Mahindra Scorpio-N vs Deepal S07
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Mahindra Scorpio-N

$48,990 - $48,990

2026 price

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Deepal S07

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2025 price

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Summary

2026 Mahindra Scorpio-N

2025 Deepal S07

By Marcus Craft

By Andrew Chesterton

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Diesel Turbo 4, 2.2L

Not Applicable, 0.0L

Fuel Type

Diesel

Electric

Fuel Efficiency

7.2L/100km (combined)

0.0L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Capable 4WD
Reasonable on-road
Now it has more safety gear

Street-smart looks
Spacious and practical boot
Well-priced and equipped

Dislikes

No mechanical changes
It costs more
No ANCAP safety rating

Incessant bonging of safety systems
Comfortable but uninspiring drive
Slow 'fast' charging

2026 Mahindra Scorpio-N Summary

The Mahindra Scorpio is back – but now it has upgraded safety tech (including AEB) and it’s only available in one variant: the Z8L+.

This is a 4WD wagon with a fair bit of appeal: seven seats, a stack of standard features, a low-range transfer case, an automatic rear diff lock and its price-tag – at just under $50 grand – won’t kick you in the space near the pocket where you keep your wallet.

It hasn’t undergone any mechanical changes so is the Scorpio any good off-road?

Read on.

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2025 Deepal S07 Summary

You’re getting flooded with new electric mid-size SUVs from China, I know. But if you’re struggling to recall them all, just remember – this is the good-looking one.

It’s the Deepal S07, the spearhead for the Deepal brand's new presence in Australia, and I reckon it looks damn sharp.

But is there substance to match the style? And can it take on the likes of the Kia EV5, Tesla Model Y and XPeng G6?

Let's find out, shall we?

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Deep dive comparison

2026 Mahindra Scorpio-N 2025 Deepal S07

Verdict

It may seem like I've been harsh on this Mahindra but I reckon the Scorpio Z8L+ is a positive product for the company.

It’s nice enough to drive on-road – reasonably refined and comfortable – and it’s also a capable 4WD, with some trade-offs.

But this seven-seat wagon remains a good value-for-money prospect with the addition of more driver-assist tech onboard boosting its safety and adding to its overall appeal.

Verdict

The Deepal S07 has the makings of a great family friendly EV, but with some quirks that really need to be ironed out.

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Mahindra Scorpio-N vs Deepal S07
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