Mahindra Scorpio-N

The Mahindra Scorpio-N is a mid-size SUV manufactured by Mahindra & Mahindra since 2022. It is the third generation of the Mahindra Scorpio line and was launched in India on 27 June 2022. The model was developed as a complete redesign with a new chassis, powertrains, and safety systems.
The Scorpio-N is built on Mahindra's third-generation ladder-frame platform and continues to use a body-on-frame construction. It was developed by the Mahindra India Design Studio in Mumbai in collaboration with Pininfarina, Mahindra Research Valley, and the Mahindra North American Technical Centre.

Overview

The Scorpio-N replaced the second-generation Scorpio in most markets, while the previous version continues as the Scorpio Classic. It was designed to combine off-road capability with improved comfort and on-road performance. Production takes place at Mahindra's Nashik plant in Maharashtra, India.
The vehicle is available in multiple seating configurations and drive layouts, including rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive. It is positioned between the Mahindra Scorpio and the Mahindra XUV700 in Mahindra's SUV range.

Design

Exterior

The Scorpio-N retains a tall SUV stance with an upright profile. Design features include a six-slat front grille with the Twin Peaks logo, LED projector headlamps, daytime running lights, and vertically stacked LED tail lamps. Alloy wheels of 17 or 18 inches are available depending on variant.

Specification	Measurement
Length	4,662 mm
Width	1,917 mm
Height	1,857–1,870 mm
Wheelbase	2,750 mm
Ground clearance	Approx. 200 mm

Interior

The cabin uses a black-and-brown colour theme with fabric or leatherette upholstery depending on variant. The dashboard incorporates soft-touch materials and metallic accents. Seating options include six-seat and seven-seat configurations.

Powertrain

The Scorpio-N is available with petrol and diesel engines shared with other Mahindra SUVs.

Engine	Displacement	Power	Torque	Transmission	Drive type
mStallion turbo-petrol	2.0 L	200 hp	370–380 Nm	6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic	RWD
mHawk turbo-diesel	2.2 L	130 hp	300 Nm	6-speed manual	RWD
mHawk turbo-diesel	2.2 L	172 hp	370 Nm / 400 Nm	6-speed manual or automatic	RWD / 4WD

The four-wheel-drive system, branded 4XPLOR, includes a low-range gearbox, hill-descent and hill-hold control, and selectable terrain modes.

Safety

Global NCAP

In December 2022, the Scorpio-N received a five-star rating for adult occupant protection and a three-star rating for child occupant protection from the Global NCAP under its revised crash-test protocol.

Standard safety equipment

All variants include anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, dual front airbags, hill-start and hill-descent assist, ISOFIX child-seat mounts and a rear-view camera. Higher trims add side and curtain airbags, a tyre-pressure monitoring system, and a 360-degree camera.

Advanced driver assistance

In 2025, the top Z8L variant introduced Level 2 driver-assistance features, including forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, and lane-keeping assistance.

Technology

The Scorpio-N uses Mahindra's AdrenoX connected-vehicle platform offering remote lock/unlock, engine start, and over-the-air software updates. Features include a touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, voice assistance through Alexa, wireless phone charging, and a multi-speaker audio system.

Variants

The Scorpio-N is sold in several trim levels designated Z2, Z4, Z6, Z8 S, Z8, and Z8 L. Equipment varies by variant, ranging from basic two-airbag models to versions with a sunroof, advanced driver aids, and four-wheel drive. Pricing varies by model year and market conditions.

Market and production

The model is assembled in Maharashtra for domestic sale and export to markets such as South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. In India, the Scorpio-N has become one of Mahindra's volume SUVs, produced alongside the Scorpio Classic.

Reception

Automotive publications have noted that the Scorpio-N improves on its predecessor in ride comfort, build quality, and safety. Reviews also observed that the third-row seating remains limited for adults and that four-wheel drive is not available with the petrol engine.

Competitors

The Scorpio-N competes in India with models such as the Tata Safari (2021), MG Hector Plus, Hyundai Alcazar, and Toyota Fortuner.

Awards and recognition

5-Star Global NCAP Safety Rating Autocar India SUV of the Year TopGear India Best Family SUV