2023 Mahindra Scorpio off-road review! 4H, 4L, diff lock, hill descent, rocks 

This car is the most popular one to go off-road to hilly and mountain regions of Nepal. Great car!

Isuzu should study Mahindra's 4wd system. This was bloody impressive!!!!

Very impressed. I just became an owner last week. Not taken off road but on road doing 1200 km over 3 days this car is in all aspects on par with the Prado VX. Prado only has heated and ventilated seats and memory seats extra. Scorpio beats it in interior space, more usb points, better sound of infotainment system. For half the price, I smile all the way. Cant wait to take it offroad.

I am even more impressed than the on road segment. Off road better than many established 4X4 s. Love the captain seats in 2nd row, unbolt and remove 3rd row. Love the absence of those bloody active safty features, it's just a great vehicle for those who can drive.

This is an AMAZING car & OFF ROADER ! We extensively tested it off road here in SA and I WILL take this over any Fortuner, Everest or any other current competitors all day every day without a blink of an eye ! 😉💪👍👌✨ At 50% to actually 40% in price (even less) compared to the above competitors this thing is literally BETTER and more competent off road than most of these massively over priced rivals ✨ You GOT to see this in DEEP LOOSE sand 🎉 Imagine putting on a few mud - or all terrains.. as this hear is literally in smooth airplane tyres😂 This is just so good ! On and off road just a BREEZE and all round stand out winner considering ALL FACTORS for a car like this 😄👏👍👌

The fact you didn't notice that it was doing all this stuff on h/t tyres, impressive 😱😱

You can use the steering-mounted controls on the right side to make the hill descent speed even slower if you wanted to, I just found out recently in mine and was surprised no one in the media channels has reported it yet in any of the markets Scorpion has been launched. The default speed is just a bit too fast for my liking

Genuinely impressed with this vehicles off road abilities,and given it hasn't got a lot of bells and whistles pretty amazing.

I love the reviews on this new Scorpio, only down side is the back seats but am 90% considering it, can’t wait to test drive one

You can control the hill decent effectivity with the cruise control button, you can make it slow or faster. Plz try that as not many people know about it.

That is on a different level. Kudos mahindra!

This car goes to harsh environment in India and Nepal so totally worthy what it has to offer with given price.

Thank you Paul and the team at car expert for doing an off road review of this vehicle. You listened to my comment. 🙏 Best car channel EVER!

Good to know that it really is a genuinely good entry level 4wd. Pretty much every other real 4WD has priced itself out of an eager market, and the price of this starts at almost the same price as a well specc'd Kia/Hyundai hatchback. People can finally dip their toes into the lifestyle without having to gamble the used car market.

I think the interest in this vehicle is less indicative of the vehicle and more about how overpriced new 4WDs have gotten

Good to see Indian Brand Improving day by day 🧡

In India, the Mahindra Scorpio has made a significant impression and established itself as a popular choice among SUV enthusiasts. It has garnered a loyal fan base and continues to be a symbol of power and durability on Indian roads. One of the reasons behind the Scorpio's success in India is its rugged and robust design, which appeals to the Indian consumer's preference for sturdy and imposing vehicles. The Scorpio's strong presence on the road turns heads and commands respect. Additionally, the Scorpio's performance capabilities have contributed to its popularity. It offers a powerful engine that handles both city driving and off-road adventures with ease. The Scorpio's ability to conquer challenging terrains has made it a preferred choice for Indian drivers who appreciate its reliability and versatility. Furthermore, the Scorpio's spacious and comfortable cabin has been well-received in India. With its ample seating capacity and sufficient legroom, it caters to the needs of larger families or groups. The Scorpio's practicality and utility have made it a sought-after choice for long journeys and family outings. The Mahindra brand itself holds a strong presence in the Indian automotive market, which further enhances the Scorpio's reputation. Mahindra has built a reputation for manufacturing vehicles that are specifically designed for Indian conditions, and the Scorpio is a prime example of that commitment. Overall, the Mahindra Scorpio has left a positive impression in India, combining ruggedness, performance, and practicality. It has become an emblem of adventure and reliability, appealing to Indian drivers who seek a capable SUV that can handle diverse terrains and accommodate their lifestyle needs.

