Mahindra Scorpio vs Volkswagen Taigun

Last Updated: August 27, 2026

Volkswagen Taigun price starts at Rs. 11.00 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.37 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 Taigun delivers 19.98 kmpl. On the performance front, the Scorpio uses a 2184cc engine producing 130bhp@3750rpm and the Taigun a 999cc engine producing 114bhp@5000-5500rpm. If you're deciding between the Scorpio and Taigun, the Taigun is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Scorpio stands out for performance.

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Scorpio vs Taigun Comparison Summary

Specification Mahindra ScorpioVolkswagen Taigun
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.37 LakhRs. 11.00 Lakh
Mileage 14.44 kmpl19.98 kmpl
Engine 2184 cc999 cc
Max power 130bhp@3750rpm114bhp@5000-5500rpm
Top speed 165 Km/hNot Available

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Basic Info Mahindra Scorpio SVolkswagen Taigun Comfortline
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Brand Name Mahindra Volkswagen
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.37 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 11.00 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2184 cc 999 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 130bhp@3750rpm 114bhp@5000-5500rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 3
Transmission Manual Manual
Gearbox 6-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type RWD FWD
Colors
Mahindra Scorpio Colors
Volkswagen Taigun Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 14.44 Kmpl 19.98 Kmpl
Tyre Size 235/65 R17 205/60 R16
Boot Space 460 Liters 385 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control No Yes
Cruise Control No No
Airbags Driver and Passenger Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 25,858 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 21,277 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 79,316 Scorpio Insurance Rs. 45,365 Taigun Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Yes
Displacement
2184 cc
999 cc
Engine Type
mHAWK 4 Cylinder
1.0L TSI
Engine Displacement
2184 cc
999 cc
Max Power
130bhp@3750rpm
114bhp@5000-5500rpm
Max Torque
300Nm@1600-2800rpm
178Nm@1850-4000rpm
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
TSI
Kerb Weight
Not Available
1213 Kg
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
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
60 Liters
50 Liters
Top Speed
165 Km/h
Not Available
Mileage (ARAI)
14.44 Kmpl
19.98 Kmpl

Shock Absorbers Type
Hydraulic
Not Available
steeringGearType
Not Available
Rack & Pinio
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
5.05 m
Tyre Size
235/65 R17
205/60 R16
Wheel Size
17
16
Tyre Type
Radial
Radial Tubeless

Ventilated Seats
Not Available
No
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Upholstery
Not Available
Fabric
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Ambient light
Digital Cluster
Not Available
No
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding
Not Available
1405 Litres
Seating Capacity
7
5
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
460 Liters
385 Liters

Alloy Wheels
No
No
Rain Sensing Wiper
Not Available
No
Wheel Covers
Not Available
Yes
ORVM
Manual
Powered
Boot Opening
Manual
Not Available
Automatic Driving Lights
No
Yes
Cornering Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Cornering Foglamps
No
Not Available
Integrated Antenna
No
Not Available
LED DRLs
No
Yes
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
Pole Type
Roof Rails
No
Yes
LED Headlamps
No
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4456*1820*1995 mm3
4221*1760*1612 mm3
Wheelbase
2680 mm
2651 mm
No. Of Doors
5
5

USB Charger
Not Available
Not Available
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator
No
Yes
Lane Change Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
Not Available
No of Speakers
No
6
Adjustable Steering
Not Available
4
Android Auto
Not Available
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Yes
Bluetooth
No
Yes
USB Ports
Not Available
Available
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Not Available
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
No
Yes
Speakers
Not Available
Front & Rear
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
Yes
Cruise Control
No
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
0 inch
7 inch
Wireless Phone Charging
Not Available
No
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Not Available
Bench Folding
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
No
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
No
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
Not Available
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
No
No
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
Yes
Touch-screen Display
No
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
No
Follow me home headlamps
No
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Door Pockets
Not Available
Not Available
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Not Available
Not Available

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
No
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Hill Assist
Not Available
No
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Not Available
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
No
Not Available
Anti Theft Device
No
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
No
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
No
No
Speed Alert
Yes
Not Available
SOS Emergency Assistance
Not Available
No
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
Geo-fence Alert
Not Available
No
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Panic Brake Indicatio
Not Available
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Rear
Rear Wash Wiper
No
Yes
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
No
No
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
No
Yes
Rear Camera
Not Available
No
Side Airbag
No
Yes

Real Time Vehicle Tracking
Not Available
No
Inbuilt Apps
Not Available
No
SOS Button
Not Available
No
Live Location
Not Available
No
Puc Expiry
Not Available
No
Insurance Expiry
Not Available
No
Inbuilt Assistant
Not Available
No
ECall And ICall
Not Available
No
Save Route Place
Not Available
No
Tow Away Alert
No
Not Available
Valet Mode
Not Available
No

grossWeight
Not Available
1643 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 Volkswagen Taigun FAQs

Which car is cheaper Mahindra Scorpio vs Volkswagen Taigun?
The Volkswagen Taigun is cheaper than Mahindra Scorpio by ₹2.37 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Mahindra Scorpio vs Volkswagen Taigun?
The Volkswagen Taigun delivers better mileage 19.98 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Mahindra Scorpio vs Volkswagen Taigun?
For the S version, 2184 cc Diesel engine of Scorpio produces 130bhp@3750rpm of power and 300Nm@1600-2800rpm of torque. Whereas for the Comfortline version, 999 cc Petrol engine of Taigun produces 114bhp@5000-5500rpm of power and 178Nm@1850-4000rpm of torque

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