Mahindra has launched the refreshed Scorpio with prices starting at Rs 9.97 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The new 2017 Scorpio will be offered in seven, eight and nine-seater choices alongside another powerful 140bhp producing mHawk engine in the top spec variants. The 2017 Scorpio is accessible in four variations - S3, S5, S7 and S11. The SUV is accessible with five shading alternatives - pearl/diamond white, napoli black, D sat silver and molten red.

From inside, the higher-spec variants now sport new faux leather upholstery; the steering wheel and gear lever are also wrapped in the same. The touchscreen infotainment framework that accompanies navigation doubles as a rear parking camera, and there are cubbies near the gear lever for your water bottle and mobile phone.

Exterior changes incorporate another grille design with seven slats, a tweaked front bumper, new projector headlamps, new round fog lamps, turn indicators on the wing mirrors and new 17-inch alloy wheels. At the back, the refreshed Scorpio gets another bumper, a new red theme for the LED tail-lamps, a new wiper, and a redesigned tailgate.

The engine is accessible just on the higher-spec S7 and S11 trims. The 2.2-litre mHawk diesel unit now develops 140hp (up by 20hp) at 3,750rpm and 320Nm (an increase of 40Nm) of peak torque at 1,500-2,800rpm. This engine is mated to another six-speed manual transmission. Four-wheel drive is likewise accessible as a choice.

The base S3 variant gets a 2,523cc diesel engine that makes 75hp and 200Nm of torque, while the mid-spec S5 and S7 variants accompany a 120hp/280Nm form of the 2.2-litre mHawk engine. Both motors are mated to a five-speed manual transmission. All the engines likewise accompany Micro Hybrid, which is Mahindra's version of engine start-stop technology.

The 2017 Scorpio comes stacked with security highlights, for example, front dual airbags, ABS, panic brake indication, collapsible steering column and side intrusion beams, engine immobilizer, anti-theft warning and seat belt reminder lamp. The vehicle additionally gets speed alert and an auto door lock.

The new 2017 Mahindra Scorpio will offer new style and feature upgrades to compete against the likes of the Hyundai Creta, Renault Duster and the newly launched Renault Captur in India.