Which car is more suitable in New Delhi, New Delhi: Mahindra Scorpio vs Mahindra Thar ROXX?

You can compare Mahindra Scorpio vs Mahindra Thar ROXX in New Delhi, New Delhi on CarWyapar by on-road price, key specifications, mileage, colours, expert opinions and ownership FAQs before shortlisting the better fit.

What is the price difference between Mahindra Scorpio vs Mahindra Thar ROXX in New Delhi, New Delhi?

Mahindra Scorpio S is priced at ₹ 15.09 Lakh and Mahindra Thar ROXX MX1 RWD is priced at ₹ 13.98 Lakh on CarWyapar.

Does CarWyapar compare Mahindra Scorpio vs Mahindra Thar ROXX by specs and features?

Yes. CarWyapar compare pages surface prices, dimensions, engine specs, mileage, safety and convenience features side by side for faster decision-making.

Let's compare Mahindra Scorpio S vs Mahindra Thar ROXX MX1 RWD

Compare Mahindra Scorpio S vs Mahindra Thar ROXX MX1 RWD price, specifications, mileage, features and performance to find the best car for you.

Mahindra Scorpio

Mahindra Thar ROXX

Here is a detailed comparison of price:

Mahindra Scorpio S

Price

₹ 15.09 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 27,856/month

Mahindra Thar ROXX MX1 RWD

Price

₹ 13.98 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 25,809/month

From the above comparison, we can conclude that Mahindra Thar ROXX feels light on the pocket compared to Mahindra Scorpio by ₹1,10,862.

Dimensions & Seating

Suv

4456 mm +28

4428 mm

1820 mm

1870 mm +50

1995 mm +72

1923 mm

2680 mm

2850 mm +170

209 mm

226 mm +17

7 +2

60 Liters +3

57 Liters

460 Liters +13

447 Liters

Engine & Transmission

Diesel

Petrol

13.06 +0.66

12.4 Km/l

780 Kms +73

707 Kms

2.2 L Mhawk

2.0l Mstallion Turbo Gdi

Mild Hybrid

Bs Vi

2184 cc +187

1997 cc

130 bhp @ 3750 rpm

160 bhp @ 5000 rpm +30

300 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm

330 Nm @ 1750 rpm +30

6-MT

RWD

165 +10

155

Steering and Suspension

Yes

5.4

5.8 +0.4

Double Wish-bone Type, Independent Front Coil Spring

Double Wishbone with Coil Spring

Mulit-link Coil Spring Suspension with Anti-Roll Bar

Rigid Axle Coil Spring

Disc

Drum

Safety & Security

6 +4

Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Front And Rear

Manual

Yes

Interior Features

Fabric

Yes

Exterior Features

Steel Rims

235 / 65 R17

255 / 65 R18

Halogen

Projector Led

Manual

Infotainment & Telematics

Yes

10.25 inch

Yes

Analogue

Analogue-Digital

Connectivity & Internet

Yes

Mahindra Scorpio Vs Mahindra Thar ROXX Colors

STEALTH BLACK

Mahindra Scorpio Vs Mahindra Thar ROXX Expert Opinions

Design and Aesthetics

Features and Specifications

After Sales Support

Brand Value

Resale Value

Likes

Terrific Practicality
Easy Servicing
Less Maintenance Bills

Dislikes

Better Safety Expected
Base model too basic

Design and Aesthetics

Features and Specifications

After Sales Support

Brand Value

Resale Value

Likes

5 Door Practicality
Rugged 4X4 Variants
Strong Torque Delivery

Dislikes

Petrol Version Fuel Economy
Safety in Lower Trims

Mahindra Scorpio Vs Mahindra Thar ROXX FAQs

The Scorpio (Classic) starts at about ₹ 13.77 lakh and goes up to ~ ₹ 17.72 lakh, ex-showroom, depending on variant, seating (7 or 9), trim.

Earlier, the Scorpio facelift came in too many trims, like a menu card at a dhaba where you end up confused between butter chicken, chicken masala, or chicken curry. The S3 had the basic 2.5-litre m2DiCR diesel, higher trims like S11 offered more power and even 4WD. In the Scorpio Classic, Mahindra trimmed the clutter. Now you get the updated 2.2-litre Gen-2 mHawk diesel tuned for 130 bhp and 300 Nm, no 4WD, and just two clear variants, Classic S and Classic S11.

The Scorpio Classic measures about 4.45 metres long (14.6 ft), 1.82 metres wide (6 ft), and 1.99 metres tall (6.5 ft). Ground clearance stands at 209 mm. Translation: it’s tall enough to bully hatchbacks in traffic, short enough to still fit in most parking spots, and has clearance to glide over broken rural roads. But, try squeezing it into old city lanes, and you’ll wish you had a Maruti 800 instead.

It comes in 7-seater and 9-seater layouts, with side-facing jump seats at the back. Boot space depends on whether you actually use the third row. With all rows up, it’s more of a backpack-space. Fold or remove the third row, and you can load luggage for a week-long road trip with 4-5 people. Perfect for families, political rallies, or even the local cricket team that refuses to hire a tempo.

