AI Verdict

Mahindra Scorpio NvsMaruti Suzuki Wagon R

Our AI verdict

It's a close call

These two vehicles serve entirely different buyers, so "better" depends on need. The Scorpio N is a rugged, powerful 7-seat body-on-frame SUV with a 200bhp turbo-petrol and 5-star Global NCAP rating, ideal for families and long hauls needing space and muscle. The Wagon R is a compact, budget-friendly hatchback with 6 airbags, far better fuel efficiency, and a much lower price, ideal for city commuting and value-conscious buyers.

Mahindra Scorpio N

Z2 2WD Petrol 2.0L Turbo Manual 7 STR (ESP)

₹13.69 - ₹25.49 Lakh

Ex-showroom price

Muscular Turbo-Petrol Engine
The 2.0L mStallion turbo petrol makes 200bhp and 370Nm, dwarfing the Wagon R's naturally aspirated 66bhp motor.
7-Seat Ladder-Frame SUV
Three rows of seating on a rugged ladder-frame chassis give it far greater passenger and towing capability than the Wagon R's 5-seat hatchback layout.
5-Star Global NCAP Rating
The Scorpio N carries a 5-star Global NCAP safety rating versus the Wagon R's 1-star rating.

AI Match

50%

It's a tie

Performance
88%
Comfort
75%
Luxury & Interior
70%
Technology
60%
Safety
70%
Ownership
55%
Practicality
85%
Value
55%

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

LXi Petrol 1.0L Manual

₹4.99 - ₹6.97 Lakh

Ex-showroom price

Dramatically More Affordable
At an ex-showroom price of ₹4,98,900 versus ₹13,49,000, the Wagon R costs a fraction of the Scorpio N.
Far Better Fuel Efficiency
ARAI-rated 24.35 kmpl (20 kmpl user reported) easily beats the Scorpio N's user-reported 15.5 kmpl, meaning lower running costs.
More Airbags
6 airbags (front, side, and curtain) on the Wagon R outnumber the Scorpio N's 2 airbags.

AI · Personalisation

Which one describes you?

Tell us how you drive. Your daily use changes the recommendation.

Personalised recommendation

Daily Commuter

Your AI pick

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

80% Match

For city commuting, the Wagon R's efficiency, compact size, and low price make it the far more practical daily driver.

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Why Wagon R for you?

Better Mileage

ARAI-rated 24.35 kmpl means significantly cheaper daily fuel costs than the Scorpio N.

Easier to Park

Its compact 3655mm length and tight turning radius suit crowded city streets and small parking spots.

Lower Purchase Cost

At under ₹5 lakh, it's a fraction of the Scorpio N's price, easing the commuting budget.

AI Insights

Every vehicle has a different personality.

Find out how the Mahindra Scorpio N and Maruti Suzuki Wagon R stack up across key factors and see what makes each of them unique.

Mahindra Scorpio N

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

What the shape reveals

The Scorpio N dominates on power, size, and interior richness while the Wagon R counters with superior efficiency, low running costs, and value, reflecting the classic big-SUV vs city-hatchback trade-off.

Muscular Turbo-Petrol Engine

The 2.0L mStallion turbo petrol makes 200bhp and 370Nm, dwarfing the Wagon R's naturally aspirated 66bhp motor.

7-Seat Ladder-Frame SUV

Three rows of seating on a rugged ladder-frame chassis give it far greater passenger and towing capability than the Wagon R's 5-seat hatchback layout.

Dramatically More Affordable

At an ex-showroom price of ₹4,98,900 versus ₹13,49,000, the Wagon R costs a fraction of the Scorpio N.

Far Better Fuel Efficiency

ARAI-rated 24.35 kmpl (20 kmpl user reported) easily beats the Scorpio N's user-reported 15.5 kmpl, meaning lower running costs.

Key Highlights

Strengths that matter every day.

A side-by-side look at what each one does best, so you can choose what fits your needs.

Mahindra Scorpio N

Strengths for those who prioritise power, comfort and safety.

