Mahindra Scorpio-N deliveries have finally started in full swing. Variants that were earlier kept at a distance are now reaching showrooms, and the brand is gradually focusing on reducing the waiting period for the Scorpio-N. This ladder-frame SUV has a strong fan following. Hence it is quite a common sight on social media. In fact, pictures and videos of modified examples of the Scorpio-N have started appearing on image-sharing platforms. Digital designers are also not leaving any blank. Recently, Bimble Designs uploaded a set of images that shows what the Trophy Truck avatar of the Mahindra Scorpio-N would look like.
The modified Mahindra Scorpio-N does not look stupid in the rendering images. A purposeful machine is what it seems. The SUV has abandoned its body shell and third row for a full-size truck bed. It comes with a spare wheel along with a radiator. The tail lamps are inspired from the Scorpio-N itself, and the fenders all around have been strengthened to house the bigger wheels and the wider track. The front end gets the Scorpio-N’s headlamps and grille. However, the bumper is a custom-built unit. With this modification, it is extremely masculine in terms of visual appeal.
Under the bonnet, the designer has now fitted a twin-turbo V8 LS1 power plant. It is a small-black 90-degree V8 engine originally developed by Chevrolet, and can produce over 700 Hp and 900 Nm. The suspension has also been updated by the designers. The front end now uses custom-fabricated double wishbones, while the rear end gets a beefed-up solid axle. Other changes to make it more capable are off-road-spec wheels shod with MT tyres. Also, the designers have managed to fit a roll cage along with racing seats here.
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From the factory, the Mahindra Scorpio-N is available with two powertrain options – 2.0L turbo-petrol and 2.2L turbocharged diesel. The petrol motor develops a peak power output of 200 bhp against 370 Nm of peak torque. The oil burner, on the other hand, churns out 175 HP and 400 Nm of max output. Transmission options include 6-speed stick shift and 6-speed AT. In addition, the SUV comes with the option of a 4-wheel-drive layout, which includes a transfer case and a low-ratio gearbox. Mahindra Scorpio-N prices start from Rs. 12.74 lakhs and go up to Rs. 24.05 lakhs, ex-showroom.