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Scorpio N vs Safari: Exterior, interior & driving experience compared

The black & brown cabin is a more practical option as compared to the beige or white upholstery in the Safari or XUV700.

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Tata Safari owner’s observations about Scorpio N

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I accompanied my brother-in-law and fellow BHPian Cool-Shine to check out the newly launched ScorpioN. He is seriously considering Scorpio N.

I own Tata Safari 2021, and these are my observations about the new Scorpio N, purely in comparison with Safari 2021.

We went to NBS showroom at Malad Link road. There were a couple of potential customers ahead of us. But within 10 -15 minutes, a demo car was made available to us. That was a top-end diesel automatic TWD.

The front is humongous. The bonnet is imposing even in comparison with the Safari. M&M, for a change, has not gone overboard with the design elements and that gives a mature look to the car. Somewhat similar to the Fortuner. They had demo cars in white and black shades. I particularly liked the white shade, which has shiny elements, giving a more premium feel to it.

The side profile is similar to the classic Scorpio.

The rear however looks abrupt and plain. The front two third looks much better than the last one third (which looks like a work in progress). I mean Safari looks elegant and proportionate, from whichever angle you look at it. But looks are purely a subjective parameter.

The black and brown cabin is a more practical option as compared to beige or white upholstery in Safari or XUV. Maintenance should be relatively easy. The cabin height is good.

However, I felt the driver bay was a bit cramped as compared to my Safari. A heavily built person may find it inadequate, especially the seat width. However, the knee room is good in front (unlike the Safari where the left knee constantly touches the central console). The dead pedal is adequate. A lot of soft-touch material on the dashboard.

The infotainment system is definitely a lot sleeker, as compared to the archaic one in Safari. Even though we could not check out all the functions in our ten-minute test drive, but the touch response was very good.

Middle-row seats are equally comfortable in both Safari and Scorpio N. Three average size adults can be easily accommodated in the middle row and leg room is more than adequate.

The third row of Scorpio N was universally panned by everyone, but I found that for short journeys, average size adults can definitely travel. However, absolutely no under-thigh support and minimal leg room will make it the least desired place in Scorpio N. The Safari scores over Scorpio N here, because of the sliding second row, making it more user-friendly.

The sliding second row and separate AC Blower make the third row of Safari a way better proposition than Scorpio N. Also beige interiors, panoramic sunroof make the cabin look more airy and refreshing in Safari.

Driving experience

The driving position is commanding. It offers a complete view of the bonnet. Push the Start button, slot it in D mode and wow. The car just blows you out. The instant power delivery brings a smile to your face.

Compared to the hydraulic steering of Safari, the electronic steering feels so easy to drive, especially at low speeds. It makes manoeuvering and turning a lot easier than Safari.

In a strictly ten minutes, 1.5 km test drive, I could not assess some critical details like highway manners, high-speed stability or brake adequacy. I felt the steering was too light in terms of feedback and sincerely hope that it weighs up proportionately at high speeds. The body roll is well contained in a BOF behemoth of this size, at least at lower speeds.

Scorpio N comes with Micro hybrid technology. So when you brake, the engine comes to a standstill and it restarts as soon as you touch the accelerator.

This feature is similar to the Auto hold function in Safari. But the only difference is, in Safari the auto hold puts the car in the idle position, rather than a complete standstill. But in bumper-to-bumper city traffic, repeated start-stop in Scorpio N will put more burden on the engine and will also reduce the FE considerably I feel.

We all know it’s negligible in both Safari and Scorpio N. However, the bench seat of Scorpio N doesn’t have a 50-50 split. Also when folded, it goes vertical, thereby reducing the boot space a bit more. The boot floor becomes uneven leaving a small trough in the floor, after the bench seat is folded. So loading and unloading the heavy bags will be a bit of a task here. In Safari, the third row folds completely flat (well almost). The side opening tailgate is definitely a lot easier as compared to Safari where the tailgate is heavy and the opening button is not easily accessible.

The build quality, the fit and finish of materials and finesse (or rather lack of it) are equally comparable in both cars.

The Scorpio N is the taller car of the two. The higher GC is evident while getting in and out of the car.

Overall Scorpio N is a very promising vehicle. It’s the best option under thirty big ones, for someone looking for a 4WD, comfortable five-seater with luggage or a seven-seater for short family drives.

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• Tata Safari Vs Mahindra Scorpio-N: Two Automotive Icons Face Off

By Shams Raza Naqvi

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Published on February 24, 2024

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• Tata Safari has recently been updated with fresh design and new features
• A new generation of the Mahindra Scorpio was launched in 2022
• Scorpio-N also comes with Petrol and 4-wheel drive variants

Two absolute icons of the Indian Automotive Industry, who have had successful stints for more than 2 decades now. The Mahindra Scorpio now called the Scorpio-N and the Tata Safari , which has recently got a significant update have been there and done that. While the latter is front-wheel drive running on a monocoque architecture, the former is a rear-wheel drive body-on-frame machine. Which one of these 3-row SUVs should you go for? We try to look for the answer.

