Mahindra has launched the new Scorpio N facelift at a price of Rs 13.69 lakh (ex-showroom), and while the SUV retains its powertrain options, slight changes have been made to its styling, colour palette and feature list. It is now being offered in a wide variety of seven trims and engine-transmission combos, which begs the question as to what configurations you can specify the SUV in. In this story, let’s see how they stack up:
Powertrain Options
But before we get to the variant-wise split, here’s a quick look at the Scorpio N’s powertrain specifications:
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Engine |
2-litre turbo-petrol mStallion |
2.2-litre diesel mHawk |
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Power |
203 PS |
Up to 175 PS |
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Torque |
Up to 380 Nm |
Up to 400 Nm |
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Transmission |
6-speed MT/6-speed AT |
6-speed MT/6-speed AT |
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Drivetrain |
RWD |
RWD/4WD |
MT- Manual Transmission, AT- Automatic Transmission (torque converter)
RWD- Rear-wheel drive, 4WD- Four-wheel drive
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With this facelift, the Scorpio N retains its turbo-petrol and diesel engine options, both of which are offered with manual and automatic transmissions.
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The lower variants of the diesel get a less powerful state of tune, while the torque figure also varies based on the gearbox you choose.
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An optional four-wheel drive system is also on offer with the diesel engine.
Now let’s see how the variants stack up against each other:
Variant-wise Powertrains Split
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Variant |
Petrol |
Diesel |
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MT RWD |
AT RWD |
MT RWD |
AT RWD |
MT 4WD |
AT 4WD |
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Z2 |
✅ |
❌ |
✅ |
❌ |
❌ |
❌ |
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Z4 |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
❌ |
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Z6 |
❌ |
❌ |
✅ |
✅ |
❌ |
❌ |
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Z8S |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
❌ |
❌ |
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Z8 |
❌ |
❌ |
✅ |
✅ |
❌ |
❌ |
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Z8T |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
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Z8L (7-seater) |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
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Z8L (6-seater) |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
❌ |
❌ |
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As seen above, it’s only the Diesel MT RWD setup that is offered on all variants.
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The petrol versions skimp out altogether on the Z6 and Z8 trims, and you will have to instead opt for higher or lower variants.
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The Z8L variant can be had across all the possible powertrain combinations, and a six-seater version with captain seats in the second row is also offered with its RWD configurations.
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Users with significant off-road or rough-road usage have a budget option in the form of a Z4 Diesel MT 4WD trim.
Features & Safety
Some new features have been added to the Scorpio N with this update, such as a larger 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, front USB Type-C charging ports, 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and a panoramic sunroof. It is also equipped with tech such as dual-zone climate control, wireless phone charger, ventilated front seats, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 12-speaker Sony sound system, 6-way powered driver seat and connected car tech. We have compiled a detailed features explainer here.
Safety is boosted with a new 540-degree camera, while retaining features like 6 airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), all-wheel disc brakes, electronic parking brake (EPB), hill hold assist (HHA), hill descent control (HDC) and front and rear parking sensors.
The Scorpio N previously scored a full 5-star rating in the Global NCAP crash tests. We have analysed the scores in detail here.
Price & Rivals
Mahindra has priced the Scorpio N facelift from Rs 13.69 lakh to Rs 25.49 lakh (ex-showroom). Take a look at its detailed price list here.
The SUV has no direct rivals except its sibling, the Thar Roxx. It can also be an alternative to crossovers such as the Tata Safari, Mahindra XUV 7XO, Hyundai Alcazar and the MG Hector, while the body-on-frame Toyota Innova Crysta may also be considered.
CarDekho Says…
The Scorpio N has proven itself to be one of the most popular SUVs in India, and it’s no surprise why. It is capable, has an old-school charm with its rugged and tough platform and has all the modern features you expect as well. And in our experience, these qualities sure make it punch much above its weight, even against cars twice its price. The extensive choice of powertrains is a big part of its appeal. However, if we had to nitpick, we wish Mahindra offered the 4WD drivetrain with the mid-spec Z8S variant too for a more balanced buy between affordability, capability and features.
Which powertrain combo would you pick on the Scorpio N? Let us know in the comments below!
