Mahindra Scorpio-N gets one lakh bookings in just 30 minutes

The Mahindra Scorpio-N is available in seven different body colors.

The Mahindra Scorpio-N flew off the shelves on Saturday morning, when the company opened online bookings for the latest SUV to join the Mahindra lineup. The first batch of around 20,000 Scorpio-N units, which will be sold alongside the existing Scorpio, received one lakh bookings in the first half hour after the reservation window opened this morning. The first 25,000 bookings, which will be eligible for the introductory prices, were completed in less than a minute.

Mahindra has had tremendous success with its recent SUVs, such as the updated Thar and the new XUV700, which have received a massively overwhelming response from the market. However, this has resulted in longer wait times. However, company officials previously told HT Auto that lessons have been learned and that, while demand is high, it is critical to meet it. As a result, Mahindra’s Scorpio-N strategy has been crystal clear. Around 20,000 units were placed in the initial rollout stage, and deliveries would be made on a first-come, first-served basis, depending on factors such as time of booking, variant selected, fuel type, and so on. The SUV’s Z8L variant will be prioritized for delivery. The company also stated that deliveries would begin from September 26 and be carried out till the end of December.

Bookings for the Mahindra Scorpio-N would continue to be accepted, but those who do so now would only receive a delivery date in 2023.

The Mahindra Scorpio-N is available in five different engine and transmission configurations: Z2, Z4, Z6, Z8, and Z8L. According to the company, production of the Z8L has been prioritized based on customer requests. Engine and transmission of the Mahindra Scorpio-N: The Scorpio-N is available with two engines: a 2.2-litre diesel and a 2.0-litre petrol. The petrol engine produces 203 PS and peak torque of 370/380 Nm. The diesel engine produces 175 PS and peak torque of 370/400 Nm.

The torque output is determined by whether the customer chooses a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission. The diesel engine is tuned at a lower level in the Z2 and Z4. It generates 130 PS and 300 Nm. These two variants are only available with a manual transmission.

All of the powertrains are rear-wheel drive, with the exception of the diesel engine, which is four-wheel drive. Furthermore, the diesel engine has three drive modes. Exterior features of the Mahindra Scorpio-N: The Scorpio-exterior N’s is macho, and the SUV has a commanding presence on the road. There are dual barrel LED headlamps with sequential turn indicators, LED fog lamps with Daytime Running Lamps, diamond-cut alloy wheels in 17 or 18-inch sizes, and vertically stacked LED tail lamps. Highlights of the Mahindra Scorpio-N cabin and features: The Scorpio-cabin N’s vastly improves on the Scorpio Classic’s. It is now finished in a dual-tone coffee brown and black theme.

There is an electric sunroof, a push-button engine start/stop, automatic headlamps and wipers, electric driver seat adjustment, dual-zone climate control, and rear AC vents, among other features. The manufacturer’s new AdrenoX system powers the touchscreen infotainment system. It supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and is equipped with a Sony sound system. The Scorpio-N will also be available with captain seats, according to Mahindra. Competitors of the Mahindra Scorpio-N: The Scorpio-main N’s competitors are the Tata Safari, Harrier, Hyundai Alcazar, Creta, Kia Seltos, and the MG Hector Twins.

Source:ASTech