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  Made for the off-road with a number of unique rugged additions, Mahindra has introduced a limited-edition Scorpio S11 Adventure off-road SUV. Find out more in the article by Wheels24. This Mahindra Scorpio is kitted with capable equipment like steel bumpers, integrated fog lights, a tow bar and a set of silk-black 16-inch alloy wheels wrapped in chunky 245/65R16 all-terrain tyres. Mechanically, the S11 is powered by an uprated 2.2-litre mHawk turbodiesel that delivers outputs of 103kW and 320Nm, sending power to all four wheels thanks to a new six-speed manual gearbox. As a matter of convenience between navigating different terrains, the driver can toggle between 4H and 2H setups at speeds of up to 100km/h. At the same time, the chassis offers 165mm of ground clearance. Scorpio with a sting Inside is a 7-inch infotainment system complete with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity as standard that also acts as the eyes for the reverse camera, along with USB and Bluetooth interf

The local bakkie market is rife with options. Automakers have an array of bakkies making up their portfolios, and each model range brings something unique to the table. Mahindra, for instance, has two bakkies to choose from - The Mahindra Bolero and Pik Up. Of course, higher up the price spectrum, the options are more refined, more specialized, and with more powerful engines. Lower down, however, the offerings are more affordable. Find out more about the budget-friendly Bolero bakkie in South Africa. Mahindra Bolero 2.5Di Maxitruck Plus The Bolero is one of the true workhorses in the South African bakkie market. As the most affordable new bakkie in the country, it is powered by a 46kW 2.5-litre diesel engine and a five-speed manual gearbox. The torque figure isn't earthshattering either, coming in at a relatively low 195Nm. Yet, while these figures aren't setting any records, it serves the bakkie well as it aims to execute its purpose. The Bolero weighs a respectable 1 471kg a