In their new generations both the SUVs have changed and how. They have become more premium, feature-rich, and even more desirable. And even though there’s a lot that sets them apart, many things also unite these two giants which have made India proud for decades.

Scorpio-N gets a wheelbase of 2,750 mm while on the Safari it is 2,741 mm.

Let’s begin with dimensions because in a segment like this, size does matter. The Safari is slightly longer and wider when compared to the Scorpio-N but importantly the Scorpio-N is taller and has a longer wheelbase so evens out nicely between the two. 

Across the range, it is the Safari that gets 17-inch to 19-inch wheel sizes, while the Scorpio-N gets 17-inch wheels on all trims barring the top Z8L which gets 18-inch wheels. The clear difference though is in design because the Safari is a car that looks like it belongs to 2024. The connecting headlamps and tail lamps look quite nice and the use of body colour inserts on the grille ensures a premium look. 

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Side opening door or electric tailgate, which one do you like?

Sequential turn indicators along with welcome and goodbye animation add their charm to the Safari in the top Accomplished trim. When it comes to the profile the Scorpio-N looks the sportier of the two but from the rear, it is Safari once again that looks and feels sophisticated, but the Scorpio-N has its fans too with its silver-finished skid plates. The SUV was launched in 2022, and you can see the difference time has made to the design of these two vehicles. The Safari is more appealing when it comes to the looks, especially on the face.

Tech & Interior

The Safari facelift has upped the game when it comes to tech & features.

With the facelift that came late last year, the Tata Safari has become more premium and feature-rich. It gets a big 12-inch touchscreen system, full digital cluster, a new flat-bottomed steering wheel with an illuminated Tata logo, and the nice hidden until-lit touch panel which gets lots of controls. 

A panoramic sunroof is available only on the Safari.

On the top Accomplished+ trim you exclusively get iRA 2.0 connected car tech, Alexa voice commands, and JBL Audio modes while on the lower Accomplished, there’s the premium looking Oyster white theme, voice-assisted dual-zone climate control and panoramic sunroof, auto-dimming iRVM and electric front seats. Other notable features are an electric parking brake, air purifier, and a 45 W C-type charger while the captain seats version gets the useful boss mode as well as head restraints on the second row.

Also Read: Mahindra Scorpio N Z8 Select Launched; Priced From Rs 16.99 Lakh To Rs 18.99 Lakh

A dark brown theme in the Scorpio-N gives a premium feel.

On the Scorpio-N the rich coffee black upholstered seats add a touch of luxury and here also you have dual-zone climate control. Wireless charging along with wireless CarPlay and wired Android Auto compatibility is on offer here too while the Adrenox system with its more than 70 connected car features feels one up on the Tata. So does the 12-speaker Sony Audio system but it is the Safari that races ahead with just the sheer number of features it offers. For access to the third row, one-touch tumble-down seats work better on the Scorpio, but the captain seat version is available only without 4x4.

Ergonomically, the last row on the Safari feels slightly better.  

On both these SUVs the third row is not the most ideal place for adults to spend a long time, but what you get on the Safari is that you can slide forward the second-row seats to create more space, which is not possible on the Scorpio-N. Ergonomically also the last row on the Safari feels slightly better with AC controls, cup holders, and a 50:50 split. With the facelift it also gets an electric tailgate with hands-free functioning and with the third row folded you get a boot space of 420 litres. The Scorpio-N with its side opening door offers a higher 450 litres in the same scenario.

Engine remains the same on the Safari facelift when compared to earlier. 

The tried and tested 2.0-litre motor on the Safari makes 168 hp and 250 Nm and does its duty on multiple cars across various brands. Your options are a 6-speed manual or torque convertor and we drove the latter. However, there’s still no 4x4 or Petrol option here both of which are available on the Scorpio-N. The setup works well and there’s hardly any lag because peak torque is available early at around 1,750 rpm. Plus, to make your drive a little more enjoyable and in your control, you also get paddle shifts on the Safari which are missing on the Scorpio-N. 

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The dynamics of Tata Safari are praiseworthy despite big dimensions.

The highlight of the Safari is its Land Rover-derived OMEGARC architecture and the fact that the SUV is built on a monocoque construction resulting in a machine that handles well despite its big dimensions. It gives you good stability on fast roads, straight roads or while turning at high speeds. You get a confident drive, and the occupants remain stable and firm in one place. The ride quality also plays its part here and spending your time in the Safari is a comfortable experience. The steering wheel is nice and light and is easy to maneuver this big car even through narrower spaces. 

Safari comes with different terrain and drive modes.

Fuel efficiency is always a critical thing on cars no matter what segment they are in and that is why the Safari like a lot of other vehicles from the brand gets various drive modes. So, you can choose between City, Sport, and Eco depending on the kind of drivability and the kind of fuel efficiency you want.

