News & Top StoriesIn January 2024, more over 90% of Mahindra Scorpio purchasers selected the diesel drivetrain.
- The diesel and turbo-petrol engines are the same for all three vehicles.
- Scorpio N and Scorpio Classic are two of the Scorpio figures.
- Mahindra is unlikely to phase out its diesel engines anytime soon given the tremendous demand for its diesel-powered vehicles.
One of the largest automakers in India, Mahindra is renowned for producing strong and durable SUVs. The fact that most Mahindra SUVs come with a choice of gasoline or diesel engines is one feature that sets them apart from their competitors. Popular vehicles in the group, such as the Mahindra Thar, XUV700, and Scorpio N, are available with identical 2-liter turbo-petrol and 2.2-liter diesel engines in various levels of performance. Here, we examine the gasoline versus diesel sales breakdown of Mahindra vehicles for January 2024 to determine which fuel type is more in demand.
Maruti Scorpio and Scorpio N
| Powertrain | January 2023 | January 2024 |
| Petrol | 654 | 765 |
| Diesel | 8,061 | 13,528 |
The combined sales numbers for the Mahindra Scorpio N and Scorpio Classic are as follows. Here, there is a 4X4 option, manual and automatic transmission options, and a diesel engine.
One thing to keep in mind is that the petrol sales data only apply to the Scorpio N because the Scorpio Classic only comes with the diesel manual engine transmission combo.
| Powertrain | January 2023 | January 2024 |
| Petrol | 7.5 % | 5.4 % |
| Diesel | 92.5 % | 94.6 % |
The 2.2-liter diesel engine is preferred with this tough SUV, which had sales of over 14,000 vehicles in January 2024. Not only do the gasoline versions have lower sales numbers, but their sales have decreased when compared to the same month the previous year.
Mahindra Thar
| Powertrain | January 2023 | January 2024 |
| Petrol | 334 | 657 |
| Diesel | 4,076 | 5,402 |
Similar sales splits exist for the Mahindra Thar as well, with diesel vehicles outselling petrol ones in terms of client demand. The Mahindra Thar has three engine options—the 1.5-liter diesel, the turbo-petrol, and the diesel engines discussed earlier—but only when it comes to the RWD (rear-wheel drive) versions.
| Powertrain | January 2023 | January 2024 |
| Petrol | 7.6 % | 10.8 % |
| Diesel | 92.4 % | 89.2 % |
On the other hand, sales of the gasoline variants have climbed over the previous year, accounting for more over 10% of total sales.
Mahindra XUV700
| Powertrain | January 2023 | January 2024 |
| Petrol | 1,375 | 1,989 |
| Diesel | 4,412 | 5,217 |
Sales of the Mahindra XUV700 for both gasoline and diesel saw rise, but the demand for the diesel variants remained higher than the demand for the gasoline version. The gasoline units fell short of 2000 units, but the diesel units exceeded the 5000 unit sales threshold.
| Powertrain | January 2023 | January 2024 |
| Petrol | 23.8 % | 27.6 % |
| Diesel | 76.2 % | 72.4 % |
However, compared to January 2024, the sales percentage of its gasoline variations did experience an increase of almost four percent.
It is evident from these sales statistics for well-known Mahindra models that Mahindra buyers favor purchasing diesel-powered vehicles. Therefore, it appears Mahindra’s diesel lineup is here to stay, despite the ongoing price increases for the diesel engines that will soon be required to comply with even higher pollution requirements. Which would you rather use: electric, gasoline, or diesel? Tell us in the comments below.
News & Top Stories5-door Mahindra Thar Is Noticed in the Camouflage Once More, a Close-Up of the Rear Profile
- 5-door Mahindra Thar: receives modest design upgrades over the existing 3-door Thar Mahindra.
- most likely include a fresh cabin concept.
- A larger touchscreen infotainment system, a fully digital driver’s display, and a single-pane sunroof are among the new features.
- Pricing is anticipated to start at Rs 15 lakh (ex-showroom).
