Mahindra Scorpio facelift launched in India with a powerful engine on offer on the top two variants while rest continue to offer lower outputs
Mahindra & Mahindra launched the Scorpio in 2002. Since then it went on to become one of the most popular SUV amongst the customers in India. Now Mahindra is working on a facelift of its prominent Scorpio SUV. It isn’t an all-new Scorpio but now comes with more features, more space, upgraded design at the front and more powerful drivetrain. Let’s look at the details as it has been launched. Prices start at Rs. 9.97 Lakhs
There aren’t too many changes to the design of the Mahindra Scorpio Facelift fascia. However, there are revised headlamp styling, redesigned fog lamps on the newly constructed bumper and minor changes at the rear with changes in the design of the tail lamp. The new grille makes it stand out even more. New premium Pearl White (Only on S11), Diamond White (Except S11), Napoli Black, D Sat Silver and Molten Red.
The side profile of the new Mahindra Scorpio Facelift hasn’t changed except for the alloy wheel design. The current model is 4,456 mm long, 1,820 mm wide, 1,995 mm high and has a wheelbase of 2,680 mm. Talking about the interiors the all new Mahindra Scorpio will feature overhaul seat upholstery, new interior colour combinations, and a refurbished 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system AVN with Android Auto and Apple Car Play.
Premium Interiors with convenience Features listed below:
New plush faux leather seats with faux leather wrapped steering wheel and gear lever
New roof mounted sunglass holder
New mobile holder slot and bigger cubbyholes
Features
New reverse parking camera with dynamic assist
New 1-touch lane change indicator
New auto window roll-up
Projector headlamps with static bending technology and LED eyebrows
15cms (6”) touch screen infotainment with Bluetooth/ CD/ DVD/ USB/ Aux
GPS navigation in 10 languages
Driver information system
Steering mounted audio & cruise controls
Cushion suspension & anti-roll technology
Shift-on-the-fly 4WD system
Intellipark
Electrically adjustable ORVMs
Tyre-tronics
Micro hybrid technology
Rain & light sensors
Gear shift indicator
Voice assist system
Safety Features
ABS
Dual Airbags (Passenger + Driver)
Panic brake indication
Collapsible steering column & side intrusion beams
Engine immobilizer
Anti-theft warning
Seat belt reminder lamp
Speed alert
Auto door lock while driving
The Mahindra Scorpio facelift could also get a 2.2-litre petrol engine which is being made ready for the launch at a later stage. The new Intelli-hybrid system will be an advanced version of the micro-hybrid. The battery size is now bigger and there will even be regenerative braking on the new Scorpio.
The diesel engine produces more power than the current 120 bhp and it will and come with a five-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic transmission. Mahindra Scorpio Facelift now makes 140 BHP and 320 Nm. The Scorpio will be available in 6 variants, namely, S3, S5, S7 (120 bhp), S7 (140 bhp), S11 (140 bhp) & S11 (140 bhp with 4WD). It is being offered in 7,8 & 9 seating configurations
