Mahindra Scorpio S11, flagship of the extremely popular SUV continues to hold its place at the top. The Scorpio S11 is designed for buyers both off-road and on-road, featuring bold styling, strong mechanical components and big on interiors for the adventure enthusiasts as well as urban family. Now, lets see what one can look forward to in such a competitive market of SUVs.
Design and Build: Rugged Sophistication
Road presence and a muscled stance with the Scorpio S11 look good. It features an aggressive styling with a bold front grille, flanked by projector headlamps with LED DRLs. Its high-set bonnet, sculpted lines and chunky alloy wheels (17-inch) only add to the burly off-road-ready aesthetic of this version. The rear-end hosts the LED tail-lights that echo the Mahindra Scorpio feel with a rugged-ish tailgate design engraved in it.
Though always focused on function over flair, the Scorpio S11 weaves in some modern touches that should appeal to younger buyers. The high riding stance, complemented by a class-leading ground clearance of 180 mm results in visibility that reflects the commanding image it projects over all terrains.
Performance: Mechanical Marvel Under The Skin
The Scorpio S11 comes equipped with a 2.2-litre mHawk diesel engine, which produces 140 bhp of power and 319 Nm of torque. The SUV is thrilling and orderly; with a 6-speed manual transmission. Good for the low-end torque helps it out in city drives while the powerful engine gets everything you want on highways and off-roading trails.
Equipped with a shift-on-fly 4WD option, the Scorpio S11 is ready to take on even rough off-road trails easily. The body-on-frame construction and strong suspension, build it as a perfect vehicle for bad roads and rough terrain. Still, the ride is commendable over urban roads and should be comfortable enough for long daily commutes or family trips.
What Makes This Special: A slew of modern amenities
So, while its rugged DNA is balanced with a fair bit of creature comforts and gadgets. Key highlights include:
7-inch touchscreen infotainment systemGPS navigationBluetooth connectivityAndroid Auto and Apple CarPlay
— Automatic climate control with how much ever hot or cold surrounding.
Cruise control** – thank goodness for this on lengthy highway jaunts.
– Parking Camera with dynamic assist to help parking in tight spaces
If you recall, the aesthetic and comfort aspect of the cabin is addressed with plush leatherette seats and a neatly organized dashboard.
Here’s why the Scorpio S11 gets a ‘Best Family SUV Buy’ sticker for the everyday consumer: The Mahindra comes first with safety then comfort in mind as standard kit includes dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, collapsible steering column and side intrusion beams.
Intended users: Explorers and also city living families
The Scorpio S11 has something for really every type of buyer. With its build and off-roading prowess, it favors adventure seekers, especially in areas less traveled. At the same time, it offers ample interiors and contemporary features for urban families in search of a sturdy and fashionable SUV.
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The Scorpio particularly appeals to buyers in Tier 2 and 3 cities as it can comfortably negotiate with rough even topography and also be used as a lifestyle plus utility vehicle. The very nature of its utility guarantees it a classic status and remain ever our first choice whether in individual or business use.
Price: Bang for the Buck
Depending on the configuration chosen, the price for the Mahindra Scorpio S11 is between ₹16.64 lakh and ₹18.73 lakh (ex-showroom, India). For the long list of gear, decent performance as well as 4WD for on-the-cheap (ish) money, it offers good bang for your buck.
The Scorpio S11 is a rugged, no-nonsense SUV and it shows you care to its competitors — the Tata Safari, Hyundai Creta and MG Hector. The Safari has a more premium cabin and better tech, the Creta is all-set for urban elegance but if you are looking for durability, simplicity and off-road performance then your choice is the Scorpio.
So How Do You Stack Up Against The Competition?
While the Safari will focus on a slightly premium package sporting a more upmarket cabin, more tech for safety and availability of auto transmission within its offering. But the lack of a 4WD and front-wheel-drive layout means it may not appeal to off-road enthusiasts as much as the Scorpio.
Hyundai Creta — The Hyundai Creta is urban focused with smarter infotainment, plush interiors and a very comfortable ride. It misses out on the ruggedness and road presence of the Scorpio though.
MG Hector: As a tech-centric SUV, the segment-best connectivity features in the Hector. The Thar has very spacious interiors but can not really offer the ruggedness and versatility of the Scorpio out on the field.
Toyota Fortuner (lower grade) — higher-cost rival but more upmarket interior and superior off-road ability for the price
Market Relationship: Ageless
The Mahindra Scorpio has been one of the foundations in the SUV segment for decades in India. The S11 variant serves as indicative of the Scorpio’s place in an ever-changing market with its new age luxuries along with incredible performance. It speaks to the small segment of buyers who prefer off-road capability and everyday usability over high-tech features and luxuries.
In a segment that has been rapidly overrun with soft-roaders, the Scorpio S11 sticks to its true-blue SUV roots but manages to blend in just enough modernity for today’s buyers. Furthermore, its impeccable reliability and Mahindra’s widespread service network gives buyers the peace of mind they require, making it a serious contender in the mid-size SUV space.
Conclusion: An 8 year old still in the battle line
Now the Mahindra Scorpio S11 is everything you expect from a mahindra — robust, performance and value-for-money. It lacks the premium polish of its rivals, but does exactly what we want it to do: ruggedness, utility and cheap. For buyers who desire an SUV that can do both city and off-road duties well, the Scorpio S11 continues to be a tough offering to ignore.