Tata Safari vs Mahindra Scorpio Classic: The Two OG SUVs of India compared insightfully, Read before you buy

Tata Safari vs Mahindra Scorpio Classic: Today we will compare two of the best-known SUVs of India. The Tata Safari and the Mahindra Scorpio have been in the market for a very long time and have been updated several times. In this article, we will compare and make it easier for you to choose between them.

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Tata Safari vs Mahindra Scorpio Classic

Engine details

The same 2-litre diesel engine (170PS/350Nm) used in the Harrier is responsible for powering the SUV. An automatic or manual six-speed transmission is available to go with this engine.

A 2.2-liter diesel engine with 132 horsepower and 300 Nm of peak torque powers the Scorpio Classic. The SUV is only offered with a 6-speed manual gearbox; the Scorpio N also offers an automatic gearbox and a 4×4 option. With 9,617 units sold in April 2023, the Scorpio series, which includes the Scorpio N, was the top seller in the Mahindra lineup, outpacing even the Bolero, Thar, and XUV700.

Features

The Safari has a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 7-inch digital driver’s display, a 9-speaker sound system, a wireless phone charger, an air purifier, and a panoramic sunroof. Additionally, it has a four-way power-adjustable co-driver seat with boss mode, cruise control, and auto air conditioning. The driver seat has a six-way power adjustment with memory and welcome function. The six-seater top model has front and back ventilated seats available.

A 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth and AUX connectivity as well as projector headlights with LED DRLs are features included in the Scorpio Classic. The SUV also has automatic climate control and cruise control.

Price in India

In India, the Tata Safari costs between Rs. 15.45 Lakh and Rs. 23.00 Lakh. Tata Safari models range in price from 15.45 lakh (XE MT) to 23.00 lakh (XZA+6S Dark AT).

Prices for the Scorpio Classic start at Rs 12.99 lakh for the base S variant and go up to Rs 16.81 lakh for the top-spec S11 model. The Scorpio S has a 7- and 9-seater option, while the S11 is only available as a 7-seater. Both variations offer a choice of seating options. However, the S11 trim offers captain seats as an option while the S trim only offers side-facing chairs. There have been rumours that Mahindra may introduce a new mid-spec model this year under the name S5.

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