Mahindra Scorpio-N vs Mahindra XUV 7XO vs MG Hector (2026)
The classic midsize suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Mahindra Scorpio-N if you want the lowest starting price (₹13.69 Lakh), the most power (200 bhp), the best crash-test score (5 stars), the most seats (7).
- Pick the Mahindra XUV 7XO as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere.
- Pick the MG Hector if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 17.4 kmpl).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Mahindra Scorpio-N | Mahindra XUV 7XO | MG Hector |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹13.69 Lakh – ₹25.49 Lakh | ₹13.99 Lakh – ₹25.94 Lakh | ₹14.00 Lakh – ₹23.00 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 2.0L mStallion turbo-petrol / 2.2L mHawk diesel | 2.0L mStallion turbo-petrol / 2.2L mHawk diesel | 1.5L turbo-petrol / 2.0L diesel |
| Max power | 200 bhp | 197 bhp | 168 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, Diesel |
| Transmissions | Manual, Torque Converter AT | Manual, Torque Converter AT | Manual, CVT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 12-16 kmpl (real world, engine dependent) | 13-16 kmpl (real world, engine dependent) | 13.9 kmpl (petrol CVT) / 17.4 kmpl (diesel), ARAI |
| Seating | 7 | 7 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 5 stars | 5 stars | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 7 | 6 |
| Boot space | — | — | 587 L |
Mahindra Scorpio-N in short
Facelifted in August 2026, the Scorpio-N remains Mahindra's ladder-frame bestseller — now with a redesigned dashboard hosting a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a panoramic sunroof, a 540-degree camera and Level 2 ADAS, over unchanged mechanicals: the 2.0L turbo-petrol and 2.2L diesel with manual or automatic gearboxes and optional 4WD on top diesel trims. New Z6, Z8S and Z8T trims fill out a 27-variant lineup from Rs 13.69 lakh to Rs 25.49 lakh. It fights the Tata Harrier, XUV 7XO and Hyundai Creta on price while offering body-on-frame toughness none of them match.
Full Scorpio-N prices & variants →Mahindra XUV 7XO in short
The XUV 7XO is Mahindra's flagship monocoque SUV, pairing near-two-hundred-horsepower engines with twin 10.25-inch screens, Level 2 ADAS and 5-star Global NCAP safety at prices that undercut rivals. It redefined value in the three-row midsize segment at launch and continues to command strong demand. It squares up against the Tata Safari, Hyundai Alcazar and MG Hector Plus.
Full XUV 7XO prices & variants →MG Hector in short
The MG Hector, the car that launched MG in India, received a major facelift in 2023 with a chrome-heavy grille and a huge 14-inch portrait touchscreen. It offers limousine-grade space at prices that undercut the Tata Harrier, Mahindra XUV700 and Jeep Compass. Comfort, not corner-carving, remains its calling card.
Full Hector prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Scorpio-N vs XUV 7XO vs Hector — which should I buy?
Pick the Mahindra Scorpio-N if you want the lowest starting price (₹13.69 Lakh), the most power (200 bhp), the best crash-test score (5 stars), the most seats (7). Pick the Mahindra XUV 7XO as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere. Pick the MG Hector if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 17.4 kmpl). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Scorpio-N, XUV 7XO, Hector?
The Mahindra Scorpio-N starts lowest at ₹13.69 Lakh, against ₹13.99 Lakh for the XUV 7XO and ₹14.00 Lakh for the Hector (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Mahindra Scorpio-N: 5 stars; Mahindra XUV 7XO: 5 stars; MG Hector: not yet NCAP-tested.