Toyota Fortuner vs Mahindra Scorpio N

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Toyota Fortuner

Toyota Fortuner

GR-S 2.8 Diesel 4x4 AT

50.46 lakh

Mahindra Scorpio N

Mahindra Scorpio N

Z8L ADAS Diesel 4WD AT

25.49 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

2755 cc
2184 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Diesel
Diesel

Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
Torque Converter

Number of Gears

6
6

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

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Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

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Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

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Drive Layout

Four Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

204 hp at 3000 - 3400 rpm
175 hp at 3500 rpm

Max Engine Torque

500 Nm at 1600 - 2800 rpm
400 Nm at 1750 - 2750 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Common Rail
Common Rail

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
–

Drive Mode Types

Multiple
–

Terrain Modes

Auto Start/Stop

Fuel Tank Capacity

80 litres
57 litres

User Reported Mileage

12.25 kmpl
–

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, Double Wishbone
Double Wishbone Suspension

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Independent, Multi-link
Pentalink Suspension

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

–

Ride Height Adjust

–

Type of Power Assist

Hydraulic
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
–

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
–

4 Wheel Steer

–

Turning Radius

5.8 m
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Front Brakes

Discs
Ventilated Disc

Rear Brakes

Discs
Ventilated Disc

Wheel Size

18 inches
18 inches

Front Tyre Size

265/60 R18
255/60 R18

Rear Tyre Size

265/60 R18
255/60 R18

Wheels

Machine finished alloys
Machine finished alloys

Spare Wheel

Full Size
Full Size

Dimensions

Length

4795 mm
4662 mm

Width

1855 mm
1917 mm

Height

1835 mm
1857 mm

Wheelbase

2745 mm
2750 mm

Chassis Type

Ladder Frame
Ladder Frame

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

12 Volt Port

Cooled Glovebox

–

Cooled Cup Holders

–

Cooled Storage

–

Cup Holders

–

Heated ORVM

–

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Glove Box

–

Rear Parcel Tray

–

Bottle Holder in Doors

–

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

–

Digital Instrument Cluster

Part Digital / Part Analogue
Fully Digital

Bluetooth Connectivity

–

Trunk Light

–

Removable Third-Row Seat

–

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Powered Tailgate

–

UV Cut Glass

Roof Grab Handles

–

Vanity Mirror

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

–

Interior Lamps

Door Pockets

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

All
–

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

All
–

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

–

Keyless Entry

Yes with proximity sensors

Push Button Start

Climate Control

2-zone
2-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

–

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

–

Rear Power Outlet

Sunroof

Panoramic

Ambient Lighting

–

Driving Modes

–

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Auto Parking

–

Launch Control

–

Dead Pedal

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Safety

Airbags

7
6

High Beam Assist

Driver Attention Warning

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

With Load Sensor

Heads Up Display

–

Curtain Airbag

Seat Belt Warning

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Driver Airbag

Front Collision Avoidance

Side Airbag

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Lane Departure Avoidance

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Passenger Airbag

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

–

Electronic Parking Brake

–

Traction Control

–

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Central Locking

–

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

–

Child Safety Lock

–

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

–

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto
–

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

360 degree

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

–

Speed Assist System

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

–

Sequential Turn Indicators

Illuminated Logo

–

Projector Headlamps

LED fog lamps

LED headlamps

LED taillights

ORVM turn indicators

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

Antenna

–

Connected LED

–

Cornering Foglamps

–

Charging Indicator On Light Bar

–

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
–

Stop Lamp

–

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

Spoiler

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

Roof Rails

–
Functional

LED DRLs

–

Interior

Speedometer

Analog
Digital

Tachometer

Analog
Digital

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Average Speed

–

Distance to Empty

–

Low Fuel Level Warning

–

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Gear Indicator

–

Shift Indicator

–

Head-up Display

–

Seat Material

Leatherette
–

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

–

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

–

Ventilated Seats

Front Only

Heated Seats

–

Massage Seats

–

Front Seat Armrest

–

Rear Seat Armrest

–

Adjustable Rear Headrests

–

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Manual
–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Rear Seat Backrest Split

–

Third Row Seats

–

Third Row Seats Fold

–

Third Row Seats Split

–

Seat Count

7
–

Entertainment

Audio System

–

Branded Music System

Sony

CD Player

–

Rear Seat Infotainment Controls

–

Speakers

6
12

USB Input

–

AUX Input

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

–

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Steering Audio Controls

–

Steering Phone Controls

–

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

8-inch Touchscreen
12.29-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless

MirrorLink

–

Web Browser

–

Video Player

–

Satellite Navigation

On-board
–

Voice Commands

–

Gesture Controls

–

Touchpad

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

–

Front USB port

–
Type C

Second Row USB port

–
Type C

Connected Car Features

Service Reminder Via App

–

Find My Car

–

SOS Button

–

Tow Away Alert

–

Emergency Call Button

–

Questions you may find useful

•9h

Hello Autocar India team, I live in banglore. I currently own Hyundai Creta SX (O) 1.6 CRDI Diesel AT 2016 model. I want to upgrade my car because of the 10-year diesel vehicles rule. Most of my running is on highway so I am looking for automatic diesel 7-seater SUV for family. My bugdet is between Rs. 20 - 40 lakh. Initially, I had considered the Tata Safari Diesel AT, but I have listened on social media poor about Tata after-sales service, technical and electronic Issues, as well as panel gaps issues that are concerning me. Now, I have shortlisted Toyota Fortuner Diesel AT, Mahindra Scorpio N Diesel AT and Mahindra XUV 7XO Diesel AT. Which SUV is better for my requirements? Also, will I have to face DPF-related issues in new diesel cars if we drive slowly?

Verified
•16m

Go for the Mahindra XUV 7XO Diesel AT. It is the best fit for your requirements. The XUV 7XO offers a strong 2.0 diesel engine, a comfortable ride, a spacious and well-appointed cabin, and a good balance between performance and practicality. It is also significantly more modern and feature-rich than the Scorpio N, while being far better value than the Fortuner.The Fortuner is a great highway SUV with a proven reliability record, but it is now showing its age, and at Rs 40 lakh-plus it is simply too expensive for what it offers. The Scorpio N is rugged and capable, but it is not as refined or as family-friendly as the XUV 7XO. The XUV 7XO is the most complete package for your needs. On the DPF question: modern diesel cars are generally fine as long as you do regular highway runs. The DPF regenerates naturally at sustained speeds. The issues tend to arise only with predominantly short, low-speed city driving. Your usage pattern is highway-heavy, so you should not have any problems.

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