Mahindra Scorpio vs Renault Duster

Last Updated: August 27, 2026

Renault Duster price starts at Rs. 10.49 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.88 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mahindra Scorpio, priced at Rs. 13.37 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Scorpio offers a claimed 14.44 kmpl, while the Duster delivers 19.41 kmpl. On the performance front, the Scorpio uses a 2184cc engine producing 130bhp@3750rpm and the Duster a 999cc engine producing 99bhp@5000rpm. If you're deciding between the Scorpio and Duster, the Duster is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Scorpio stands out for performance.

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Scorpio vs Duster Comparison Summary

Specification Mahindra ScorpioRenault Duster
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.37 LakhRs. 10.49 Lakh
Mileage 14.44 kmpl19.41 kmpl
Engine 2184 cc999 cc
Max power 130bhp@3750rpm99bhp@5000rpm
Top speed 165 Km/hNot Available

Scorpio vs Duster Key Highlights

Basic Info Mahindra Scorpio SRenault Duster Authentic 1.0 Turbo
Rating
174 reviews
4 reviews
Brand Name Mahindra Renault
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.37 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 10.49 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2184 cc 999 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 130bhp@3750rpm 99bhp@5000rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 3
Transmission Manual Manual
Gearbox 6-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type RWD FWD
Colors
Mahindra Scorpio Colors
Renault Duster Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 14.44 Kmpl 19.41 Kmpl
Tyre Size 235/65 R17 225/60 R17
Boot Space 460 Liters 518 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control No No
Cruise Control No No
Airbags Driver and Passenger Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 25,858 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 20,292 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 80,770 Scorpio Insurance Rs. 44,666 Duster Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Not Available
Displacement
2184 cc
999 cc
Engine Type
mHAWK 4 Cylinder
Turbo TCe 100
Engine Displacement
2184 cc
999 cc
Max Power
130bhp@3750rpm
99bhp@5000rpm
Max Torque
300Nm@1600-2800rpm
166Nm@2000-3750rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
3
Transmission
Manual
Manual
Gearbox
6-Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
RWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
Not Available
No
Fuel Supply System
CRDi
GDI
Turbo Charger
Yes
Yes
Drive Mode Types
Not Available
No

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

Shock Absorbers Type
Hydraulic
Not Available
Suspension Front
2
Not Available
Suspension Rear
Not Available
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
5.4
5.2
Tyre Size
235/65 R17
225/60 R17
Wheel Size
17
17
Tyre Type
Radial
Radial

Ventilated Seats
Not Available
No
Digital Cluster Size
Not Available
7
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Yes
Upholstery
Not Available
Fabric
Glove Box Light
Not Available
Yes
Rear Seat Headrest
Not Available
4
Digital Cluster
Not Available
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
7
5
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
460 Liters
518 Liters

Alloy Wheels
No
No
Rain Sensing Wiper
Not Available
No
Wheel Covers
Not Available
Yes
ORVM
Manual
Powered
Boot Opening
Manual
Manual
Automatic Driving Lights
No
Yes
Cornering Foglamps
No
Not Available
Integrated Antenna
No
Not Available
LED DRLs
No
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Not Available
No
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Puddle Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Sun Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Side Stepper
No
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
No
Not Available
Chrome Grille
No
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
No
Yes
Rear Spoiler
No
Yes
Antenna
Not Available
No
Roof Rails
No
No
LED Headlamps
No
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4456*1820*1995 mm3
4346*1815*1701 mm3
Wheelbase
2680 mm
2657 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
212 mm
No. Of Doors
5
5

USB Charger
Not Available
Not Available
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
No
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Not Available
Yes
Lane Change Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
All
Drive Modes
Not Available
Not Available
No of Speakers
No
No
Adjustable Steering
Not Available
4
Android Auto
Not Available
No
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
No
Bluetooth
No
No
USB Ports
Not Available
Not Available
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Not Available
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
No
No
Cupholders
Not Available
Front Only
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 & Telescopic
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
0 inch
Wireless Phone Charging
Not Available
No
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Not Available
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
No
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
No
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
No
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
Not Available
Air Quality Control
Not Available
No
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
No
Yes
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
No
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
No
No
Powered Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Not Available
Push Ignition
Not Available
No
AM/FM Radio
No
No
Touch-screen Display
No
No
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
No
Follow me home headlamps
No
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Door Pockets
Not Available
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Not Available
Front & Rear Door

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
No
Hill Assist
Not Available
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Not Available
Yes
360 View Camera
Not Available
No
Anti Theft Alarm
No
Yes
Anti Theft Device
No
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
No
Not Available
Side Airbag Rear
No
No
Speed Alert
Yes
Not Available
Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Airbags
Driver and Passenger
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Not Available
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
2
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Panic Brake Indicatio
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
No
No
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
No
No
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
No
No
Rear Camera
Not Available
No
Side Airbag
No
Yes

Automatic Emergency Braking
Not Available
No
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
Not Available
No
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
No
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
No
Driver Attention Warning
Not Available
No
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Not Available
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No

Inbuilt Apps
Not Available
No
Google / Alexa Connectivity
Not Available
No
Remote Vehicle Status Check
Not Available
No
Navigation With Live Traffic
Not Available
No
Tow Away Alert
No
Not Available
In Car Remote Control App
Not Available
No
Remote Ac On Off
Not Available
No
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Not Available
No
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
Not Available
No

grossWeight
Not Available
1800 kg

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
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Mahindra Scorpio Vs Renault Duster FAQs

Which car is best between Mahindra Scorpio vs Renault Duster?
As per the users experiences Mahindra Scorpio is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, maintenance, safety and features in your car. But Renault Duster is better on the grounds of comfort.
Which car is cheaper Mahindra Scorpio vs Renault Duster?
The Renault Duster is cheaper than Mahindra Scorpio by ₹2.88 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Mahindra Scorpio vs Renault Duster?
The Renault Duster delivers better mileage 19.41 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Mahindra Scorpio vs Renault Duster?
For the S version, 2184 cc Diesel engine of Scorpio produces 130bhp@3750rpm of power and 300Nm@1600-2800rpm of torque. Whereas for the Authentic 1.0 Turbo version, 999 cc Petrol engine of Duster produces 99bhp@5000rpm of power and 166Nm@2000-3750rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Mahindra Scorpio has better performance.

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