Also Read: Mahindra Trademarks Scorpio X Name: Could It Be Used For The Upcoming Scorpio N-Based Pick-Up?

The Scorpio-N remains as imposing as ever on the roads.

On the Scorpio-N you sit a little higher on the driver’s seat which works better and also ensures a clearer view of the road. The pillars as they’re thinner here when compared to the Safari, so the view is nicer from the driver’s seat. Although an auto-dimming internal rear-view mirror is missing here what worked for me as a driver were the big side-view mirrors which offer great views. 

A rear-wheel drive provides good balance to the Scorpio-N.

At 172 bhp, the power on the Scorpio-N Diesel is only slightly higher when compared to the Safari but importantly there’s a big difference when it comes to the peak torque (370 Nm), especially on the Automatic (400 Nm) it’s even higher contributes to a much more enjoyable drive which is more free-flowing and the car is quicker as well. Here too the choice is between a 6-speed Manual and Automatic and the peak torque kicks in earlier which contributes to a more enthusiastic experience. 

Scorpio-N gets various terrain modes apart from 4x4 variants.  

When compared to the previous generation, the new Scorpio-N is vastly improved when it comes to dynamics, there is a clear improvement in handling or even ride quality. A rear-wheel drive ensures a more balanced approach on the SUV though it's still a challenge to match the dynamics of a monocoque construction. Of course, if you want a proper 4x4 option it is only the Scorpio-N that will give you that, so take it out on the bad roads, or no roads, it will promise you surety.  There are terrain modes as well – namely Normal, Snow, Mud & Ruts and Sand but only on the 4x4 variants. 4X4 though misses out on Zip, Zap, Zoom drive modes.

There is still some scope for improvement in NVH levels in the Safari.  

The Safari may not come with a proper 4x4 system, but you still have various off-road modes. Using a conveniently located dial right next to the gear lever, you can switch between normal, wet road or rough road modes to get more traction out of your vehicle if you’re stuck in tricky situations. However, what you may still not like about this car when compared to the Scorpio-N are its NVH levels. You get a slightly silent cabin inside the latter, on the Safari the sound of the engine creeps in a bit more, more so while accelerating hard. 

Safari is the highest rated made-in-India car in Global NCAP crash tests.

One critical feature you only get on the Safari is the presence of Level 2 ADAS functions. They add value to the car, make it safer and it doesn’t matter if you’re driving out on the highway or in the city multiple features make your drive easier and safer. While the Safari comes with a 360-view camera the Scorpio-N only gets front and rear parking cameras. The latter takes pride in ventilated disc brakes while TPMS, ESC, Hill hold and hill descent control are present in both SUVs. The Safari though gets advanced ESP with a driver doze-off alert.

The Scorpio-N has also proven itself as a safe set of wheels.

Be it Global NCAP or even Bharat NCAP now, the Safari is right up there when it comes to safety ratings. So, 5-stars and even with 5-stars it is the highest-rated car that is made in India, so you’re guaranteed a safe set of wheels. Not that the Scorpio is much far behind so you’re getting two safe cars today in this battle. But what you get on Safari is one extra airbag which is a knee airbag for the driver, that is a nice addition to this car. Also, 6 airbags are standard on the SUV unlike the Scorpio-N.

The Diesel range of the Scorpio-N starts at Rs.13.99 lakh and goes up to Rs. 24.54 lakh, ex-showroom for the top Z8L 4WD. The top 6-seater is priced at Rs. 22.47 lakh. The Safari on the other hand is priced between Rs. 16.19 and Rs. 27.34 lakh ex-showroom for the top Accomplished+ Automatic Dark.

So, to answer the big question finally, should you be spending those extra close to Rs. 3 lakh and buy the Safari? Well, absolutely because it’s not every day that you end up buying a car worth Rs. 30 lakhs on the road. With all its features and ergonomics, the Safari comes across as a much better package that caters to the needs of the entire family, and it does make sense to spend those extra bucks on buying a car like this. However, if you’re somebody who purely loves to drive and spend long hours in the driver's seat or go out off-roading, there then the Scorpio-N comes across as a slightly better bet.

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Tata Safari facelift vs Mahindra Scorpio N: Price and specification comparison

• Tata Safari facelift was launched in India a few weeks ago re-energising its rivalry with competitors including the Mahindra Scorpio N.

Tata Motors launched the Safari facelift in India earlier this month with a host of updates. The updated iteration of the premium SUV, which is Tata Motors' flagship car as well, comes with a wide range of design changes, fresh features and an upgraded engine as well. With this facelifted iteration, the homegrown automaker has re-energised its competition with the rival brands in the segment.

Tata Safari facelift comes revising its appeal in the premium SUV segment, which has been witnessing an increasing number of models over the last few years. Mahindra being one of the major players in the Indian SUV market has updated its Scorpio range with two different models a few months back: Scorpio Classic and Scorpio N. With the arrival of the updated Tata Safari, the competition between the two homegrown automakers has been re-energised.

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Here is a price and specification-based comparison between the Tata Safari facelift and Mahindra Scorpio N.

