AUTOMOBILE - MAHINDRA

MAHINDRA SCORPIO

The Mahindra Scorpio was debuted in India in 2002. In April 2006, the company launched an upgraded Scorpio christening it the 'All-New' Scorpio. Apart from the mechanical changes, the new Scorpio got a serious cosmetic makeover as well. In June 2007, Mahindra launched a pick-up version in India known as the Scorpio Getaway. In 2008 Mahindra launched their latest Scorpio with 6 speed automatic transmission gears and fitted it in the VLX variant. In 2009, the mighty muscular Scorpio was launched with the introduction of dual airbags in the front to complementing the Scorpio's ABS. The Scorpio also got the innovative Micro-Hybrid system. All the variants of Mahindra Scorpio are available in two wheel drive option. However, Gateway, VLX and VLX Automatic are also made available in the mighty 4 wheel drive version. In November 2012, M&M also introduced a 4X4 version on the Scorpio LX variant. Mahindra Scorpio is powered by a 2.2 liter, 4-cylinder mHawk diesel engine that propels the new Scorpio from 0 to 60 in 5.7 seconds flat. M&M engineers introduced this mHawk engine in November 2007. The effortless acceleration is combined with 120 bhp of power, out-muscling other cars. The mHawk Engine was a runaway success. Acknowledging its popularity, M&M worked on standardizing this engine across the various variants. The 2.6L CRDe engine is available only on the Scorpio Getaway, the 5-seater, pickup vehicle.

Performance
Mahindra Scorpio is available in diesel version only. The Highly renowned SUV is packed with 2.2 L mHawk diesel engine. This engine comes with a displacement of 2179 cc. The engine has many features that make this car a very great performer in Indian roads. The mHawk engine is packed with top mounted intercooler that helps in keeping the engine cool. The 5 Speed Manual Transmission Gearbox in the engine offers very smooth shifting of gear and delivers greater mileage also. Only one variant of Mahindra Scorpio is packed with Automatic Transmission Gearbox. The CRDI (Common Rail Direct Injection) fuel supply system present in the engine with 4 valves per cylinder improves fuel efficiency. The engine of Mahindra Scorpio is quiet all the times due to innovative two stage chain drive system and hydraulic lash adjuster. The 4 stroke turbo charger engine of Mahindra Scorpio offers an impressive power of 120bhp at 4000rpm and 290Nm at 1800-2800rpm. This highly powered engine is very economical and fuel efficient and produces great performance.

Safety
The ABS (Anti lock Braking System) available in Mahindra Scorpio helps the prevention of wheel locking in case of sudden braking and also controls the car’s stability The availability of Dual SRS Airbag in the car is a very important safety measure which helps in reducing the impact of collision and provides a cushioning effect in collision and jerk. The crash protection crumple zone absorbs all the impact of collision and the steel bars in the road minimizes the impact form the sides. Speed alert and voice assist system starts an alarm every time you cross the present speed limit and the voice system tells if the door is open and your seat belt is not strapped. 

The blue vision headlamps offer a very clear visibility to the roads and reduce the danger henceforth. The availability of front and rear fog lamps in some variant of the Mahindra Scorpio acts as a safeguard against bad weather condition driving. The demister present in car makes a very clear vision for you even in the worst weather conditions. The seat belt with pretension limits the force in case of sudden braking and collision. The digital immobilizer helps you to track your crack and reduces the chances of unwelcome guests.  The fire retardant upholstery even offers rescue with slow spread of fire. The collapsible steering column prevents for nay further damage. The anti pinch smart window offers a detection of any obstruction that comes in the way of rolling up of the window.
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