M&M introduces Bolero Pik-Up CNG in Delhi

17 July 2008

Delhi: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd today unveiled the environment friendly Bolero Pik-Up Flatbed CNG.

This is the first CNG Large Pickup model (1-1.5 tonne payload) to be introduced in the country and is priced at Rs.5.42 lacs ex showroom Delhi.

The Bolero Pik-Up CNG is based on the popular Bolero Pik-Up Flatbed which is Mahindra's largest selling model in the Large Pickup category. Mahindra is the leader in this category with a market share of 83 per cent in April - June 2008. The company's sales have grown by a huge 31per cent, as compared to 15  per cent growth registered by the industry.

''In the recent past we have successfully launched the Alfa Cargo CNG in the small 3 wheeler cargo category and before that, the Champion CNG in the large 3 wheeler cargo category. We would now like to take this endeavour a step further by creating an eco-friendly vehicle in the Large Pickup segment.

The Bolero Pik-Up Flatbed CNG addresses the need of a large section of customers in Delhi for a pick up vehicle which is both fuel-efficient and environment friendly. It was developed as a part of our sustainable mobility solutions programme which illustrates M&M's commitment to the research, product development and advancement of the most cutting-edge technologies to bring about a cleaner and greener future.

The vehicle provides the largest load carrying capacity in its category. It also offers savings of up to 40  per cent on operational costs, as compared to a comparable diesel vehicle. In fact, the Pik-Up can run for almost 300 km without requiring a refill. Moreover, a 75 bhp engine provides superior pulling power, even in loaded conditions,'' said Mr. Vivek Nayer, Vice President – Marketing, Auto Sector, Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd.