Is the fact that the New Bolero lacks modern safety features a deal breaker?
The Mahindra Bolero has been criticized for offering less in terms of safety feature than its modern counterparts in its price segment. The New Bolero has been updated a bit, but in the safety equipment stakes, it still lags behind many of its competitors. The debate about the right balance between keeping the Bolero affordable and rugged and adding more advanced safety tech has been sparked. Some point to the vehicle’s target market not necessarily considering these features important, while others say safety should never be up for debate with a new vehicle. It also explores what manufacturers' responsibilities are in markets where safety regulations are not as stringent, and how this could affect sales if more safety features were to be added, but at the price of a higher price tag. This debate is an outgrowth of broader questions and trade-offs surrounding automotive safety standards in developing markets and the relationship between cost, tradition and modern safety expectations.
Absolutely. We should never compromise on safety. If it can't protect passengers in a crash, I don't care how tough it is, it's not worth the risk.
It's not ideal, but let's face it, you don't see the Bolero being used in areas where the biggest threat is a high speed collision. It's fine for what it's intended to be used for.
It's a tough call. The more safety features you add, the more expensive it will become, perhaps too expensive for many buyers. Is it better to have a safer car that more people can’t afford?
I don’t think it’s a deal breaker for rural buyers, but it’s for urban ones. Those safety features are what you need in the city. Toughness is the safety feature of the Bolero in rural areas.
It’s a tradeoff, not a dealbreaker. What you’re getting is a simple and reliable vehicle that can be easily repaired. Sometimes that's better than airbags you may never use.
As an option Mahindra should offer a safety package. Charge what you can for the base model, but allow people to add safety features if they choose.
Indeed a concern, not a deal breaker for everyone. There are people who prefer simplicity and ease of maintenance over the advanced safety tech. It's a personal choice.
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Is the fact that the New Bolero lacks modern safety features a deal breaker?
22 January 2025 12:28
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