The Scorpio N carries forward two engine options. The petrol is a 2.0-litre turbocharged unit, mStallion, producing 200 PS and up to 380 Nm of torque. The diesel is a 2.2-litre mHawk common rail unit, available in two states of tune, 130 PS/300 Nm on the base diesel, and 175 PS/400 Nm on higher variants.

Both engines are paired with a 6-speed manual or 6-speed torque-converter automatic. Also four-wheel drive, with 4-High and 4-Low settings, is available only with the higher-output diesel.

ARAI-certified mileage figures for the Scorpio N facelift are 12.17 kmpl for the petrol manual, 12.12 kmpl for the petrol automatic, 15.94 kmpl for the diesel manual in lower variants, and 15.42 kmpl for the diesel manual in mid to top variants.

The diesel automatic returns 15.42 kmpl across the board. The lower-output base diesel manual, Z2 and Z4, returns the best figure in the range at 15.94 kmpl.

The dashboard layout is tall and upright, retaining its familiar dual-tone mocha brown and black leatherette theme. 

The central section has been redesigned, where the horizontal AC vents now sit below the new 12.3-inch floating touchscreen, replacing the older vertical vents and the smaller 8-inch screen. Physical rotary knobs for the climate controls have been retained, which is a relief.

Behind the steering wheel, the new 10.25-inch fully digital instrument cluster replaces the previous semi-digital unit, bringing the Scorpio N in line with Mahindra's newer offerings like the Thar Roxx. 

The 12-speaker Sony sound system, wireless charger with active cooling, dual-zone automatic climate control, ventilated front seats, the 6-way power-adjustable driver's seat, remote engine start via the Adrenox Connect app, and built-in Alexa voice control all carry over. 

The driver's seat continues to offer the highest seating position in its segment, which gives excellent road visibility.

The Scorpio N is available in both 6-seater with captain seats and 7-seater configurations. Lastly, boot space with the third row folded measures 786 litres.

The Scorpio N's exterior sees minimal changes with this update, which isn't entirely a bad thing. The front is dominated by a bold, wide grille finished in chrome, flanked by the signature twin-barrel LED headlamp units with LED projectors and sting-like LED DRLs framing the fog lamps. Sequential LED turn indicators sit on the ORVMs.

Along the sides, the SUV retains its familiar high shoulder line, large glass area, and roof-mounted spoiler. Body cladding is present but not overdone, letting the sheer size and height of the SUV do the talking.

The biggest exterior update, and the only real visible one, is the new 18-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels on higher variants, which look noticeably more premium than before. 

Lower variants continue with 17-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels or steel wheels depending on the variant.

At the rear, the Volvo-inspired stacked LED taillamps are unchanged, so are the shark-fin antenna and rear spoiler. There are also no changes to the rear bumper or body panels.

The Scorpio N carries a 5-star Global NCAP rating from its 2022 crash tests, which applies to this facelift. Standard safety equipment includes ABS with EBD, Electronic Stability Control with 18 sub-functions, hill hold, hill descent control, TPMS, all-round disc brakes, and ISOFIX/i-SIZE child seat mounts.

Front airbags come as standard, while side and curtain airbags are added from the Z8S variant onwards, taking the total to six. A meaningful addition with this update is the 540-degree surround-view camera system with a blind view monitor, available on higher trims.

Also, the Level 2 ADAS suite, introduced in a 2025 update, continues.

The Scorpio N facelift closely competes with the Tata Safari, Hyundai Alcazar, and MG Hector Plus in its segment and price bracket.

The Safari is the Scorpio N's most direct rival. Monocoque construction versus body-on-frame is the fundamental divide here. The Safari has a noticeably more premium cabin, better third-row comfort for adults, and a larger 528-litre boot. The Scorpio N counters with higher ground clearance, 4WD availability on diesel variants, a more powerful engine lineup, and the new panoramic sunroof closing one of its earlier gaps against the Safari.

The Alcazar sits in a similar price bracket and now offers a more contemporary, feature-rich interior. It holds an edge in ride quality and cabin refinement. The Scorpio N, though, offers more engine muscle, proper 4WD capability, and a stronger road presence that the Alcazar simply cannot match.

The Hector Plus brings a large 14-inch touchscreen and a notably spacious second and third row to the fight. Interior space per rupee is a genuine Hector Plus advantage. The Scorpio N answers with a more powerful powertrain, 4WD availability, stronger off-road capability, and a 5-star NCAP rating versus the Hector Plus's untested status.