Tata Safari facelift and Mahindra Scorpio N: Price

Tata Safari facelift SUV is available at prices ranging between ₹ 16.19 lakh and ₹ 25.49 lakh (ex-showroom). Mahindra Scorpio N, on the other hand, comes priced between ₹ 13.26 lakh and ₹ 24.54 lakh (ex-showroom). This means the Mahindra Scorpio N SUV comes slightly cheaper than its rival Tata Safari facelift.

Watch: 2023 Tata Safari review: Family SUV with bachelor spirit?

Tata Safari facelift and Mahindra Scorpio N: Dimension

The new Tata Safari SUV measures 4,688 mm in length, 1,922 mm in width, and 1,795 mm in height. It comes with a wheelbase spanning 2,741 mm. On the other hand, the Mahindra Scorpio N measures 4,662 mm in length, 1,917 mm in width, and 1,857 mm in height and has a wheelbase of 2,750 mm.

The Tata Safari is longer and wider than the Mahindra Scorpio N. However, the latter comes with a taller stance, while the wheelbase too is longer for the Scorpio N.

Watch: 2022 Mahindra Scorpio-N: First Drive Review

Tata Safari facelift and Mahindra Scorpio N: Specification

The Tata Safari facelift SUV is powered by the same 2.0-litre Kryotec turbocharged diesel engine that used to work in the pre-facelift model. However, this diesel powerplant has been upgraded to comply with the BS6 Phase-2 emission norms. This engine comes available with transmission options of a six-speed manual and a six-speed automatic unit. Also, this diesel motor churns out 168 bhp peak power and 350 Nm maximum torque.

On the other hand, the Mahindra Scorpio N gets energy from a 2.2-litre mHawk diesel engine that is available with options of a six-speed manual gearbox and a six-speed automatic unit. This engine is good for pumping out 172 bhp peak power and 370 Nm maximum torque.

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2022 Mahindra Scorpio-N Vs Tata Safari: Specs Comparison

We pit the Mahindra Scorpio-N against the Tata Safari on grounds of specifications

Mahindra has launched the new Scorpio-N at super-aggressive prices. 2022 Scorpio, as a package is, absolutely compelling and would surely put up a massive fight in the D SUV segment. Going by its prices and the Indian roots, one of the strongest rivals to the Scorpio N could be the Tata Safari. Let’s compare these in terms of specifications. But before we do so, please take note that the new Safari is underpinned by a monocoque chassis while the Scorpio-N is based on a ladder-frame platform, and thus the A-B comparison would have its own limitations and Grey areas.

Mahindra Scorpio-N vs Tata Safari: Dimensions And Design

Both the Scorpio N and Safari are good-looking SUVs. They have tall, butch, and imposing stances. The Scorpio N gets a design that’s way too loud about it being a ‘Scorpio’. It looks like an unmistakable evolution of the OG Mahindra Scorpio design. The key design highlights include LED headlamps, bold grille design, C-shaped DRLs integrated into the front bumper, stylish vertical tail lamps, functional roof rails, and stylish alloy wheels.

The Safari, on the other hand, looks sleeker and gets a design that bears an uncanny resemblance to that of the Harrier, on which it is based on. The vertical split headlamp, stylish tail lamp, and catchy side profile designs are to be loved on this SUV. The roof rails here, however, are show-pieces and incapable of any serious load-bearing. Diving into the dimensions…

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As the figures suggest, the new Scorpio is significantly wider and taller than the Safari. It thus looks more rugged and brawny than the Tata. The overall length, however, remains identical for the two. The ScorpioN also has an advantage in the wheelbase. How this would reflect in the overall dynamics and body balance, is something we would have to find out in our first-drive, which is yet to happen!

Mahindra Scorpio-N vs Tata Safari: Features And Cabin Experience

Not much can be commented on this until we get the Scorpio N for a detailed road test. But, going by our first impressions of the cabin experiences in these vehicles, it is definitely the Scorpio N that scores for kit levels and the ‘touch and feel’ qualities. Though a rather personal thing, I find the new Scorpio’s cabin to have better aesthetics. It looks good and feels premium and considerably more up-to-date than that of the Safari. In terms of features, the Scorpio 2022 seems to offer more than what the Tata does.

The entertainment package consists of an 8.8-inch touchscreen and 9-speaker JBL audio on the Safari and a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen and a 12-speaker Sony 3D immersive sound system on the Scorpio N. Both the cars get motorized driver seats too. Two notable differences between the two would be the sunroof and parking brake. The Safari gets a full panoramic sunroof while the ScorpioN settles down for a fair-sized regular sunroof. Also, the Mahindra gets a conventional parking brake (which could be much more fun than an electronic unit!) while the Safari features an electric park brake.

The Safari currently holds the title of having the most comfortable third row. The new Scorpio seems to have slightly lesser space on its last row. However, we can give you an authentic opinion on this only after getting to drive one in detail.

