Audi Q3 vs Mahindra Scorpio N

Autocar India
Audi Q3

Audi Q3

Zenith

55.99 lakh

Mahindra Scorpio N

Mahindra Scorpio N

Z8L ADAS Diesel 4WD AT

25.49 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

1984 cc
2184 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Diesel

Gearbox Type

DCT
Torque Converter

Number of Gears

7
6

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

–

Drive Layout

All Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive

Max Engine Power

204 hp at 4500 - 6000 rpm
175 hp at 3500 rpm

Max Engine Torque

320 Nm at 1500 - 4400 rpm
400 Nm at 1750 - 2750 rpm

Lockable Differential/s

–

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Direct Injection
Common Rail

Official Fuel Economy

12.36 kmpl
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Fuel Tank Capacity

60 litres
57 litres

Terrain Modes

–

Auto Start/Stop

–

Suspension & Steering

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Turning Radius

5.9 m
–

Front Brakes

Disc
Ventilated Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc
Ventilated Disc

Wheel Size

18 inches
18 inches

Front Tyre Size

235/55 R18
255/60 R18

Rear Tyre Size

235/55 R18
255/60 R18

Wheels

Machine finished alloys
Machine finished alloys

Front Suspension Type

–
Double Wishbone Suspension

Front Springs

–
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

–
Pentalink Suspension

Rear Springs

–
Coil Springs

Spare Wheel

–
Full Size

Dimensions

Length

4531 mm
4662 mm

Width

1859 mm
1917 mm

Height

1623 mm
1857 mm

Wheelbase

2681 mm
2750 mm

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Ladder Frame

Boot Capacity

488 litres
–

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Ambient Lighting

–

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Climate Control

3-zone
2-zone

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Acoustic Windshield

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

–

Push Button Start

–

Rear AC Vents

–

Rear Power Outlet

–

Power Windows

–
Front and Rear

Keyless Entry

–
Yes with proximity sensors

Cruise Control

–
Yes (Adaptive)

Interior Lamps

–

UV Cut Glass

–

12 Volt Port

–

Safety

Airbags

6
6

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Parking Camera

360 degree
360 degree

Heads Up Display

–

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

–

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

–

Electronic Stability Control

–

Hill Start Assist

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

–

Hill Descent Control

–

Automatic Headlamps

–

Automatic Wipers

–

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

–

Rear Washer/Wiper

–

Blind Spot Monitor

–

Adaptive Cruise Control

–

Parking Sensors

–
Front & Rear

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

–
With Display

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Front Collision Avoidance

–

High Beam Assist

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Driver Airbag

–

Passenger Airbag

–

Side Airbag

–

Curtain Airbag

–

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Driver Attention Warning

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Speed Assist System

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–
With Load Sensor

Exterior

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

Puddle Lamps

–

ORVM turn indicators

LED DRLs

LED headlamps

LED taillights

Projector Headlamps

–

Front Fog Lamps

–

Spoiler

–

Roof Rails

–
Functional

Sequential Turn Indicators

–

LED fog lamps

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital

Tachometer

Digital

Seat Material

Leatherette
–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

–

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

–

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

–

Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Adjustable Front Headrests

–

Adjustable Rear Headrests

–

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
–

Heated Seats

Front Only
–

Trip Meter

–

Ventilated Seats

–
Front Only

Entertainment

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

12.8-inch Touchscreen
12.29-inch Touchscreen

Speakers

12
12

Android Auto

–
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

–
Wireless

Front USB port

–
Type C

Second Row USB port

–
Type C

Branded Music System

–
Sony

Connected Car Features

Emergency Call Button

–

Questions you may find useful

•6w

I am planning to buy a new vehicle for myself and my parents. I have seen the new Audi Q3 2026 and am quite interested in it, but I am not fully convinced about the petrol-only option. I was hoping for a hybrid version, especially considering fuel efficiency at this price point. Secondly, I am also looking for a 4x4 and am currently waiting for the new Fortuner. However, I am confused because many people are suggesting the new Scorpio N or Thar Roxx, saying that if the primary purpose is off-roading, there is no need to spend so much on a Fortuner. Please suggest what would be the better option for my requirements.