The 2026 Mahindra Scorpio N facelift offers buyers all the familiar bits that this body-on-frame SUV has been known for while introducing minor cosmetic tweaks and new features on the inside. The 2026 Scorpio N soldiers on with the same powertrain options as its pre-facelift predecessor, but prices have gone up. Having said all that, which variant should you buy?

2026 Mahindra Scorpio N facelift powertrain options

This facelift hasn’t brought about any major mechanical changes to the SUV

Under the vast bonnet of the Scorpio N facelift are the same set of turbocharged engines that powered the previous model. The petrol unit uses the 2.0-litre mStallion direct-injection mill that produces 203hp and 370Nm when mated to a 6-speed manual transmission (MT) or 380Nm of torque when paired with the 6-speed torque-converter automatic (AT). In this case, power is sent only to the rear wheels.

Then there’s the 2.2-litre mHawk direct-injection diesel engine, which is available in two states of tune. In the lower Z2 and Z4 diesel MT variants, this mill develops 132hp and 300Nm of torque – transmission duties are handled by a 6-speed manual gearbox. Higher variants of the diesel-powered Scorpio N facelift get the 175hp version of this oil burner, putting out either 370Nm (MT) or 400Nm (AT) of torque. Do note that four-wheel drive is only available on the diesel variants but can be had with either manual or automatic gearboxes.

2026 Mahindra Scorpio N facelift variant-wise features

Z2 price range: Rs 13.69 lakh-Rs 14.19 lakh

• Dual-barrel halogen headlamps
• ORVM-integrated turn indicators
• LED tail-lamps
• 17-inch steel wheels
• Front and rear disc brakes
• Steering-mounted audio controls
• Tilt-adjustable steering
• Power windows
• Manually adjustable ORVMs (outside rearview mirrors)
• One-touch tumble second-row seat
• Fold and tumble third row
• Rear-seat centre armrest
• Manual AC with rear vents
• 8.0-inch touch-infotainment system
• 4.2-inch monochrome MID (multi-information display)
• 4-speaker audio system
• First- and second-row USB ports
• Third-row 12-volt outlet
• 2 airbags
• Rear parking sensors
• ABS with EBD
• Electronic stability control
• Hill-hold control
• Hill-descent control
• Isofix anchors
• Three-point seatbelts for all rows

Z4 price range: Rs 15.57 lakh-Rs 18.03 lakh

Features over Z2

• Black roof rails
• Rear spoiler
• 17-inch steel wheels with cover
• Steering-mounted audio and cruise controls
• Driver’s side ‘anti-pinch’ window function
• Electrically adjustable ORVMs
• Driver’s seat-height adjustment and lumbar support
• Wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Rear AC blower control
• Rear wiper, washer and defogger
• Selectable 4WD system (Z4 diesel)

Z6 price range: Rs 17.17 lakh-Rs 18.82 lakh

Features over Z4

• Zip, Zap and Zoom drive modes (diesel 2WD only)
• Electric sunroof
• Rearview camera

Z8S price range: Rs 17.79 lakh-Rs 19.89 lakh

Features over Z6

• LED projector headlamps
• Sting-shaped LED DRLs (daytime running lamps)
• Sequential LED turn indicators
• 17-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels
• UV- and IR-cut glass (side windows only)
• Brown and black leatherette upholstery
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear lever
• 12.3-inch touch-infotainment system
• 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
• Wireless Apple CarPlay
• Free one-year Adrenox Connect subscription
• Built-in Amazon Alexa
• 65W Type-C front and rear USB ports
• Front-facing camera
• Information on roll and pitch, altitude, G-force, etc. (via Adventure Statistics)
• 6 airbags
• Driver-drowsiness detection
• E-call and SOS alert

Z8 price range: Rs 19.86 lakh-Rs 21.41 lakh

Features over Z8S

• Automatic headlamps and wipers
• Passive keyless entry
• Push-button ignition
• Power-folding ORVMs
• ‘Anti-pinch’ function for co-driver’s window
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Wireless charger
• Free two-year Adrenox Connect subscription
• TPMS (tyre-pressure monitoring system)

Z8T price range: Rs 20.38 lakh-Rs 24.39 lakh

Features over Z8

• 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels
• 6-way powered driver’s seat
• Ventilated front seats
• 12-speaker Sony audio system
• Auto-dimming IRVM (inside rearview mirror)
• Electronic parking brake
• Selectable 4WD system (Z8T diesel)
• Normal, Snow, Mud/Ruts and Sand terrain modes (diesel 4WD)
• Electronic brake-locking differential

Z8L price range: Rs 21.31 lakh-Rs 25.49 lakh

Features over Z8T

• Panoramic sunroof
• 540-degree camera system
• Blind-view monitor
• Adaptive cruise control (AT versions only)
• Speed-limit assist (AT versions only)
• Forward-collision warning
• Auto-emergency braking
• Lane-departure alert
• Lane-keep assist
• High-beam assist
• Traffic-sign recognition

2026 Mahindra Scorpio N facelift colours

The facelift has brought with it two new colour options

With this update, the Mahindra Scorpio N retains three colours from its predecessor: Deep Forest, Everest White and Stealth Black. However, it does get two new shades. These include an all-new colour, Oceanic, and Galaxy Grey, which replaces another grey option called Valyrian Silver. There are no dual-tone colours available.

2026 Mahindra Scorpio N facelift: Which variant should you buy?

The second-to-top trim with the diesel-automatic powertrain is a good pick

The Z8T trim with the turbo-diesel engine and 6-speed torque-converter automatic (AT) is our pick of the bunch. This is because it offers a laundry list of modern convenience and safety features, catering to almost every need that a buyer looking for an SUV at this price point is likely to have. If you’re someone who finds themselves driving through inclement weather regularly, or you intend to do a bit of off-roading, the 4×4 version has enough mechanical and electronic assistance to back you up. However, try to avoid the Z2, Z4 and Z6 trims as these only get two airbags – that’s unacceptable at this price point.

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