• AX7 $36,990 (driveaway)
• AX7 L $39,990 (driveaway)

The interior has the most obvious features to impress the customer.

There are two high-definition 10.25” digital screens one for the driver merging into the middle infotainment screen.

There is a large sunroof and A neat interior with White leatherette upholstery

It has three rows of seats but like others in the medium SUV class the third row is hardly usable and if in an upright position there is hardly any cargo space.

Some good safety features but no cross-traffic alert function.

It drives like a soft, comfortable family car.

The cult like followers of their tough Ute could well be some of the customers.

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The power train is a 2.0 L turbo-petrol engine, with modest power of 149.2 kW at 5000 rpm and 380 Nm of torque from 1750 rpm. A good pint is that the engine runs on 91 RON Unleaded

It has a 6-speed automatic transmission and is two-wheel drive only through the front wheels.

Both models have the following Driver Assistance Systems

• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Smart Pilot Assist
• Forward Collision Warning
• Automatic Emergency Braking
• Lane Departure Warning
• Lane Keep Assist
• Traffic Sign Recognition
• High Beam Assist

Both models have the following features:

• Adaptive Cruise Control,
• automatic headlamps with High Beam Assist, which switches automatically between low and high beam.
• 7 years/ 150,000 kms warranty, and 7 years road side assist
• Reversing Camera
• LED DRL & Arrowhead LED Taillamps
• Dual Zone Climate Control
• 3rd Row Air conditioning
• tyre pressure monitoring system
• No extra price for any of the six colours
• Full size spare (steel)
• There is a system can be set to continuously record while driving, negating the need for a traditional dashcam through memory card installation.

The high specification AX7 L has in addition:

• 12-speaker SONY system
• wireless charging
• Blind View Monitor camera picture covering your blind spots in the dash in front of the driver.
• Stop and Go driving function as part of its adaptive cruise control,

The medium sized SUV segment in the Australian market is currently the biggest and fastest growing SUV category and is packed with products from many companies. Prominent models from well established companies include the Toyota RAV 4, Nisan X-Trail, Mitsubishi Outlander, Hyundai Tucson, and Kia Sportage. But there are also some more recent players from China such as Haval and the all-electric BYD Atto.

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They have now launched a large SUV – the Scorpio N.

It is designed as a true four wheel drive with a ladder frame chassis, low range gear box and a rear axle mechanically locking differential and it serves this function well.

Scorpio N has a 2.2 litre four cylinder turbo diesel with moderate power but quite good torque and a six speed automatic gearbox.

It has a tall upright stance with above average window area on the sides.

Low pricing will have the benefit of enticing customers to a little known brand. At launch pricing which is schedule to last to 30 June 2023 has the base model Z8 at a drive away price of just $42,000 and the up market Z8L at $45,000 driveaway. These prices are around $8,000 to $20,000 + cheaper than their likely competition.

The All-New Scorpio is a 5 Star Global NCAP rated vehicle and is powered by 129kw / 400 Nm Turbo Diesel engine with 6 speed Aisin Automatic Transmission. In keeping with its adventure capabilities, it will be offered with true 4×4 capability.

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Mahindra Scorpio N 4WD Capability

True 4×4 Capability featured on all Australian specification Scorpio Variants include:

• Body on Frame Ladder Frame Chassis
• Rear Wheel Drive / Part Time 4×4
• Shift on Fly 4×4 between 4WD High and 2WD
• Rear Axle with Mechanical locking differential
• Electronic Brake Locking Differential
• 4XPLOR Intelligent 4×4 System with selectable Terrain Modes

Z8 Features:

• Sunroof
• Coffee Black Leatherette Interior
• LED Light Package

Z8L Features (Over and above Z8):

• SONY 3D Immersive Audio 12 Speakers with Sub-woofer
• 6-Way Electric Driver’s Seat
• 7 in Colour TFT Drivers Side Cluster
• Front Offroad Camera with Parking Sensors

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