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Mahindra Scorpio vs Volkswagen Virtus

Should you buy Mahindra Scorpio or Volkswagen Virtus? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Mahindra Scorpio price starts at Rs 13.62 Lakh ex-showroom for S (Diesel) and Volkswagen Virtus price starts Rs 11.56 Lakh ex-showroom for Comfortline (Petrol). Scorpio has 2184 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Virtus has 1498 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Scorpio has a mileage of - (Diesel top model)> and the Virtus has a mileage of 20.8 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Scorpio Vs Virtus

Key HighlightsMahindra ScorpioVolkswagen Virtus
On Road PriceRs.20,73,334*Rs.22,38,584*
Fuel TypeDieselPetrol
Engine(cc)21841498
TransmissionManualAutomatic
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Mahindra Scorpio vs Volkswagen Virtus comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.2,073,334*
Rs.22,38,584*
Finance Available (EMI)Rs.39,471/month
Rs.42,606/month
InsuranceRs.96,391
Scorpio Insurance

Rs.84,185
Virtus Insurance

User Rating
4.7
Based on 732 Reviews
4.4
Based on 334 Reviews
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)-
Rs.5,780

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
mHAWK 4 Cylinder
1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
Displacement (cc)
2184
1498
No. of Cylinders
4
4 Cylinder Cars
4
4 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
130bhp@3750rpm
147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
300Nm@1600-2800rpm
250Nm@1600-3500rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Supply System
CRDi
-
Turbo Charger
YesYes
Transmission TypeManual
Automatic
Gear Box
6-Speed
7-Speed DSG
Mild Hybrid
-
No
Drive Type
RWD
FWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypeDiesel
Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)-
19.62
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)60
45
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)165
190

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
Double Wish-bone Type, Independent Front Coil Spring
Mc-Pherson suspension and stabiliser bar
Rear Suspension
Multi Link Coil Spring Suspension and Anti-roll Bar
Twist beam axle
Shock Absorbers Type
Hydraulic, Double Acting, Telescopic
-
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Electric
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Turning Radius (Metres)
-
5.05
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Drum
Top Speed (Kmph)
165
190
Braking (100-0kmph) (Seconds)
41.50m

40.66m

Tyre Size
235/65 R17
205/55 R16
Tyre Type
Radial, Tubeless
Tubeless,Radial
0-100Kmph (Tested) (Seconds)13.1

9.03

City driveability (20-80kmph) (Seconds)-
5.37

3rd Gear (30-70kmph) (Seconds)7.57

-
4th Gear (40-80kmph) (Seconds)12.8

-
Braking (80-0 kmph) (Seconds)26.14m

25.07m

Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)17
-
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)17
-

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
4456
4561
Width (mm)
1820
1752
Height (mm)
1995
1507
Ground Clearance Laden (mm)
-
145
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
-
179
Wheel Base (mm)
2680
2741
Rear Tread (mm)
-
1496
Kerb Weight (kg)
-
1275
Grossweight (kg)
-
1685
Rear Headroom (mm)
1015

-
Front Headroom (mm)
1015

-
Front Legroom (mm)
990-1110

-
Rear Shoulder Room (mm)
1450

-
Front Cabin Width (mm)
1445

-
Front Knee Room (Min/Max) (mm)
585-730

-
Rear Knee Room (Min/Max) (mm)
620-805

-
Front Seat Back Height (mm)
620

-
Rear Seat Back Height (mm)
550

-
Front Seat Base Length (mm)
490

-
Rear Seat Base Length (mm)
505

-
Front Seat Base Width (mm)
520

-
Rear Seat Base Width (mm)
1330

-
Seating Capacity
7
5
Boot Space (Litres)
460
521
No. of Doors
5
4

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Windows Front
YesYes
Power Windows Rear
YesYes
Automatic Climate Control
YesYes
Low Fuel Warning Light
-
Yes
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
-
Yes
Vanity Mirror
-
Yes
Rear Reading Lamp
YesYes
Rear Seat Headrest
YesYes
Adjustable Headrest
YesYes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
-
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
No-
Cup Holders Front
Yes-
Cup Holders Rear
-
Yes
Rear AC Vents
YesYes
Seat Lumbar Support
-
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
YesYes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Navigation System
-
Yes
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
-
Yes
Foldable Rear Seat
-
60:40 Split
Smart Access Card Entry
-
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
-
Yes
Glove Box Cooling
-
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
-
Yes
USB Charger
-
Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest
YesWith Storage
Gear Shift Indicator
YesNo
Rear Curtain
-
No
Luggage Hook And Net-
No
Lane Change Indicator
Yes-
Additional FeaturesMicro Hybrid Technology, Hydraulic Assisted Bonnet, Extended Power Window
-
One Touch Operating Power Window
Driver's Window
-
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Ventilated Seats
-
Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Automatic Headlamps
-
Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
YesYes

Interior

Tachometer
Yes-
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
-
Yes
Leather Seats-
Yes
Fabric Upholstery
-
No
Leather Steering WheelYes-
Glove Compartment
YesYes
Digital Clock
-
Yes
Digital Odometer
-
Yes
Dual Tone Dashboard
-
Yes
Additional FeaturesRoof Mounted Sunglass Holder, Chrome Finish AC Vents, Mobile Pocket in Centre Console
Premium dual tone interiors, High quality scratch-resistant dashboard, Rave Glossy/Dark Red Glossy and Glossy Black décor inserts, Chrome accent on air vents slider, Leather + Leatherette seat upholstery, Driver side foot rest, Driver side sunvisor with ticket holder, Passenger side sunvisor with vanity mirror, Foldable roof grab handles, front, Foldable roof grab handles with hooks, rear, Rear seat backrest split 60:40 foldable, Front center armrest in leatherette, sliding, with storage box, Rear center armrest with cup holders, Ambient light pack: LEDs for door panel switches, front and rear reading lamps, Luggage compartment illumination, 20.32 cm Digital cockpit (instrument cluster), 12V Plug front, Front 2x USB-C sockets (data+charging), Rear 2x USB-C socket module (charging only),Auto coming/leaving home lights, Seat upholstery GT - Leather/leatherette combination, Red ambient lighting, GT welcome message on infotainment
UpholsteryFabric
-

Exterior

Available Colors
Everest White
Galaxy Grey
Molten Red Rage
Stealth Black
Scorpio Colors
Lava Blue
Rising Blue Metallic
Curcuma Yellow
Carbon Steel Grey
Deep Black Pearl
Reflex Silver
Candy White
Wild Cherry Red
Virtus Colors
Body TypeSUV
All SUV Cars
Sedan
All Sedan Cars
Adjustable HeadlightsYesYes
Fog Lights Front
-
Yes
Fog Lights Rear
-
Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror
NoNo
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
-
Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper
-
Yes
Rear Window Wiper
Yes-
Rear Window Washer
Yes-
Rear Window Defogger
YesYes
Wheel Covers-
No
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Power Antenna-
No
Rear Spoiler
YesYes
Sun Roof
NoYes
Side Stepper
Yes-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
NoYes
Integrated AntennaYesYes
Chrome Grille
Yes-
Chrome Garnish
-
No
Dual Tone Body Colour
-
Yes
Projector Headlamps
Yes-
Cornering Foglamps
-
Yes
LED DRLs
YesYes
LED Headlights
YesYes
LED Taillights
YesYes
Additional FeaturesProjector Headlamps and LED Eyebrows, Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels, Painted Side Cladding, Ski Rack, Silver Skid Plate, Bonnet Scoop, Silver Finish Fender Bezel, Centre High Mount Stop Lamp, Static Bending Technology in Headlamps
GT elements, GT branding at front grill, GT branding at rear, Front fender with GT branding, Red painted brake callipers in front, Black Alloys, Carbon Steel Grey coloured door mirrors housing, Glossy black rear spoiler, Dual tone exterior with roof painted in Carbon Steel Grey, Signature chrome wing - front, Chrome strip on grille - upper, Chrome strip on grille - lower, Lower grill in black glossy, Bonnet with chiseled lines , Sharp dual shoulder lines, Body coloured door handles, Chrome applique on door handles, , Chrome garnish on window bottom line, Signature LED Tail lamps, Signature chrome wing, rear, Auto headlights, Reflector sticker inside doors
Automatic Driving Lights
-
Yes
Fog LightsFront
-
SunroofNo-
Boot OpeningManual
-
Tyre Size
235/65 R17
205/55 R16
Tyre Type
Radial, Tubeless
Tubeless,Radial

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake Assist-
Yes
Central Locking
YesYes
Power Door Locks
-
Yes
Child Safety Locks
-
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes-
No. of Airbags2
6
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag FrontNoYes
Side Airbag RearNo-
Day Night Rear View Mirror
YesAuto
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror
-
Yes
Rear Seat Belts
-
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
Yes-
Adjustable Seats
-
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
-
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Crash Sensor
-
Yes
EBD
-
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
-
Yes
Advance Safety FeaturesPanic Brake Indication
Active Cylinder Technology, Engine idle Start/stop, Multi-collison brakes (MCB), Brake disc wiping, Anti-slip regulation (ASR), Electronic differential lock system, Curtain airbags, Tyre pressure deflation warning, All seats with 3-point seat belts, Seat belt reminder (Driver & Co-driver), 5 headrest (for all passengers), Engine iobiliser with floating code system, Reversing camera with static guidelines, Auto-diing interior rearview mirror, Light sensor, Height adjustable co-driver seat
Rear Camera
-
Yes
Anti Theft DeviceYes-
Anti Pinch Power Windows
Driver
Driver's Window
Speed Alert
YesYes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
YesYes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
-
Yes
Geo Fence Alert
-
Yes
Hill Assist
-
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce DistributionYes-

Entertainment & Communication

Radio
YesYes
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN AudioYesYes
Wireless Phone Charging
-
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Touch Screen
YesYes
Touch Screen size (Inch)
9
10.09
Connectivity
-
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
-
Yes
Apple Car Play
-
Yes
No. of Speakers
-
8
Additional FeaturesInfotainment With Bluetooth/USB/Aux and Phone Screen Mirroring, Intellipark
Valet mode, Apps- SygicTM navigation, GaanaTM, Booking.comTM, AudiobooksTM, BBC NewsTM, MyVolkswagen Connect - Live tracking, Geo fence, Time fence, Driving behaviour, SOS emergency call, Safety alerts, Trip analysis, Documents due date reminder, Sporty aluminum pedals
Auxillary InputYes-
Tweeter2
-
Subwoofer-
No
Rear Touch Screen SizeNo-

Newly launched car services!

Pros & Cons

  • Pros
  • Cons

    Mahindra Scorpio

    • Proven reliability and good service network
    • Rugged Traditional SUV looks
    • Drives and handles better than before
    • Good ride over bad roads

    Volkswagen Virtus

    • Classy, understated styling. Sporty GT variant on offer too
    • Feature-loaded: 8-inch digital driver’s display, 10.1-inch touchscreen, ventilated seats, electric sunroof are among the highlights
    • 521 litre boot is segment leading. 60:40 split rear seats bumps up practicality
    • Strong engine options: 1- and 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engines promise excitement

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