Scorpio M-Hawk LX or Safari Dicor LX

[raj_5004]

Still confused between the two [:(]
As you all are aware, my heart says Safari but my mind says "Scorpio".
I have now decided to consider second hand car option also, in that case would you still suggest me Safari?? or Scorpio? or will you suggest me to go for a 2nd hand or a new car ?
Also if I am going for 2nd hand safari/scorpio, what points should I consider..

NEVER buy a used safari.

See, accept the fact that Safari is not a very reliable vehicle. Moreover, older safaris will give you more issues. Maintainence wont be cheap either. Resale value will be pathetic.

If you want to buy a second hand SUV, buy the Scorpio instead. Else buy a new Safari.

The advantage of buying a second hand safari is that you will get it much cheaper than a similar Scorpio. Infact, that itself explains the car's reliability, else why would resale value be so low?

I request raj_5004 to suggest or add his points also..

In case of scorpio, get the refresh if you can. Although mechanically, the pre-refresh (mHawk) & refresh Scorpio is the same, it does not hurt to have the latest model. But the refresh might be expensive. So the pre refresh mHawk Scorpio makes sense.

If you are really keen on a second hand safari, then buy the 2.2 Safari LX or GX. Dont go for the VX, not worth it. Buy a safari with not more than 30000 kms on the odo.

I have decided to book a Safari/Scorpio [new or used] on 5th March which is my marriage Anniversary . Your inputs and comments are highly appreciated.

You only have to decide what matters to you -

driving pleasure & reliability - Scorpio mHawk
Ride comfort & space - Safari VTT

Its simple!

 

[Surfer]

sandip24 do you have outside pune address ? If yes then you can save about40-50K, and can get Scorpio SLE.

 

[TSIVipul]

^^
Safari is not a very practical car it suffers from:
1] poor turning radius,
2] parking issues,
3]electronic glitches,
4] tata after sales,

In comparison Scorpio is very practical, fun to drive and smart vehicle.But ask me or my sister and we will never touch Scorpio,why?because its not a very comfortable car like the Safari.

Man if Safari is your real dream car then why the hell you are even considering scorpio,I suggest you buy Scorpio since there are doubts in your mind,Safari is really for those who want safari and nothing else,who want to "reclaim their lives",not for people who compare it with Scorpio.

I myself have once owned a Safari and what my experiences are:-
1):No SUV has good turning radius.
2):Parking issues:They exist with Scorpio too and if the space is equal then both are equally painful to park.I can park a Safari anywhere where a Scorpio can be parked and that's my experience with both.
3):Electronic glitches:My Safari was perfect when we sold it,no hassles at all.And M&M too doesn't use any high quality electronics,I have seen broken down Scorpios too.
4):Tata A.S.S.:Nearly as good as of M&M,if you have a dealership in your city then no issues.Simply go on and buy it.

Even after all this,Scorpio is a more practical vehicle and the MHawk engine is more responsive too.But still ride of Scorpio is not that good and also handling(maybe because I drive sedans and Innova so I feel it) is not upto the mark.Rest overall MY VOTE GOES FOR SAFARI ANY DAY ANY TIME..
MY +1 FOR SAFARI LX..

NEVER buy a used safari.

See, accept the fact that Safari is not a very reliable vehicle. Moreover, older safaris will give you more issues. Maintainence wont be cheap either. Resale value will be pathetic.

If you want to buy a second hand SUV, buy the Scorpio instead. Else buy a new Safari.

The advantage of buying a second hand safari is that you will get it much cheaper than a similar Scorpio. Infact, that itself explains the car's reliability, else why would resale value be so low?

If you are really keen on a second hand safari, then buy the 2.2 Safari LX or GX. Dont go for the VX, not worth it. Buy a safari with not more than 30000 kms on the odo.

You only have to decide what matters to you -

driving pleasure & reliability - Scorpio mHawk
Ride comfort & space - Safari VTT

Well dear Raj,about Mumbai I don't know but here in Delhi and NCR both Scorpio and Safari enjoys nearly same resale value.
My cousin brother has driven a 2003 Safari(the oldest one)and he has already covered 1.25 lac kms in that car but is still happy and I myself has seen the maintenance the Safari requires.Its the owners who consider Safari as too much strong and hence they throw more abuses to it,and that's the reason Safari needs more maintenance.Else show me even a single owner who takes even slight care of his Safari and then his car is making him cry.
Still Scorpio is really somewhat more reliable and less prone to breakdowns.Also the overall maintenance of Scorpio is cheaper too.