Muscular Turbo-Petrol Engine
The 2.0L mStallion turbo petrol makes 200bhp and 370Nm, dwarfing the Wagon R's naturally aspirated 66bhp motor.
7-Seat Ladder-Frame SUV
Three rows of seating on a rugged ladder-frame chassis give it far greater passenger and towing capability than the Wagon R's 5-seat hatchback layout.
5-Star Global NCAP Rating
The Scorpio N carries a 5-star Global NCAP safety rating versus the Wagon R's 1-star rating.
Bigger, More Capable on Rough Roads
Double wishbone front and Pentalink rear suspension with FSD damping and off-road radial tyres suit poor roads and highways better than the Wagon R's simple MacPherson/torsion beam setup.
Richer Feature Set
It adds hill descent control, GPS navigation, remote engine start/stop, and a larger 8-inch touchscreen with a bigger digital instrument cluster, none of which the Wagon R offers.

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

Strengths for those who prioritise value, efficiency and safety.

Dramatically More Affordable
At an ex-showroom price of ₹4,98,900 versus ₹13,49,000, the Wagon R costs a fraction of the Scorpio N.
Far Better Fuel Efficiency
ARAI-rated 24.35 kmpl (20 kmpl user reported) easily beats the Scorpio N's user-reported 15.5 kmpl, meaning lower running costs.
More Airbags
6 airbags (front, side, and curtain) on the Wagon R outnumber the Scorpio N's 2 airbags.
Easier to Park and Manoeuvre
Its compact 3655mm length and lighter 825kg kerb weight make it far easier to drive and park in tight city spaces than the large 4662mm Scorpio N.
Longer Driving Range per Tank
A quoted 780km driving range lets it go further between fill-ups despite a smaller 32-litre fuel tank, thanks to its efficient engine.

Features & Specs

Features that matter every day.

Instead of counting features, we compare which ones each vehicle actually includes.

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Engine Performance

Battery Charging & Range
Driving Range 780 km
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Manual - 6 Gears Manual - 5 Gears
Drivetrain RWD FWD
Four-Wheel-Drive No
Differential Lock No
Drive Modes No
Terrain Modes No
Chassis Type Ladder Frame
Clutch Type Dry (Single Plate)

Suspension

Capacity & Dimensions

Tyre & Wheels

Warranty
Vehicle Warranty 3 Years / 100,000 kms

ADAS & Active Safety

Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.)

Brakes

AC & Climate Control

Doors, Mirrors & Wipers

Sunroof & Windows
Sunroof No
Power Windows Front & Rear Power Windows, Driver One-touch up/down Front Only Power Windows, Driver One-touch down
Window Sunshade No
Driver Assistance (Park Assist, Cruise Control, etc.)
Keyless Start/ Button Start No No
Parking Assist No No
Parking Sensors Rear Rear
Cruise Control No No

Storage

Seating & Ergonomics

Infotainment & Entertainment

Instrument Cluster

Steering
Steering Adjustment Tilt No
Steering-Mounted Controls Yes No
Steering Power assisted (Electric) steering with 3 spokes Power assisted (Electric) steering

Mileage	User Reported: 15.5 kmpl	ARAI: 24.35 kmpl \| User Reported: 20 kmpl
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Ethanol Compatibility	E20	E20
Engine Type	2.0L I4 mStallion 150 TGDi	K10C
Engine	1997 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Single-point fuel distribution	998 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	200 bhp @ 5000 rpm	66 bhp @ 5600 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	370 Nm @ 1750-3000 rpm	91.1 Nm @ 3400 rpm
Turbocharger/ Supercharger	Turbocharged	No
Idle Start/Stop	Yes	Yes
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2

Front Suspension	Double Wishbone Suspension with Coil over Shocks with FDD & MTV-CL, Hydraulic Double Acting, Telescopic Shock Absorber	MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Pentalink Suspension with WATT’s Linkage with FDD & MTV-CL,Hydraulic Double Acting, Telescopic Shock Absorber	Torsion Beam with Coil Spring
Advanced Suspension Features	No

