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Mahindra Scorpio Classic vs Tata Safari

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Mahindra Scorpio Classic or Tata Safari? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Scorpio Classic and Safari. Mahindra Scorpio Classic Price starts at Rs.12.98 Lakh (ex-showroom) for S mHawk 7 Seater Diesel MT and Tata Safari Price starts at Rs.13.29 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Smart TGDI Petrol. Mahindra Scorpio Classic is 4 cylinder, 2184 cc Engine can generate 130 bhp @ 3750 rpm power whereas Tata Safari is a 4 cylinder, 1498 cc Engine can generate 167.67 bhp @ 3750 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Scorpio Classic provides a mileage of 15 kmpl (base model), and Safari has a mileage of 16.3 kmpl (base model).

Scorpio Classic vs Safari

Key HighlightsMahindra Scorpio ClassicTata Safari
PriceRs.12.98 LakhRs.13.29 Lakh
Engine Capacity2184 cc1498 cc
Power130 bhp @ 3750 rpm167.67 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Mileage/Range15 kmpl16.3 kmpl
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Mahindra Scorpio Classic S mHawk 7 Seater Diesel MT car
S mHawk 7 Seater Diesel MT
Rs. 12.98 Lakh
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Tata Safari Smart TGDI Petrol car
Smart TGDI Petrol
Rs. 13.29 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
15.36 Lakh
Price Breakup
15.48 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
User Rating
4.1
4.3
Boot Space (Litres)
460 Litres
420 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
2184 cc
1498 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
130 bhp @ 3750 rpm
167.67 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Colors
Images
Scorpio Classic Images
Scorpio Classic Images
Scorpio Classic Images
Safari Images
Safari Images
Safari Images
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Double Wish-bone Type & Independent Front Coil Spring
Independent Lower Wishbone McPherson Strut with Coil Spring Anti-Roll Bar
Rear Suspension
Mulit-link Coil Spring Suspension with Anti-Roll Bar
Semi Independent Twist Blade with Panhard Rod & Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Disc
Spare Wheel
{215/65 R17}& Steel Rim
No& With Puncture Kit
Front Tyre Size
235/65 R17
235/65 R17
Rear Tyre Size
235/65 R17
235/65 R17
Turning Radius
5.4 meters
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Wheels Size
R17
R17
Wheels Type
Steel Rims
Alloy Wheels

Exterior

Power Windows
Front & Rear
Rear Wiper
Rear Defogger
Daytime Running Lights
check
Automatic Headlamps
check
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Outside door handles
Body Colored
Chrome
Bumpers
Body Coloured
Body Coloured
Antenna
Roof Mounted
Rear Spoiler
Body Coloured Roof Mounted
Body Coloured Roof Mounted
Roof Rails
Silver Finish
Black
Bonnet
Manual Lift
Manual Lift
Outside Mirrors
Manually Adjustable
Manually Adjustable
Tail Gate
Manual Operation
Powered With Gesture Control
Outside Rear View Mirrors
Body Coloured
Black

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
check
check
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
check
check
Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
check
-
Shift Indicator
Tachometer
-
Digital
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Odometer
Analogue
Digital

Infotainment & Communication

Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
Multifunction Display
check
Bluetooth Compatibility
Gesture Control
-
Integrated Music System
Standard Company Fitted
AM/FM Radio
Wireless Charger
Front tweeters
Android Auto and Apple Carplay

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/100000 kms
3 Years/100000 Kms
Extended Warranty
Upto 5 Years/150000 Kms
5 Years/125000 Kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
2184 cc
1498 cc
Engine Type
2.2 L mHawk
HYPERION 1.5L TURBO GDI PETROL
No. of Cylinders
4
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
6
6
Power
130 bhp @ 3750 rpm
167.67 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Torque
300 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm
350 Nm @ 1750 - 2500 rpm
Drivetrain
RWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
15 kmpl
16.3 kmpl
Top Speed
165 kmph
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Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger
check
check
Compression Ratio
16.6:1
17.2:1

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
Ventilated Seats Type
AC
check
check
Rear AC Vents
check
check
Automatic climate control
check
Heater
check
check
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
check
Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
Power Steering
check
check
Multifunction Steering Wheel
check
Leather streering wheels
Keyless Entry
Parking Assist
check
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Rear Only

Safety

Airbags
2
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
-
check
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
check
check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
check
check
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
-
check
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
check
ASR / Traction Control
-
check
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
check
check
Seat Belt Warning
check
check
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
check
Rear Middle Head Rest
Hill Assist
check
check

