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Scorpio Classic vs Tata Nexon

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

Scorpio Classic
Price Range

₹13.43 lakh – ₹17.48 lakh

Mileage

14.44 km/l

Diesel • 4 TrimsOpen model
VS
Tata Motors

Tata Nexon

4.4Score
Tata Nexon
Price Range

₹7.4 lakh – ₹14.52 lakh

Mileage

17.01 - 24.08 km/l (ARAI)

Petrol / CNG / Diesel • 82 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

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

Editorial Summary

“Tata Nexon takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in crash test protection, lower fuel consumption, equipment density. While Scorpio Classic remains a capable contender, Tata Nexon offers greater return per rupee spent.”

Persona Matching

Who Should Buy Which Car?

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

Target Profile

Choose Tata Nexon if:

  • Families prioritizing uncompromising crash safety, high ground clearance, and highway touring confidence.
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
Scorpio Classic

131.8 PS

300 Nm

Tata Nexon

99 - 118 bhp

170 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Tata Nexon
Scorpio Classic

14.44 km/l

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

Tata Nexon Standout

17.01 - 24.08 km/l (ARAI)

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.

Mahindra

Scorpio Classic

Listed items₹4,15,512
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹4,15,512
Tata Motors

Tata Nexon

Listed items₹3,60,471
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹2,91,971
Scheduled maintenance
₹34,500
Stored first-year insurance
₹34,000
Stored 5-year depreciation
40% (₹2.96 lakh)
Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

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

Price Delta:₹5.69 lakh(Tata Nexon lower)

S 9-Seater

2184 cc • Manual • 14.44 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹13.91 lakh

Smart Plus

1199 cc • Manual • 17.44 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹8.22 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

Scorpio Classic
Tata Nexon
Engine TypeDiffers
Scorpio Classic:2184 cc
Tata Nexon:1199 cc Petrol / 1199 cc CNG / 1497 cc Diesel
Max PowerDiffers
Scorpio Classic:131.8 PS
Tata Nexon:99 - 118 bhp
Peak TorqueDiffers
Scorpio Classic:300 Nm
Tata Nexon:170 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
Scorpio Classic:Manual
Tata Nexon:Manual, AMT, DCT
Fuel OptionsDiffers
Scorpio Classic:Diesel
Tata Nexon:Petrol, CNG, Diesel
Claimed MileageDiffers
Scorpio Classic:14.44 km/l
Tata Nexon:17.01 - 24.08 km/l (ARAI)
Scorpio Classic
Tata Nexon
SeatingDiffers
Scorpio Classic:7 seats
Tata Nexon:5 seats
Ground ClearanceDiffers
Scorpio Classic:—
Tata Nexon:208 mm
Boot SpaceDiffers
Scorpio Classic:460 litres
Tata Nexon:382 litres
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
Scorpio Classic:60 litres
Tata Nexon:44 litres
Body Type
Scorpio Classic:SUV
Tata Nexon:SUV
Scorpio Classic
Tata Nexon
AirbagsDiffers
Scorpio Classic:2
Tata Nexon:6
Scorpio Classic
Tata Nexon
TouchscreenDiffers
Scorpio Classic:—
Tata Nexon:10.25-inch Harman Touchscreen with Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
Scorpio Classic
Tata Nexon
Standard WarrantyDiffers
Scorpio Classic:—
Tata Nexon:3 Years / 1,00,000 km
Annual Service EstimateDiffers
Scorpio Classic:—
Tata Nexon:₹6,500
5-Year Service TotalDiffers
Scorpio Classic:—
Tata Nexon:₹34,500
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Scorpio Classic has a published mileage of 14.44 km/l. The Tata Nexon has a published mileage of 17.01 - 24.08 km/l (ARAI).