Length Width Height	4662 mm * 1917 mm * 1857 mm	3655 mm * 1620 mm * 1675 mm
Wheelbase	2750 mm	2435 mm
Seating Capacity	7 Seats and 3 Rows	5 Seats and 2 Rows
Fuel Tank Capacity	57 litres	32 litres
Doors	5 Doors	5 Doors
Minimum Turning Radius		4.7 metres
Frequency Selective Damping (FSD)	Yes
Kerb Weight		825 kg
Gross Weight		1340 kg

Wheels	Steel Rims	Steel Rims
Front Tyres	245 / 65 R17	155 / 80 R13
Rear Tyres	245 / 65 R17	155 / 80 R13
Spare Wheel & Tyre	Steel, Located Underbody	Steel
Tyres	Off-road Radial - Tubeless Tyres	Radial - Tubeless Tyres

Airbags	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
NCAP Rating	5 Star (Global NCAP)	1 Star (Global NCAP)
Seatbelts	Pretensioning (Front)	Pretensioning (Front)
Child Seat Anchor Points	Yes	No
Engine Immobiliser	Yes	Yes
Puncture Repair Kit	No	No
Second Row Middle Seat Safety	Rear Middle Head Rest	Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Child Safety Lock	Yes	Yes
Tyre Inflator	No
Dashcam	No	No
Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch	No
Third Row Middle Seat Safety	No
Collapsible Steering Column	No
Low Rolling Resistance Tyres	Yes
Breakdown Assistance Call Button	No

Transmission	Manual - 6 Gears	Manual - 5 Gears
Drivetrain	RWD	FWD
Four-Wheel-Drive	No
Differential Lock	No
Drive Modes	No
Terrain Modes	No
Chassis Type	Ladder Frame
Clutch Type	Dry (Single Plate)

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System	No
ADAS	No
Forward Collision Warning	No
Lane Functions	No
Rear Collision Assist	No
High-beam Assist	No	No
Emergency Brake Light Flashing	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	No
Brake Sway Control	No
Video Recording	No
Thermal Incident Protection	No
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)		No

Brakes	Ventilated Disc (Front & Rear)	Disc (Front), Drum (Rear)
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)	Yes	Yes
Hill Hold Control	Yes	No
Brake Assist (BA)		No
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)	No	No
Hill Descent Control	Yes
Brake Disc Wiping	No

Air Conditioner	Manual (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control, Second row AC: Blower with Vents Behind Front Armrest)	Manual (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control)
Heater	Yes	Yes
Air Purifier	No	No

Central Locking	Manual Key-Operated	Manual Key-Operated
Interior Door Handles Finish	Silver	Unpainted
Fuel Fillers Lid	Capless
Adjustable ORVMs	Internally Adjustable	Internally Adjustable
Inside Rear View Mirror (iRVM)	No
Rear Defogger	No	No
Extendable Sun Visor		Co-Driver
Rear Wiper	No	No
Speed Sensing Door Lock	Yes	No
Exterior Door	Black Door Handles Finish, Pull Handles Type	Black Door Handles Finish
Boot Opener	Internal with Remote	Internal with Key
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)	Body-Coloured finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs	Both Sides
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Co-Driver	No
Rain-sensing Wipers	No	No

Sunroof	No
Power Windows	Front & Rear Power Windows, Driver One-touch up/down	Front Only Power Windows, Driver One-touch down
Window Sunshade	No

Keyless Start/ Button Start	No	No
Parking Assist	No	No
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Cruise Control	No	No

Bottle Holder in Doors	All Doors	All Doors
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Front Seatback Pockets	No	No
Sunglass Holder	No
Rear Parcel Tray		No
Cabin Boot Access	Yes	Yes
Third Row Cup Holders	No
Umbrella Storage in Door	No
Cup Holders	Cupholders in Front & Second Row	Cupholders in Front Only
Driver Armrest Storage	No	No
Bootspace	786 L (rear seats folded)	335 L
Boot Opener	Internal with Remote	Internal with Key
Heated/Cooled Cup Holders	No
Cooled Glovebox	No	No
Boot Open Warning	No