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
4456 mm
4668 mm
Width
1820 mm
1922 mm
Height
1995 mm
1795 mm
Wheelbase
2680 mm
2741 mm
Ground Clearance
209 mm
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No. of Seats
7
7
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 Litres
50 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
6 Litres
-
Boot Space
460 Litres
420 Litres
Kerb Weight
1950 kg
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Body Type
SUV
SUV

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Rugged stance and bulky build gives it a solid road presence
  • Ladder on frame chassis gives it ability to handle rural roads and hard terrains with ease
  • One of the most affordable 7-seater SUV available in the Indian market
  • Multiple seating options offers better practicality
  • The ride quality is now improved with updated suspension setup
  • The driveability has been improved with cable-operated manual transmission
  • More refined as compared to the previous generation
  • 14% More fuel efficient than the previous generation Scorpio
  • More modern looks with the new LED DRLs and other design changes with the facelift
  • It now offers more features such as 12-inch infotainment, dual-zone climate control, surround-view camera, and more
  • The safety features have been increased with ADAS level 2. The car now has up to 7 airbags and a 5-star GNCAP safety rating, among other improvements.
  • The inclusion of electric power steering improved the ride quality and handling.
  • The automatic transmission now comes with an e-Shifter to ensure smooth gearshifts
  • Big design gives a solid road presence
  • The Safari is the only SUV in the segment to offer rear-seat ventilation
  • Tata Safari now comes with a good level of NVH
Cons
  • No value for money on offer only S & S11 variants are available
  • The base S variant misses on most of the features such as rear wiper, wheel covers, remote central locking and more
  • The S11 variant fails to justify the premium price tag as it misses on features such as Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, electrically folding ORVMs and more
  • Only a single diesel engine is available
  • No 4X4 hardware and automatic transmission on offer
  • The pricing overlaps with the Scorpio N SUV
  • Third row feels cramped, the space management inside the cabin could’ve been better
  • The only available powertrain is diesel; there is no petrol or turbo-petrol engine.
  • The Safari does not come with a 4WD drivetrain while some competitors offer 4WD as an option
  • Occasionally, the infotainment software exhibits lag and may cease functioning
  • The dimensions remain mostly unchanged from the pre-facelift model. This leads to a cramped feel in the last row.
  • Tata's after-sales support falls short of expectations
  • The top models seem overpriced, reaching an on-road price approaching Rs 30 lakh
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Detailed Comparison of Mahindra Scorpio Classic and Tata Safari

Safety

Scorpio Classic comes loaded with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Child Safety Lock. Safari has 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, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Engine Immobiliser, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock.

Body

Scorpio Classic has doors and seats. It is an with 460 Litres boot space, 60 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 209 mm. It is 1820 mm wide, 1995 mm high and 4456 mm long. It has 1950 kg kerb weight and 2680 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Safari is an with doors and seats ,50 Litres fuel tank capacity, 420 Litres boot space, It has 1795 mm height, 4668 mm length, 1922 mm width, .

Transmission

Mahindra Scorpio Classic comes with RWD and 6 Manual transmission. And Safari comes with FWD and 6 Manual transmission.

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Mahindra Scorpio Classic and Tata Safari Owner Reviews

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    • RR
      ROHIT RAJAK
      25 Jan 2026
      4.0
      The car is very good, with an excellent profile and strong performance. It is good-looking, powerful, and gives a confident driving feel. The car looks especially beautiful in black, which enhances its overall style and presence.
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      Dileep Kumar
      24 Jan 2026
      5.0
      This is my dream car and a source of great happiness for me. It is very powerful and comes with an excellent safety rating. The lighting is one of the most important and impressive features of the vehicle. Overall, it is a very smart car, and I am proud to own it.
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      Ritesh chaurasiya
      1 Month ago
      4.8
      Ye meri first car hogi personal number ke saath. Mujhe ye car bahut pasand hai. Humein bas yehi car chahiye, aur koi gaadi nahi chahiye.
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    • KM
      Kulwinder Maan
      2 Month ago
      3.7
      The car looks excellent, and its maintenance cost is quite low. Its design feels very premium, and I like it a lot. It’s a cool car, and I love it. Mahindra is the best—I truly like this vehicle.
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      ?? ???? ???
      2 Month ago
      4.5
      This vehicle has a very powerful engine and a beautiful, muscular design. The mileage is also impressive. It is my top choice for an SUV, offering the best value under its price range. Truly a childhood dream come true—thank you.
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