Mahindra Scorpio Classic, Bolero Likely To Get A New Variant, More Seats

• Mahindra Scorpio Classic's new variant details leaked
• Will get a mid-S5 trim for a balanced package
• 7 and 9-seater options will be available
• Mahindra Bolero is to get a new variant too

Mahindra is finally ready to give its workhorse, the Mahindra Scorpio Classic a much need mid-level trim S5. This will sit in between the S1 and the S11 variants. This resulted from a really distant variant availability to the premium pricing of the S11 variant. This definitely hampered the growth of the Classic that it was enjoying earlier.

Mahindra Scorpio Classic New Variant

The Scorpio Classic S5 will be offered with three seating configurations  a 7-seater bench, a 7-seater with captains chairs, and a 9-seater w bench. The other variants currently get a choice of only two from the three options, depending on the variant. However, as per the reports, this is also going to change as the Classic S11 will now get a 9-seat configuration as well.

Powertrain

The mid-trim only offers some features and seating reconfiguration. This will continue with the same engine as before. It comes with the same Gen 2 mHawk, 2.2-litre turbo-diesel engine producing 132hp and 300Nm of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox and powers the rear wheels. The Scorpio Classic does not offer an automatic gearbox or 4x4 option.

Expected Price Mahindra Scorpio Classic

Currently, the Mahindra Scorpio Classic prices range between Rs 12.64 lakh-Rs 16.14 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). As it sits between the Classic S and Classic S11, Expect the new Classic S5 variant to be priced around Rs 14 lakh. You can take the Mahindra Scorpio home in about 5-6 months. Although the exact price will be known only after the official announcement.

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Bolero To Get A New Variant Too

Mahindras workhorse Bolero is also updated to comply with BS6 Phase 2 emission norms. Along with that, Mahindra inducted a new base-spec B2 variant for Bolero. It is overall a trimmed-down version, aimed at lowering the starting price of the UV. As of now, Bolero is available across three trim levels  B4, B6, and B6(O). Prices start at Rs 9.53 lakh.

Mahindra Bolero makes use of a 1.5-liter diesel motor churning out 75 hp and 210 Nm. It is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. Power and torque output figures will remain the same. The mechanicals is not going to change.

VERDICT- The Mahindra Scorpio in its current variant offering gave a very north-south-like option. You get an entry-level variant S1 and if not, you have to get the top-spec S11 trim. This never really made much sense. But this new speculated variant will be a more suitable choice. You will get a well-balanced proposition. Also, with the S11 touching the price points of Scorpio N, they both posed a challenge to each other as well. As for the Bolero, this is a welcome upgrade. The new variant will offer better flexibility and more value for your money. What do you think about these new variants? Do share your thoughts.