Comparing the Mahindra Scorpio (Classic) and the Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari is priced at ₹1,549,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Scorpio (Classic) comes with a 2,184 cc unit compared to the Tata Safari's 1956 cc, producing 130 bhp @ 3,750 rpm and 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.4 km/l for the Mahindra Scorpio (Classic) versus Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 kmpl for the Tata Safari. 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 | 12V |
| Displacement | 2,184 cc | 1956 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | FWD |
| Engine Type | GEN-2 mHawk Engine Diesel Engine | Kryotec 2.0L Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Mechanical Gearbox paired with cable shift technology | 6-speed Manual & 6-speed Torque Converter Automatic |
| Mileage | 14.4 km/l | Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 Cylinders Inline | 4 |
| Power | 130 bhp @ 3,750 rpm | 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Turn-key ignition paired with fuel-saving Micro-Hybrid start-stop engine electronics | Electric |
| Torque | 300 Nm @ 1,600–2,800 rpm | 350 Nm @ 1750–2500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 460 L | 420 L |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 200–205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1800 kg | 1825 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4,456 mm, 1,820 mm,1,995 mm | 4668 mm × 1922 mm × 1795 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm | 2741 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt-adjustable power steering column | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| 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 | Automatic |
| Cluster | Analogue-digital instrument cluster hosting an electronic gear shift indicator, trip meters, and a digital clock layout | Digital / Semi-digital cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 22.86 cm (9-inch) multi-touch control panel supporting phone screen mirroring connections | 8.8-inch touchscreen; digital cluster in facelift |
| 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 | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Dedicated second-row floor console cooling vents | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Center seat armrests are integrated into both the front-row captain setups and the second-row middle bench | Yes |
| 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) | JBL |
| Sunroof | No | Panoramic |
| USB Ports | Integrated dashboard data and media charging points | Multiple |
| 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 | Projector with LED DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | — | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Integrated dual ski-rack style roof structures | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Full vertical clear-lens stacked LED taillight signature array | LED |
| Tyre Size | 235/65 R17 | 235/65 R17, 245/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel, Alloy | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 standard front crash deployment airbags | 6 |
| 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 | Thermisto Gold, Telesto Grey, Calypso Red, Orion Black, Cosmic Gold, Frost White, Daytona Grey |