Mahindra Scorpio-N vs Tata Safari: Specifications

As mentioned earlier in the article, the Scorpio is a ladder-on-frame SUV while the Safari is underpinned by a monocoque chassis. This would be evident in the overall dynamics of these SUVs. Talking of powertrains, the Scorpio-N offers the choice of a 2.0 mStallion turbocharged petrol and 2.2L mHawk diesel. The Safari, on the other hand, is available with a 2.0L diesel alone. Several reports suggest that Tata Motors is prepping a petrol version of this SUV. Anyway, comparing the equivalent diesels for now…

The Scorpio-N seems to be torquier than the Safari, and going by the general traits of the mHawk engine, the new Scorpio should be slightly better than the Tata in overall performance. Also, the Safari is a front-wheel-driven vehicle. The Scorpio-N on the other hand gets 4WD on top-spec variants (an advanced 4XPLOR terrain management system is on offer too) while the lower trims get RWD. (RWD could offer more fun on an SUV than FWD!) The Scorpio-N could simply take more abuse, scale more terrains, and be pushed to extreme conditions, than the Safari.

Mahindra Scorpio-N vs Tata Safari: Price Comparison

Mahindra has revealed the prices of the manual variants of Scorpio N . Priced in the 12.49-19.49 lakh bracket, the Scorpio N has a massive pricing upper hand. The Safari is currently priced between 18.12 lakh and 26.14 lakh, ex-showroom. In this scenario, the Scorpio variants could make much more sense than the Tatas.

The Scorpio N automatic prices and the 4WD prices are yet to be out. But going by how aggressively Mahindra has recently been pricing their products, we expect wonders with these as well. The automatics ending below 24 lakh, ex-showroom could mean epic VFM proportions. The Safari automatics are retailing in the 21.31-27.65 lakh price range (The Safari XZA Plus 6 seater AT Dark Edition is much pricier, at Rs 29.30 lakh, ex-sh).

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All-new Mahindra Scorpio-N and Tata Safari compared on video

Written By: Shantonil Nag Shantonil Nag, senior feature writer at Cartoq.com, channels his expertise and enthusiasm into insightful car reviews and test drives.

Published: Aug 01, 2022, 12:50 IST

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The Mahindra Scorpio-N and new-generation Tata Safari are two SUVs which have a rich legacy behind them, spanning more than two decades of successful runs. These two SUVs are taking forward the legacy of their respective predecessors in whole new modernized forms, with all new-generation design languages with contemporary features, new powertrains and driving dynamics. However, it is tough to find the better among the two SUVs, and which one more suits the varying requirements and preferences of different people. A YouTube video from ‘Team Car Delight’ compares various aspects of both these SUVs to help you find out the basics of the comparison between the two SUVs.

Starting with the design first, the two SUVs look extremely bold and unique in their ways. However, it is the Mahindra Scorpio-N which looks more evolved form of its predecessor, as the Safari has an all-new design language which is a huge departure from the previous-generation Safari Storme. Also, while the Scorpio-N has a sideways-opening back door like its predecessor, the boot lid of the Safari opens upwards.

Also read: Coming soon: Tata Safari Dark Edition

The Scorpio-N retains the bold appearance of the previous generation Scorpio with its tall and boxy stance. However, it gets new-age elements like LED projector headlamps, C-shaped daytime running LEDs, diamond-cut alloy wheels and vertically-aligned LED tail lamps. In contrast, the Tata Safari is nothing like its predecessor and gets a Harrier-derived styling with a stretched rear profile to make it a seven-seater SUV. The split headlamps, horizontally-stretched LED tail lamps and layered roof panels make it look unique.

On the inside, the all-new interior of the Mahindra Scorpio-N looks more refreshing than that of the Tata Safari, which is now almost a three-year-old design. While the Scorpio-N has a more upright stance, it offers a higher seating posture compared to the Tata Safari. In the Scorpio-N, the driver has a clearer and more commanding view of the road ahead. However, it is the Tata Safari which offers easier ingress, egress and comfort levels on the inside. The Safari also gets AC vents for the third row of seats, which the Scorpio-N misses.

Both the SUVs here come with dual-tone leather upholsteries – black and brown in the Scorpio-N and black and ivory white in the Safari. While the dashboard layout of the Safari feels more premium and wide due to the use of soft-touch leather trims, the quality of switches feels better in the Scorpio-N due to the piano black finish for them. While the 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system is smaller than the 8.8-inch unit of the Safari, the former feels more intuitive to use and packs in more features such as in-built navigation. The 12-speaker 3D sound system from Sony in the Scorpio-N also feels more advanced than the 9-speaker sound system from JBL in the Safari. However, it is the Safari, which offers more comfort and convenience features, including a panoramic sunroof, telescopic steering wheel, air purifier and ventilated seats.

Engine options

Coming to the powertrain options, the Mahindra Scorpio-N is available with both petrol and diesel engines, while the Tata Safari is available as a diesel-only SUV. The Tata Safari has a power output of 170 PS and a torque output of 350 Nm from its 2.0-litre diesel engine, which is available with both the options of 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic gearbox options.