This is where Mahindra adds a bit of garnish. You get the new Twin Peaks logo, a revised grille with chrome slats, LED DRLs, new 17-inch alloys, quilted upholstery in top trims, and a 9-inch touchscreen. Not luxury-SUV flashy, but enough to make your neighbour ask, “Yeh naya wala Scorpio hai?”

This SUV is not for soft souls who panic over mileage calculators. It’s for people who need rugged reliability, space for people or luggage, and a car that can be parked outside government offices, farms, or small-town movie theatres with equal pride. Police forces, administrators, semi-urban families, and even office goers in smaller cities find sense in it. If your daily route involves more bumps than smooth roads, the Scorpio Classic is your friend.

If you compare it with a Creta or Compass, sure, it feels old-school. But that’s the whole point. This SUV is for those who value toughness over touchscreens. It doesn’t try to be posh, it tries to be dependable. Like that one friend who still uses a Nokia but never misses a call.

The Scorpio Classic diesel delivers around 14.44 km/l (ARAI). Using diesel at ₹102 per litre, the running cost comes to roughly ₹7.06/km. So if you drive 1,000 km a month, fuel cost ≈ ₹7,060. For families or small fleet owners, this is predictable, though not as cheap as hatchbacks. Real-world mileage may drop to 11–12 km/l if fully loaded or city driving is mostly stop-and-go.

1. Service interval: Every 10,000 km or 6 months (whichever comes first). 2. Basic service cost: ₹4,000–₹6,000 (oil, filter, minor checks). 3. Major service (30k/50k km): ₹8,000–₹12,000 depending on parts replaced. 4. Average annual maintenance: ~₹15,000–₹20,000.

Classic is rugged, simple, reliable, cheaper to buy and maintain, ideal for semi-urban and fleet users. Scorpio-N is more premium, with 4WD, automatic gearbox, and more features.

Thar Roxx is the 5-door, upgraded version of the Thar, launched on 15 August 2024. It’s bigger, safer, more feature-rich than the older 3-door Thar, trying to keep the off-road legend alive while being more usable daily. Bookings opened in mid-2024, variants include both RWD and 4×4.

Thar Roxx comes with two main engine choices: a 2.0-litre mStallion TGDi petrol and a 2.2-litre mHawk diesel. Both engines are offered with 6-speed manual or a 6-speed AISIN torque-converter automatic. You can get RWD or 4×4 depending on variant. Petrol variant produces about 150-175 bhp / 330-380 Nm, while the diesel is similarly powerful (~171-175 bhp / 370 Nm) at higher trims.

Thar Roxx has made history: it is the first body-on-frame SUV in India to secure a perfect 5-star Bharat-NCAP safety rating. It scored 31.09 out of 32 for adult occupant protection (AOP) and 45 out of 49 for child occupant protection (COP). Standard safety gear includes six airbags, 3-point seatbelts for all passengers, seatbelt reminders, ISOFIX child anchors, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and more. Higher variants also come with Level-2 ADAS features (AEB, lane-keep/assist etc.), 360-degree camera, tyre pressure monitoring.

Thar Roxx uses Mahindra’s new M_GLYDE platform, which is lighter, stronger, and tuned for better NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) control. It gets independent double-wishbone front suspension, multi-link rear suspension with Watt’s linkage, Frequency Dependent Damping (FDD), Hydraulic Rebound Stopper (HRS), etc. These help in rough terrain and in smoothing out irregular city roads. The body-shell is all-metal, including full hard top, using high-strength steel especially in the pillars.

1. Length: ~ 4,428 mm, width ~ 1,870 mm, height ~ 1,923 mm, wheelbase ~ 2,850 mm. 2. Fuel tank ~ 57 litres. 3. Mileage: In city ~ 12.4 km/l for petrol in congested traffic. Diesel and highway numbers not fully published in all variants yet but expect better in highway / lighter load situations. Because of its size, weight, 4×4 hardware and big tyres, real world mileage will drop if you drive rough, carry many people, use AC, etc. Don’t expect hatchback numbers.

Buy if you are into off road adventures, you want presence, space (5 doors), safety (5-star), style plus capability. If you often drive in hilly / rural / water-wade areas, or just want to enjoy weekend trips, it’s a strong pick. Skip if most of your drive is tight city traffic, parking constraints, you prefer comfort over ruggedness, high efficiency, or want a quiet, smooth cruising car (like sedans or monocoque SUVs).

The Roxx petrol delivers about 12.40 km/l, while the diesel returns up to 15.20 km/l (ARAI). At an average Indian fuel price of ₹ 102/litre, the diesel costs around ₹ 6.71/km, while the petrol costs around ₹ 8.23/km. Real city runs drop lower: ~₹ 9/km for petrol and ~₹ 8.5/km for diesel. In short, your gym subscription is cheaper than driving it daily, but hey, Roxx is about adventure not penny-pinching.

Inside the Roxx, you’ll find ventilated front seats, a dual-tone cabin with leatherette trims, twin HD displays, a 9-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, and a panoramic Skyroof. Add to that wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, Alexa connectivity, ambient lighting, 360° camera, and a cooled glovebox. Translation: it’s no longer just mud and boots, you can now enjoy Spotify and cappuccinos while climbing mountains.

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