A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
Scorpio-N starts ZAR 699900 cheaperH6 PHEV from ZAR 699,900 · Scorpio-N from ZAR 489,999
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
Engine Power
268
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Torque
760
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Engine Size
1500
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Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
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Ground Clearance
170 mm
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Boot Space
Not Applicable
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Airbags
Not Available
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Kerb Weight
Not Applicable
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Seating Capacity
5
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Warranty
5
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= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
H6 PHEV dominates this comparison with clear advantages across multiple categories.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
H6 PHEV
+48 pts
Efficiency
Equal
Safety
H6 PHEV
+38 pts
Practicality
H6 PHEV
+13 pts
Ownership
H6 PHEV
+15 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
🏆 Overall Winner
H6 PHEV
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
Scorpio-N
Strengths
Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:General Use
Which One's Right for You?
H6 PHEV
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
Scorpio-N
Buyers looking for a balanced all-round vehicle
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
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Generation
Current South African H6 PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
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Facelift History
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
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Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
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Facelift Version Ending
Current
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Body Style
SUV
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Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
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Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
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Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5T Ultra Luxury Hi-4 4WD PHEV DHT
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Model Year
2026
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Production Status
published
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Segment
SUV
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Vehicle Type
SUV
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
Ground Clearance
170 mm
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Wheelbase
2738 mm
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Length
4703 mm
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Width
1886 mm
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Height
1730 mm
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Kerb Weight
Not Applicable
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Gross Vehicle Weight
Not Applicable
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Seating Capacity
5
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Boot Space
Not Applicable
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Towing Capacity
2000 kg
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Front Track Width
Not Applicable
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Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
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Turning Radius
Not Applicable
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Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
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Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
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Front Legroom
Not Applicable
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Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
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Front Headroom
Not Applicable
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Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
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Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
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Number of Doors
5
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Max Payload
Not Applicable
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Boot Volume
Not Applicable
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Doors
5
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Seats
5
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Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
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Gross Vehicle Mass Kg
Not Applicable
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Ground Clearance Max
170 mm
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Ground Clearance Min
170 mm
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Ground Clearance Mm
170 mm
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Height Mm
1730 mm
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Length Mm
4703 mm
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Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
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Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
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Payload Kg
Not Applicable
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Cargo Volume
Not Applicable
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Tare Mass Kg
Not Applicable
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Turning Circle
Not Applicable
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Turning Circle M
Not Applicable
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Width Mm
1886 mm
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
Engine
1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid
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Engine Type
1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid
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Displacement
1500 cc
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Cylinders
Not Applicable
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Valves per Cylinder
Not Applicable
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Power
268 kW
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Power @ RPM
Not Applicable
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Torque
760 Nm
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Torque @ RPM
Not Applicable
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Fuel System
Not Applicable
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Turbocharger
Not Applicable
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Top Speed
Not Applicable
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0-100 km/h
Not Applicable
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Compression Ratio
Not Applicable
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Cylinder Bore
Not Applicable
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Piston Stroke
Not Applicable
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Engine Code
Not Applicable
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Power
359 bhp
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Fuel Grade Required
PHEV
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Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
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Engine Aspiration
Not Applicable
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Engine Type Config
1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid
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0–100 km/h
Not Applicable
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Battery Capacity
19.1 kWh
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Engine Displacement
1500 cc
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Engine Displacement Litres
1.5 l
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EV Range
106 km
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Acceleration 0 100
Not Applicable
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Engine Config
1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid
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Engine Cylinders
Not Applicable
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Engine Displacement Cc
1500 cc
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Engine Power kW
268 kW
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Engine Torque Nm
760 Nm
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Engine Valves
Not Applicable
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Induction
Not Applicable
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Max Power kW
268 kW
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Max Torque Nm
760 Nm
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Maximum Power
268 kW
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Maximum Torque
760 Nm
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Power kW Rpm
Not Applicable
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Active Exhaust
Not Available
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Torque Nm Rpm
Not Applicable
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Turbo Type
Not Applicable
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
Transmission
Automatic
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Drive Type
4x2
