AI Verdict

Mahindra ScorpiovsTata Nexon

Our AI recommends

Tata Nexon

72% Match

The Nexon is the smarter overall pick for most buyers - it costs nearly half as much, packs a 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating with 6 airbags, ESP and traction control, plus modern touches like LED lighting and drive modes. The Scorpio counters with genuine 3-row, 7-seat off-road capability, a bigger diesel engine with more torque, and true body-on-frame ruggedness, making it the better choice specifically for large families or those needing a tough, load-hauling vehicle.

Mahindra Scorpio

S Diesel Turbo Manual 7 STR

₹13.37 - ₹17.4 Lakh

Ex-showroom price

Bigger, Torquier Diesel Heart
The 2.2L mHawk diesel makes 130 bhp and a stout 300 Nm, giving it far more low-end pulling power than the Nexon's 1.2L turbo-petrol's 170 Nm.
True 7-Seat, 3-Row Family Hauler
With 7 seats across 3 rows versus the Nexon's 5-seat layout, the Scorpio is built to carry more people on longer trips.
Ladder-Frame Ruggedness
Its Ladder Frame chassis with crawl control and rear tow hooks is engineered for tougher, load-bearing and off-road duty compared to the Nexon's unibody construction.

AI Match

72%

Tata Nexon

Performance
55%
Comfort
60%
Luxury & Interior
58%
Technology
55%
Safety
85%
Ownership
70%
Practicality
55%
Value
80%

Tata Nexon

Smart Petrol 1.2L Turbo 5 Speed Manual

₹7.4 - ₹14.52 Lakh

Ex-showroom price

5-Star Safety, 6 Airbags
The Nexon carries a 5-Star Bharat NCAP rating with 6 airbags, ESP, traction control and hill hold control, safety tech the Scorpio simply doesn't offer.
Nearly Half the Price
At an ex-showroom price of ₹7,39,990 versus the Scorpio's ₹13,36,700, the Nexon delivers modern features at a fraction of the cost.
Modern LED Lighting Throughout
LED headlights, LED DRLs and LED taillights give the Nexon a more contemporary and better-visibility lighting setup versus the Scorpio's halogen headlights.

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Daily Commuter

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Tata Nexon

85% Match

+13%vs 72% overall match

The Nexon's smaller footprint, better mileage, lower price, and modern safety kit make it far more practical for everyday city driving than the bulky, feature-sparse Scorpio.

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Why Nexon for you?

Better fuel economy

17 kmpl reported mileage on the Nexon beats the Scorpio's 15 kmpl, saving money on daily fuel costs.

Easier to park and maneuver

At 3995mm length vs the Scorpio's 4456mm, the Nexon is far easier to navigate through city traffic and tight parking spots.

Much lower price

At Rs 7.4 lakh vs Rs 13.37 lakh, the Nexon is nearly half the price, ideal for a commuter budget.

AI Insights

Every vehicle has a different personality.

Find out how the Mahindra Scorpio and Tata Nexon stack up across key factors and see what makes each of them unique.

Mahindra Scorpio

Tata Nexon

Tata Nexon pulls ahead overall

The Scorpio's radar bulges out on raw power, size and off-road toughness while sagging badly on safety and technology; the Nexon is the mirror image - a compact, tech-forward, safety-first package that trades outright capability for everyday polish and value.

5-Star Safety, 6 Airbags

The Nexon carries a 5-Star Bharat NCAP rating with 6 airbags, ESP, traction control and hill hold control, safety tech the Scorpio simply doesn't offer.

Nearly Half the Price

At an ex-showroom price of ₹7,39,990 versus the Scorpio's ₹13,36,700, the Nexon delivers modern features at a fraction of the cost.

Modern LED Lighting Throughout

LED headlights, LED DRLs and LED taillights give the Nexon a more contemporary and better-visibility lighting setup versus the Scorpio's halogen headlights.

A Trade-off

The 2.2L mHawk diesel makes 130 bhp and a stout 300 Nm, giving it far more low-end pulling power than the Nexon's 1.2L turbo-petrol's 170 Nm.

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

Strengths for those who prioritise power and range.

Bigger, Torquier Diesel Heart
The 2.2L mHawk diesel makes 130 bhp and a stout 300 Nm, giving it far more low-end pulling power than the Nexon's 1.2L turbo-petrol's 170 Nm.
True 7-Seat, 3-Row Family Hauler
With 7 seats across 3 rows versus the Nexon's 5-seat layout, the Scorpio is built to carry more people on longer trips.
Ladder-Frame Ruggedness
Its Ladder Frame chassis with crawl control and rear tow hooks is engineered for tougher, load-bearing and off-road duty compared to the Nexon's unibody construction.
Larger Fuel Tank for Long Hauls
A 60-litre tank versus the Nexon's 44 litres means fewer fuel stops on long journeys, useful given its lower reported efficiency.
Bigger Footprint, Bigger Tyres
At 4456mm long with a 2680mm wheelbase and 235/65 R17 tyres, the Scorpio offers a noticeably larger, more commanding road presence than the compact Nexon.

