Mahindra Scorpio N: The Mahindra Scorpio has been a name synonymous with go-anywhere ruggedness, road presence and off-road capabilities for years in the Indian SUV market.
But with the launch of the Mahindra Scorpio N, the manufacturer has made a giant leap not just in design, but also in technology, comfort, and drivability.
“The Big Daddy of SUVs” is how Mahindra is positioning the Scorpio N in the market, and with good reason; while the formula from the previous generation is intact, the resurrection gets urban and adventurous buyers an updated offering. Let’s now delve deeper to see what the new Scorpio N has to offer.
Fresh Design, Same Muscle
Not only does the Scorpio N not look anything like the older Scorpio, it also looks familiar somehow.
The beauty of that update is that it has design.
Its design has visibly more aerodynamic lines, but continues to maintain the rugged and muscular stance of the Scorpio with a tall body stance and character lines.
At the front is a chrome-slatted grille adorned with the new Mahindra twin-peak logo, along with projector LED headlamps and C-shaped LED DRLs.
The sculpted bonnet, roof rails and chunky wheel arches, lend the SUV a tough but yet premium look.
The vertically placed coin stack LEDs provide the characteristic Scorpio lineage and when seen from sides, its new stance is clearly visible thanks to the 235cc wider tyres.
The look in general, retains the robust Scorpio N image, with a more refined appearance.
Interior Renovation: Comfort and Technology Combined
Enter it, and you will immediately notice the huge improvement in interior quality.
Interior-wise, the Scorpio N gets a dual-tone cabin with soft touch material, an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and a partial digital driver’s display on higher trims.
Up to the center console, the quality is upmarket, and the fit and finish is a world better than the outgoing Camry.
Key features include:
Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
Wireless charging
Electric sunroof
Dual-zone climate control
Front and rear cameras
Connected car technology
The SUV comes in 6-seater (captain seats) and 7-seater (bench seat) configurations.
There’s plenty of variety up front and the middle row that’s supportive and spacious, although the third row is best suited for children or occasional trips.
Powertrain and Performance
The N in Scorpio N stands for Nimble Mahindra Scorpio N will be available in both petrol and diesel options:
2.0L mStallion turbo-petrol (200 PS, 370-380 Nm)
2.2L mHawk diesel (130-175 PS, 300-400 Nm) 100-500Nm of torque these are just quote’s though, nothing is confirmed.
It can be have with a 6-speed manual transmission and a 6-speed torque convertor automatic transmission.
The diesel version with 4X4 and terrain modes is the choices for off-road Romers.
Out on the highway, the Scorpio N is a lot more sophisticated feeling and planted when compared to its predecessor.
Ride quality is smooth thanks to a new body-on-frame platform and improved suspension tuning.
The steering is lighter at low speeds, and the S.U.V. feels easier to manage in town.
However, it continues to have the go-anywhere capability and the 4X4 option, which also makes it a proper SUV for varied Indian conditions.
Safety Features
The Scorpio N gets some vital safety swag on the Mahindra:
6 airbags (top variants)
ABS with EBD
Electronic Stability Control
Hill hold and descent control
ISOFIX mounts
Rear disc brakes (some models)
It also has a 5-star Global NCAP safety rating, making it the safest full-size SUV in its segment.
Pros:
Muscular yet modern design
Diesel-petrol engine options and auto gearboxes
Real 4X4 with four terrain modes
Premium, feature-rich cabin
Spacious and well-built, with a 5-star safety rating
Cons:
Third-row room is somewhat cramped for adults
No panoramic sunroof
The only negative is that the petrol is not as fuel efficient.
Top-spec versions stand close to the XUV700 in terms of price.
Small boot with all seats up
Mahindra Scorpio N: Conclusion
And there we have it, the legendary nameplate is home. It achieves a perfect juxtaposition of the rustic charm of the original Scorpio, with the sophistication, tech, and comfort expected by the new-age SUV buyer.
Whether it’s a city cruiser with an aggressive squat or a weekend off-roader, the Scorpio N delivers – and more.
In a sea of other crossovers that aim to bridge traditional body-on-frame SUV characteristics with that of plush on-road comfort, the Scorpio N stays course with its roots while looking towards the future.
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