SUV from the company that brought Jeeps to India or an SUV from the original makers of Jeep? Indian ruggedness or American Luxury? Here's our comparo of the Scorpio N vs Jeep Meridian to help you pick the right SUV between the two
Dimensions
| Model | Mahindra Scorpio N | Jeep Merdian |
| Length | 4662 mm | 4769 mm |
| Width | 1917 mm | 1698 mm |
| Height | 1870 mm | 1867 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2636 mm |
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While the Jeep Meridian boasts of having the advantage over the Scorpio N in terms of length, it gets outclassed by the latter when it comes to the height, width, and wheelbase.
Engines
| Model | Mahindra Scorpio N | Jeep Meridian |
| Engines | 2.2 mHawk Diesel 2.0 mStallion Petrol | 2.0 Multijet Diesel |
| Power | Diesel - 132 PS/300 Nm - 175 PS/370 Nm (MT) - 175 PS/400 Nm (AT) Petrol - 203 PS/370 Nm (MT) - 203 PS/380 Nm (AT) | 170 PS/350 Nm |
| Gearboxes | 6 speed MT 6-speed Torque Converter | 6-speed MT 9-speed Torque Converter |
| 4x4/AWD | Optional | Optional |
The Mahindra Scorpio N clearly outperforms the Jeep Meridian in terms of engine and transmission options. Not only do the mStallion and mHawk perform well, but they also appeal to a broader audience. Especially in Delhi-NCR, where petrol cars are more widely accepted. The presence of 4x4/AWD option on both vehicles will make the enthusiasts happy.
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Features
An 8-inch infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, connected-car technology, a 12-speaker Sony audio system, dual-zone climate control, an electric sunroof, wireless charging, Alexa support for what3words, 3 drive modes, 4XPLOR terrain management modes, cruise control, a 7-inch TFT display for the instrument cluster, a 6-way power-adjustable driver's seat, LED headlamps, and other features are available in the Scorpio N
The Jeep Meridian gets a dashboard that is similar to its smaller sibling - the Compass. Behind the three-spoke functional steering wheel is a 10.1-inch floating touchscreen and a 10.25-inch TFT instrument cluster. It also has dual-zone climate control, wireless charging, wireless smartphone connectivity, automatic rain-sensing wipers, cruise control, a powered tailgate, a 360-degree camera, a panoramic sunroof, four-terrain modes, an 8-way electrically adjustable driver's seat, and ventilated front seats.
Conclusion
While the Scorpio N and Jeep Meridian lie in two different price segments, the former offers a lot of capability when compared to the latter. The Scorpio N has kept Mahindra's word of targetting the D-segment is quite some manner.
This was our comparison of the Mahindra Scorpio N vs the Jeep Meridian. Which of these would be your pick? Let us know in the comments section below.
