Mahindra recently introduced a new Z8 Select variant of its popular model, the Scorpio N. This new variant is positioned below the Z8 variant of the three-row SUV. It can be had in both petrol and diesel versions at a starting price of Rs. 16.99 lakh (ex-showroom). In this article, we will compare the features of this new Scorpio N variant with the equivalent trim (Pure O) of its closest rival, the Tata Safari.
Notably, the Tata Safari received a facelift with major exterior and interior upgrades last year in October. The SUV is currently available at a starting price of Rs. 16.19 lakh (ex-showroom). While the Scorpio N is offered with two powertrain options, the Safari is only bundled with the diesel mill.
| Features | Mahindra Scorpio N Z8 Select (Rs. 17.99 lakh) | Tata Safari Pure (O) (Rs. 18.19 lakh) |
| ESC, HHC, ABS with EBD, parking sensors, and six airbags | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS | No | Yes |
| Engine start/stop button | Yes | Yes |
| All four disc brakes | Yes | No |
| Alloy wheels | No | Yes |
| Climate control | Manual | Automatic |
| Third-row AC vents | No | Yes |
| Cruise control | Yes | No |
| Steering adjustment | Tilt | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Driver seat adjustment | Eight-way (manual) | Six-way (manual) |
| Rear armrest | Yes | No |
| One touch-up/down windows | All | None |
| ORVMs | Electrically adjustable and retractable | Electrically adjustable and retractable |
| Rear defogger | Yes | No |
| Rear wiper | Yes | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | Yes | No |
| Sunroof | Yes | No |
| LED headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | Yes | Yes |
| Fog lights | LED | Halogen |
| Touchscreen infotainment screen | Eight-inch | 10-inch |
| Speakers | Four | Six |
| Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless |
Mahindra Scorpio N Specifications
Under the hood, the Scorpio N Z8 Select is equipped with a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine that produces 200bhp/380Nm of torque and a 2.2-litre diesel engine that churns out 172bhp/400Nm of torque. The transmission options are handled by a six-speed manual and an automatic torque converter unit.
Tata Safari Specifications
On the other hand, the Safari comes equipped with a 2.0-litre Kryotec diesel engine mated to a six-speed manual and an automatic torque converter unit. This motor is tuned to produce 170bhp and 350Nm of peak torque.
