Mahindra Scorpio vs Tata Safari

Tata Safari Price starts at Rs. 15.49 Lakh which is Rs. 1.87 Lakh costlier than base model of Mahindra Scorpio priced at Rs. 13.61 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Mahindra Scorpio (Diesel Model) is 14.44 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Tata Safari (Diesel Model) is 14.1 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Mahindra Scorpio (Top Model) is powered by 2184 cc engine , while Tata Safari (Top Model) is powered by 1956 cc engine.

Scorpio vs Safari

Key Highlights Scorpio S 11Safari Accomplished Plus Dark 6S AT
Engine Type mHAWK 4 Cylinder Kryotec 2.0L
Max Power 130bhp@3750rpm 167.62bhp@3750rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 14.44 Kmpl 14.1 Kmpl
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Basic Info Mahindra Scorpio S 11Tata Safari Accomplished Plus Dark 6S ATMG Motor Hector Plus Sharp Pro
Rating
152 reviews
64 reviews
53 reviews
Brand Name Mahindra Tata MG Motor
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 17.41 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 26.79 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 20.92 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 2184 cc 1956 cc 1451 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 130bhp@3750rpm 167.62bhp@3750rpm 141.04bhp@5000rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4 4
Transmission Manual Automatic Manual
Gearbox 6-Speed 6-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type RWD FWD FWD
Colors
Mahindra Scorpio Colors
Tata Safari Colors
MG Motor Hector Plus Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 14.44 Kmpl 14.1 Kmpl 13.79 Kmpl
Tyre Size 235/65 R17 245/55/R19 215/55 R18
Boot Space 460 Liters 420 Liters ...
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes Yes
Airbags Driver and Passenger Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 33,694 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 51,824 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 40,484 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 96,391 Scorpio Insurance Rs. 1.32 Lakh Safari Insurance Rs. 89,775 Hector Plus Insurance
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Engine Type
mHAWK 4 Cylinder
Kryotec 2.0L
1.5L Turbocharged Intercooled
Engine Displacement
2184 cc
1956 cc
1451 cc
Max Power
130bhp@3750rpm
167.62bhp@3750rpm
141.04bhp@5000rpm
Max Torque
300Nm@1600-2800rpm
350Nm@1750-2500rpm
250Nm@1600-3600rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
4
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
Manual
Gearbox
6-Speed
6-Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
RWD
FWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
...
...
Fuel Supply System
CRDi
...
...
Turbo Charger
Drive Mode Types
...
ECO|CITY|SPORT
Eco,Normal,Sports

30-70 kmph (3rd gear)
7.57 s
...
...
40-80 kmph (4th gear)
12.8 s
...
...
Braking (100-0 kmph)
41.50 Meters
...
...
Braking (80-0 kmph)
26.14 Meters
...
...
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
60 Liters
50 Liters
60 Liters
Top Speed
165 Km/h
175 Km/h
195 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
14.44 Kmpl
14.1 Kmpl
13.79 Kmpl

Suspension Front
2
2
Suspension Rear
6
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
235/65 R17
245/55/R19
215/55 R18
Wheel Size
...
...
Tyre Type
Radial, Tubeless
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless, Radial

Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
Roof Mounted Sunglass Holder, Chrome Finish AC Vents, Mobile Pocket in Centre Console
Steering Wheel with Illuminated Logo, Soft Touch Dashboard with Anti-Reflective "Nappa" Grain Top Layer, Multi Mood Lights on Door Trims, Floor Console & Dashboard,Front Armrest with Cooled Storage,Air Purifier with AQI Display,Bejeweled Terrain Response Mode Selector with Display,Auto-Dimming IRVM
"Rear Metallic Scuff Plates,Front Metallic Scuff Plates,8 ColorAmbient Lighting with Voice Commands,Leatherette Door Armrest & Dashboard Insert,Inside Door Handles Finish(Chrome),FrontAnd Rear Reading Lights(LED),2nd Row Seat Recline,Vanity Mirror Illumination,Sunglasses Holder,Seat Back Pocket,Dual Tone Argil Brown & Black Interior Theme,2nd Row Seats Front & Back Slide Adjustable,3rd Row 50:50 Split Seats"
Rear Seat Headrest
Digital Cluster
...
Full
Air Conditioner
Ambient Light Colour
...
...
8
Seating Capacity
7
6
6
Doors
5
5
5
Boot Space
460 Liters
420 Liters
...

