Mahindra Scorpio-N vs MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV 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 best crash-test score (5 stars), the most seats (7).
- Pick the MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV if you want the most power (299 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 40 kmpl).
- Pick the Tata Harrier if you want the biggest boot (445 L).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Mahindra Scorpio-N | MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV | Tata Harrier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹13.69 Lakh – ₹25.49 Lakh | ₹25.70 Lakh – ₹27.80 Lakh | ₹15.00 Lakh – ₹26.50 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 2.0L mStallion turbo-petrol / 2.2L mHawk diesel | 1.5L NA petrol + 20.5 kWh battery (PHEV), 303 PS combined | 2.0L Kryotec turbo-diesel |
| Max power | 200 bhp | 299 bhp | 168 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Diesel | Hybrid | Diesel |
| Transmissions | Manual, Torque Converter AT | DHT Automatic | Manual, Torque Converter AT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 12-16 kmpl (real world, engine dependent) | Up to 40 kmpl claimed (charge-sustaining) | 14.6 kmpl (AT), 16.8 kmpl (MT) |
| Seating | 7 | 7 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 5 stars | Not tested | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 7 |
| Boot space | — | 192 L | 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 →MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV in short
The MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV is India's first mainstream three-row plug-in hybrid: a 1.5L petrol engine plus a 20.5 kWh battery for 303 PS combined, 115 km of electric-only running and a claimed 1,100 km total range. At ₹25.70–27.80 lakh it costs SUV-flagship money, but for daily commutes it can run as a pure EV and still road-trip without charging anxiety.
Full Hector Tomahawk PHEV 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 Hector Tomahawk PHEV vs Harrier — which should I buy?
Pick the Mahindra Scorpio-N if you want the lowest starting price (₹13.69 Lakh), the best crash-test score (5 stars), the most seats (7). Pick the MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV if you want the most power (299 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 40 kmpl). Pick the Tata Harrier if you want the biggest boot (445 L). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Scorpio-N, Hector Tomahawk PHEV, Harrier?
The Mahindra Scorpio-N starts lowest at ₹13.69 Lakh, against ₹15.00 Lakh for the Harrier and ₹25.70 Lakh for the Hector Tomahawk PHEV (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Mahindra Scorpio-N: 5 stars; MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV: not yet NCAP-tested; Tata Harrier: 5 stars.