Mahindra Scorpio-N debuts in the South African market

TusharK · 8th February 2023, 14:19

Mahindra has launched the Scorpio-N in South Africa. The SUV is available in three variants: Z4, Z8 and Z8L.

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The Scorpio-N that has gone on sale in South Africa looks identical to the Indian version. The SUV is equipped with twin-pod headlamps with LED daytime running lights and 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels.

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The list of features offered on the South African Scorpio-N is identical as well. The SUV is only available in a 7-seat configuration and comes equipped with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, 2-zone automatic climate control, wireless charging, 6-airbags, TPMS and AdrenoX connected car tech.

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The South Africa-spec Scorpio-N is offered with a 2.2-litre diesel engine. This motor develops 172 BHP and 400 Nm and is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. 4-wheel drive is available as an option.

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Link to Team-BHP News

shankar.balan · 8th February 2023, 14:52

ZA likes Mahindra products. This vehicle will be priced nicely and being a strong, tough beast, will definitely succeed there.
Going by the numerous reviews of the Karoo (Getaway/ Pik Up), these seem to be quite popular and successful there.

Asoon · 8th February 2023, 20:16

Recent Mahindra cars are great products in all aspects (Engine, Safety, Features, Premium Feel, Looks). I think XUV700 | Scorpio N | Thar (they need to figure out solution to issue with Jeep) are the gateway for Mahindra to go aggressive on international.

The skateboard platform & BE (born electric brand) is their smartest move which shows their long term approach.

On topic, Scorpio-N will be great addition and leverage success of Old Scorpio | Balero | Pickup versions in SF market.

DicKy · 8th February 2023, 20:59

Great.

Can't wait to see how the new age products from our domestic manufacturers fare abroad.

I am pretty sure unlike the XUV700 which will be buried in a sea of crossovers, the ScorpioN will find an eager set of customers looking for a proper 4x4 BoF SUV but having to make do with 4x4 pickups instead.

Also Mahindra, do a ScorpioN on the Getaway too!!!! It needs a next generation.

for_cars1 · 9th February 2023, 00:24

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Wish all success to the Scorpio-N in its new overseas market. It certainly is a competent BOF true SUV.

Looking at the rear view pic, could not refrain from mentioning that the rear door looks like it was designed in a hurry without much afterthought. The rear door panel is flat stamped and lacks the smooth/curvy flow of the side panels.
M&M could consider re-designing just that rear door and make it more rounded and more aesthetically integrated with the rest of the vehicle.

ranjith_cbz · 9th February 2023, 07:40

This is a great news for Mahindra and wish them great success in SA and hope that they launch their recent products in other markets too.

But i wonder from where they can squeeze out extra production capacity to produce car for these overseas markets. The domestic delivery timelines have already crossed 12 months which their dealers never fail to boast off. Stretched delivery timelines are bragging points across brands.

Wish Mahindra planned to expanded their production capacity by now and catered to the demand when hot.

Xuv700, Scopio-N and Thar will be sales champions for Mahindra domestic and overseas for long time to come. I wish they just planned their production capacity better.

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TusharK Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Pune Posts: 6,262 Thanked: 55,787 Times	Mahindra Scorpio-N debuts in the South African market Mahindra has launched the Scorpio-N in South Africa. The SUV is available in three variants: Z4, Z8 and Z8L. The Scorpio-N that has gone on sale in South Africa looks identical to the Indian version. The SUV is equipped with twin-pod headlamps with LED daytime running lights and 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels. The list of features offered on the South African Scorpio-N is identical as well. The SUV is only available in a 7-seat configuration and comes equipped with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, 2-zone automatic climate control, wireless charging, 6-airbags, TPMS and AdrenoX connected car tech. The South Africa-spec Scorpio-N is offered with a 2.2-litre diesel engine. This motor develops 172 BHP and 400 Nm and is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. 4-wheel drive is available as an option. Link to Team-BHP News Last edited by TusharK : 8th February 2023 at 14:23.
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DicKy Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: TVPM Posts: 3,826 Thanked: 11,786 Times	Re: Mahindra Scorpio-N debuts in the South African market Great. Can't wait to see how the new age products from our domestic manufacturers fare abroad. I am pretty sure unlike the XUV700 which will be buried in a sea of crossovers, the ScorpioN will find an eager set of customers looking for a proper 4x4 BoF SUV but having to make do with 4x4 pickups instead. Also Mahindra, do a ScorpioN on the Getaway too!!!! It needs a next generation.
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ranjith_cbz BHPian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 52 Thanked: 238 Times	Re: Mahindra Scorpio-N debuts in the South African market This is a great news for Mahindra and wish them great success in SA and hope that they launch their recent products in other markets too. But i wonder from where they can squeeze out extra production capacity to produce car for these overseas markets. The domestic delivery timelines have already crossed 12 months which their dealers never fail to boast off. Stretched delivery timelines are bragging points across brands. Wish Mahindra planned to expanded their production capacity by now and catered to the demand when hot. Xuv700, Scopio-N and Thar will be sales champions for Mahindra domestic and overseas for long time to come. I wish they just planned their production capacity better.
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