Mahindra Scorpio launched with Intelli-Hybrid technology

Mahindra has launched the Scorpio SUV with Intelli-Hybrid technology. This technology is essentially a mild-hybrid system that reduces fuel consumption by around 7%, as per the company's claims. The Scorpio Intelli-Hybrid is offered with the 2.2-litre mHawk diesel engine, and is available in the S4, S4+, S4+ 4WD, S6+, S8, S10 2WD (Manual Transmission), S10 4WD (Manual Transmission) variants. The top-end S10-2WD (Manual Transmission) variant with Intelli-Hybrid technology is priced at Rs. 12.84 lakh (ex-showroom, Navi Mumbai).

The Intelli-Hybrid system in the Scorpio will include basic automatic start/stop, regenerative braking, a large capacity battery, and a different starter motor. This system will provide electrical assistance to the engine in certain driving conditions, especially during acceleration.

With the new tech, Scorpio has become the third vehicle In India to be equipped with a mild-hybrid system. Maruti offers similar technology under the SHVS name in its Ciaz sedan and Ertiga MPV. The Scorpio Intelli-Hybrid is thus the first SUV to get a mild-hybrid system in India.