About the Second hand Safari +1 to Raj

Rest if you drive most of the time in city,then Scorpio is better also the low speed ride of Scorpio is better than Safari and if highways are what you love then get the cruise machine called Safari its high speed manners are far better than Scorpio.

sandip24 do you have outside pune address ? If yes then you can save about40-50K, and can get Scorpio SLE.

+1
In the above mentioned condition,my vote goes for Scorpio SLE instead of a Safari LX.
In the Scorpio SLE you will get the safety of ABS too(Correct me if I am wrong)..

 

[vijay]

I would say, firstly go and test drive both these vehicle if you are to drive either of them for your daily use.See what suits your style, route and comfort.Then decide you want to go with your heart or head.

 

[THE XOVER]

I would say, firstly go and test drive both these vehicle if you are to drive either of them for your daily use.See what suits your style, route and comfort.Then decide you want to go with your heart or head.

+ 1 to that.We can only suggest go for scorpio or safari but at the end the final decision should be taken by the guy who is plonking his hard earned money on the car.

 

[tornado78]

IMHO
Just wait for next 20 days and you'll have ample of choices including Tata New Safari .

So just keep on searching internet and Mahindra and Tata Showrooms in the meantime and also arrange/rearrange your finances...

As per Tata people New Safari will change the game on 6th January in Delhi Auto Expo...

 

[XaerO]

Yes, please wait for the New Safari. Moreover if its just a few extra features, go with your dream rather than a few features. You're investing your hard earned money, make ur choice too and its not that you're going with something new if you follow ur dream. Safari is a machine that has proven its metal over the years, much more than a Scorpio.

Dreams are what we all chase in this life and you're letting it pass ? Off Topic I know

I know how much I long to put my hands on my own Safari and I pray it happens soon for me.

 

[THE XOVER]

Yes, please wait for the New Safari. Moreover if its just a few extra features, go with your dream rather than a few features. You're investing your hard earned money, make ur choice too and its not that you're going with something new if you follow ur dream. Safari is a machine that has proven its metal over the years, much more than a Scorpio.

I won't say that Safari has proved its metal more than Scorpio, but its a better though a little less practical vehicle than Scorpio is a fact.More space, better ride, butch looks,better road manners,better interiors you name it,it beats Scorpio hollow.And current 2.2 engine though little less peppy than Scorpio is also more fuel efficient than Scorpio.

Dreams are what we all chase in this life and you're letting it pass ? Off Topic I know

Well very well said dear,we all strive to turn our dreams into reality.

I know how much I long to put my hands on my own Safari and I pray it happens soon for me.

Amen,one day you will 'reclaim your life'

 

[raj_5004]

1):No SUV has good turning radius.

Scorpio's turning radius is much better than safari.

2):Parking issues:They exist with Scorpio too and if the space is equal then both are equally painful to park.I can park a Safari anywhere where a Scorpio can be parked and that's my experience with both.

Due to better turning radius, maneuverability is better in Scorpio.

Well dear Raj,about Mumbai I don't know but here in Delhi and NCR both Scorpio and Safari enjoys nearly same resale value.

Yes, in Delhi & Punjab, Safari has a good resale value, dont know why. But apart from these states, Scorpio commands a premium over a Safari in the used car market, you can check.

Its the owners who consider Safari as too much strong and hence they throw more abuses to it,and that's the reason Safari needs more maintenance.Else show me even a single owner who takes even slight care of his Safari and then his car is making him cry.

Disagree. We never used to abuse our cars.

Still Scorpio is really somewhat more reliable and less prone to breakdowns.Also the overall maintenance of Scorpio is cheaper too.

You are saying both the things, stick to one side! LOLZ...

Rest if you drive most of the time in city,then Scorpio is better also the low speed ride of Scorpio is better than Safari and if highways are what you love then get the cruise machine called Safari its high speed manners are far better than Scorpio.

100% correct.

I would always recommend a Safari to someone who can live with some issues & niggles. Its a much better SUV than Scorpio, though not as reliable.