Mahindra Scorpio-N vs Mahindra XUV 7XO vs Tata Harrier (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 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 Tata Harrier if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 16.8 kmpl).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Mahindra Scorpio-N | Mahindra XUV 7XO | Tata Harrier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹13.69 Lakh – ₹25.49 Lakh | ₹13.99 Lakh – ₹25.94 Lakh | ₹15.00 Lakh – ₹26.50 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 2.0L mStallion turbo-petrol / 2.2L mHawk diesel | 2.0L mStallion turbo-petrol / 2.2L mHawk diesel | 2.0L Kryotec turbo-diesel |
| Max power | 200 bhp | 197 bhp | 168 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmissions | Manual, Torque Converter AT | Manual, Torque Converter AT | Manual, Torque Converter AT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 12-16 kmpl (real world, engine dependent) | 13-16 kmpl (real world, engine dependent) | 14.6 kmpl (AT), 16.8 kmpl (MT) |
| Seating | 7 | 7 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 7 | 7 |
| Boot space | — | — | 445 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 →Tata Harrier in short
The Harrier is Tata's flagship five-seat SUV, built on the OMEGA architecture derived from Land Rover's D8 platform. The 2023 facelift added a plush new cabin with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, Level 2 ADAS and a 5-star Bharat NCAP score. Powered solely by the punchy 170 PS Kryotec diesel, it battles the Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector and Jeep Compass on road presence and ride sophistication.
Full Harrier prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Scorpio-N vs XUV 7XO vs Harrier — 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 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 Tata Harrier if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 16.8 kmpl). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Scorpio-N, XUV 7XO, Harrier?
The Mahindra Scorpio-N starts lowest at ₹13.69 Lakh, against ₹13.99 Lakh for the XUV 7XO and ₹15.00 Lakh for the Harrier (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Mahindra Scorpio-N: 5 stars; Mahindra XUV 7XO: 5 stars; Tata Harrier: 5 stars.