Mahindra Bolero 2011-2019 SLX

Bolero 2011-2019 SLX Review

Mahindra Bolero is a popular SUV model from the fleet of India's largest SUV maker. This vehicle comes in several trim levels among which, Mahindra Bolero SLX is one of the mid range variants. This vehicle is powered by a 2.5-litre, M2DiCR diesel power plant that is capable of developing a peak power of 62.1bhp and a commanding torque output of 195Nm, which helps in returning a mileage between 12.4 to 15.96 Kmpl. It comes with aspects like a honeycomb grille, hawk-eye headlamps, contemporary body decals, body colored stylish spare wheel cover and several other such aspects. This vehicle is equipped with other important features including a remote fuel lid opener, keyless entry function, music system and a HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) unit. The interiors are quite spacious with a dual tone color scheme and can host at least seven passengers. This vehicle is now available with five exterior paint options including Java Brown, Rocky Beige, Toreador Red, Diamond White and a Fiery Black metallic finish for the buyers to choose from. The company is offering this SUV with a standard 1-year unlimited kilometers warranty, which is a fair deal for the buyers.

Exteriors:

This Mahindra Bolero SLX trim has a large body structure, which is equipped with masculine looking cosmetics. To start with the front profile, it comes with a classy radiator grille that is affixed with a chrome strip and has a honey-comb mesh. It is flanked by a hawk eye shaped headlight cluster that is equipped with powerful halogen lamps and turn indicators. The best part about its frontage is its muscular bumper that gives it an aggressive stance. It is further equipped with a pair of fog lamps. The overall look is complimented by the prominent company's badge . Its side profile has a classy body structure featuring body colored wheel arch fenders, door handles and external wing mirrors. In addition to these, the company decorated its doors with contemporary body decals, which gives a snazzy look to the sides. Its wheel arches have been equipped with a set of 15 inch steel wheels, which are covered with full wheel caps. These have been equipped with high performance tubeless radial tyres of size 215/75 R15. It has an outdated rear profile, but is affixed with a spare wheel including body colored cover. This vehicle comes with a total length of 4107mm along with a decent height of 1880mm and an overall width of 1745mm.

Interiors:

This variant comes with a spacious cabin that is done with a dual tone color scheme, which is further complimented by wooded inserts. It has ergonomically designed seats integrated with head rests, which are further covered with vinyl/fabric upholstery. It has a neatly structured dashboard that has a storage compartment, instrument panel and a central console with wooden finish. Its middle row comes with a drop-down center armrest that lets you sit back and relax to the fullest. The middle row seats have split folding facility, which helps to gain easy access to the third row seats. This SUV comes with a total length of about 2680mm, which is the reason for ample leg space in all three rows. The manufacturer has installed various utility based features like stylish AC vents, 12V power charging point, music system and other such aspects.

Engine and Performance:

This vehicle is equipped with a powerful 2.5-litre diesel engine that has a displacement capacity of 2523cc . It is based on a DOHC valve configuration with four cylinders and 8-valves. This motor is incorporated with a common rail direct injection system, which contributes towards enhancing its fuel efficiency. It is capable of delivering a minimum mileage of 12.4 Kmpl in the city, while delivering a peak mileage of 15.96 on the highways. This motor can pump out a maximum power of 62.1bhp at 3200rpm that helps in delivering a peak torque output of 195Nm in the range of 1400 to 2200rpm. It takes about 25.6 seconds for this vehicle to reach a speed barrier of 100 Kmph and it can achieve a top speed of 125 Kmph.

Braking and Handling:

This sports utility vehicle comes with an independent strut system for its front axle along with coil springs and anti roll bars. At the same time, its rear axle is fitted with elliptical leaf springs type of suspension fitted to the rear wheels. Coming to the braking mechanism, its front wheels are paired with disc brakes and the rear ones are mated with conventional drum brakes, which ensures precise stopping of vehicle. On the other hand, this vehicle comes with a rack and pinion based power assisted steering with a turning radius of 5.8 meters, which provides excellent response to the driver.

Comfort Features:

The Mahindra Bolero SLX is the mid range variant, but it still comes equipped with several important comfort features. Its cabin is fitted with an advanced digital screen that displays notifications for door open, date, time, vehicle speed and numerous other such aspects. The company has fitted a heating, ventilation and air conditioning unit, which has a customizable cooling system. In addition to these, this variant comes with features like manually adjustable outside rear view mirrors, power windows with driver's side one touch operation, plush dual tone fabric seats and other such aspects. Furthermore, the car maker has also installed a music system that supports CD/MP3 playback.

Safety Features:

This vehicle is built with high strength steel material and also has impact protection beams. It can absorb most of the impact caused in case of collision and thereby it protects the passengers inside. It is also incorporated with an advanced engine immobilizer incorporated with an encrypted key recognition system that rejects any duplicate key used to start the vehicle. The list of other safety aspects include head restraints, child lock, dual horn and high intensity headlamps.


Pros:
1. Ample interior space is a big plus.
2. Comfort and utility features are quite good.

Cons:
1. Engine power and fuel economy can be improved.
2. There is scope to improve exterior style.