VS
At a Glance
Power
89 kW
129 kW
Torque
145 Nm
400 Nm
Fuel
6.0 l/100km
—
Towing
-
2500 Kg
Engine
1498 cc
2179 cc
Choosing between the Honda HR-V and the Mahindra Scorpio-N is one of the most common decisions car buyers in South Africa face. The Honda HR-V delivers 89 kW while the Mahindra Scorpio-N produces 129 kW. Pricing starts at R539 900 for the HR-V and R629 899 for the Scorpio-N. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Specification
Honda HR-V1.5 Elegance CVT 2025 - From R539 900
Mahindra Scorpio-N2.2d 4x4 A/T (z8l) 2023 - From R629 899
Performance
Power Output
89 kW
129 kW
Torque
145 Nm
400 Nm
Top Speed
-
-
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1498 cc
2179 cc
Engine Layout
inline
inline
Cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
petrol
diesel
Forced Induction Device
—
turbocharger
Transmission
automatic
automatic
Number of Gears
-
6
Drive Wheels
front
all
Full Time 4x4
—
✓ Standard
Low Range
—
✓ Standard
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
6.0 l/100km
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 l
57 l
CO2 Emissions
144 g/km
174 g/km
Dimensions
Length
4361 mm
4662 mm
Width
1790 mm
1918 mm
Height
1590 mm
1905 mm
Wheelbase
2610 mm
2750 mm
Ground Clearance
187 mm
—
Kerb Weight
1281 Kg
2110 Kg
Doors
5
5
Seats
5
7
Load Volume
304-956-1274 l
—
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
-
2500 Kg
Load Capacity
459 lkg
—
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
✓ Standard
—
Stability Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Traction Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Airbag Count
6
6
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Curtain Airbags
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
✓ Standard
—
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Reversing Camera
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
—
✓ Standard
Sunroof
—
✓ Standard
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
5
5
Warranty Distance
200000 Km
150000 Km
Service Plan
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Service Plan Years
4yr
5yr
Service Plan Distance
60000km
110000km
Service Intervals
15000
15000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Mahindra Scorpio-N
2 / 4 categories
Performance
Scorpio-N
Fuel Economy
Tied
Value
HR-V
Practicality
Scorpio-N
Pros & Cons
Honda HR-V
Lower starting price (R539 900)
Less power than rival (89 kW vs 129 kW)
Mahindra Scorpio-N
More powerful engine (129 kW)
Higher towing capacity (2500 Kg)
Higher starting price
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has more power, the HR-V or Scorpio-N?
The HR-V produces 89 kW and 145 Nm of torque while the Scorpio-N delivers 129 kW and 400 Nm of torque. The Scorpio-N is the more powerful option.
What is the price difference between the HR-V and Scorpio-N?
The HR-V starts from R539 900 and the Scorpio-N from R629 899. The HR-V is cheaper by R89 999 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the HR-V or Scorpio-N?
The HR-V has a braked towing capacity of 0 Kg and the Scorpio-N can tow 2500 Kg. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the HR-V or the Scorpio-N?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.