What is it?
Mahindra's body-on-frame mid-large 4x4 wagon for Australia, in showrooms since December 2025. One trim, Z8L+, $48,990 drive-away. 2.2L turbo diesel making 129 kW and 400 Nm through an Aisin 6-speed auto, with part-time 4WD and low range. The headline MY26 change is a full Level 2 ADAS suite standard.
Single grade on offer in Australia. Warranty cover sits at 7 years, 150,000 km.
Interior and Technology
$48,990 drive-away buys body-on-frame 4x4 hardware with low range, a rear diff lock, seven seats and Level 2 ADAS, all under a 7-year 150,000 km private warranty.
ANCAP rating is not yet published for MY26 and the previous car scored zero stars in 2023, the ride is firm on-road, and the third row is best for kids only.
Should you buy the Scorpio?
Reasons to buy
- $48,990 drive-away buys body-on-frame 4x4 hardware with low range, a rear diff lock, seven seats and Level 2 ADAS, all under a 7-year 150,000 km private warranty.
- Warranty: 7 years, 150,000 km (private).
- Braked towing rated at 2,500 kg.
Reasons to wait
- ANCAP rating is not yet published for MY26 and the previous car scored zero stars in 2023, the ride is firm on-road, and the third row is best for kids only.
- You need a published ANCAP rating (the previous car scored zero stars in 2023 and the MY26 update is not yet tested), proven aftersales coverage in remote Australia, or a softer on-road ride.
- Confirm ANCAP testing status before signing. Test the third row with the people who will actually sit there. The Scorpio is happiest off-road or towing; on-highway manners trail a Prado or MU-X.
- Top trim climbs to $48,990 drive-away.
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