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
Projector Headlamps and LED Eyebrows, Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels, Painted Side Cladding, Ski Rack, Silver Skid Plate, Bonnet Scoop, Silver Finish Fender Bezel, Centre High Mount Stop Lamp, Static Bending Technology in Headlamps
Blackstone Alloy Wheels with Aero Inserts,Front LED DRLs + Centre Position Lamp,Connected LED Tail Lamp, Dark Badging, Sequential Turn Indicators on Front & Rear LED DRL, Welcome & Goodbye Animation on Front & Rear LED DRL
Chrome Insert in Front & Rear Skid Plates,Floating LightTurn Indicators,Projector Headlamps (LED),Tail Lamps(Full+Led),LED Blade Connected Tail Lights,Chrome Finish OnWindow Beltline,ChromeFinish On Outside Door Handles,Argyle-Inspired Diamond Mesh Grille,Side Body Cladding Finish(Chrome),Intelligent Turn Indicator
Rain Sensing Wiper
...
Xenon Headlights
...
...
Trunk Light
...
...
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4456*1820*1995 mm3
4668*1922*1795 mm3
4699*1835*1760 mm3
Wheelbase
2680 mm
2741 mm
2750 mm

Connectivity
...
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Micro Hybrid Technology,Lead-me-to-vehicle Headlamps,Headlamp Levelling Switch, Hydraulic Assisted Bonnet, Extended Power Window
3 rd Row Seats with 50:50 Split, Boss Mode, Terrain Response Modes (Normal, Rough & Wet), Gesture Controlled Powered Tailgate, Smart E-Shifter
"Sun roof Control From Touchscreen,Quiet Mode,Headunit Theme Store with Downloadable Themes,Preloaded Greeting Message On Entry (with customised message option),Remote Sun roof Open /Close,Remote Sun roof Open /Close,100+ Voice Commands to Control Sunroof, AC and More,Voice Commands to Control Ambient Lights,50+Hinglish Voice Commands,Navigation Voice Guidance in 5 Indian Languages,Navigation Group Travelling Mode,MGWeather,Park+ App to Discover and Book Parking,Smart Drive Information,Wi-Fi Connectivity (Home Wi-Fi/Mobile Hotspot),6-Way Power Adjustable Driver Seat,4-Way Power Adjustable Co-Driver Seat,AC Controls On The Headunit (With Auto AC),Leatherette Driver Armrest with Storage,All Windows & Sunroof Open By Remote Key,3rd Row Fast Charging USB Port,3rd Row AC with Separate Fan Speed Control"
USB Charger
...
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
With Storage
With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator
...
...
Luggage Hook and Net
...
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
...
Additional Entertainment Features
Infotainment With Bluetooth/USB/Aux and Phone Screen Mirroring, Intellipark
Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay, 250+ Native Voice Commands, Harman AudioworX Advanced with JBL Audio Modes,Connected Vehicle Technology with iRA 2.0
"Premium Sound System By Infinity,Advanced UI with Widget customization of homescreen with multiple Homepages,Customisable Widget Color with 7 color palette for homepage of Infotainment screen,Amplifier,AC & Mood Light in Car Remote Control in (i-SmartApp),MG Discover App (Restaurant, Hotels & Things to Do Search),Birthday Wish on Headunit (With Customisable Date Option),Customisable Lock Screen Wallpaper"
Smart Entry
...
...
Automatic Climate Control
Available
2 Zone
Available
Memory Functions For Seat
...
Front
...
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
...
3
Not Available
No of Speakers
...
5
8
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Wireless Phone Charging
...
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
...
2nd Row Captain Seats Tumble Fold
2nd Row Captain Seats Tumble Fold
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
...
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
...
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
...
Memory Function Seats
...
Front
...
Adjustable Headrest
Voice assisted sunroof
...
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
...
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
...
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
...
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Cigarette Lighter
...
...
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
Not Available
Panoramic
Dual Pane

