Introduction
The Mahindra Scorpio-N is now a one-of-a-kind vehicle in the Indian SUV segment, and is the perfect car for a wide variety of buyers. It may be because of a plethora of different reasons, including its bold appearance, aggressive design, powerful road presence, variety of engine and drivetrain choices, or its overall driving ability.
Therefore, if you are looking for a 4×4 on which you can take your off-roading excursions or a decent city SUV with plenty of sophisticated equipment, there is a Scorpio-N model for your requirement.
The Mahindra Scorpio N comes with seven base trims, i.e., Z2 E, Z4 E, Z6 Diesel, Z8 Select, Z8, Z8 T, and Z8 L. All these trims together include a sum of 47 different variants depending on different features in all of them. They are divided according to the different types of:
- Petrol/diesel engines
- Transmissions (automatic/manual)
- Drivetrain (2WD/4WD)
- Seating (particularly for Z8 L)
It may be difficult to choose one variant that’s right for you when there are so many to choose from, so here, I’ve made a list of the primary specs and features of each base model to help you with your decision.
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1. Z2 (Petrol and Diesel, MT)
Specifications:
- Engine:
- Petrol: 1.997L, 4-cyl turbo
- Diesel: 2.198L, 4-cyl turbo
- Power:
- Petrol: ~200hp
- Diesel: 130hp (lower state of tune)
- Torque:
- Petrol: ~370Nm
- Diesel: ~300Nm (lower tune)
- Transmission: 6-speed Manual
- Drivetrain: 2WD
- Mileage: 12.17kmpl (Petrol), 15.94kmpl (Diesel)
- Seating: 7-seater
- Boot Space: 460L
- Fuel Tank: 57L
Key Features:
- 8″ touchscreen infotainment system
- Manual air conditioning
- Dual airbags (Driver + passenger)
- Electric power steering
- Steel wheels
- Central locking
- All basic tech/safety, with focus on affordability
2. Z4 (Petrol and Diesel, MT & AT)
Specifications:
- Engine: Same as Z2 but higher diesel state of tune (~172hp/400Nm for some trims)
- Transmission: 6-speed Manual & Automatic
- Drivetrain: 2WD (4WD available on Z4 Diesel E)
- Mileage: Similar to Z2
- Seating: 7-seater
Key Features:
- 8″ touchscreen with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Four airbags (front, side)
- Alloy wheels
- Rear wiper, washer, and defogger
- Height-adjustable driver seat
3. Z6 (Diesel only, MT & AT)
Specifications:
- Engine: 2.198L Diesel, 172hp/400Nm
- Transmission: 6-speed Manual & Automatic
- Drivetrain: 2WD
- Mileage: 15.42kmpl (Diesel)
- Seating: 7-seater
Key Features:
- Electric sunroof
- Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Six airbags
- Ventilated front seats
- Push button start
- Cruise control
- 7-inch digital instrument cluster
- Rear camera
- Enhanced sound system.
4. Z8 Select (Petrol/Diesel, MT & AT, 2WD & 4WD)
Specifications:
- Engine: 1.997 L Petrol or 2.198 L Diesel (172 hp/400 Nm)
- Transmission: 6-speed Manual & Automatic
- Drivetrain: 2WD & 4WD (Diesel E)
- 8″ touch system, 6-airbags standard.
Key Features:
- 8″ touchscreen with enhanced audio
- Six airbags
- Alloy wheels
- LED projector headlights
- Chrome exterior trim highlights
- Rear camera.
5. Z8 (Petrol and Diesel, MT & AT, 2WD & 4WD)
Specifications:
- Engine: Petrol (1.997L, turbo ~200hp), Diesel (2.198L, 172hp)
- Transmission: 6-speed MT/AT
- Drivetrain: 2WD or 4WD
Key Features:
- 10.25″ HD touchscreen infotainment system
- Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS)
- Panoramic sunroof
- Six airbags
- Leatherette interiors
- 18″ alloy wheels
- Dual-zone climate control
- 12-speaker Sony sound system
- Wireless device charging.
6. Z8 T (Petrol and Diesel, MT & AT, 4WD Focused)
Specifications
- Engine & Transmission: Same as Z8
- Drivetrain: 4WD standard on Diesel; 2WD on Petrol
- Terrain: 4XPLOR management with Sand, Mud, Snow, and Normal modes
Key Features
- 10.25″ touchscreen
- Terrain Modes: Sand, Mud, Snow, Normal
- Shift-on-the-fly 4WD system
- Mechanical differential lock
- 500mm water wading capacity
- All Z8 features retained.
7. Z8 L (Petrol and Diesel, MT & AT, 2WD & 4WD, 6/7 Seater with captain seat option)
Specifications
- Top engine specs (Petrol: 1.997L/200hp; Diesel: 2.198L/172hp)
- 6-speed MT/AT, 2WD or 4WD
- 6- or 7-seater options
- Premium interiors and all comfort features
Key Features
- Captain seat (6-seater) or bench (7-seater)
- Panoramic sunroof
- Exclusive interior colour theme
- Ventilated front/rear seats
- 12-speaker Sony 3D audio
- Wireless device charging
- Level-2 ADAS suite
- Surround view camera
- Front & rear parking sensors
- Electric driver seat (6-way)
- Powered tailgate
- Highest level of connected tech (remote engine start, climate, etc.)
- Electronic parking brake.
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Conclusion
All things considered, the Mahindra Scorpio N is a car that caters to all sorts of drivers regardless of your preferences for value, advanced technology, luxurious comfort, or off-road ability. There is something here for every type of person.
So to summarise, the Z2 and Z4 trims are perfect for those who are on a budget. The Z6 is a good option for those seeking high performance and more features. Now, if you want a more sophisticated infotainment and advanced security, the Z8 and Z8T are the perfect options. Finally, the Z8L is the best option for those who desire a richer experience with thoughtful amenities.
Your individual preferences for specific features and your future driving habits will ultimately decide which variant is ideal for you.
