Mahindra began the bookings for the Scorpio N on July 30 and more than 1 lakh bookings were made in only 30 minutes. The brand will commence deliveries from 26 September onwards. Many prospective buyers might not have made it to the first 1 lakh bookings for the Scorpio N. In this article, we'll have a look over the Mahindra Scorpio N alternatives one can choose if they missed booking the Scorpio N.
Starting at Rs. 11.99 lakh (ex-showroom), the Mahindra Scorpio N has a top price of 23.90 lakh (ex-showroom). For the potential SUV buyers, many other automakers are also offering feature-rich SUVs at this price tier.
Mahindra XUV 700
Mahindra released the XUV 700 last year, and it quickly rose to become one of the most well-liked SUVs in India. The XUV 700 has a tonne of amenities, including excellent safety measures like ADAS. It has two engine choices, a 2.0-liter petrol engine and a 2.0-liter diesel engine. The XUV700 is priced between Rs. 13.18 lakh to Rs. 24.58 lakh (ex-showroom).
Hyundai Creta
One of the most popular mid-size SUVs on the Indian market is the Hyundai Creta. It has three engine choices and a tonne of features. It has a 1.5-liter petrol engine, as well as a 1.4-liter turbo-petrol engine and a 1.5-liter diesel engine. The 1.4-liter turbocharged petrol engine has a 7-speed DCT gearbox, the 1.5-liter petrol engine has a 6-speed manual IVT transmission, and the diesel engine has both a 6-speed manual and automatic transmission. The Hyundai Creta is priced from Rs. 10.44 lakh to Rs. 18.18 lakh (ex-showroom).
Kia Seltos
Another South-Korean manufacturer in the Indian market with a capable mid-size SUV is Kia. The Kia Seltos is based on the similar platform as the Creta. It is available with both diesel and petrol engines. The diesel engine is a 1.5-liter engine, and the petrol engines are a 1.5-liter NA engine and 1.4-litre turbocharged engine. The Creta's power and torque delivery statistics apply. Price for the little SUV begins at Rs. 10.19 lakh (ex-showroom). The most expensive model costs Rs 18.45 lakh (ex-showroom).
Skoda Kushaq
For the Czech manufacturer in India, the Skoda Kushaq has proven to be a successful model. The Kushaq is a C-SUV that comes with a 1.5-liter and 1.0-liter turbocharged petrol engine options. The SUV boasts a muscular front fascia and comes with general needs of the average Indian customer. Starting at Rs. 11.29 lakh (ex-showroom) and the top model is priced at Rs. 19.49 lakh (ex-showroom).
Volkswagen Taigun
The VW Taigun is a wonderful alternative for those seeking for an SUV even though it may not appear to be a large SUV. It has a 1.0-liter and 1.5-liter petrol turbocharged engine. Like the Kushaq, the Taigun is built on the MQB-A0-IN platform. The cost of a Volkswagen Taigun in India is between Rs. 11.40 lakh to Rs. 18.60 lakh (ex-showroom).
Hyundai Alcazar
The Hyundai Alcazar borrows the front of its 5-seater sibling's design elements. A 1.5L turbo-diesel engine and a 2.0L naturally aspirated petrol engine are the two engine choices for the Hyundai Alcazar. Additionally, it has six and seven seat configurations. Similar to the Creta, the Alcazar has a tonne of characteristics. It has a starting price of Rs 15.89 and can cost as much as Rs 20.25 lakh (ex-showroom).
MG Hector & Hector Plus
In India, the MG Hector has proven to be a popular SUV. It comes in a 5-seat variant and if people want more space they can opt for Hector Plus which comes in 6 and 7 seats option. Both versions have a 2.0-liter diesel engine and a 1.5-liter turbo-petrol engine. The starting price of the MG Hector is Rs 14.15 lakh (ex-showroom), and the price of the SUV's top variant is Rs 20.32 lakh (ex-showroom). On the other hand, the Hector Plus starts at Rs 16.15 lakh (ex-showroom) and goes as high as Rs 20.65 lakh (ex-showroom).
Tata Harrier
Tata Harrier has established a solid presence for itself in the Indian SUV industry. It only has a 2.0-liter diesel engine and has a five-seat layout. The Harrier's 168 bhp of power and 350 Nm peak torque engine is one of the most potent in the market. The base model of the Harrier costs Rs 14.65 lakh (ex-showroom), while the top of the line variant costs Rs 21.95 lakh (ex-showroom).
Tata Safari
In 2021, Tata has brought the Safari brand back. In the segment, the Tata Harrier and Tata Safari both maintain the general appearance and design of the former. The Mahindra Scorpio N's direct competitor is the Safari. It is equipped with a potent 2-liter turbocharged diesel engine. The 4-cylinder engine has a maximum output of 168 bhp and a maximum torque of 350 Nm. Starting at Rs. 15.35 lakh (ex-showroom), it has a top price of Rs. 23.56 lakh (ex-showroom).
