Mahindra just unveiled a new version of the Scorpio N called the Carbon. Although the new edition keeps the design characteristics of the normal vehicle, it features an all-black exterior and blacked-out parts such as alloy wheels and roof rails. Let’s take a brief look at how the newly introduced Carbon compares to the Tata Safari Dark version.
Front Design
Both the Carbon and Dark versions share the same design components as their basic models. The Safari Dark’s fascia is completely blacked out, whereas the Scorpio Carbon’s grille is chrome. The Safari Stealth retains its chrome badging, while the Scorpio N Carbon remains in dark chrome.
Side Design
The Safari Dark and Scorpio N Carbon both have entire black side profiles, including the door handles and roof rails. The Scorpio N Carbon receives 18-inch blacked-out alloy wheels, while the Safai Dark variant has 19-inch black alloy wheels.
Rear Design
When considering the rear profile, the Safari Dark has more blacked-out components than the Scorpio N carbon. The Tata Safari Dark version features a blacked-out skid plate and nameplate, whilst the Scorpio N Carbon just gets a skid plate in the new black color. Safari receives blacked-out badging, whereas Scorpio N gets dark chrome badging.
Interior Design
Instead of the ordinary version’s dual-tone interior, the Safari Dark and Scorpio N Carbon have an all black interior. Both SUVs also feature black leatherette-wrapped seats. The Carbon version retains more chrome features in the cabin than the Dark variant.
Features And SafetyÂ
The Safari Dark boasts a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a JBL 10-speaker sound system, a wireless phone charger, automatic air conditioning with second and third-row vents, ventilated front seats, and cruise control.
The Scorpio N Carbon features an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a Sony 12-speaker sound system, dual-zone auto air conditioning with vents in the second row, a wireless phone charger, and a ventilated front seat.
In terms of safety, the Mahindra Scorpio N Carbon comes standard with 6 airbags, whereas the Tata Safari Dark may have up to 7 airbags installed. Common safety features include an auto-dimming IRVM, tire pressure monitoring, ISOFIX child seat anchors, and hill start aid. The Safari Dark also receives Level 2 advanced driving assistance system (ADAS) features like forward collision warning and lane keep assist.
PowertrainsÂ
| Models | Mahindra Scorpio N Carbon | Tata Safari Dark | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2-litre turbo-petrol engine | 2.2-litre diesel engine | 2-litre diesel |
| Power | 203 PS | 175 PS | 2-litre diesel |
| Torque | 370 Nm (MT) / 380 Nm (AT) | 370 Nm (MT) / 400 Nm (AT) | 350 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed MT* / 6-speed AT^ | 6-speed MT / 6-speed AT | 6-speed MT, 6-speed AT |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD / 4WD | FWD |
Price
| Mahindra Scorpio N Carbon | Tata Safari Dark |
| Rs 19.19 lakh to Rs 24.89 lakh | Rs 19.64 lakh to Rs 27 lakh |
