Comparing the Mahindra Scorpio (Classic) and the Tata Safari Storme 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 Storme is priced at ₹1,080,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Scorpio (Classic) comes with a 2,184 cc unit compared to the Tata Safari Storme's 2179 cc, producing 130 bhp @ 3,750 rpm and 140 bhp (standard Varicor), 150 PS (facelift), 156 PS (Varicor 400) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.4 km/l for the Mahindra Scorpio (Classic) versus 13–14 kmpl for the Tata Safari Storme. 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 | 2179 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | RWD / 4WD |
| Engine Type | GEN-2 mHawk Engine Diesel Engine | 2.2 L VariCOR Turbocharged Diesel (VTT) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55–63 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Mechanical Gearbox paired with cable shift technology | 5-speed Manual (initial), 6-speed Manual (Varicor 400) |
| Mileage | 14.4 km/l | 13–14 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 Cylinders Inline | 4 |
| Power | 130 bhp @ 3,750 rpm | 140 bhp (standard Varicor), 150 PS (facelift), 156 PS (Varicor 400) |
| Starter | Turn-key ignition paired with fuel-saving Micro-Hybrid start-stop engine electronics | Electric |
| Torque | 300 Nm @ 1,600–2,800 rpm | 320 Nm (standard), 400 Nm (Varicor 400) |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 460 L | 981 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2555 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 200–205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1800 kg | 2000–2050 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4,456 mm, 1,820 mm,1,995 mm | 4655–4668 mm × 1894–1965 mm × 1786–1922 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm | 2650–2741 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 | Analog / Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes | No |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 22.86 cm (9-inch) multi-touch control panel supporting phone screen mirroring connections | Basic audio |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | No |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Electronic front and rear power windows equipped with rapid anti-pinch driver glass action | Front only |
| Push Start | — | No |
| 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 | 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) | Yes |
| Sunroof | No | No |
| USB Ports | Integrated dashboard data and media charging points | No |
| Voice Command | Available via smartphone integration interfaces | No |
| 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 | — |
| Fog Lamps | Bumper-integrated front halogen fog lamp units | Yes |
| Headlight | Dual-projector halogen headlamps enhanced with signature upper LED eyebrows | Projector-type |
| 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 | Halogen / LED |
| Tyre Size | 235/65 R17 | 235/70 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | Steel, Alloy | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 standard front crash deployment airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Panic brake indication warning light flashing logic | No |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | No |
| Hill Hold Assist | No | No |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | No |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Sonar-guided Intellipark distance sensory matrix | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | No |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Galaxy GreyDiamond WhiteStealth BlackEverest WhiteRed Rage | Arctic Silver, Urban Bronze, Sky Grey, Pearl White, Arctic White, Sardinia Red, Astern Black, Pearl Champagne |
