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    Mahindra Thar ROXX vs Volkswagen Virtus

    Should you buy Mahindra Thar ROXX 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 Thar ROXX price starts at Rs 12.39 Lakh ex-showroom for MX1 RWD (Petrol) and Volkswagen Virtus price starts Rs 10.50 Lakh ex-showroom for Comfortline (Petrol). Thar ROXX has 2184 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Virtus has 1498 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Thar ROXX has a mileage of 15.2 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Virtus has a mileage of 20.8 kmpl (Petrol top model).

    Thar ROXX Vs Virtus

    Key HighlightsMahindra Thar ROXXVolkswagen Virtus
    On Road PriceRs.23,25,773*Rs.21,78,959*
    Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
    Engine(cc)19971498
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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    Mahindra Thar ROXX vs Volkswagen Virtus comparison

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          Mahindra Thar ROXX
          Mahindra Thar ROXX
          AX7L RWD AT
            Rs20 Lakh*
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                Volkswagen Virtus
                Volkswagen Virtus
                GT Plus Sport DSG
                  Rs19 Lakh*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price in New Delhi
                Rs.23,25,773*
                Rs.21,78,959*
                Finance Available (EMI)
                Rs.45,423/month
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                Rs.41,990/month
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                Insurance
                Rs.1,06,328
                Rs.62,940
                User Rating
                4.6
                Based on 581 Reviews
                4.5
                Based on 474 Reviews
                Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)
                -
                Rs.5,780
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                Engine & Transmission
                Engine Type
                2.0L mStallion
                1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
                Displacement (cc)
                1997
                1498
                No. of Cylinders
                Max Power (bhp@rpm)
                174bhp@5000rpm
                147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm
                Max Torque (nm@rpm)
                380Nm@1750-3000rpm
                250Nm@1600-3500rpm
                Valves Per Cylinder
                4
                4
                Turbo Charger
                YesYes
                Transmission Type
                Automatic
                Automatic
                Gearbox
                6-Speed
                7-Speed DSG
                Drive Type
                Fuel & Performance
                Fuel Type
                Petrol
                Petrol
                Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
                12.4
                19.62
                Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
                57
                45
                Emission Norm Compliance
                BS VI 2.0
                BS VI 2.0
                Suspension, Steering & Brakes
                Front Suspension
                Double wishbone suspension
                MacPherson Strut suspension
                Rear Suspension
                Multi link suspension
                Rear twist beam
                Steering Type
                Electric
                Electric
                Steering Column
                Tilt
                Tilt & Telescopic
                Turning Radius (Metres)
                -
                5.05
                Front Brake Type
                Ventilated Disc
                Disc
                Rear Brake Type
                Disc
                Drum
                Emission Control System
                BSVI 2.0
                -
                Tyre Size
                255/60 R19
                205/55 R16
                Tyre Type
                Radial Tubeless
                Radial & Tubeless
                Wheel Size (Inch)
                No
                -
                Dimensions & Capacity
                Length (mm)
                4428
                4561
                Width (mm)
                1870
                1752
                Height (mm)
                1923
                1507
                Ground Clearance Laden (mm)
                -
                145
                Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
                -
                179
                Wheel Base (mm)
                2850
                2651
                Front Tread (mm)
                1580
                1511
                Rear Tread (mm)
                1580
                1496
                Kerb Weight (kg)
                -
                1269
                Grossweight (kg)
                -
                1685
                Approach Angle
                41.7°
                -
                Departure Angle
                36.1°
                -
                Seating Capacity
                5
                5
                Boot Space (Litres)
                -
                521
                Comfort & Convenience
                Power Steering
                YesYes
                Automatic Climate Control
                YesYes
                Air Quality Control
                Yes
                -
                Accessory Power Outlet
                YesYes
                Rear Seat Headrest
                -
                Adjustable
                Adjustable Headrest
                -
                Yes
                Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
                YesYes
                Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
                Yes
                -
                Rear AC Vents
                YesYes
                Multifunction Steering Wheel
                YesYes
                Cruise Control
                YesYes
                Parking Sensors
                Front & Rear
                Rear
                Foldable Rear Seat
                60:40 Split
                60:40 Split
                Engine Start Stop Button
                YesYes
                Paddle Shifters
                -
                Yes
                USB Charger
                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear
                Central Console Armrest
                With Storage
                With Storage
                One Touch Operating Power Window
                Driver's Window
                Driver's Window
                Drive Modes
                2
                -
                Idle Start Stop System
                -
                Yes
                Drive Mode Types
                Zip-Zoom
                -
                Power Windows
                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear
                Cup Holders
                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear
                Air Conditioner
                YesYes
                Heater
                YesYes
                Adjustable Steering
                Height only
                Height & Reach
                KeyLess EntryYesYes
                Ventilated Seats
                YesYes
                Height Adjustable Driver Seat
                YesYes
                Electric Adjustable Seats
                Front
                Front
                Follow Me Home Headlamps
                Yes
                -
                Interior
                Leather Wrapped Steering WheelYes
                -
                Glove Box
                YesYes
                Interior Lighting
                Footwell Lamp
                Ambient light, Footwell Lamp
                Digital ClusterYesYes
                Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
                10.25
                8
                Upholstery
                Leatherette
                Leatherette
                Exterior
                Photo Comparison
                WheelMahindra Thar ROXX WheelVolkswagen Virtus Wheel
                HeadlightMahindra Thar ROXX HeadlightVolkswagen Virtus Headlight
                TaillightMahindra Thar ROXX TaillightVolkswagen Virtus Taillight
                Front Left SideMahindra Thar ROXX Front Left SideVolkswagen Virtus Front Left Side
                Available ColoursEverest WhiteStealth BlackNebula BlueBattleship GrayDeep ForestTango RedBurnt SiennaCitrine Yellow+3 MoreThar ROXX ColoursLava BlueCarbon Steel Grey MatteRising Blue MetallicCarbon Steel GreyDeep Black PearlReflex SilverCandy WhiteWild Cherry Red+3 MoreVirtus Colours
                Body Type
                Rain Sensing Wiper
                -
                Yes
                Rear Window Wiper
                Yes
                -
                Rear Window Washer
                Yes
                -
                Rear Window Defogger
                YesYes
                Wheel CoversNoNo
                Alloy Wheels
                YesYes
                Rear Spoiler
                -
                Yes
                Side Stepper
                Yes
                -
                Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
                YesYes
                Projector Headlamps
                Yes
                -
                Cornering Foglamps
                -
                Yes
                LED DRLs
                YesYes
                LED Headlamps
                -
                Yes
                LED Taillights
                YesYes
                LED Fog Lamps
                YesYes
                Automatic Headlamps
                YesYes
                Fog Lights
                Front
                Front & Rear
                Antenna
                -
                Shark Fin
                Sunroof
                Panoramic
                Single Pane
                Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
                Powered & Folding
                Powered & Folding
                Tyre Size
                255/60 R19
                205/55 R16
                Tyre Type
                Radial Tubeless
                Radial & Tubeless
                Wheel Size (Inch)
                No
                -
                Safety
                Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
                YesYes
                Brake AssistYesYes
                Central Locking
                YesYes
                Child Safety Locks
                YesYes
                No. of Airbags
                6
                6
                Driver Airbag
                YesYes
                Passenger Airbag
                YesYes
                Side AirbagYesYes
                Side Airbag RearNo
                -
                Day Night Rear View Mirror
                YesYes
                Traction ControlYesYes
                Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
                YesYes
                Engine Immobilizer
                YesYes
                Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
                YesYes
                Rear Camera
                With Guidedlines
                With Guidedlines
                Anti Pinch Power Windows
                Driver's Window
                Driver's Window
                Isofix Child Seat Mounts
                YesYes
                Blind Spot Monitor
                Yes
                -
                Geo Fence Alert
                YesYes
                Hill Descent Control
                YesYes
                Hill Assist
                YesNo
                360 View Camera
                Yes
                -
                Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)YesYes
                Bharat NCAP Safety Rating (Star)
                5
                -
                Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)
                5
                -
                Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)
                -
                5
                Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)
                -
                5
                ADAS
                Forward Collision WarningYes
                -
                Automatic Emergency BrakingYes
                -
                Traffic Sign RecognitionYes
                -
                Lane Departure WarningYes
                -
                Lane Keep AssistYes
                -
                Lane Departure Prevention AssistYes
                -
                Adaptive Cruise ControlYes
                -
                Adaptive High Beam AssistYes
                -
                Advance Internet
                E-Call & I-CallYesYes
                Google / Alexa ConnectivityYes
                -
                SOS ButtonYesYes
                RSA
                -
                Yes
                Valet Mode
                -
                Yes
                Remote AC On/OffYes
                -
                Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/StopYes
                -
                Inbuilt APPs
                -
                Apps Store
                Entertainment & Communication
                Radio
                YesYes
                Wireless Phone Charging
                YesYes
                Bluetooth Connectivity
                YesYes
                Touchscreen
                YesYes
                Touchscreen Size
                10.25
                10.09
                Android Auto
                YesYes
                Apple Car Play
                YesYes
                No. of Speakers
                6
                8
                Additional Features

