The Manindra Scorpio N was recently revealed and it has left all of us very excited. The sheer number of options that one can get this SUV in is amazing! There’s petrol, 2 types of diesel powertrains, automatic, manual, 4×2, and 4×4! These are just the mechanical options, there are even more options in variants! However, today, let’s focus on the Mahindra Scorpio N automatic and see if we really need it.
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What kind of automatic does the Mahindra Scorpio N get?
The Scorpio N gets a 6-speed torque converter gearbox for the automatic variants. Generally, torque converter gearboxes are considered to be a fantastic blend of performance, reliability, and convenience. This is the same transmission that has been serving the Thar and the XUV700, so it is tried and tested as well.
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Does a 4×4 need an automatic?
Well, it doesn’t NEED an automatic to function, but having one is good. Most high-end 4×4 vehicles only come with an automatic gearbox, and there’s a reason behind that. An automatic transmission can sync up with the 4×4 system much better as compared to a manual transmission. Moreover, in hardcore off-road conditions, one doesn’t really want to focus on what gear that car is in. The biggest reason cars get a manual transmission with a 4×4 is to lower costs. A 4×4 system in itself costs a lot, add that with an automatic and the costs will go higher up. This is why manufacturers tend to offer it along with a manual transmission as well.
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Is an automatic necessary on the Mahindra Scorpio N?
In today’s times, yes it is. Most people today want an automatic car for the sake of convenience. Juggling between gears on jam-packed roads is a very tiring task and it just doesn’t seem very with it now. Manufacturers have noticed a spike in the demand for automatic cars and hence most cars do have an automatic option now. The Mahindra Scorpio N is going to cater to a huge variety of buyers, and having an automatic as an option is very important when the customer base is so wide.
Here was why the Mahindra Scorpio N needs to have an automatic transmission as an option! What would you like to read next? Let us know in the comments below!
Hi,
In a fix. Got the introductory offer. However, should I consider Z4 Automatic Diesel with the same budget or Z6 Manual Diesel. I have never tried automatic and want to try one now. I don’t like driving and my driving is mostly in city and 4-5 times out of city in a year with usage of less than 10000 km. Does torque converter translate the input torque and force without much lag ? Does it has a risk of slipping down the hill? Also I want more power in the lower RPMs- which I miss in petrol engine. I don’t know if that is power or torque, but the mix of both – should I consider petrol to diesel?
Hi Saurabh,
Automatic cars these days are equipped with the technologies that don’t allow your car to slip, basically talking about the hill hold control here. Automatic doesn’t mean you are putting yourself at a risk. Same is the thing for petrol engines. Buy petrol auto if you are looking for comfort. Buy diesel manual if you want some thrill!