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Hyundai Creta vs Mahindra Scorpio N

Ex-showroom prices and the specifications that have been published. Rows that differ are marked.

4.5Score
Hyundai Creta
Price Range

₹10.91 lakh – ₹20.46 lakh

Mileage

17.4 - 21.8 km/l (ARAI)

Petrol / Diesel • 54 TrimsOpen model
VS
4.6Score
Mahindra Scorpio N
Price Range

₹13.69 lakh – ₹25.49 lakh

Mileage

13.0 - 16.5 km/l

Petrol / Diesel • 31 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

Published pros for each vehicle. A written verdict appears only when one is stored.

Editorial Summary

“A battle of distinct philosophies: The Scorpio N is a true body-on-frame 7-seater beast with up to 200 PS power and 4XPLOR 4WD capability. The Creta is an agile, urban monocoque 5-seater with effortless city maneuverability, lighter steering, and higher fuel efficiency.”

Persona Matching

Who Should Buy Which Car?

Match your daily driving patterns, passenger habits, and ownership priorities to the right machine.

Target Profile

Choose Hyundai Creta if:

  • Executive commuters and families seeking class-leading cabin refinement, effortless automatic gearboxes, and cutting-edge driver assistance.
Target Profile

Choose Mahindra Scorpio N if:

  • Enthusiasts, adventure tourers, and large families needing true 4x4 capability with high road dominance.
Real-World Comparison

The Differences That Actually Matter

Stripping away marketing jargon: how these two vehicles perform across the 5 essential pillars of ownership.

Engine Performance

Segment Edge:Published figures only
Hyundai Creta

114.7 PS

143.8 Nm

Mahindra Scorpio N

202.8 PS

370 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Hyundai Creta
Hyundai Creta Standout

17.4 - 21.8 km/l (ARAI)

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Mahindra Scorpio N

13.0 - 16.5 km/l

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Long-Term Intelligence

Ownership figures on record

Only stored mileage, service, insurance, and depreciation figures are shown. Missing items are left out.

Hyundai

Hyundai Creta

Listed items₹3,86,122
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹3,06,122
Scheduled maintenance
₹38,000
Stored first-year insurance
₹42,000
Stored 5-year depreciation
38% (₹4.14 lakh)
Mahindra

Mahindra Scorpio N

Listed items₹5,09,780
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹4,06,780
Scheduled maintenance
₹49,000
Stored first-year insurance
₹54,000
Stored 5-year depreciation
35% (₹4.79 lakh)
Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

Compare matching price brackets and sweet-spot trim packages side-by-side.

Price Delta:₹2.13 lakh(Hyundai Creta lower)

EX Summer Edition

1497 cc • Manual • 17.4 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹12.06 lakh

Z2 Diesel MT

2198 cc • Manual • 14.0 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹14.19 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

Hyundai Creta
Mahindra Scorpio N
Engine TypeDiffers
Hyundai Creta:1497 cc Petrol / 1493 cc Diesel / 1482 cc Petrol
Mahindra Scorpio N:1997 cc Petrol / 2198 cc Diesel
Max PowerDiffers
Hyundai Creta:114.7 PS
Mahindra Scorpio N:202.8 PS
Peak TorqueDiffers
Hyundai Creta:143.8 Nm
Mahindra Scorpio N:370 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
Hyundai Creta:Manual, CVT, Automatic, DCT
Mahindra Scorpio N:Manual, Automatic
Fuel Options
Hyundai Creta:Petrol, Diesel
Mahindra Scorpio N:Petrol, Diesel
Claimed MileageDiffers
Hyundai Creta:17.4 - 21.8 km/l (ARAI)
Mahindra Scorpio N:13.0 - 16.5 km/l
Hyundai Creta
Mahindra Scorpio N
SeatingDiffers
Hyundai Creta:5 seats
Mahindra Scorpio N:7 seats
Ground ClearanceDiffers
Hyundai Creta:190 mm
Mahindra Scorpio N:187 mm
Boot SpaceDiffers
Hyundai Creta:433 Litres
Mahindra Scorpio N:—
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
Hyundai Creta:50 litres
Mahindra Scorpio N:57 litres
Body Type
Hyundai Creta:SUV
Mahindra Scorpio N:SUV
Hyundai Creta
Mahindra Scorpio N
AirbagsDiffers
Hyundai Creta:6
Mahindra Scorpio N:2 - 6 (by variant)
Hyundai Creta
Mahindra Scorpio N
SunroofDiffers
Hyundai Creta:Voice-controlled Smart Panoramic Sunroof
Mahindra Scorpio N:—
Hyundai Creta
Mahindra Scorpio N
Standard Warranty
Hyundai Creta:3 Years / 1,00,000 km
Mahindra Scorpio N:3 Years / 1,00,000 km
Annual Service EstimateDiffers
Hyundai Creta:₹7,200
Mahindra Scorpio N:₹9,500
5-Year Service TotalDiffers
Hyundai Creta:₹38,000
Mahindra Scorpio N:₹49,000
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct, objective answers to the most common head-to-head questions asked by prospective buyers.

The Hyundai Creta has a published mileage of 17.4 - 21.8 km/l (ARAI). The Mahindra Scorpio N has a published mileage of 13.0 - 16.5 km/l.