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The Mahindra Scorpio Turns 10!
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The robust Scorpio from the Mahindra stable has turned 10 today. ZigWheels takes a look back at one of the most definitive automotive stories of our times
In 2006 the Scorpio witnessed its first major facelift and this extended to some mechanical changes as well. The revised design mainly involved changes to the rear lights, which went from being small bulges to large towering lights that flanked the rear glass. The major change however lay underneath for the rear leaf spring suspension was finally done away with and an independent suspension unit was installed. This drastically changed the ride quality for the better, however handling was still a questionable trait.
In 2008, Mahindra introduced the all new Scorpio. While there were no significant changes to the body, albeit for the reworked headlights, the interiors were spruced up, fit and finish improved, and a few millimeters of extra legroom was created for the rear seat passengers. In addition to that, Mahindra finally got rid of the 2.6 litre CRDe engine and plonked in their state of the art 2.2 litre mHawk engine. The new engine was lighter, smaller, yet more powerful and offered an increase in torque as well. The Scorpio also received further tweaks to the suspension and the end result was and still remains rather commendable.
While Mahindra has been able to sort out most issues, the Scorpio still has a pronounced body roll and handling can get the hair on your neck to stand up, however it’s a vehicle that has gone from strength to strength and has found takers across India both in the urban and rural environment. It’s been used in motorsport as well and has done a fantastic job in the Raid de Himalaya numerous times and has become the SUV of choice amongst the adventurers. It’s a success story like no other and the sheer admiration that owners have for their Scorpio can be argued beyond reason.
Maybe its success can be credited to its robust build and design, or maybe its just got to do with pricing it right, Sometimes I even feel that the Scorpio’s success has a lot to do with national pride, but having been a proud owner myself, I’ll have to say that the reason behind the Scorpio’s staggering success lies in the fact that it makes an emotional connect with its owner. It has a personality, a quirk and an attitude that owners can relate to and this bond is what has made the Scorpio what it is today.
Ten years has been a tremendous journey, and now along with all the Scorpio owners and future owners I patiently wait for the next upgrade, for that should take the Scorpio to a whole new league. Happy Birthday Mahindra Scorpio and I hope to celebrate many more in the years to come.
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ABHISHEK
SCORPIO FOR ONLY MENS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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SHASHI BHUSHAN
Mahindra Scorpio is the which has ability to burn the road. There is no option for the SUV. I love you Scorpio.
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