Given how bigger vehicles like Mux struggled with these things even to get off that see saw. Goes to show the Thar breed lurking underneath. Once it gets all bells and whistles this is going to shake up the segment.

great priced car, does a better job on and off road than some more expensive versions, if they had both rear seats fold up, would solve the luggage space issues.

A snorkel will fix that eventually. TJM, ARB & Mahindra etc will soon have a range of approved parts suitable for it One totally capable vehicle. A suspension lift kit & better tyres will probably nail it. No effort at all. Amazing

Great robust vehicles. They have proven themselves well. One has to expect a bit more agrarian engineering but to me that is what is attractive about it. Less is more when it comes to electronics and fancy faux finishes, especially if you ever intend to use it off tar.

If only it had full safety and the storage wasn't weird. This is what Nissan should have done to the Xtrail instead of going full soccer mum car.

It would be really interesting to see a G-Class on this off-road course!

This is why Jeep is scared of Mahindra launching Mahindra thar in Right hand drive markets but mate Jeep used to be like Manindra in 90s but after FCA Takeover this is what Jeep wants to be But never will be these quote works for jeeps In search of gold we lost diamonds.

Would love to see an on- road and off-road comparison amongst scorpio n, fortuner, paj sport, mu-x, everest including best value for money

Great review, very impressed. It'd be interesting to see some AWDs taken over that course and see how they fare. I reckon some of the better ones could take it

Scorpio, a Marvel of Indian Engineering!❤

When Paul uploads you know it’s gonna be a good one!

Nice to see Indian cars getting better.

Super! Keep it up

Thanks Paul ..great review as always... Impressed with Mahindra setting foot firmly in Australia. When can see you review the Tank 300.. seems these will be competitor 😊

Impressive performance! Worth a look for anyone looking of a no-nonsense, affordable and capable ladder-on-frame off roader. Behaves suprisingly well on-road too. Still cannot look past the underpowered engine and build quality niggles but the off road chops could allow it to carve a niche of its own.

The car drive train was originally designed for the indian Military, for reconnaissance in deserts and Himalayan mountains ….

Nice one Paul. Would love to see GWM Tank 300 in this off road track. Let see how capable it is ;)

Very impressive off-road capabilities indeed for the price point. Gr8 video as usual m8.

In India Scorpio N , XUV700 and the Mahindra Thar are the most popular choices for hundreds of thousands of people. Mahindra cannot make enough of these vehicles to bring down the waiting period. These are really good vehicles.

I have this and it thrills me every time I drive it. I am a genuinely happy customer. Thanks for tis review 👍

It is a great true SUV, has its shortcomings in terms of comfort features such as glass holders. But it excells overall as a product in that price range. I understand some people want active safety features for the onroad use, honestly they should just get a sedan if that's their primary requirement.

Got around to watching the rest of the previous video just in time for this to go up! :D :D

Thank you mahindra for build a cheap car that offers so much in term of offroad capability..the world really need that today

I really like this 4x4, I'm waiting for a proper rear bench, some basic active safety features, a metro dealer network in Victoria that is more than just Frankston and hopefully a liftback rear rather than the side opening door. It looks good, drives well in town, is killer offroad and is amazing value.

I wish this was a safer vehicle with more on road prowess. I loved my old GV and this looks like a reincarnation that would fill the void quite well.

Good to see the underdog brands putting out great value vehicles great work Mahindra

Didnt think scorpio will be able to do the uphill. Great job. Great vehicle

Very good review. Thank you 🙏

Great review Paul. Could you please comment on the body flex and chassis rigidity of this car. Thank you

Wow...good one Paul...and I think that Auto off roader is good stuff

Mahindra was always this cheap and nasty brand here in South Africa, but with this new Scorpio I think they got it spot on, for the price. Fortuner rival for sure.

Another great video👍

The amusing thing is, is people are going to go beserk about the 5 door Jimny which is also made in India, and ignore this which is going to sell at roughly the same price. The Jimny is also underpowered and only really good off road.

