Mahindra Scorpio vs Mahindra Thar OG

Last Updated: November 8, 2026

Mahindra Thar OG price starts at Rs. 10.32 Lakh, which is Rs. 3.11 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mahindra Scorpio, priced at Rs. 13.43 Lakh. On the performance front, the Scorpio uses a 2184cc engine producing 130bhp@3750rpm and the Thar a 1497cc engine producing 116.93bhp@3500rpm. If you're deciding between the Scorpio and Thar, the Scorpio is the better pick for performance, while the Thar stands out for affordability.

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Scorpio vs Thar Comparison Summary

Specification Mahindra ScorpioMahindra Thar OG
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.43 LakhRs. 10.32 Lakh
Mileage 14.44 kmplNot Available
Engine 2184 cc1497 cc
Max power 130bhp@3750rpm116.93bhp@3500rpm
Top speed 165 Km/hNot Available

Scorpio vs Thar Key Highlights

Basic Info Mahindra Scorpio SMahindra Thar OG 1.5L AXT Diesel RWD
Rating
178 reviews
36 reviews
Brand Name Mahindra Mahindra
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.43 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 10.32 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2184 cc 1497 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 130bhp@3750rpm 116.93bhp@3500rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Manual Manual
Gearbox 6-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type RWD RWD
Colors
Mahindra Scorpio Colors
Mahindra Thar Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 14.44 Kmpl Not Available
Tyre Size 235/65 R17 255/65 R18
Boot Space 460 Liters Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control No No
Cruise Control No No
Airbags Driver and Passenger 2
EMI
Rs. 25,984 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 19,964 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 81,020 Scorpio Insurance Rs. 50,735 Thar Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Not Available
Displacement
2184 cc
1497 cc
Engine Type
mHAWK 4 Cylinder
D117 CRDe
Engine Displacement
2184 cc
1497 cc
Max Power
130bhp@3750rpm
116.93bhp@3500rpm
Max Torque
300Nm@1600-2800rpm
300Nm@1750-2500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Manual
Manual
Gearbox
6-Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
RWD
RWD
Fuel Supply System
CRDi
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Yes
Yes

Braking (100-0 kmph)
41.50 Meters
Not Available
Braking (80-0 kmph)
26.14 Meters
Not Available
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Fuel Capacity
60 Liters
55 Liters
Top Speed
165 Km/h
Not Available
Mileage (ARAI)
14.44 Kmpl
Not Available

Shock Absorbers Type
Hydraulic
Not Available
steeringGearType
Not Available
Rack & Pinion
Suspension Front
Double wishbone suspension
Double wishbone suspension
Suspension Rear
Multi-link suspension
Multi-link, Solid Axle
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
5.4
Not Available
Tyre Size
235/65 R17
255/65 R18
Wheel Size
17
18
Tyre Type
Radial
Tubeless Highway Terrain

Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Upholstery
Vinyl
Vinyl
Digital Cluster
Not Available
Analog with MID
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
7
4
Doors
5
Not Available
Boot Space
460 Liters
Not Available

Alloy Wheels
No
No
ORVM
Manual
Manual
Boot Opening
Manual
Manual
Automatic Driving Lights
No
Not Available
Integrated Antenna
No
No
LED DRLs
No
No
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Sun Roof
No
Not Available
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
No
Side Stepper
No
Yes
Projector Headlamps
No
Not Available
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Chrome Grille
No
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
No
Not Available
Turn Indicator in ORVM
No
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
No
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Not Available
No
Length*Width*Height
4456*1820*1995 mm3
3995*1870*1855 mm3
Wheelbase
2680 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
232 mm
No. Of Doors
5
Not Available

Addtional Comfort Features
Not Available
Brake Locking Differential
Central Control Armrest
No
Not Available
Gear Shift Indicator
No
Not Available
Lane Change Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
No
No
One Touch Operating Power Windows
No
No
No of Speakers
No
Not Available
Android Auto
Not Available
No
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
No
Bluetooth
No
No
USB Ports
No
Yes
Additional Features
Not Available
Brake Locking Differential
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Not Available
Front Only
Rear Window Washer
No
No
Speakers
Not Available
Not Available
Integrated 2-Din Audio
No
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
No
Cruise Control
No
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
0 inch
Not Available
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Not Available
50:50 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
No
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
No
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
No
Tachometer
Yes
Not Available
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
Not Available
No
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Not Available
AM/FM Radio
No
No
Touch-screen Display
No
No
Follow me home headlamps
No
No
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Door Pockets
No
Not Available
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
No
Not Available

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
No
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Assist
Not Available
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
No
Not Available
Anti Theft Device
No
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
No
Not Available
Side Airbag Rear
No
Not Available
Speed Alert
Yes
Not Available
Safety Airbags
Not Available
Driver & Passenger
Airbags
Driver and Passenger
2
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Not Available
No
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
2
2
Brake Assist (BA)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Panic Brake Indication
Roll Cage
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
No
No
Rear Wash Wiper
No
No
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
No
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Rear Defogger
No
Yes
Side Airbag
No
Not Available

frontLegroom
990-1110 mm
Not Available
rearHeadroom
1015 mm
Not Available
frontHeadroom
1015 mm
Not Available
approachAngle
Not Available
40°
breakOverAngle
Not Available
26.4°
departureAngle
Not Available
36°
rearShoulderroom
1450 mm
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Mahindra Scorpio
  • Classic traditional boxy SUV looks are still appealing
  • New chassis and suspension tweaks as well as the mHawk engine make a big difference to the drive experience
Mahindra Scorpio
  • Lacking in interior quality and features
  • Touch screen is especially laggy
  • No automatic or 4x4 option anymore

Is Mahindra Scorpio Better Than Mahindra Thar OG?

50% users have chosen Mahindra Scorpio over Mahindra Thar OG in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 353 users have also rated Mahindra Scorpio and Mahindra Thar OG on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Mahindra Scorpio is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your car. But Mahindra Thar OG is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Scorpio Thar
Mileage 4.1 4.6
Performance 4.6 4.8
Comfort 4.4 4.7
Maintenance 4.2 4.9
Safety 4.2 4.8
Features 4.2 1.2
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Mahindra Scorpio Vs Mahindra Thar OG FAQs

Which car is best between Mahindra Scorpio vs Mahindra Thar OG?
As per the users experiences Mahindra Scorpio is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your car. But Mahindra Thar OG is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety.
Which car is cheaper Mahindra Scorpio vs Mahindra Thar OG?
The Mahindra Thar OG is cheaper than Mahindra Scorpio by ₹3.11 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Mahindra Scorpio vs Mahindra Thar OG?
For the S version, 2184 cc Diesel engine of Scorpio produces 130bhp@3750rpm of power and 300Nm@1600-2800rpm of torque. Whereas for the 1.5L AXT Diesel RWD version, 1497 cc Diesel engine of Thar produces 116.93bhp@3500rpm of power and 300Nm@1750-2500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Mahindra Thar OG has better performance.

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