Tata Nexon

Strengths for those who prioritise safety, value and performance.

5-Star Safety, 6 Airbags
The Nexon carries a 5-Star Bharat NCAP rating with 6 airbags, ESP, traction control and hill hold control, safety tech the Scorpio simply doesn't offer.
Nearly Half the Price
At an ex-showroom price of ₹7,39,990 versus the Scorpio's ₹13,36,700, the Nexon delivers modern features at a fraction of the cost.
Modern LED Lighting Throughout
LED headlights, LED DRLs and LED taillights give the Nexon a more contemporary and better-visibility lighting setup versus the Scorpio's halogen headlights.
Selectable Drive Modes
Eco, City and Sport drive modes let the Nexon adapt its throttle character to conditions, a flexibility the Scorpio's single-mode setup lacks.
Digital Instrument Readouts
A digital speedometer and tachometer with average speed and outside temperature display give the Nexon a more informative cluster than the Scorpio's analogue gauges.

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
Pure Electric Driving Mode No

Transmission & Drivetrain

Suspension

Capacity & Dimensions

Tyre & Wheels

Warranty
Vehicle Warranty 2 Years / 75,000 kms 3 Years / 100,000 kms
Off Road essentials
Snorkel No
Brake Locking Differential No
Crawl Control Yes
Welded Tow Hooks Rear

ADAS & Active Safety

Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.)

Brakes

AC & Climate Control
Air Conditioner Manual (Front AC: 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

Doors, Mirrors & Wipers

Sunroof & Windows
Sunroof No No
Power Windows Front & Rear Power Windows Front Only Power Windows
Window Sunshade No No
Driver Assistance (Park Assist, Cruise Control, etc.)
Keyless Start/ Button Start No No
Parking Assist Reverse Camera with Guidance No
Parking Sensors Rear Rear
Cruise Control No No

Mileage	User Reported: 15 kmpl	User Reported: 17 kmpl
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Ethanol Compatibility		E20
Engine Type	2.2 L mHawk	1.2L Turbocharged Revotron Engine
Engine	2184 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Liquid Cooled	1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 2 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	130 bhp @ 3750 rpm	118 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	300 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm	170 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm
Turbocharger/ Supercharger	Turbocharged (Variable Geometry)	Turbocharged
Idle Start/Stop	Yes
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Acceleration	0-100 km/h in 14.01 seconds (claimed)

Transmission	Manual - 6 Gears	Manual - 5 Gears, Sport Mode
Drivetrain	RWD	FWD
Four-Wheel-Drive	No	No
Differential Lock	No	No
Drive Modes		3 - ECO, CITY AND SPORT
Terrain Modes		No
Chassis Type	Ladder Frame	Unibody/Monocoque Frame
Clutch Type	Dry (Single Plate)

Front Suspension	Double Wish-bone Type, Independent Front Coil Spring	Independent, lower wishbone, Mcpherson strut with coil spring
Rear Suspension	Mulit-link Coil Spring Suspension with Anti-Roll Bar	Semi-independent, Open Profile Twist Beam with Stabiliser Bar, Coil Spring and Shock Absorber
Advanced Suspension Features	No	No

Length Width Height	4456 mm * 1820 mm * 1995 mm	3995 mm * 1804 mm * 1620 mm
Wheelbase	2680 mm	2498 mm
Seating Capacity	7 Seats and 3 Rows	5 Seats and 2 Rows
Fuel Tank Capacity	60 litres	44 litres
Doors	5 Doors	5 Doors
Minimum Turning Radius	5.4 metres
Ground Clearance		208 mm (unladen)

Wheels	Steel Rims	Steel Rims
Front Tyres	235 / 65 R17	195 / 60 R16
Rear Tyres	235 / 65 R17	195 / 60 R16
Spare Wheel & Tyre	Steel, Located Underbody	Steel
Tyres	Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres	Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres

Snorkel	No
Brake Locking Differential	No
Crawl Control	Yes
Welded Tow Hooks	Rear

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System		No
ADAS	No	No
Forward Collision Warning	No	No
Lane Functions	No	No
Rear Collision Assist	No	No
High-beam Assist	No	No
Emergency Brake Light Flashing	No	No
Anti Theft Alarm	No
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS)	No
Active headrest	No
Video Recording	No
CNG Leak Detection	No
Thermal Incident Protection	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	No