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
...
2
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
...
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
...
Hill Descent Control
...
...
Hill Assist
...
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
...
360 View Camera
...
Airbags
Driver and Passenger
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
2
7
6
Brake Assist (BA)
...
...
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Panic Brake Indicatio
Roll Over Mitigation, Corner Stability Control, Brake Disc Wiping, After Impact Braking, Panic Brake Alert, 3-Point Seatbelt with Reminder for all Seats,Electronic Park Brake with Auto Hold,Advanced ESP with Driver Doze Off Alert,Emergency Call & Breakdown Call Assist
"Trumpet Horn,Digital Bluetooth Key with Key Sharing Function,Remote Car Light Flashing & Honking,AQI Updates,Critical Tyre Pressure Voice Alert,Low Battery Alert at Ignition On,Vehicle Overspeed Alert With Customisable Speed Limit,Find My Car,Send POI to Vehicle From App,WalkAway Auto Car Lock/Approach Auto Car Unlock"
Global NCAP Safety Rating
...
5 Star
...
Child Safety Lock
...
...
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
...
5 Star
...
Rear Wash Wiper
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
...
3
3

Automatic Emergency Braking
...
Forward Collision Warning
...
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
...
...
Lane Departure Warning
...
Lane Keep Assist
...
Driver Attention Warning
...
...
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
...
...
Adaptive High Beam Assist
...
...
Traffic Sign Recognition
...
Adaptive Cruise Control
...
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
...
...
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
...
...

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
...
Google / Alexa Connectivity
...
...
SOS Button
...
...
RSA
...
...
Smartwatch App
...
Live Location
...
Remote Immobiliser
...
...
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
...
...
Engine Start Alarm
...
Remote Vehicle Status Check
...
Digital Car Key
...
...
Hinglish Voice Commands
...
...
Navigation With Live Traffic
...
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
...
...
Live Weather
...
ECall And ICall
...
Save Route Place
...
...
Over Speeding Alert
...
Valet Mode
...
In Car Remote Control App
...
...
Remote Ac On Off
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock
...
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
...
...

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.
Tata Safari
  • Big on size and road presence
  • can seat 7 people comfortably
  • updated interiors have good quality and better finish
  • better infotainment experience with twin screens
  • advanced driver assistance system (ADAS)
Mahindra Scorpio
  • Lacking in interior quality and features
  • touch screen is especially laggy
  • no automatic or 4x4 option anymore.
Tata Safari
  • Diesel engine sounds gruff
  • no petrol or all-wheel drive option

Is Tata Safari Better Than Mahindra Scorpio?

60% users have chosen Tata Safari over Mahindra Scorpio in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 323 users have also rated Tata Safari and Mahindra Scorpio 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 Tata Safari is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, maintenance, safety and features in your car. But Mahindra Scorpio is better on the grounds of performance. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the cars equally.
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 Safari Scorpio
Mileage 4.3 4.2
Performance 4.3 4.6
Comfort 4.4 4.4
Maintenance 4.4 4.2
Safety 4.4 4.1
Features 4.7 4.5
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Which car is best between Mahindra Scorpio vs Tata Safari?
As per the users experiences Mahindra Scorpio is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your car. But Tata Safari is better on the grounds of mileage, maintenance, safety and features. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Mahindra Scorpio vs Tata Safari?
The Mahindra Scorpio is cheaper than Tata Safari by Rs. 9.37 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Mahindra Scorpio vs Tata Safari?
The Mahindra Scorpio delivers better mileage 14.44 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Mahindra Scorpio vs Tata Safari?
For the S 11 version, 2184 cc Diesel engine of Scorpio produces 130bhp@3750rpm of power and 300Nm@1600-2800rpm of torque. Whereas for the Accomplished Plus Dark 6S AT version, 1956 cc Diesel engine of Safari produces 167.62bhp@3750rpm of power and 350Nm@1750-2500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Mahindra Scorpio has better performance.

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