On the other hand, the 2.2-litre diesel engine of the Scorpio-N is available in multiple states of tune across variants for 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic, with maximum power and torque outputs rated at 175 PS and 400 Nm respectively. The 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine produces 203 PS of power, while the torque output produced is 370 Nm with the 6-speed manual and 380 Nm with the 6-speed automatic gearbox. The Scorpio-N has an additional upper hand, as it also gets the option of a four-wheel-drive system for diesel-powered variants.

So, there you have it. If you want a proper, traditional, ladder-on-frame SUV which feels at home on off-road terrains as well, the Mahindra Scorpio-N is the one to go with. However, the Tata Safari feels more premium SUV in the urban environment, with more features, space and a comfort-oriented cabin.

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2022 Mahindra Scorpio-N Vs. Tata Safari – Price & Specification Comparison

Mahindra has just launched the all-new next-generation 2022 Scorpio-N in India. The brand is touting it as the “Big Daddy of SUVs” and aiming to take on the D-segment and C-segment SUVs. Helping with this is Scorpio-N’s wide range of variants, powertrains and drivetrains. Mahindra has added an ‘N’ suffix and also brought the Scorpio nameplate back into focus. 

Another company to bring an old nameplate into focus is Tata. The company launched the Harrier and then revived the Safari nameplate for its three-row version. The old Tata Safari was one of the biggest competitors of the Scorpio in the past. And now, with both in all-new avatars, they go head to head again. In this price and specification comparison, we pin and compare the two so that you can make an informed buying decision.

2022 Mahindra Scorpio-N Vs. Tata Safari – Variants & Price

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The new Mahindra Scorpio-N will be available in 5 variants – Z2, Z4, Z6, Z8 and Z8L. The Scorpio-N will come with a choice of a petrol and diesel engine. There will also be an option of a 4WD drivetrain and an automatic gearbox. Pricing starts at INR 11.99 lakh for the Z2 Petrol MT. The same Z2 MT variant with the diesel engine costs INR 12.49 lakh. The Z4 Petrol MT and Z4 Diesel MT cost INR 13.49 lakh and INR 13.99 lakh, respectively.

The Z6 variant of the Scorpio-N is only available with a diesel engine. The Z6 Diesel MT costs INR 14.99 lakh. The Z8 variants are available in both petrol and diesel. The price for the Z8 Petrol MT is INR 16.99 lakh and INR 17.49 lakh for the Z8 Diesel MT. The range-topping variant’s pricing starts at INR 18.99 lakh for the Z8L Petrol MT. At the same time, the Z8L Diesel MT costs INR 19.49 lakh. 

Mahindra will reveal the prices for the 6-seater, 4WD and automatic variants on 21st July 2022. Furthermore, it is important to note that the prices mentioned are introductory prices. As such, these prices will be applicable only for the first 25,000 bookings. 

Tata Safari

On the other hand, the Tata Safari comes in 9 main variants. Unlike the Scorpio-N, the Tata Safari does not come with a petrol engine option. The manual gearbox variants are – XE, XM, XT, XT+, XZ and XZ+. The automatic variants of the Safari add an ‘A’ suffix to its variants. The four main automatic variants are – XMA, XTA+, XZA and XZA+. The top-end variants of the Safari, XZ+ and XZA+ are also available in a 6-seater configuration. 

In addition, the Tata Safari is available in four different editions – Kaziranga, Dark, Gold and Adventure Persona. The Kaziranga Edition pays homage to the Kaziranga National Park and comes with an exclusive colour option. Meanwhile, the Dark Edition gives a stealthy blacked-out look to the Tata Safari. The Safari Gold, on the other hand, adds hints of gold trims on the exterior and interior of the SUV and is available in two colour options. Lastly, the Safari Adventure Persona comes in two colour options and interiors that draw inspiration from the golden hues of desert sand.

Manual Variants

The pricing for Tata Safari’s manual variants starts at INR 15.25 lakh for the XE variant. The next three variants, XM, XT and XT+ cost INR 16.70 lakh, INR 18.20 lakh and INR 19 lakh, respectively. The XT+ variant is also available in the Dark Edition and costs INR 19.25 lakh. The XZ and XZ+ and XZ+ with 6-seater configuration cost INR 19.95 lakh, INR 20.95 lakh and INR 21.05 lakh.

The XZ+ variant is available with all the different editions of the Safari. The Adventure Persona and Kaziranga Edition in the XZ+ variant cost INR 21.20 lakh. The XZ+ 6-seater configurations of the Adventure Persona and Kaziranga Edition cost INR 21.30 lakh. The Dark Edition in the XZ+ and XZ+ six-seater configuration costs INR 21.25 lakh and INR 21.35 lakh. Meanwhile, the Gold Edition costs INR 22.06 lakh for XZ+ and INR 21.16 for the XZ+ with a 6-seater configuration. 

