Mahindra Scorpio Getaway - Expert Review

Overview

India’s one of the most famous SUVs, Scorpio is also available as a pick-up truck with the name of Scorpio Getaway and is every bit same as the SUV version. However, the company sells it as a personal vehicle, but it could be used as a commercial one, owing to its big loading deck at the back.

Scorpio Getaway is actually the pickup version of the SUV with loading capacity and has same aesthetic features as well as interiors. Its faster turnaround time, longer wheelbase, power steering, extra safety features and healthy mileage makes it one of the most popular pickus among buyers.

Specs:

Engine - SZ CRDe 4 Stroke 2.6 Litre Turbocharged DI Diesel

Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) - 2,550 kg and 2,650 kg

Wheelbase - 3,040 mm

Power Steering - Yes

Mileage - 11km/l

Engine and Performance

Backed by SZ CRDe 4 Stroke 2.6 Litre Turbocharged DI Diesel engine, it is entitled to produce handsome power of 15 bhp @ 3,800 rpm and 277.5 Nm torque @ 1,700 - 2,200 rpm. Detailing the performance further, its 5-speed manual gear transmission box takes it to a top speed of 100 km/h and with Multi Disc Wet Type clutch, the power transmission is smoother than ever.

Vehicle Built and Load Capacity

With only wheelbase option of 3,040 mm and turning radius of 5,600 mm, Scorpio Getaway can easily navigate narrow street roads and sharper turns. Talking about overall dimensions, it is 5,118 mm long, 1,850 mm wide and 1,874 mm high and could lift up to a maximum Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 2,650 kg for 4WD option and 2,550 kg for 2WD option.

Handling and Suspension

Being basically an SUV, Scorpio Getaway has power steering which is able to get tilted whenever required to ensure that driver stays fresh even while on long trips. Also with this power steering, its easier to maneuver the pickup on any given terrain.

For suspensions, the company has offered Double Wish-bone with Torsion Bar springs at front and Semi-Elliptical Leaf Spring at the rear with Rigid Axles to support them at both ends.

Braking and Safety

Coming to the brakes, Scorpio Getaway is equipped with Disc brakes at front and Drum brakes at rear to help driver stop the pickup at any given speed with load full to its capacity. Additional safety has been catered by providing various features like Voice Assist System, Crash Protection Crumple Zone, fire retardant upholstery, collapsible steering column, tubeless tyres and seat belts.

Design and Comfort

Aesthetically, Scorpio Getaway is very much an SUV with features like sporty decals, provocative bonnet scoop, aerodynamic structure, new fog lamps, powered OVRMs, follow me headlamps and stylish body structure. The cabin is equipped with two-tone interiors, mobile charging points, illuminated key ring, plush seats & upholstery, individual armrests on 1st row, AC, heating and ventilation and overall drive comfort.