Land Rover Defender vs Mahindra Scorpio Classic
Defender vs Scorpio Classic
Key Highlights | Land Rover Defender | Mahindra Scorpio Classic |
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Price | Rs.1.04 Cr | Rs.13.77 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 4997 cc | 2184 cc |
Power | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm | 130 bhp @ 3750 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 14 kmpl | 15 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
Defender specifications | Scorpio Classic specifications | |
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On Road Price | 1.23 Cr Price Breakup | 16.37 Lakh Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
User Rating | 4.2 | 4.1 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 397 Litres | 460 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Engine Displacement | 4997 cc | 2184 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm | 130 bhp @ 3750 rpm |
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Exterior
Defender Exterior | Scorpio Classic Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | Panoramic | - |
Sunroof | Yes | No |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Electrically Adjustable & Retractable | Yes |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | No |
Rear Wiper | Yes | No |
Rear Defogger | Yes | No |
Bootlid Opener | Yes | Yes |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | No |
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | No |
LED headlight | Yes | No |
Projector headlight | - | No |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | No |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | No |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Defender Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Scorpio Classic Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Double Wishbones Coil Suspension | Double Wish-bone Type& Independent Front Coil Spring |
Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Mulit-link Coil Spring Suspension with Anti-Roll Bar |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Drum |
Wheels | Alloy | Steel |
Spare Wheel | Alloy | Steel |
Front Tyre Size | 255/60 R20 | 235/65 R17 |
Rear Tyre Size | 255/60 R20 | 235/65 R17 |
Turning Radius | 5.65 meters | 5.4 meters |
Tyre Size Spare | 255/65 R19 | 235/65 R17 |
Wheels Size | R20 | R17 |
Instrumentation
Defender Instrumentation | Scorpio Classic Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | No |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital |
Gear Indicator | - | No |
Shift Indicator | Yes | No |
Tachometer | Digital | Yes |
Speedometer | Digital | Analogue |
Odometer | Digital | Analogue |
Avg fuel economy display | - | No |
Infotainment & Communication
Defender Infotainment & Communication | Scorpio Classic Infotainment & Communication | |
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Apple CarPlay | Yes | No |
Android Auto | Yes | No |
Voice Command | Yes | No |
Infotainment Screen | Yes | No |
Multifunction Display | Yes | No |
Touchscreen Size | 11.4 inches | 9 inches |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | No |
Gesture Control | No | - |
Integrated Music System | Yes | No |
Speakers | 6+ | - |
AM/FM Radio | Yes | No |
USB Compatibility | Yes | No |
Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Warranty
Defender Warranty | Scorpio Classic Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years/100000 Kms | 3 Years/100000 kms |
Extended Warranty | 10 Years/100000 kms | Upto 5 Years/150000 Kms |
Engine & Transmission
Defender Engine & Transmission | Scorpio Classic Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 4997 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Type | 2.0 Litre P300 Petrol Engine | 2.2 L mHawk |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Cylinder Configuration | No | - |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Gears | 8 | 6 |
Power | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm | 130 bhp @ 3750 rpm |
Torque | 400 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm | 300 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm |
Fast Charging | No | - |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 14 kmpl | 15 kmpl |
Top Speed | 191 kmph | 165 kmph |
Emission Norm | BS VI | BS6 Phase 2 |
Comfort & Convenience
Defender Comfort & Convenience | Scorpio Classic Comfort & Convenience | |
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Ventilated Seats | Yes | No |
Ventilated Seats Type | Heated and cooled | - |
AC | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
Automatic climate control | Yes | No |
Heater | Yes | Yes |
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors | Yes | Yes |
Cruise Control | Yes | No |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | No |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable steering | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | No |
Leather streering wheels | Yes | No |
Drive Modes | - | 3 |
Keyless Entry | Yes | No |
Safety
Defender Safety | Scorpio Classic Safety | |
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NCAP Rating | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) | - |
Airbags | 6 | 2 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | No |
Overspeed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph | Yes |
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Yes | Yes |
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) | Yes | No |
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist) | Yes | No |
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | No |
ASR / Traction Control | Yes | No |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | No |
Lane Departure Warning | No | No |
Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | No |
Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | Yes | No |
Rear Middle Head Rest | Yes | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
Defender Dimensions & Capacity | Scorpio Classic Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 5018 mm | 4456 mm |
Width | 2105 mm | 1820 mm |
Height | 1967 mm | 1995 mm |
Wheelbase | 3022 mm | 2680 mm |
Ground Clearance | 218 mm | 209 mm |
No. of Seats | 6 | 7 |
No. of Doors | 4 | 5 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 Litres | 60 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 7 Litres | 6 Litres |
Boot Space | 397 Litres | 460 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 2158 kg | 1950 kg |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Land Rover Defender and Mahindra Scorpio Classic
Safety
Defender comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, ADAS. Scorpio Classic has Overspeed Warning, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), Seat Belt Warning, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror.
Body
Defender has doors and seats. It is an with 397 Litres boot space, 89 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 218 mm. It is 2105 mm wide, 1967 mm high and 5018 mm long. It has 2158 kg kerb weight and 3022 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Scorpio Classic is an with doors and seats ,60 Litres fuel tank capacity, 460 Litres boot space, 209 mm ground clearance.It has 1995 mm height, 4456 mm length, 1820 mm width, and 1950 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
Land Rover Defender comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission. And Scorpio Classic comes with RWD and 6 Manual transmission.