Mahindra is engaged on a truck model of the Scorpio N SUV and this was previewed at the moment by a brand new idea on the “Futurescape” occasion in Cape City, South Africa. The “World Pik Up” as it’s referred to as is ready to evolve right into a manufacturing mannequin by 2025, competing with the likes of the Ford Ranger and the Toyota Hilux in markets like South Africa, Australia, and India.

The idea adopts a entrance finish that’s similar to the Mahindra Scorpio N, albeit with yellow marker lights on the grille and a singular bumper that includes a metallic plate, restoration factors, and vertical DRLs. The profile boasts a notably longer wheelbase, a greenhouse harking back to the Nissan Navara, and a generously-sized rear mattress behind the twin cab.

The World Pik Up idea sits fairly excessive above the bottom because of a raised suspension. The all-terrain tires, facet steps, snorkel, roof rack with built-in LEDs, and spare wheels mounted on the rear mattress make for a rugged look, which can most certainly be toned down within the manufacturing model. The rear mattress is neatly built-in with the remainder of the bodywork as a substitute of the extra utilitarian flatbed. On the again, we additionally discover trendy LED taillights, Mahindra lettering on the tailgate, and extra metallic trim and restoration factors on the bumper.

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The manufacturing mannequin will probably be primarily based on a stretched model of the Scorpio N’s ladder body chassis. As reported by Autocar India, it will likely be powered by the subsequent era of the aluminum mHawk diesel engine and will probably be paired with 6-speed handbook or automated transmissions. Energy will probably be transmitted to all 4 wheels by a correct 4WD system, with 4 selectable drive modes (Regular, Grass-Gravel-Snow, Mud-Rut, Sand). The truck can be mentioned to characteristic Degree-2 ADAS functionality, semi-automatic parking, and 5G connectivity, alongside beneficiant SUV-like consolation and know-how tools.

The Pik Up moniker (not a spelling mistake) is already used within the truck variant of the Scorpio Basic, hinting that the brand new mannequin may function its successor. Be aware that the Scorpio N that debuted in 2022 is at present bought in India alongside a refreshed variant of its Scorpio Basic predecessor, so Mahindra may use an analogous technique for the vans in sure nations.

The rollout of the Mahindra Scorpio N Pik Up will reportedly begin in South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, and the Center East, earlier than being launched in additional nations within the ASEAN and Latin America areas.

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