Automatic Variants

The pricing for Tata Safari’s automatic variants starts at INR 17.80 lakh for the XMA variant. The three other main variants, XTA+, XZA and XZA+, cost INR 20.30 lakh, INR 21.25 lakh and INR 22.25 lakh. The six-seater version of the XZA+ variant costs INR 22.35 lakh. Meanwhile, the Dark Edition of the Safari is available in a total of 3 automatic variants – XTA+, XZA+ and XZA+ with a six-seater configuration. The pricing for these Dark Edition variants is INR 20.55 lakh, INR 22.55 lakh and INR 22.65 lakh, respectively.

At the same time, the Kaziranga and Gold Editions and the Adventure Persona are available only in the XZA+ variant. The Adventure Persona and the Kaziranga Edition in the XZA+ variant cost INR 22.50 lakh and INR 22.60 lakh with the six-seat configuration. The most expensive models in the complete Safari range are the Gold Edition with an automatic gearbox. The XZA+ Gold Edition costs INR 23.36 lakh and INR 23.46 lakh in the six-seat configuration.

* Prices mentioned are ex-showroom prices.

2022 Mahindra Scorpio-N Vs. Tata Safari – Colour Options

The 2022 Scorpio-N will be available in a total of seven colour options. These are – Everest White, Deep Forest, Napoli Black, Red Rage, Dazzling Silver, Royal Gold and Grand Canyon. However, it is important to note that lower variants are not available with all the colour options. 

Meanwhile, the standard Tata Safari is available in four colour options – Tropical Mist, Royal Blue, Orcus White and Daytona Grey. The Dark Edition of the Safari comes with an Oberon Black colour option and black alloy wheels. Meanwhile, the Kaziranga Edition gets a Grassland Beige colour option with black wheels. The Adventure Persona is available in two colour options – Tropical Mist and Orcus White, both come with black alloy wheels. Lastly, the Gold Edition comes in two colour options – Gold White and Gold Black. It features various gold accents and black alloy wheels. 

2022 Mahindra Scorpio-N Vs. Tata Safari – Powertrain

Mahindra will offer the Scorpio-N with both petrol and diesel engine options. As for the petrol engine, it uses the same unit as the Thar and XUV700. The 2.0-litre TGDi mStallion engine uses a turbocharger and produces 200 PS of power and up to 380 Nm of torque. Meanwhile, the diesel engine is Mahindra’s 2.2-litre mHawk engine that makes up to 175 PS and 400 Nm of torque. Both engines will come with a choice of a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic transmission. Furthermore, higher diesel variants will also be available with a 4WD drivetrain. 

On the other hand, the Tata Safari comes only with one engine option. It gets a 2.0-litre Kryotec turbo-diesel engine which delivers 170 PS of power and 350 Nm of torque. Like the Scorpio-N, it is available with a 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic transmission. However, unlike the Scorpio-N, it does not get an option of a 4WD drivetrain. And since it uses a monocoque chassis, it comes with a front-wheel-drive setup. 

2022 Mahindra Scorpio-N Vs. Tata Safari – Suspension, Brakes

Mahindra claims the Scorpio-N will have the best-in-class front and first-in-category rear suspension setup. At the front, the Scorpio-N uses a Double-Wishbone suspension with Coil over shocks. While at the back, it gets a Pentalink suspension with WATT’s Linkage. Both the front and rear also feature first-in-category Frequency Dependent Damping (FDD) and Multi-tuned Valve Central Land (MTV-CL).

 On the other hand, Tata’s Safari uses an independent, lower wishbone and McPherson Strut with Coil Spring and an anti-roll bar at the front. At the same, the rear uses a semi-independent twist blade with Panhard Rod and Coil Spring. 

As for the brakes, both the SUVs use disc brakes at both ends.

2022 Mahindra Scorpio-N Vs. Tata Safari – Dimensions 

The latest entrant to the segment, Mahindra Scorpio-N, measures 4,662 mm in length, 1,917 mm in width and 1,857 mm in height. The wheelbase of the Scorpio-N is 2,750 mm. The fuel tank capacity of the Scorpio-N is 57 litres.

Meanwhile, the Tata Safari measures 4,661 mm in length, 1,894 mm in width and 1,786 mm in height. Thus, the Scorpio-N is longer, wider and taller than the Safari. The Tata Safari has a wheelbase of 2,741 mm, which is 9 mm shorter than the Scorpio-N. The fuel tank capacity of the Tata Safari is 50 litres.

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• 2022 Mahindra Scorpio N vs Tata Safari vs XUV700 - Spec Comparison

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The Mahindra Scorpio N is the next big launch from the Indian carmaker and even though it will be priced lower than the base model of its sibling, XUV700, this upcoming SUV packs in more than before. Ahead of its official launch, its brochure has been leaked that reveals several details. In this article, we pitch, the 2022 Mahindra Scorpio N vs Tata Safari vs XUV700 and share with you the engine options, dimensions and more.

