Mahindra Scorpio N Key Features: Terrain Management To Ventilated Seats

Mahindra Scorpio N, the "Big Daddy of SUVs," as the automaker claims, is a premium version of the regular Scorpio, which feels luxurious inside out. Indians are head over heels for this SUV, and the sales chart shows it. Even with a price tag of Rs 20 lakh and above, at least 15,000 units are sold every month. Credit goes to its road presence, impressive interior, ability to go anywhere, and its array of features.

So, if you've also made up your mind about the Scorpio N, I'm going to tell you about its key features. I hope this helps strengthen your opinion about this vehicle. Let's start, and for more auto updates, do join 91Wheels WhatsApp community to never miss out on auto updates.

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4XPLOR Terrain Management

This terrain management system starts from the Z8 variant onwards with diesel model, and it intelligently controls traction on different terrains. Additionally, there are four modes: Snow, Sand, Mud, and Normal, along with 4 Low and 4 High gears. People who are fond of off-roading will be able to explore the unexplored with the help of these terrain modes, making off-roading a cakewalk.

Variants Available:

This feature starts from the Z8 variant and goes up to the Z8L, but is only available with the diesel 4WD setup.

Competitors With Same Feature:

• Mahindra XUV700 - Another SUV by the same brand offers an AWD setup, but only with the topmost trim (AX7 L). However, it doesn't come with low gears or an electronic traction control mode, just a plain simple AWD setup. So, its off-roading capabilities are very minimal.
• Tata Safari - Multi-drive modes (Eco, City, and Sport) and terrain response modes (Normal, Rough, and Wet) start from the Pure+ variant, which is priced at Rs 19.04 lakh. However, this SUV is FWD and built on a monocoque chassis, so its a certified soft-roader.
• Mahindra Thar Roxx - This begins as a legit lifestyle vehicle; it is equipped with 4XPLOR (terrain modes) starting from the MX5 diesel 4WD variants, and costs Rs 19.39 lakh (ex-showroom).

10.24 Inch Infotainment Display

The most striking feature in the Scorpio N interior is the large 10.24-inch infotainment display centered between the vertical AC vents. This screen is similar to the one in the XUV700 and hosts almost all the same features. Additionally, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available. In terms of response, it is quick, responsive, and has a high resolution.

Variants Available:

All variants of the Scorpio N are equipped with an infotainment screen, but the 10.23-inch Adrenox infotainment screen starts only from the Z8S.

Competitors With Same Feature:

• Mahindra XUV700 - This SUV features a 10.25-inch infotainment screen and a 10.25-inch instrument cluster, starting from the AX5 Select (Rs 16.99 lakh). Even before that, all trims come with a smaller 8 -inch infotainment screen.
• Tata Safari - This flagship SUV by Tata offers two infotainment screen options: a 10.25-inch and a 12.25-inch. The 10.25-inch setup starts from the Pure Persona, priced at Rs 17.34 lakh (ex-showroom), while the larger 12.25-inch screen begins with the Accomplished variant at Rs 23.84 lakh (ex-showroom).
• Mahindra Thar Roxx - Thar Roxx all variants have a 10.24-inch touchscreen; the only difference is that the base one isn't HD, but all others are. So, at no level, would one feel that this SUV is low on features.

Leatherette Interiors

Step inside the Scorpio N and you're welcomed with a premium coffee brown leather interior that feels opulent. People who own the Scorpio Classic will be shocked to see how the new model has leveled up. The cabin is airy with large windows, and visibility is outstanding, with a king-like seating position. This interior truly justifies its price, and families will love to travel in it.

Variants Available:

From the Z8S variant, Mahindra inculcates rich-coffee black leatherette interiors, and it starts at Rs 17.57 lakh (ex-showroom).

Competitors With Same Feature:

• Mahindra XUV700 - From the AX7 variant, the XUV700 offers leather seats, a steering wheel, and a gear lever. The price of this trim starts at Rs 19.49 lakh (ex-showroom).
• Tata Safari - From the Adventure variants, leatherette upholstery starts, and the Persona costs Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom).
• Mahindra Thar Roxx - From the MX5 trim, leatherette upholstery and steering wheel start, while leatherette trims on the doors and IP are only available in the top-spec AX7L.

High On Saftey

Six airbags are standard, along with electronic stability control. In such a large vehicle, ESP is a must as it controls stability at high speeds and while cornering. Additionally, hill hold assist and hill descent control are standard on all variants, and an auto-dimming IRVM is reserved for the top-spec Z8 L. Regarding parking sensors, every model gets rear sensors, but the Z8 L also gets front sensors.

Competitors With Same Feature:

• Mahindra XUV700 - This car is also equipped with 6 airbags; however, there are 7 airbags on offer with the top-spec AX7 L variant, and the extra one is to protect the driver's knees.
• Tata Safari - Another SUV with 7 airbags on offer starts from the Accomplished variant, which is priced at Rs 23.84 lakh (ex-showroom).
• Mahindra Thar Roxx -Yes, 6 airbags and other safety features are also standard on the Thar Roxx.

Ventilated Seats in Mahindra Scorpio N

In a recent update, Mahindra has added the option for front ventilated seats in the top Z8 L variant, and their operation is executed via the touchscreen. This feature was missing earlier, and everyone complained about it, considering this is a very expensive SUV. Now, Mahindra has fulfilled the demand of customers.

Variants Available:

Only present in the Z8T and Z8L variant of Mahindra Scorpio N.

Competitors With Same Feature:

• Mahindra XUV700 - Only from the AX7L variant, the XUV700 gets front ventilated seats.
• Tata Safari - Starting from the Accomplished Persona, both front seats come with a ventilation function. Additionally, even the rear captain seats of the Safari feature this, making it a rare offering.
• Mahindra Thar Roxx - Only the top trim, AX7L, is equipped with this feature.

Thunderous Performance

The heart of this ladder-frame SUV is the same as the XUV700, featuring two turbocharged engines. The petrol engine is a 2.0 L unit producing 202 PS and 370 Nm of torque with a 6-speed manual transmission and 380 Nm with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

However, the 2.2 L diesel engine is offered with two different settings. The first one produces 174 PS and 370 Nm of torque with a 6-speed manual transmission and 400 Nm with a 6-speed automatic transmission. On the other hand, the second setting produces 131 PS and 300 Nm of torque with only a manual transmission.

Competitors With Same Feature:

• Mahindra XUV700 and Thar Roxx have the same engines and transmission on offer, as they are branches of the same tree. However, the Tata Safari only comes with a 2.0L diesel engine, which makes 170 PS and 350 Nm of torque, and this too is available with a 6-MT and 6-AT.

Features Missing In Mahindra Scorpio N

• Steering Adjustments - This SUV doesn't offer telescopic adjustment of the steering wheel, even in its top variant. The only thing it supports is tilt adjustment.
• AC Vents - The 3rd row, which isn't the most spacious and offers just enough space, doesn't have dedicated AC vents for passengers. So, in temperatures above 40 C, people will fight to avoid sitting there.
• No second-row Seat adjustability - The second-row seat in the Scorpio N cannot be reclined or slid for added comfort, which is a drawback, as it doesn't allow for more space in the 3rd row. This issue is also found in the XUV700.

Other key features of Mahindra Scoprio N are:

• Sunroof
• Sony 12 Speakers with dual channel Sub-woofer
• Wireless charger
• 2nd-row ac
• reverse camera
• 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels
• 6-way power driver seat
• Drive modes (Diesel) Zip, Zap, and Zoom