Driver Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	4 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	4 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back)
Second Row Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Fabric	Fabric
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Split Rear Seat	60:40	No
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Rear Armrest	Yes
Cabin Boot Access	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	No
Comfort Headrest	All Rows
Split Third Row Seat	No
Third Row Seat Type	Bench
Driver Armrest	No	No
Height Adjustable Seat Belt	No
Third Row Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Folding Rear Seat	Flat	Flat
Dead Pedal for Foot Rest	Yes

Infotainment Screen	8" Touch-screen Display	No
Audio System	4 Speakers	No
AM/FM Radio	Yes	No
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone Calls & Audio Streaming	No
Smart Connectivity	No	No
Input Methods	Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), Type C Wired Connectivity, Smart Watch Connectivity	No
Antenna	Roof-Mounted Antenna	Roof-Mounted Antenna
Gesture Control	No
Charging Ports	12V Power Outlet	12V Power Outlet
Integrated (in-dash) Music System	Yes	No
WiFi Hotspot	No
Voice Command	No	No
GPS Navigation System	Yes	No
Wireless Charger	No	No
Voice Assistant	No
What3Words -Address Based Navigation	No
Inbuilt Music App	No
Noise Levels	No
Speed Dependent Volume	No

Instrument Cluster Screen	10.66" Analogue - Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness	Analogue - Digital Instrument Cluster
Speedometer	Digital
Tachometer	Analogue	No
Clock	Digital	Digital
Gear Indicator	Yes	No
Gear Shift Indicator	No	Dynamic
Fuel Consumption	Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning	Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning
Heads Up Display (HUD)	No
Trip Meter	2 Trips Electronic	2 Trips Electronic
Average Speed	Yes	No
Navigation On Instrument Cluster	No
Low Battery Warning	No
Outside Temperature Gauge	No

Steering Adjustment	Tilt	No
Steering-Mounted Controls	Yes	No
Steering	Power assisted (Electric) steering with 3 spokes	Power assisted (Electric) steering

Headlights	Halogen	Halogen
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)	No	No
Fog Lights	No	No
Ambient Interior Lighting	No	No
Interior Lamps	Button Controlled Front and Rear Halogen Cabin lamps, Reading Lamp,	Front and Rear
Automatic Headlamps	No	No
Cornering Headlights	No
Follow Me Home Headlamps	No	No
Headlight Height Adjuster	Yes
Puddle Lamps	No
Taillights	LED	Halogen
Welcome and Goodbye Animation	No
Reflectors	No
Stop Lamp	Yes
Connected LED	No
Sequential Turn Indicators	No

Interior	Single Tone	Dual Tone (Beige and Black)
Roof Rails	No	No
Spoiler	No
Wrappings	No
Scuff Plates	Yes
Body-coloured Bumpers	Yes	Yes
Rub-strips	No
Body Kit	No	No
Exhaust	Chrome Finish
Skid Plate	Front
Special Badging	Yes

Emergency Call Button		No
Find My Car		No
Geo-fence		No
Check Vehicle Status via App		No
Remote AC: On / Off via App	No	No
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App	No	No
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App	No	No
Remote Engine Start/Stop	Yes
Alexa Compatibility	No
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App	No
Connected Car App	No
In-Car Remote	No

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder	Yes	Yes
Boot Open Warning	No
Perimetric alarm system	No
Tow Away Alert	No

Mahindra Scorpio NvsMaruti Suzuki Wagon R

Mahindra Scorpio N

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

Which one describes you?

Daily Commuter

Enthusiast

Family

Long-Distance

Every vehicle has a different personality.

What the shape reveals

Strengths that matter every day.

Mahindra Scorpio N

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

Features that matter every day.

Engine Performance

Battery Charging & Range

Transmission & Drivetrain

Suspension

Capacity & Dimensions

Tyre & Wheels

Warranty

ADAS & Active Safety

Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.)

Brakes

AC & Climate Control

Doors, Mirrors & Wipers

Sunroof & Windows

Driver Assistance (Park Assist, Cruise Control, etc.)

Storage

Seating & Ergonomics

Infotainment & Entertainment

Instrument Cluster

Steering

Lighting & Visibilty

Mobile App & Remote Controls

Design & Styling

Warning & Alerts

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