Mahindra Scorpio N — Price, Mileage, Variants & Expert Review

Fifteen PS per lakh. That single computed figure — the best power-per-rupee ratio among its direct rivals — is the Scorpio N's value argument in miniature. The 2.0-litre mStallion turbo-petrol makes 203 PS and 370 Nm from a ₹13.49 lakh starting price, outputs the similarly priced Tata Safari (170 PS) and Harrier cannot match, wrapped in a 4,662 mm, 1,857 mm-tall seven-seater with unmistakable road presence.

The diesel tells a quieter story: the 2.2-litre mHawk lists 132 PS and 300 Nm in our data, claiming 15.94 kmpl — about 6% above the segment median and comfortably clear of the petrol's 12.17 kmpl. Both engines take 6-speed manuals or automatics. So the range splits cleanly by temperament: the petrol is the enthusiast's seven-seater, the diesel the economical workhorse, and the 57-litre tank serves both.

Value has its trade-offs. The boot is 460 litres — well short of the Safari's 680 — ground clearance is a moderate 187 mm, and the 43-variant spread demands homework. But nothing else at this price puts 370 Nm under a family of seven, and mid-range trims carry the sunroof, LED headlamps and digital cluster that keep the cabin feeling current.

Scorpio N Variants & Ex-Showroom Prices

Ex-showroom prices. See the city-wise on-road price for your city.

Engine, Performance & Mileage

mStallion (TGDi) Petrol

1997 cc · 203 PS @ 5000 rpm · 370 Nm @ 1750-3000 rpm · 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT · ARAI 12.17 kmpl · BS VI 2.0

mHawk (CRDi) Diesel

2198 cc · 132 PS @ 3750 rpm · 300 Nm @ 1500-3000 rpm · 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT · ARAI 15.94 kmpl · BS VI 2.0

Scorpio N Dimensions

Length: 4662 mm · Width: 1917 mm · Height: 1857 mm · Wheelbase: 2750 mm · Ground clearance: 187 mm · Boot space: 460 litres · Fuel tank: 57 litres

Scorpio N Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Central Locking, Child Safety Locks, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Engine Immobilizer, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Hill Descent Control, Hill Assist, Global NCAP Safety Rating: 5 Star, Global NCAP Child Safety Rating: 3 Star, Anti-Pinch Power Windows: Driver.

Ownership & Running Costs

Figure roughly ₹7,500-12,000 per year across the first five services; the turbo-petrol's consumables and the diesel's service items land in a similar band (indicative).

First-year comprehensive typically ranges ₹55,000-90,000 in metros across the ₹13.49-24.95 lakh spread (indicative).

Claimed 12.17 kmpl means the petrol runs ₹9-10 per km real-world in the city; the 15.94 kmpl diesel comes in nearer ₹6-7 per km (indicative). Over 20,000 km a year that gap alone can exceed ₹50,000.

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Scorpio N vs Rivals

Scorpio N vs Tata Safari: From ₹13.40 lakh with a 680-litre boot and panoramic roof — more cargo and polish, no reply to 203 PS. See the Tata Safari.

Scorpio N vs Tata Harrier: From ₹12.89 lakh with 170 PS but five seats only — the Scorpio N's third row wins family duty. See the Tata Harrier.

Scorpio N vs Hyundai Alcazar: From ₹14.51 lakh with a 20.4 kmpl diesel claim — the efficiency-and-refinement counterpoint to the Scorpio N's muscle. See the Hyundai Alcazar.

Scorpio N vs Mahindra Scorpio: The classic, diesel-only from ₹13.37 lakh at 14.44 kmpl — cheaper utility, a generation behind on kit. See the Mahindra Scorpio.

GaadiInfo Verdict

The Scorpio N is two distinct cars sharing a body. The petrol automatic is the one I would buy for the sheer novelty of a ₹15-lakh-class seven-seater with 370 Nm — accepting 12.17 kmpl as the entry fee. For most families, though, the diesel automatic in a mid trim is the correct call: 15.94 kmpl, 300 Nm, and the space and stance intact. Whichever engine, stay out of the top third of the 43-variant ladder — the value story fades past ₹20 lakh.

• Monthly kilometres decide the engine: under ~1,200 km, enjoy the 203 PS petrol; over 1,800 km, the diesel's 3.77 kmpl claimed advantage compounds fast.
• Take the automatic with either engine if your city share exceeds half — a tall 1,857 mm seven-seater is happiest self-shifting in traffic.
• With 43 variants, quote three specific trims to the dealer and compare drive-away numbers — never negotiate from the walk-up ladder.
• At PDI, verify third-row hardware and boot-floor fit around the 460-litre bay, and confirm the digital cluster and sunroof operate without warnings on delivery.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Mahindra Scorpio N's price in 2026?

₹13.49 lakh to ₹24.95 lakh ex-showroom across 43 variants — 203 PS turbo-petrol or 132 PS diesel, each with 6-speed manual or automatic. On-road adds roughly 10-15% by state.

What mileage do the Scorpio N's engines claim?

12.17 kmpl for the 2.0 turbo-petrol and 15.94 kmpl for the 2.2 diesel — the diesel sits about 6% above the segment median, the petrol pays for its 203 PS at the pump.

Is the Scorpio N petrol seriously quick?

On paper it is the muscle of the class: 203 PS and 370 Nm — the same torque figure as many larger diesels — driving a seven-seater from ₹13.49 lakh. No direct rival matches its 15 PS-per-lakh ratio.

Why is the diesel less powerful than the petrol?

Our data lists the mHawk diesel at 132 PS / 300 Nm versus the petrol's 203 PS / 370 Nm — the diesel is tuned for economy and durability rather than pace, which its 15.94 kmpl claim reflects.

How practical is the Scorpio N's boot?

460 litres — usable for weekend family luggage, but the Tata Safari's 680 litres is the benchmark at this price if cargo is your priority.

Does the Scorpio N offer ADAS and a sunroof?

Yes — ADAS features, a single-pane sunroof, LED headlamps and both semi and full digital clusters appear across the range. Match the variant table to your shortlist before booking.

Scorpio N or Safari for a big family?

Safari for boot space (680 vs 460 litres), kit like the panoramic roof, and a softer character; Scorpio N for outright power, a 15.94 kmpl diesel claim, and stronger road presence. Both seat seven from nearly identical ₹13.4-13.5 lakh starts.

What should a used-Scorpio N buyer verify?

The exact engine-gearbox combination against the VIN (four exist), RC and hypothecation status, and pending challans — all checkable through GaadiInfo — plus service history for the turbo-petrol especially.