Mahindra recently released official images of the all-new Scorpio-exterior N’s design. This comes ahead of the full reveal of the new SUV, including its new interior, on June 27. The new Scorpio-N is an upgrade to the current Scorpio in design. While it’s still easily identifiable as a Scorpio, the details are far more sophisticated and modern. The current Scorpio will continue to be sold alongside the new SUV and will be known as the Scorpio Classic. Now lets do a Mahindra Scorpio – N vs Scorpio.
We examine how the new Scorpio-design N’s has progressed over its predecessor while maintaining a sense of familiarity.
A familiar face but thoroughly modern – Mahindra Scorpio – N vs Scorpio
With a similar taste for the headlamps, bumper, grille, and fog lamp housings, the new Scorpio-N retains its predecessor’s butch and good look but has been tastefully tweaked to give it a pretty sophisticated look. The grille, for example, ditches the seven-slat design of its predecessor in favour of six vertical chrome slats with the new brand logo (similar to the XUV700).
In contrast to the squarish outline of the Scorpio Classic, the headlamps and bumper are more rounded. Despite having a similar shape, the fog lamp housings are now larger and feature C-shaped LED DRLs. The bonnet scoop, a distinguishing design feature of the original Scorpio, has been removed from the new Scorpio-N.
Smoother bodywork, less utilitarian – Mahindra Scorpio – N vs Scorpio
Bulging wheel arches, flat surfaces, and faux body cladding for the lower part of the doors have always defined Scorpio’s profile. A cleaner window line has also been achieved by removing the slatted plastic surrounding the rear quarter glass.
All-new rear end
Although the Scorpio-rear-end N’s design has not been revealed in official images, previous spy shots have revealed a completely redesigned rear end. The tail lamps are still vertical, but they don’t have the signature double-barrel design and protruding bulges are seen on the Scorpio. The central tail-lamp cluster has been redesigned to be more squarish and sleeker.
The number plate housing is still in the centre of the tailgate, which is side-hinged. The Scorpio’s rear bumper, previously painted in body colour, is now black and features a healthy dose of chrome, the Scorpio-N. It also blends in better with the rest of the body art.
While Mahindra hasn’t revealed the Scorpio-exact N’s dimensions just yet, the new SUV will be significantly larger than the Scorpio, allowing for more interior space.
Other similarities and differences – Mahindra Scorpio – N vs Scorpio
The new Scorpio will be powered by a pair of 2.0-litre petrol and 2.2-litre diesel engines. The diesel machine is an updated version of the current Scorpio’s, while the petrol engine is the new mStallion motor that also powers the Thar and the XUV700.
Although specific power outputs for all powertrains are still unknown, Mahindra will likely offer the diesel engine in two states of tune. All-wheel-drive is likely to be limited to top-spec diesel-automatic variants, with a 6-speed manual and 6-speed torque converter automatic likely to be available.
On the other hand, the current Scorpio is expected to keep its single 140hp, 2.2-litre mHawk diesel engine, which comes only with a 6-speed manual transmission and is only available in rear-wheel drive.
Conclusion
While the interior has yet to be revealed, previous spy photos have shown a completely redesigned dashboard with more equipment and a significant improvement in quality and ergonomics. Closer to its launch, we’ll have more information on the Scorpio interior N’s and equipment list. Stay tuned to Auto Tech Portal for more automobile-related content.
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