Competition has intensified in the 7-seater premium SUV segment in the Indian automobile market. Mahindra has launched a new updated avatar of its popular SUV Scorpio N, which is now available in the market with many new features and tech-upgrades. On the other hand, TATA Motors’ flagship SUV TATA Safari remains the first choice of customers due to its advanced cabin and comfort. If you too are unable to choose between these two vehicles, then know here the exact analysis of the price, features and driving dynamics of both the SUVs.

Mahindra Scorpio N Facelift vs TATA Safari: Know which SUV is best for you in terms of price and features

Price math: Which model has more savings?

There is a very slight difference in the starting prices of both the vehicles, but this difference is clearly visible as you go up to the top-end variants. The starting ex-showroom price of TATA Safari is Rs 13.40 lakh, which is about Rs 29,000 less than the starting price of Scorpio N Facelift at Rs 13.69 lakh.

However, when it comes to the top-end trim, TATA Safari proves to be more expensive. The ex-showroom price of the top variant of Safari goes up to Rs 26.76 lakh, while the price of the top variant of Scorpio N Facelift has been kept at Rs 25.49 lakh. That means, those buying the top model get a direct saving of about Rs 1.27 lakh in Scorpio N.

Features and cabin comfort: which one has more power?

In the new model of Scorpio N, the company has tried to remove all the shortcomings which were felt in its older version. It now includes features like updated touchscreen infotainment, advanced ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) features, 360-degree camera and ventilated seats.

On the other hand, TATA Safari is known for its luxurious interiors and second-row comfort. The captain seats, powered tailgate, digital instrument cluster and multi-mode traction control provided in Safari make it very comfortable for long distance journeys.

Auto expert opinion

Which SUV will be right for you?

If your budget is between Rs 14 to 25 lakh and you do a lot of off-roading or traveling on rough terrain, then the new Scorpio N Facelift model makes for a better value-for-money option due to its 4WD capability and competitive top-end pricing.

At the same time, for those customers whose main focus is on urban driving, rear-seat comfort and state-of-the-art cabin features, the starting variant of TATA Safari is affordable in terms of budget, while its top variant caters to the needs of luxury-seeking buyers.