Mahindra Updates Flagship Scorpio N 2025
Mahindra & Mahindra has introduced key feature upgrades to its flagship SUV, the Scorpio N for the 2025 model year, with the top-spec Z8L variant now offering Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), an electric parking brake with auto-hold (even in manual transmission models), and a 65W Type-C fast charging port.
The Z8L variant, available in six-seater (captain seat) and seven-seater configurations, sees a price increase of ₹40,000–₹50,000 over the outgoing model. The six-seater is priced at ₹22,12,000 (ex-showroom), while the seven-seater comes in at ₹21,75,000.
Pricing and Powertrain Options
- Base Model Price: Starts at ₹14 lakh (ex-showroom)
- Top Z8L Six-Seater: ₹22.12 lakh (ex-showroom)
- Top Z8L Seven-Seater: ₹21.75 lakh (ex-showroom)
- Fuel Options: Petrol and diesel, with a ₹40,000–₹50,000 price gap between them
- Engines:
- Diesel: 2.2L mHawk producing 172 BHP and 370 Nm torque (RWD)
- Petrol: Turbocharged petrol option also available
- Transmissions: 6-speed manual and automatic
Key Exterior Highlights
The Scorpio N 2025 retains its imposing stance with 4,662 mm length, 1,917 mm width, 1,857 mm height, and a 2,750 mm wheelbase. Ground clearance is rated at 187 mm.
Notable exterior features include:
- ADAS hardware: Front radar sensor and windshield-mounted camera
- LED projector headlamps with sequential LED turn indicators
- C-shaped LED DRLs and LED fog lamps
- 18-inch alloy wheels with 255/60 R18 tyres (disc brakes on all four wheels)
- Silver-finished skid plates, roof rails, and chrome beltline
- Dual rear LED tail lamps (partially illuminated design)
- Rear parking sensors (two units) and reverse camera
Interior and Comfort Features
The updated Z8L focuses on luxury, practicality, and technology:
Cabin Highlights:
- Six-seater configuration with captain seats in the second row (seven-seater option also available)
- Mocha brown and black leather upholstery
- Electrically adjustable driver seat with lumbar support
- Ventilated front seats
- Dual-zone climate control with large rear AC vents
- Sony 12-speaker premium audio system
- Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay (8-inch infotainment display)
- ADAS Level 2 functionality for enhanced driving safety
- 65W Type-C charging port capable of laptop charging
- Wireless charging pad
- Electric parking brake with auto-hold (rare in manual SUVs)
Boot and Practicality in Scorpio N 2025
- Boot capacity: 460 litres with the third row folded
- Maximum capacity: 1,065 litres with second and third rows folded
- Rear bench seat in seven-seater; foldable captain seats in six-seater
- Underfloor storage for tool kit
- Spare wheel (steel rim, 245/65 R17 profile) mounted underneath
Safety Features
The Scorpio N 2025 Z8L comes equipped with six airbags, ABS with EBD, traction control, hill descent control, tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and ISOFIX mounts. The ADAS suite adds features such as forward collision warning, lane keep assist, and adaptive cruise control (depending on variant and market).
Market Position and Impact
By adding ADAS, a manual-transmission electric parking brake, and high-speed charging, Mahindra positions the Scorpio N 2025 Z8L as one of the most feature-rich, ladder-frame SUVs in its segment. The moderate price increase is likely to appeal to buyers seeking a premium, full-size SUV experience without crossing into higher luxury SUV pricing.
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