                Wireless Android Auto AndApple CarPlay| 9-speaker custom-tuned Harman Kardon Sound system

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                Wireless Connect with Android Auto

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                Usb Ports
                YesYes
                Tweeter
                2
                -
                Subwoofer
                1
                1
                Speakers
                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear
                Dolby Atmos
                Yes
                -

                Pros & Cons

                • Pros
                • Cons
                • Mahindra Thar ROXX

                  • Old-school boxy SUV styling grabs attention and has more road presence than similarly priced SUVs
                  • Both engines options deliver punchy performance and good driveability even with a full passenger load
                  • Rich features list: Panoramic sunroof, Harman Kardon audio, powered driver seat, ventilated front seats, and ADAS
                  • 5/5 start safety rating from Bharat NCAP. Base model is strong on safety too
                  • Very capable off-road. 4x4 option gives you absolute freedom to explore but even the rear-wheel drive is very capable

                  Volkswagen Virtus

                  • Sophisticated look: 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
                  • Great boot space: 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
                • Mahindra Thar ROXX

                  • Ride quality is not as comfortable as cars like the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara or Skoda Kushaq. Bad roads can toss occupants around, especially in the rear seat
                  • Petrol engine is high on performance but also high on fuel consumption
                  • No 4x4 petrol option

                  Volkswagen Virtus

                  • Less rear seat space: Lack of width and strong seat contouring means the Virtus is best used as a four seater
                  • Limited powertrains: No diesel of hybrid engine options. City offers a strong hybrid powertrain.

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                Questions & answers

                Q ) Which car has good mileage Mahindra Thar ROXX and Volkswagen Virtus?
                A ) The mileage of Thar ROXX is 12.4 kmpl & the mileage of Virtus is 19.62 kmpl. Volkswagen Virtus gives better mileage than Mahindra Thar ROXX.
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