Airbags	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
NCAP Rating	Not Tested	5 Star (Bharat NCAP)
Seatbelts	No	Pretensioning with Load Limiter (All)
Child Seat Anchor Points	No	Yes
Engine Immobiliser	Yes	Yes
Puncture Repair Kit	No	No
Second Row Middle Seat Safety	No	Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Child Safety Lock	Yes	Yes
Dashcam	No	No
Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch	No	Yes
Third Row Middle Seat Safety	No	No
Collapsible Steering Column	Yes
Breakdown Assistance Call Button	No

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

Air Conditioner	Manual (Front AC: 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	Yes
Interior Door Handles Finish	Painted	Painted
Fuel Fillers Lid		Manual
Adjustable ORVMs	Externally Adjustable	Internally Adjustable
Inside Rear View Mirror (iRVM)		No
Rear Defogger	No	No
Heated ORVM	No
Anti-glare ORVMs	No	No
Extendable Sun Visor	Co-Driver
Rear Wiper	No	No
Speed Sensing Door Lock	No	Yes
Exterior Door	Black Door Handles Finish, Pull Handles Type	Body Coloured Door Handles
Boot Opener	Cabin-Release	Internal with Key
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)	Both Sides	Both Sides
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Co-Driver	Co-Driver
Rain-sensing Wipers	No	No
Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper	No

Sunroof	No	No
Power Windows	Front & Rear Power Windows	Front Only Power Windows
Window Sunshade	No	No

Keyless Start/ Button Start	No	No
Parking Assist	Reverse Camera with Guidance	No
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Cruise Control	No	No

Bottle Holder in Doors	Yes
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Front Seatback Pockets	Yes	No
Sunglass Holder	No	No
Rear Parcel Tray		No
Cabin Boot Access	Yes	Yes
Third Row Cup Holders	No
Lockable Glovebox	No	No
Umbrella Storage in Door	No	Yes
Cup Holders	No	Cupholders in Front Only
Driver Armrest Storage	No	No
Bootspace		382 L
Boot Opener	Cabin-Release	Internal with Key
Heated/Cooled Cup Holders	No
Cooled Glovebox	No	No
Boot Open Warning	Yes	Yes

Driver Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Second Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Vinyl	Fabric
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Split Rear Seat	No	No
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Rear Armrest	No	No
Cabin Boot Access	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	No	No
Split Third Row Seat	No
Third Row Seat Type	Jump Seats
Driver Armrest	No	No
Height Adjustable Seat Belt	No	No
Folding Rear Seat	Flat	Flat

Infotainment Screen	No
Audio System	No	No
AM/FM Radio	No	No
Bluetooth Compatibility	No	No
Smart Connectivity	No	No
Input Methods	No	No
Antenna	Roof-Mounted Antenna	Yes
Gesture Control	No	No
Charging Ports	1 x 12V Power Outlet	1 x 12V Power Outlet
Integrated (in-dash) Music System	No	No
WiFi Hotspot	No
Voice Command	No	No
GPS Navigation System	No	No
Wireless Charger	No	No
Voice Assistant	No
What3Words -Address Based Navigation	No	No
Inbuilt Music App	No
Ambient Sounds		No
Speed Dependent Volume		Yes

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

Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt
Steering-Mounted Controls	No	No
Steering	Power assisted (Hydraulic) steering with 4 spokes	Power-assisted (Electric) steering with 2 spokes
Additional Steering Features	No	No

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

Over The Air (OTA) Updates		No
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	Yes
Remote Engine Start/Stop	No
Alexa Compatibility	No	No
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App	No	No
Anti Theft Immobilisation		Yes
Connected Car App	No
Summon Mode		No
In-Car Payment		No

Interior	Dual Tone (Grey and Black)	Dual Tone (Off-White and Grey)
Grille Design		High gloss black front grille Grille
Roof Rails	No	No
Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Wrappings	No
Scuff Plates	No	Optional
Body-coloured Bumpers	No	Yes
Rub-strips	No	Black
Body Kit	Cladding - Black/Grey	Cladding - Black/Grey
Exhaust	Silver
Skid Plate	No	Front & Rear
Diffuser		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
Dual Tone Horn	No
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder	Yes	Yes
Boot Open Warning	Yes	Yes
Perimetric alarm system	No	No
Tow Away Alert	No

Mahindra ScorpiovsTata Nexon

Mahindra Scorpio

Tata Nexon

Which one describes you?

Daily Commuter

Enthusiast

Family

Long-Distance

Every vehicle has a different personality.

Tata Nexon pulls ahead overall

Strengths that matter every day.

Mahindra Scorpio

Tata Nexon

Features that matter every day.

Engine Performance

Battery Charging & Range

Transmission & Drivetrain

Suspension

Capacity & Dimensions

Tyre & Wheels

Warranty

Off Road essentials

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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