2022 Mahindra Scorpio N vs Tata Safari vs XUV700 - Dimensions

As can be seen, Mahindra Scorpio N is wider and taller than the Tata Safari as well as the XUV700. The wheelbase too of the Scorpio N is bigger than the hulk Safari but it is identical to the XUV700. Even when compared with the older Scorpio Classic, the Scorpio N is longer, wider and gets more wheelbase than before. The only downside is on the height as the old Scorpio Classic measures 1,995 mm compared to 1,870 mm of the new version.

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Engine Options

Mahindra Scorpio N is now powered by two engine options - a 2.0L Stallion petrol motor and a 2.2L mHawk diesel motor that gets two tunes. Both these engines are available in Mahindra Thar and XUV700, however, the power and torque figures are different for all three SUVs.

The 2.0L, four-cylinder, turbocharged, mStallion petrol motor puts out 168 bhp of power on tap. When compared with the XUV700, it is 29 bhp less in the Scorpio N. The peak torque figure is yet known. Tata only offers the Safari with a diesel engine as of now.

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The 2.2L diesel motor pumps out 128 bhp of power for the lower-spec variants and 158 bhp of power for the mid and high-spec variants. When compared with the Tata Safari then the 2.0L FCA sourced motor belts out 168 bhp of power with a peak torque of 350 Nm. Both the petrol and diesel motors are paired to a six-speed manual transmission as standard and a six-speed torque converter automatic is offered as standard here.

The 2022 Mahindra Scorpio N will be launched on June 27 and feature-wise, it will get dual-zone climate control, an electric sunroof, touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, two-tone dark tank and black interior, TPMS, multiple airbags, traction control and more.

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Mahindra Scorpio-N Vs Tata Safari | Large SUV Combat

The Indian SUV market is on an upward trajectory. Auto-Companies are keeping up this tempo by giving customers more and more options. Mahindra and TATA are two big giants who have revolutionized the SUV market. As Mahindra Scorpio N has made its appearance now, we decided to make a comparison of the old-time rivals, Scorpio-N vs Tata Safari. You’re in luck if the two SUVs were on your list because then this article is for you!

Mahindra Scorpio N – Price, Specs, Features

Mahindra Scorpio N, one of the most awaited SUVs, got launched on June 27. while bookings will start from 30 July. Delivery, however, will start from the festive season. The SUVs’ price range is 11.99 – 19.49 lakhs (ex-showroom Price). Its 4×4 and automatic version price should be out most probably, by the coming week of July.

Built on companies ladder-on-frame platform (the same platform on which the new generation is built) is available in 6 and 7-seater options. When compared to its previous version, Scorpion N has taken the lead. It comes with the same engine as Thar and XUV700. It has greater leg space and head space which makes it more spacious.

Tata Safari – The Challenger

Safari and Scorpio have been competing with each other for more than a decade now. In 2002 Indian market had just these two in the luxury SUV category. Now history has repeated itself! Scorpio N has become Tata Safari’s rival again! So here is the comparison of the two vehicles

Scorpio N Vs Safari: Dimensions

This means Scorpio is taller, wider, and longer than Safari. Although Scorpio has a larger wheelbase, it is yet to be seen how its rear seats are. As of now, Safari leads ahead in its back seat comfort as it can accommodate adults also comfortably,

Scorpio N Vs Safari: Engine Specs 

Scorpio N Vs Safari: Interior + Features

The battle between Mahindra Scorpio-N vs Safari in terms of interiors consists of

Safari Interior –

Coming to the interiors of Safari, you have oyster white leatherette seats, along with a black ashwood insert in the dashboard. For the special editions, however, there are special interior themes. It gets 6-seater and 7-seater layout options (6 seat variant is only available in the top-spec model)

Scorpio-N Interior –

The Scorpio-N gets a completely different interior layout as compared to the initial Scorpio. There are dual-tone brown and black interiors and the Scorpio-N too comes with 6 and 7-seat layouts. The dashboard layout of the Scorpio-N is a

Talking about features, both SUVs are well-loaded. The Scorpio-N gets an electric sunroof as opposed to the panoramic one in the Safari. The safari also gets an 8.8-inch touchscreen unit + 9 speakers JBL, while Scorpio-N gets an 8” unit. However, the Scorpio gets additional features such as the driver drowsiness detection, a 3-D sound system from Sony etc…

Nevertheless, the Scorpio-N and safari get many common features such as cruise control, six airbags, multi-drive modes (although more evident in Safari) etc…

Scorpio N Vs Safari: Exterior 

The exterior design of both cars is rugged and can be called proper SUVs (not wannabe ones). Although the Safari also carries an element of sleekness that the Scorpio-N seems to have missing from initial glances.

Scorpio-N Vs Safari – Price

So clearly Scorpio-N has an edge over Safari in certain aspects. and so is vice versa. Safari is relaxed and more comfortable. However, their price range has a huge difference. Scorpio being on the lower side gives customers a better option in that price range.

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