Comparing the Mahindra Scorpio (Classic) and the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mahindra Scorpio (Classic) is available at ₹1,299,999, while the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 is priced at ₹1,150,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Scorpio (Classic) comes with a 2,184 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4's 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel), producing 130 bhp @ 3,750 rpm and 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.4 km/l for the Mahindra Scorpio (Classic) versus 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) for the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 12V DC | — |
| Displacement | 2,184 cc | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | 4x4 |
| Engine Type | GEN-2 mHawk Engine Diesel Engine | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Mechanical Gearbox paired with cable shift technology | 6-speed |
| Mileage | 14.4 km/l | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 Cylinders Inline | 4 |
| Power | 130 bhp @ 3,750 rpm | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) |
| Starter | Turn-key ignition paired with fuel-saving Micro-Hybrid start-stop engine electronics | — |
| Torque | 300 Nm @ 1,600–2,800 rpm | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 460 L | — |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 226 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1800 kg | 1777 – 1783 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4,456 mm, 1,820 mm,1,995 mm | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt-adjustable power steering column | Yes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | No |
| Central Locking | Remote central locking standard from the upper tier variant | Yes |
| Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) climate system standard on the S11 trim | Manual AC |
| Cluster | Analogue-digital instrument cluster hosting an electronic gear shift indicator, trip meters, and a digital clock layout | Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 22.86 cm (9-inch) multi-touch control panel supporting phone screen mirroring connections | 7-inch touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Electronic front and rear power windows equipped with rapid anti-pinch driver glass action | Yes |
| Push Start | — | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Dedicated second-row floor console cooling vents | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Center seat armrests are integrated into both the front-row captain setups and the second-row middle bench | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium dual-tone grey and black fabric upholstery | Fabric, Leatherette |
| Sound System | Standard multi-speaker array (up to 4 speakers on the top tier) | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | No | No |
| USB Ports | Integrated dashboard data and media charging points | Yes |
| Voice Command | Available via smartphone integration interfaces | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Painted front and rear aesthetic bumpers matching the unpainted or painted contrast side body cladding grid | Yes |
| DRLs | Integrated vertical LED Daytime Running Lamps flanking the front fog lamps | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Bumper-integrated front halogen fog lamp units | Yes |
| Headlight | Dual-projector halogen headlamps enhanced with signature upper LED eyebrows | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | — | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Integrated dual ski-rack style roof structures | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | Full vertical clear-lens stacked LED taillight signature array | LED |
| Tyre Size | 235/65 R17 | 255/65 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless | All-terrain |
| Wheel Type | Steel, Alloy | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 standard front crash deployment airbags | Dual front |
| Brake Assist | Panic brake indication warning light flashing logic | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | No | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Sonar-guided Intellipark distance sensory matrix | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Galaxy GreyDiamond WhiteStealth BlackEverest WhiteRed Rage | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine |