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Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
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LSD Available
Not Applicable
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Transfer Case
Not Applicable
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Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
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Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
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Number of Gears
Not Applicable
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Transmission Type
Automatic
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Clutch Type
Not Applicable
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Drivetrain
4x2
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Transmission
Automatic
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4WD Engagement
Available
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4WD Hi Range
Available
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4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
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4WD Selector
Not Applicable
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Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
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Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
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Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Gearbox Type
Automatic
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Low Range
Not Applicable
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Axle Layout
4x2
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Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
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City Mileage
Not Applicable
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Highway Mileage
Not Applicable
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Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
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Emission Standard
Not Applicable
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AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
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Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
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Average Fuel Consumption
Not Applicable
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Claimed Fuel Consumption
Not Applicable
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Fuel Efficiency
Not Applicable
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Real-world Mileage
Not Applicable
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AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
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Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
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Charging Time AC Full
Not Applicable
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Charging Time DC Fast 80pct
Not Applicable
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Charging Type
Not Applicable
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Combined Consumption
Not Applicable
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Combined Consumption L 100km
Not Applicable
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DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
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Fuel Economy Combined
Not Applicable
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Fuel Tank Litres
Not Applicable
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Fuel Type
PHEV
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Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
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Combined Driving Range
Over 1000 km
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Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
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Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
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Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
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Range Wltp
Not Applicable
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
Airbags
Not Available
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ABS
Not Available
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Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
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Traction Control
Not Available
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Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Hill Start Assist
Not Available
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Child Safety Lock
Not Available
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ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
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Brake Assist
Not Available
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Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
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Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
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Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
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Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
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AEB
Standard
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BA
Not Available
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Brake Override System
Not Available
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Curtain Airbags
Not Available
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Driver Airbag
Not Available
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EBD
Not Available
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Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
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Hill Hold
Not Available
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Passenger Airbag
Not Available
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
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Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
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Side Airbags
Not Available
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TCS
Not Available
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Knee Airbag
Not Available
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ABS EBD
Not Available
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
Cruise Control
Not Available
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
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Lane Keep Assist
Standard
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Lane Departure Warning
Standard
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Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
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Parking Sensors
Not Available
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Rear View Camera
Not Available
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360 Degree Camera
540-degree panoramic camera
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Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
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Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
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Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
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Auto Highbeam
Not Available
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Auto Wipers
Not Available
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Drive Modes
Not Available
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Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
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Reverse Camera
Not Available
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
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Park Assist
Not Available
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Around View Monitor
540-degree panoramic camera
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Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
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Emergency Braking
Standard
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Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
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Pre-Collision System
Standard
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Surround View Camera
540-degree panoramic camera
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
Seat Material
Not Applicable
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Heated Seats
Front
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Ventilated Seats
Front
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Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
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Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
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Instrument Cluster Type
10.25-inch
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Interior Colour Options
3
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60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
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Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
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Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
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Interior Courtesy Lamps
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen H6 PHEV grade before assuming a feature is included.