Although it has been in the testing stage for some time, the 5-door Mahindra Thar is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated cars of 2024. Although the date of debut is still unknown, there have been more reports of seeing its production-ready test mules, suggesting that the launch may occur soon. Here are all the characteristics of the larger Thar’s rear profile that was photographed in the most recent spy unit.
Exterior
The most striking similarity between it and the contemporary 3-door Thar is from the back. It has the same bumper style, vertically positioned rectangular LED tail lights, and a spare wheel located on the tailgate.
With its circular headlights (now LED units with ring-like LED DRLs) and bumper design, the front profile is even identical to the three-door model. There are slight modifications to the front grille. But the fog lamps are still halogen lights.
Its side features the same alloy wheel style and two more doors for the comfort of the backseat passengers. Nevertheless, it is from this perspective that the SUV’s extended wheelbase becomes apparent.
Safety & Features
Recently, a detailed spy photo of the 5-door Thar’s interior revealed a larger touchscreen infotainment system and a fully digital driver’s display, both of which are probably 10.25-inch displays. In addition to these screens, it has a single-pane sunroof, automated climate control, Type-C charging connections, an auto-dimming IRVM, and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
The Mahindra SUV is anticipated to be equipped with electronic stability control (ESC), front and rear parking sensors, ISOFIX child seat anchors, a rearview camera, and up to six airbags for further safety. Upgrading the 5-door Thar to a higher model can also add a 360-degree camera.
Powertrain
The Mahindra Thar 5-door will be available with the same 2-liter turbo-petrol and 2.2-liter diesel engine options as its 3-door counterpart. The three-door variant of these engines offers 152 PS (petrol) and 132 PS (diesel). They’ll probably arrive at a higher tune in the 5-door Thar, though. The longer model will probably be available with both 4-wheel-drive (4WD) and rear-wheel-drive (RWD) configurations.
Expected Price & Rivals
The 5-door Mahindra Thar is anticipated to go on sale later this year at a starting price of Rs 15 lakh (ex-showroom). It will directly compete with the planned 5-door Force Gurkha and serve as a high-end substitute for the Maruti Jimny.
Car BlogUpcoming Car Under Rs 10-15 Lakhs
Upcoming Cars : The Mahindra BE.05 Coupe is scheduled to go on sale in India in October 2025, with a projected price tag of between Rs. 12.00 and Rs. 16.00 lakh.
It will be built on the INGLO platform and may include a 60kWh battery pack connected to an electric motor for a 450km maximum range. Mahindra claims that it can sustain 175kW of fast charging and charge from 0% to 80% in 30 minutes. The INGLO platform can produce 285 horsepower and 395 horsepower, respectively, and is capable of both rear-wheel drive (RWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) systems.
The Mahindra BE.05 has dimensions of 4,370 mm in length, 1,900 mm in width, 1,653 mm in height, and 2,775 mm in wheelbase. The Mahindra BE.05 has aero alloy wheels, an integrated roof spoiler, and a coupé-style top. (Upcoming Cars)
To further improve safety, the vehicle may include cutting-edge driver aid features like adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assistance. In addition, it will have additional vital components that enhance safety, like multiple airbags, ABS, EBD, and sophisticated seatbelts.
Car BlogUpcoming Cars Under Rs15-20 Lakhs in 2024
The Mahindra Thar 5-Door SUV has five seats. In India, the Mahindra Thar 5-Door is anticipated to go on sale in March 2024. Mahindra Thar 5-Door is set to compete with Jimny. Prices should start at 15 lakh.
The 2-liter turbocharged petrol and 2.2-liter diesel engines that power the 3-door Thar will power the 5-door model, but with a slightly altered tune. It is recommended that 6-speed manual and automatic transmissions be available for these engines. Mahindra is anticipated to provide 4WD and RWD versions of the 5-door Thar.
