Mahindra & Mahindra has finally launched the Scorpio Automatic, which comes with a 6-speed auto transmission and a 2.2 litre mHawk engine.The Scorpio Automatic has ’intelligent’ driving modes that allow a driver to tackle various driving conditions with ease. These include User Engaged Modes and Auto Engaged Modes. M&M has tied up with an Aussie company called DriveTrain System International for the auto tranny, with other components developed in-house at their Nashik plant.

The Scorpio Automatic is the first Indian company & the first SUV in its class to offer a 6-speed fully automatic transmission, and comes in three colours - Diamond White, Java Brown and Fiery Black.

It is available in two variants, VLS and VLX. The VLS will cost Rs.10.21 lakhs (ex-showroom) and the VLX would be priced at Rs 10.75 lakhs (ex-showroom) in Pune. Both variants incorporate a vehicle security and voice assist system, as well as an audio system with a CD/MP3 player, pen drive and SD Card compatibility.The VLX variant would have additional features including ABS, rain and light sensors, Intellipark, tyretronics, cruise control and audio control on steering wheel. You can read Autocar’s report on their test drive as well.

Personally, I have been rooting for ‘autos’ for some time now, given the pathetic state of roads and traffic in almost every city. Driving a geared vehicle is a pain, having to alternate between the 1st and 2nd gear or driving at half clutch in bumper to bumper traffic. At the moment, though, the Scorpio Auto is a little beyond budget :) and I’m looking at the Hyundai i10 Kappa, which also has an automatic version (three variants).

 

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