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Interior Colours
3
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Seat Capacity
5
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Seat Count
5
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Seat Trim
Not Applicable
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
Climate Control
Dual-zone
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Power Windows
Not Available
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Keyless Entry
Not Available
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Push Button Start
Not Available
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Wireless Charging
Standard
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Sunroof
Not Available
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Electric Tailgate
Not Available
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Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
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AC Type
Dual-zone
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Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
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Climate Zones
Dual-zone
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Engine Warranty
5
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Gear Shift Type
Automatic
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Heads Up Display
Full-colour
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Launch Control
Not Available
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Performance Data Logger
Not Available
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Rev Matching
Not Available
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Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
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Service Plan
7 years / 75 000 km
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Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Stability Control
Not Available
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Valves Per Cylinder
Not Applicable
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Air Conditioning
Dual-zone
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Bed Extender
Not Available
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Canopy Fitment
Not Available
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Digital Speedometer
10.25-inch
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Load Bed Cover
Not Available
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Load Bed Light
Not Available
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Load Bed Steps
Not Available
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Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
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Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
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Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
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Manual Aircon
Dual-zone
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Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
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Sound System
9
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Source Model Column
h6-phev
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Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
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Sports Bar
Not Available
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Surround View Monitor
540-degree panoramic camera
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Tailgate Damper
Not Available
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Tailgate Lock
Not Available
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Tow Bar Type
Not Available
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Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Trim Level
flagship
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Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
Infotainment Screen
Coffee OS
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Apple CarPlay
Wireless
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Android Auto
Wireless
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Bluetooth Connectivity
Wireless
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Number of Speakers
9
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Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch
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USB Ports
Not Available
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Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
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Infotainment Screen Size
Coffee OS
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Infotainment Display
Coffee OS
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Audio Speakers
9
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Audio System
9
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Display Audio
Coffee OS
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Head Up Display
Full-colour
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Infotainment Screen
Coffee OS
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Multi Information Display
10.25-inch
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Connected Services
Wireless
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Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless
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Touchscreen
Coffee OS
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Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
LED Headlamps
Not Available
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Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
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Fog Lamps
Not Available
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Roof Rails
Not Available
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Exterior Colour Options
3
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Body Type
SUV
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Exterior Colour Options
3
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Headlights
Not Available
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Load Bed Liner
Not Available
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Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
Approach Angle
Not Available
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Departure Angle
Not Available
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Wading Depth
Not Available
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Terrain Modes
Not Available
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Locking Differential
Not Applicable
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Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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4WD System Type
4x2
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Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Breakover Angle
Not Available
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Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
Tyre Size
Not Available
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Front Brake Type
Not Available
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Rear Brake Type
Not Available
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Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
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Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
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Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
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Braked Towing Capacity
2000 kg
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Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
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Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
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Towing Braked Kg
2000 kg
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Wheelbase Mm
2738 mm
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
Front Suspension
Not Available
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Rear Suspension
Not Available
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MagneRide Damping
Not Available
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
Service Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
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Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
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Battery Warranty
8 years / 150 000 km
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Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
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Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km
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First Service At
5000
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Service Plan Duration
7 years / 75 000 km
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Service Plan Distance
7 years / 75 000 km
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Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
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Alternator
110A
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Battery Type
Lithium-Ion
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Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
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Service Intervals
12 months / 15 000 km
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
Warranty Years
7 years / 200 000 km
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Warranty Kilometers
7 years / 200 000 km
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Roadside Assistance
7 years
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Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
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Basic Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
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Roadside Assistance
7 years
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Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
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Warranty Roadside Assistance
7 years
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
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Hybrid System Type
Plug-in hybrid
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Fuel Octane Requirement
PHEV
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Particulate Filter
Not Available
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Idle CO2 Output
0
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CO2 Emissions G Km
0
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Scorpio-N
Ownership Role
Flagship
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Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
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Price Zar
749900 ZAR
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Pricing Role
Current listed price
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Starting Price
749900
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Starting Price Zar
749900
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Overall Verdict Score
Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.
Weighted / 100
Verdict readout
H6 PHEV leads by 25 points
H6 PHEV dominates this comparison with clear advantages across multiple categories.
🏆GWM H6 PHEV
wins with 64 pts
vs 39 pts for Scorpio-N
In structured scoring, H6 PHEV emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Scorpio-N may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
See how similar cars go head-to-head — you might find a better fit than you expected.
On our scoring the H6 PHEV edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.
Efficiency scores: H6 PHEV 50 vs Scorpio-N 50. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.
Safety scores: H6 PHEV 38, Scorpio-N 0. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.
Long-term ownership scores: H6 PHEV 65, Scorpio-N 50. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.
Practicality scores: H6 PHEV 63, Scorpio-N 50. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: H6 PHEV 98, Scorpio-N 50. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.
Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.
Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.
Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The H6 PHEV edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The H6 PHEV scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
The comparison between H6 PHEV and Scorpio-N in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: H6 PHEV scores 98 vs 50.
Efficiency: H6 PHEV scores 50 vs 50.
Safety: H6 PHEV scores 38 vs 0.
Practicality: H6 PHEV scores 63 vs 50.
Ownership: H6 PHEV scores 65 vs 50.
Final structured scoring gives H6 PHEV
the advantage in this comparison.
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