The 5-door Thar will have push-button start/stop, dual-zone climate control with rear AC vents, and LED headlights and DRLs in addition to the features seen on the 3-door Thar. Additionally, a 10.25-inch touchscreen device is anticipated.
The five-door Thar is anticipated to have six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), ABS with EBD, front and rear parking sensors, ISOFIX child seat anchors, a rearview camera, and, in higher variations, a 360-degree camera.
Regarding introduction, Mahindra has stated that the 5 Door Thar would take on the newly introduced 5 Door Maruti Jimny and the soon-to-be 5 Door Force Gurkha when it launches sometime in 2024. Mahindra is anticipated to start charging Rs. 16 lakhs for the Thar 5 Door.
Car BlogElectric Car Under Rs 15-20 Lakhs
The Mahindra XUV400 EV is an electric Car with five seats. The base pricing of the Mahindra XUV400 EV is Rs. 15.49 Lakh, while the top variant is Rs. 19.39 Lakh. With nine variations, the battery range ranges from 375 to 456 kilometers. It has fast charging capabilities and can be charged in 6 hours and 30 minutes at 7.2 kW AC (0–100%). It comes with two to six safety airbags. It can go from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in 8.3 seconds, with a maximum speed of 150 kmph. Eleven colors are available for this model. The Mahindra XUV400 EV has a 4.3 out of 5 user rating overall based on user reviews.
A 150 PS/310 Nm electric motor and a 34.5 kWh or 39.5 kWh battery pack are included in the package. The latter gives a stated range of 456 km, whereas the former claims a range of 375 km.
375 to 456 km/full charge is the Mahindra XUV400’s mileage, according to ARAI. 456 kilometers per full charge can be achieved by the Automatic Electric Car engine.
News & Top StoriesProducing Over One Lakh Mahindra Scorpio Ns
Mahindra spent a year and a half to construct a comparable number of units of the SUV, whereas the Scorpio N received one lakh bookings in just thirty minutes.
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In 2022, Mahindra introduced the Scorpio N, the generational replacement for the wildly successful Scorpio. The Scorpio N was novel in every way, including its design, functionality, and platform. Alongside its predecessor, which is marketed as the Scorpio Classic, the Scorpio N is currently one of the best-selling Mahindra SUVs. 19 months after the first production-spec Scorpio N left the factory, Mahindra has now reached a new production milestone with the 1,00,000th vehicle leaving the Chakkan facility.
Journey Thus Far
Even before it was released, the Mahindra Scorpio N attracted a lot of attention thanks to multiple spy photos of the SUV that appeared online. Within the first half hour of opening the order books, Mahindra had over one lakh reservations for the SUV. Ever since, the Scorpio has been plagued by protracted wait times even as it strives to boost its output. Ultimately, Mahindra was able to build one lakh SUVs in 2024.
Mahindra hasn’t made any big changes to the Scorpio during this time, but the SUV has continued to make news for recalls, changed features, or received a higher crash test safety rating.
Mahindra recently changed the feature list for the mid-spec Scorpio N model, which also became more expensive following the 2023 price increase. These modifications will take effect for all Scorpio N orders placed after 2024.
Features & Safety
Along with adding more features, the Mahindra Scorpio N now has an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, cruise control, dual-zone air conditioning, and wireless phone charging. In addition, a single-pane sunroof and a 6-way power driver’s seat are included.
Up to six airbags, electronic stability control, hill-assist control, and a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) are among the safety features.
Powertrain Selections
Mahindra provides two engine options for the Scorpio N: a 2-liter turbo-petrol engine (203 PS/ up to 380 Nm) and a 2.2-liter diesel engine (generating 132 PS/ 300 Nm or 175 PS/ up to 400 Nm). Both come with a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic transmission option. Four-wheel-drive (4WD) drivetrains are an additional option for the more potent diesel engine versions.
Value and Competitors
The cost of the Mahindra Scorpio N ranges from Rs 14 lakh to Rs 24.54 lakh. It competes with the Hyundai Creta/Alcazar and Tata Harrier/Safari.