Mahindra Scorpio 1.99 S4 Plus

Scorpio 1.99 S4 Plus Review

Mahindra and Mahindra brings the bulk to the street with an all new variant of the Scorpio, the stunning S4 Plus . This trim is designed with the best of features from inside and out. The facelifted variant is packed with both power and utility based aspects, combining performance and style with function. The massive road hogger is armed with a 4 cylinder mHawk engine. This futuristic design based machine is capable of a displacement value of 2179cc. The engine's capacity is smoothly funneled through a five speed manual manual gearbox. The massively built SUV is packed with thrills within it as well. An aura of tranquility and comfort soaks the inside of the vehicle, which is complete with an all ventilated air conditioning system and roll it down windows that open with a gentle touch. The machine's sturdily built exteriors are crafted with both style and function in mind. It stands tall and hefty, with enough room for a family and more. Its front grille is imposing and chrome surrounded. A striking bonnet scoop adds appeal to it. The SUV's immense built carries a touch of supremacy like none afforded before.

Exteriors:

The Mahindra Scorpio S4 Plus is a machine built to make an impact. And it succeeds on many levels with an exterior design impacting the roads for years to come. The massively built SUV has nothing left untouched with respect to its appearance. It's front is complete with a chrome finished front grille made with an impressive design. The beastly machine has LED eyebrows that add a tint of ferocity to its overall look. Its rear lights are complete with LED lights, braking lights and cornering lights. Stunning allow wheels cover the machine's wheels, which has large fenders. A stylish two tone applique adorns the rear of the vehicle. Road armor bumpers arm the machine, making it nothing less than a predator on the prowl down the streets.

Interior:

The machine's insides are wide and large, with more than enough room for five people. In addition to its massive space, the machine has a host of features incorporated within it, meant to enhance utility and provide the most comfort filled drive possible for its passengers. Its interiors are coated with metallic accents for a more lavish feel. The luxuriously modeled interiors are of a blue-grey colour that brings the most premium atmosphere into the cabin. A brand new dual tone dashboard sits upfront, designed stylishly, and with the controls to numerous features integrated into it. A six inch screen sits above the dashboard, spelling details regarding the temperature, music and navigation for the passengers. The chrome finished AC vents add a stylistic touch to the alreay well painted interior. The doors have large handles by the side of them, designed with a sleek polish to them. The buttons to the windows lay by the door handles, responding with a mere tap. The SUV sets out to make its passengers feel at home, and its specially designed interiors accomplish this on many lengths.

Engine and Performance:

One of the most remarkable features filling this vehicle's grandeur is its engine and performance capability. The mighty machine is ruled by a company's signature model, the incredible mHawk engine. The four cylinder engine has four valves per cylinder, infused through the common rail direct injection technology. Also arming the high standard engine is a variable geometry turbocharger with an intercooler. The engine fires a maximum power of 120bhp at 4000rpm and a torque that peaks at 280Nm at 1800-2800rpm. An all new gearbox, the 5MT320, eases the burden of shifting gears for the smoothest driving experience. An advanced cushion suspension and anti roll technology is incorporated with the vehicle's engine, enabling shock absorption for the smoothest drive possible. All in all, the SUV's extraordinary displacement capacity of 2179cc spells everything one needs to know about this vehicle's immense performance.

Braking and Handling:

The SUV has a healthy and all rounded design, with its powerful performance balanced with smooth and efficient handling. The vehicle has a telescoping shock absorption mechanism inbuilt with its suspension system, enabling the smoothest handling and an almost completely bump free ride. An independent front coil spring arms the vehicle's front suspension. And a multi link coil spring suspension with an anti roll bar is integrated with the rear part of the suspension. In addition to the standard suspension arrangement, this machine has an advanced cushion suspension technology and an anti-roll technology, altogether enabling it to sail down the harshest of streets with ease and comfort. As for the braking, its front brakes are equipped with a caliper type ventilated disc, while the rear brake has the conventional drum type integration. All in all, this SUV strives to bring forward the best handling possible, giving way to the easiest and most enjoyable of drives for the man behind the wheel.

Comfort features:

The Mahindra Scorpio S4 Plus is made for elegance. The vehicle's inside is designed not only for luxury and tranquility, but for the supremest of comforts. It has an air conditioning system with air vents positioned for maximum circulation inside the cabin. The air conditioning also has a heating feature to hand in hand with cooling. The dashboard hosts a range of features, and a part of them is the advanced music system. The 2-DIN audio system is complete with CD, USB and AUX options. The GPS navigation is availed in 10 different Indian languages. The steering wheel comes with cruise option, enabling the driver to enjoy a more convenient and ease filled drive. In addition to all this, the interior is complete with conventional elements. It has compartments for spare things, bottle holders, a holder for a device and a 12V charging socket. The SUV goes a few extra miles in dazzling its passengers both from within and without.

Safety features:

The overall boldness and menace of this machine states no compromise in its most essential element. Safety is foremost in the Mahindra Scorpio S4 Plus, with airbags on all sides for protection, firm seatbelts and bright lights for night time driving. In addition to these standard features, this mighty machine anchors the firmest security for its passengers with ABS(Anti-Lock Brake Distribution) and EBD(Electronic Brake Distribution). The SUV has a panic brake indicator that advances its safety system by a few levels. A digital engine immobilizer and an anti theft warning go beyond the passenger's usual security measures to ensure that this exquisite machine stays in safe hands.

Pros:

1. Amazing external look.

2. Large, spacious interiors with elegant design all through.

3. Good engine performance for an SUV

Cons:

1. Interior comfort levels can be made better.

2. There is scope to generate better mileage.

3. It could use a better trunk space.