Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd unveiled their much-awaited SUV, the all-new Scorpio-N in South Africa. The newcomer boasts combining performance, technology, capability, and innovation.
It also packs an immersive, cutting-edge driving experience while keeping alive the rich legacy of Mahindra’s Authentic SUV DNA.
Designed to redefine the D-segment SUV category with its dominating presence and head-turning design, the all-new Scorpio-N has an everlasting driving position and well-appointed interior mated to high performance and adventure capabilities for a thrilling driving experience.
Following its local reveal, the Scorpio-N will embark on a comprehensive local testing programme, before coming to showroom floors in 2023.
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About the Scorpio-N
It’s bigger, bolder, more powerful, sophisticated, and laden with safety and technology. The Scorpio-N nomenclature was carefully chosen to represent the fact that it raises the game to the power of N.
Its thrilling performance
Built on Mahindra’s new third-generation body-on-frame platform, the Scorpio-N boasts class-leading structural rigidity, off-road capability, and exemplary on-road manners.
It is powered by a TGDi mStallion (Petrol) engine with 149.14 kW (200 PS) of power and 380 Nm of torque, and mHawk (Diesel) engine with 128.6kW (175PS) of power and 400 Nm torque. Both are offered in a 6-speed Manual and Automatic Transmissions, and 4X4 as an option.
Unmissable presence
The Scorpio-N takes forward the machismo factor to a whole new level. Its signature wheel arches have been made even more muscular. A metallic Scorpio tail element is seamlessly integrated into the beltline, swinging all the way to the top of the window, giving the Scorpio-N more of a sting.
The commanding nature of design effortlessly translates into the front as well. The Scorpio character is omnipresent as the tall, stacked taillamp design creates a commanding stand on the rear, as in the front.
Sophisticated Ride and Handling
The All-New Scorpio-N uses the most sophisticated technologies available to offer benchmark driving dynamics. The latest generation body-on-frame structure has been optimized to offer remarkable levels of dynamic competencies and assured handling capabilities. The penta-link rear suspension features the segment-first watts link mechanism to offer a confident ride and handling attributes.
The steering setup is remarkably smooth and responsive for a vehicle in its category, and All Four Disc brakes ensure an exhilarating yet safe drive.
‘Go Anywhere’ Capability
The All-New Scorpio-N is designed to rule all terrains thrown its way with the 4XPLOR, first-in-class intelligent terrain management technology.
With a mere touch, the electric shift-on-the-fly 4Wheel Drive System transforms the Scorpio-N from 2WD mode into an all-conquering, capable 4WD beast.
The Scorpio-N also gets three drive modes to match the driver’s mood: Zip, Zap and Zoom. Zip for smooth riding especially through traffic, Zap for true Mahindra SUV performance and, Zoom to amp it up for a more engaging and exhilarating ride-quality.
Bristling with Tech
The All-New Scorpio-N scores high on technology, offering an unmatched value proposition for urban and tech-savvy customers looking for engaging with their SUV to the next level. It also has an advanced infotainment system and more.
The All-New Scorpio-N has the lowest CO2 emission in its segment. This has been achieved through competent engineering and product development right from the outset. M&M has consciously adopted several environment-friendly manufacturing processes under Mahindra’s goal of moving towards carbon neutrality.
