pts for Bolero

In structured scoring, H-100 Chassis Cab emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Bolero may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Questions Buyers Usually Ask

On our scoring the H-100 Chassis Cab edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.

Efficiency scores: Bolero 50 vs H-100 Chassis Cab 46. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.

Safety scores: Bolero 0, H-100 Chassis Cab 28. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.

Long-term ownership scores: Bolero 50, H-100 Chassis Cab 65. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.

Practicality scores: Bolero 50, H-100 Chassis Cab 54. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: Bolero 50, H-100 Chassis Cab 34. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.

Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.

Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.

Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The H-100 Chassis Cab edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The H-100 Chassis Cab scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.

In Depth — Breaking It All Down

The comparison between Bolero and H-100 Chassis Cab in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Bolero scores 50 vs 34.

Efficiency: Bolero scores 50 vs 46.

Safety: Bolero scores 0 vs 28.

Practicality: Bolero scores 50 vs 54.

Ownership: Bolero scores 50 vs 65.

Final structured scoring gives H-100 Chassis Cab the advantage in this comparison.