An unvarnished editorial breakdown between the Mahindra Scorpio N and Aria across safety benchmarks, 5-year ownership economics, and cabin comfort.
₹13.85L – ₹24.54L
13.0 - 16.5 km/l
How these two vehicles split the segment, and the fundamental philosophical difference between them.
“Aria takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in equipment density. While Mahindra Scorpio N remains a capable contender, Aria offers greater return per rupee spent.”
Match your daily driving patterns, passenger habits, and ownership priorities to the right machine.
Stripping away marketing jargon: how these two vehicles perform across the 5 essential pillars of ownership.
187 mm
Plush suspension tuning that absorbs broken tarmac with minimal cabin bounce.
Firm & Responsive
Direct chassis feedback with controlled body roll on tight highway turns.
5-Star Global NCAP (29.25/34 Adult Score)
6 airbags standard, high-strength structural cage.
4-Star Euro NCAP
Standard electronic stability suite with multi-angle camera assistance.
Digital Panoramic Display
High-resolution dual displays with connected car telematics and voice control.
Smart Infotainment Suite
Intuitive physical-digital controls with wireless smartphone projection.
200 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 172.5 bhp (Diesel)
380 Nm @ 1750-3000 rpm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel AT) for effortless expressway cruising.
150 PS @ 4000 rpm
Linear, smooth city power delivery with refined 4-cylinder rev characteristics.
13.0 - 16.5 km/l
Predictable scheduled maintenance and comprehensive warranty terms.
15.05 km/l
Lower cost per kilometer with widely available spare parts and high resale.
Beyond the showroom sticker price: fuel bills, scheduled service costs, insurance renewals, and resale value across 60,000 km.
The Aria delivers a lower-friction daily ownership experience, saving approximately ₹1.23 Lakh over 5 years in routine maintenance and fuel. While the Mahindra Scorpio N demands slightly higher upkeep, it pays you back in superior structural solidity, high-speed stability, and passenger fatigue reduction on long journeys.
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Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.
Direct, objective answers to the most common head-to-head questions asked by prospective buyers.
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