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Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i5
Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i5 price is Rs 9-10 Lakh ex-showroom. Check 3,800 kg GVW, 2,125 kg payload, 13 kmpl, full specs, FAQs and alternatives.
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1478 ccDiesel13 km/l
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Key specs of the Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i5
GVW3800kg
Payload2125kg
Tyres4
Displacement1478cc
Fuel tank50L
Mileage13km/lAbout the Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i5, Overview
Ashok Leyland sells the Bada Dost i5 as a light truck. The truck is rated at 3,800 kg GVW, close to 3.8 tonnes. Most buyers use it for parcel, courier, LPG Cylinder and construction material. The ex-showroom price is about Rs 9 lakh to Rs 10 lakh, and it changes a little from city to city. The engine is a 1,478 cc die...
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Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i5 specifications & features
Engine, dimensions, brakes, transmission, cabin, and safety details are listed on the dedicated specifications page.
- GVW 3800 kg · 3.8 Ton
- Payload 2125 kg · 2.13 Ton
- Mileage 13 km/l
- Power 80 HP
- Length 16 ft 6 in
Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i5 Pros and Cons
Pros
- +Rated payload of 2,125 kg
- +Air conditioned cabin, which keeps drivers on the job longer
- +ABS fitted, which helps you keep steering control in a hard brake
- +Factory telematics lets you track the truck and its fuel use
Cons
- –Mileage of 13 kmpl is on the lower side for this class
- –Tube type tyres, so a puncture takes longer to fix on the road
Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i5 vs Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i4 and Ashok Leyland Dost +: comparison
The Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i5 next to 4 rivals in the same class, on the figures each maker lists. The Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i5 carries the most payload here (2,125 kg) and has the most power (80 HP).
| Model | Ex-showroom price | Payload | GVW | Mileage / range | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i5 | ₹9-10 Lakh | 2,125 kg | 3,800 kg | 13 km/l | 80 HP |
| Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i4 | ₹8-9 Lakh | 1,850 kg | 3,490 kg | 14 km/l | 80 HP |
| Ashok Leyland Dost + | ₹7.75-8.25 Lakh | 1,500 kg | 2,805 kg | 20 km/l | 70 HP |
| Eicher Pro X | ₹8-11 Lakh | 1,358 kg | 2,995 kg | 15 km/l | 80 HP |
| ISUZU S-CAB | ₹9-13.85 Lakh | 1,110 kg | 2,850 kg | 16.5 km/l | 78 HP |
Licence needed to drive the Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i5
GVW 3,800 kgLMV
Light motor vehicle (LMV) licence. Its GVW is within 7,500 kg, so it counts as a light motor vehicle. Under the Supreme Court judgment of 6 November 2024, a person with a regular LMV (car) licence may drive it commercially without a separate transport licence.
Vehicles carrying hazardous goods need extra driver qualifications whatever their weight. Your state RTO can confirm local requirements. Source: Supreme Court, Bajaj Alliance v Rambha Devi, 6 Nov 2024
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Where the Bada Dost i5 Is Used
Goods DistributionFMCG, parcel and white goods
Construction MaterialCement, steel, aggregate
Agri & Cold ChainGrain, produce, reefer bodies
Industrial SupplyPlant to plant, in-city
Contract LogisticsFixed-route 3PL workFree download · PDF
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FAQs on the Dost i5
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The Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i5 costs about Rs 9 lakh to Rs 10 lakh ex-showroom. On-road price is higher because RTO tax, insurance and registration get added on top, and those change by state. Ask two or three dealers in your city, because discounts differ.
The Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i5 gives about 13 kmpl. Your actual figure depends on load, road condition and driving style. With a 50 litre tank, that is roughly 650 km on one full tank.
Rated payload is 2,125 kg. Gross vehicle weight is 3,800 kg, which is the truck plus the load together. Stay inside this figure. Overloading breaks springs and tyres early and invites fines at the check post.
The Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i5 uses a 1,478 cc diesel engine, 80 HP, 190 Nm of torque. It meets BS VI norms.
Gross vehicle weight is 3,800 kg, or about 3.8 tonnes. GVW is the total allowed weight of the truck plus body plus goods, and it decides which licence and permit you need.
It is mainly used for parcel, courier, LPG Cylinder and construction material. If your daily load and route match that kind of work, this truck fits.
It comes with a 5-speed manual gearbox. A manual gearbox keeps the running cost and the repair bill lower, and most workshops can handle it.
Yes, air conditioning is part of the cabin. That matters on long runs in summer, and drivers stay with the job longer when the cabin is comfortable.
It has 4 tyres in a 4x2 layout. Tyre size is 7.00 R15 - 12PR.
Ashok Leyland gives a manufacturer warranty on this truck. The exact months and kilometre limit change by model and state, so get it in writing from your dealer at the time of booking.
The closest options at this size are Force Traveller 3050 MM WB (3,870 kg GVW, from about Rs 9 lakh), Tata Yodha CNG RMC (3,500 kg GVW, from about Rs 9 lakh) and Isuzu S-CAB (2,850 kg GVW, from about Rs 9 lakh). Compare payload, mileage and the service network on your own route before you decide, because those three decide your cost per km more than the sticker price does.
Yes. The Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i5 has a GVW of 3,800 kg, within the 7,500 kg light motor vehicle limit. The Supreme Court ruled on 6 November 2024 that an LMV licence holder may drive a transport vehicle of this weight without a separate transport licence. Hazardous-goods work needs extra qualifications.
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