Mahindra Scorpio Classic vs MG Hector
The Scorpio Classic is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹13.91 lakh against ₹14.95 lakh for the Hector. The Scorpio Classic claims better mileage (up to 14.44 km/l). Expert reviewers rate the Hector higher (7/10 vs 6/10). The Scorpio Classic seats more people (up to 9). Only the Hector offers an automatic gearbox.
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Scorpio Classic vs Hector: specs and prices
| Mahindra Scorpio Classic | MG Hector | |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹13.91 L – ₹17.48 L | ₹14.95 L – ₹20.15 L |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Manual | Manual, Automatic |
| Seats | 7 / 9 | 5 / 7 |
| Mileage (claimed) | 14.44 km/l | 12.34–13.79 km/l |
| Airbags (max) | 2 | 6 |
| Crash-test rating | Not tested | Not tested |
| Expert score | 6/10 | 7/10 |
| Variants | 2 | 9 |
| Cheapest automatic | – | ₹17.15 L |
Ex-showroom prices from each maker's official website, updated 2026-10-22. On-road prices depend on your state.
Quick answers
- Which is cheaper, the Mahindra Scorpio Classic or the MG Hector?
- The Mahindra Scorpio Classic starts at ₹13.91 lakh ex-showroom; the MG Hector starts at ₹14.95 lakh. Prices updated 2026-10-22.
- Which is safer, the Scorpio Classic or the Hector?
- Neither has a published crash-test rating yet. The Scorpio Classic has up to 2 airbags and the Hector up to 6.
- Which is better, the Scorpio Classic or the Hector?
- The Scorpio Classic is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹13.91 lakh against ₹14.95 lakh for the Hector. The Scorpio Classic claims better mileage (up to 14.44 km/l). Expert reviewers rate the Hector higher (7/10 vs 6/10). The Scorpio Classic seats more people (up to 9). Only the Hector offers an automatic gearbox. Which suits you depends on your budget and the features you need: Right Ride's matcher ranks both against your priorities and shows on-road prices for your state.