The
Mahindra Scorpio is a four-wheel drive SUV that has been making waves in the
Indian auto market ever since its launch in 2002. It is one of the most popular
SUVs in India and has been the recipient of several awards, including the Indian Car of the Year award. In more recent years the
Scorpio has been a trusted option for local
South African buyers who are looking for a capable, reliable
SUV that can handle our tough conditions. Now though there is a new one. Here is what you need to know about this more refined offering.
All-new construction
The
All-New Scorpio-N is designed and engineered to global standards. Built from the ground up with no carryover components from the legacy
Scorpio, the
Scorpio-N elevates existing segment benchmarks across all critical parameters: performance, capabilities, technology, sophistication, ride and handling, NVH, interiors, appearance and most crucially, safety.
The
All-New Scorpio-N became the first body-on-frame SUV to secure a 5-star rating in the Global New Car Assessment Programme’s
(GNCAP) new crash-test protocols, which came into effect from 1 July 2022.
Unmistakable design
The
Scorpio-N takes forward the machismo factor to a whole new level. The signature wheel arches have been made even more muscular taking inspiration from the sinewy silhouette of a swimmer. A metallic Scorpio tail element is seamlessly integrated into the beltline, swinging all the way to the top of the window, giving the
Scorpio-N more of a sting.
The
Scorpio character is omnipresent as the tall, stacked tail lamp design creates a commanding stand on the rear, as in the front. The
All-New Scorpio-N will be offered in 6 body colour options: Deep Forest, Napoli Black, Everest White, Red Rage, Dazzling Silver and Grand Canyon.
Interior upgrades
The
All-New Scorpio-N is absolutely captivating on the inside, as on the outside. The
Scorpio-N greets passengers with top-notch craftsmanship – rich coffee-black leatherette upholstery, best-in-class command seating position, centre console encased in robust metal-finished dual rails, advanced infotainment system and more, taking the premium-ness to the next level. The interiors of the
Scorpio-N are designed and fettled to offer a highly sophisticated sensation, delighting the driver and passengers alike.
More performance
The
All-New Scorpio-N is engineered for those looking for a new-age authentic SUV. Built on our new third-generation body-on-frame platform, the Scorpio-N boasts of class-leading structural rigidity, off-road capability and exemplary on-road manners. The Scorpio-N is powered by an mHawk Turbo-Diesel engine with 128kW of power and 400Nm torque, offered in both 6-speed Automatic Transmissions, and 4X4 as an option.
For the adventure lover
The
All-New Scorpio-N is designed to rule all terrains with the
4XPLOR, first-in-class intelligent terrain management technology. With a mere touch, the electric shift-on-the-fly 4 Wheel Drive System transforms the Scorpio-N from 2WD mode into an all-conquering, capable 4WD beast.
The
Scorpio-N also gets three drive modes to match the driver’s mood: Zip, Zap and Zoom. Zip for smooth riding, especially through traffic, Zap for true Mahindra SUV performance, and Zoom to ramp it up for a more engaging and exhilarating ride-quality.
Improved safety
The
Scorpio-N features 6 airbags for the occupants; Driver, Passenger, Side and Curtain airbags. It is equipped with disc brakes on all four wheels and hydraulic brake assist and electronic brake pre-fill. Incorporated in the design is 73% of the structure being made from high-strength steel and 3 structural zones to improve the crash performance.
Credit: Justin Jacobs