As an Indian my chest swells with pride Proud of mahindra Although I like old Scorpio

Mahindra has decade of off-road expireance. the first car i did off-roading was on Mahindra Marshal, it didn't had any tech but it was very off-road capable

We climbed a Himalayan mountain ( no proper road, only rocks 🪨) in Nepal on an old Scorpio (4x4) . Many times I thought the axel will break but it overcome all obstacles and ascended . Beast of a car. ✌️👍😊

Thanks Paul for reviewing this car! Seems like a great car with a great price! Some safety feature issues, except that a great low maintenance car! Cheers.

To be honest although not much a very fan of Indian cars but they’re the most reliable given the market they have a very tough set up of both marketing and demand. Heads off to their machines to meet so much requirements in one. No wonder why many company give up. Tata and Mahindra is the most reliable segment as of now and i drive one which never failed.

Not bad. Out of curiosity, what tyre pressure was used for the testing?

You Australians are very lucky, Mahindra is providing 227 mm of ground clearance which makes it good for off road otherwise they provide only 187 mm ground clearance in India.

Is there any suspension lift and bigger tire options available for this car?

Cool. Have you reviewed the mahindra ute some where? Thanks

So on the Moguls it’s not the traction control doing anything - it’s the rear diff auto-locking. Also it did appear to be in one of the modes as when you placed it in 4H there was also a mountain icon lit up on the dash. Saying your not fond of auto lockers - well the Defender you drove in the towing test recently I watched the display and both the centre and rear diffs locked or partially locked without any complaint. The Land Rover system is just so good. And the traction control works within ⅛ of a wheel slip rotation - additionally it doesn’t wait for slip before engaging - mostly it’ll preempt before slip even occurs especially at very low speeds.

Nice review.

Excellent video Paul! When do you plan to review Mahindra’s XUV700, recently launched in Australia. Very keen to watch your review on this one.

You may have hit final nail in convincing to buy this. That was freaking impressive. Great Review 👍.

1990's pricing on a brand new 4x4 capable car, bargain! Prefer a 3 seat in the middle though.

For me as I am Indian, its normal to see these cars totally abused by their owners and they still perform well. Even in the Northern hilly mountains, these cars perform exceptionally well. This brand has some really raw and reliable cars

I was very surprised that's unreal little 4x4

Love from India ❤❤❤

Which one you will recommend someone who drivels mostly in city.x uv700 or scorpion???

looks promising...might get one once all the essential safety features are in place

G'day Paul, Looking forward to your review of XUV7OO. Hope it's on the horizon..

Happy to see Scorpio here

What about the door opening test you always do on the offset moguls Or was it because it would fail that test ??

Scorpio n is 5 star ncap safety rated car....😮😮😮

I would like to see the mahindra pik up reviewed and run over the same course

Good car. Good review.

Very factually comprehensive analysis😃.

Heart of indian boy's. Super. U should once try TATA HARRIYA also

As an Indian, since childhood I had known that whenever you say "Mahindra" you mean "reliable". These vehicles are like a soldier who will keep fighting and defending the territory with every little it has until he is completely destroyed by rocket launchers and bombs.

Could you please review Mahindra s11 auto?

What is the aftermarket modification market like for these?

That hill descent was super fast

Wow! Very Impressive.

Amazing Review Mate. Awaiting your Mahindra XUV 700 Review as well 😁

So glad to see the Amarok video is coming up... wink wink @04:22 😜

Hi guys anyone can give advice should I buy TANK 300 or Mahindra n??

They make tractors as well so the traction control should be good ...no fancy items but will be comfort in riding

1 word; Very impressive

This car is doing all this stuff with h/t tyres . Wow impressive 😍

That was very good.

Well done! Mahindra.

Damn...that's super impressive.

It is really a impressive suv....,👍👍👍

Paul you should add a gravel handling and stability test

Hey man! Great video Is the Scorpio N sold in Australia a little different than the one they sell in india? As I own one and the clearance I have been told is 187 mm . The car though has been a joy to live with ❤ Thanks

When Paul impressed means car definitely good

If this had a v6 in it, I think it will sell a lot easier. Off-road 4x4 guys don’t care too much about on road safety and tech etc or they wouldn’t buy Toyotas 🤡😂

Can u review the mahindra pikup?

It's a beast ...love this suv ...m&m superb

Does au variant has more ground clearance then Indian variant ? I guess Indian one is 187mm not 220+ for sure

It can go upto 600mm of water depth...already tested the mention water depth is not official