VS
At a Glance
Power
129 kW
114kW@6000
Torque
400 Nm
200Nm@4000
Fuel
—
6.9
Towing
2500 Kg
1000
0-100 km/h
—
9.5
Engine
2179 cc
1998
Choosing between the Mahindra Scorpio-N and the MAZDA CX-5 is one of the most common decisions South African car buyers face. The Mahindra Scorpio-N delivers 129 kW while the MAZDA CX-5 produces 114kW@6000. Pricing starts at R622 999 for the Scorpio-N and R397 400 for the CX-5. 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.
Performance
Power Output
129 kW
114kW@6000
Torque
400 Nm
200Nm@4000
0-100 kph
—
9.5
Top Speed
—
187
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
2179 cc
1998
Engine Layout
inline
TRANSVERSE INLINE 4
Cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
diesel
UNLEADED
Forced Induction Device
turbocharger
—
Transmission
automatic
AUTOMATIC
Number of Gears
6
6
Drive Wheels
all
FRONT
Full Time 4x4
✓ Standard
✗
Low Range
✓ Standard
✗
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
—
6.9
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
57 l
56
CO2 Emissions
174 g/km
161
Dimensions
Length
4662 mm
4555
Width
1918 mm
-1840
Height
1905 mm
1670
Wheelbase
2750 mm
2700
Ground Clearance
—
150
Kerb Weight
2110 Kg
1479
Doors
5
5
Seats
7
5
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
2500 Kg
1000
Load Capacity
—
1390
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ 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
—
✗
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
—
✗
Reversing Camera
✓ Standard
—
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
✓ Standard
BEAM
Sunroof
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Heated Seats
—
BOTH FRONT
Electric Seat Adjustment
—
✓ Standard
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
5
48
Warranty Distance
150000 Km
120000
Service Plan
✓ Standard
S
Service Plan Years
5
—
Service Plan Distance
110000
—
Service Intervals
15000
15000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Mahindra Scorpio-N
2 / 4 categories
Performance
Scorpio-N
Fuel Economy
Tied
Value
CX-5
Practicality
Scorpio-N
Pros & Cons
Mahindra Scorpio-N
Higher towing capacity (2500 Kg)
Factory service plan included
Higher starting price
MAZDA CX-5
Lower starting price (R397 400)
No factory service plan
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has more power, the Scorpio-N or CX-5?
The Scorpio-N produces 129 kW and 400 Nm of torque while the CX-5 delivers 114kW@6000 and 200Nm@4000 of torque. They produce similar power outputs.
What is the price difference between the Scorpio-N and CX-5?
The Scorpio-N starts from R622 999 and the CX-5 from R397 400. The CX-5 is cheaper by R225 599 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Scorpio-N or CX-5?
The Scorpio-N has a braked towing capacity of 2500 Kg and the CX-5 can tow 1000. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Scorpio-N or the CX-5?
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.