MG Hector vs Volkswagen Virtus
Should you buy MG Hector 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. MG Hector price starts at Rs 14 Lakh ex-showroom for Style (Petrol) and Volkswagen Virtus price starts Rs 11.56 Lakh ex-showroom for Comfortline (Petrol). Hector has 1956 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Virtus has 1498 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Hector has a mileage of 15.58 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Virtus has a mileage of 20.8 kmpl (Petrol top model).
Hector Vs Virtus
| Key Highlights | MG Hector | Volkswagen Virtus |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.26,23,868* | Rs.22,46,676* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1451 | 1498 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
MG Hector vs Volkswagen Virtus comparison
- MG Hector
- Shine Pro Diesel (Diesel) 18.58 Lakh*
- Select Pro Diesel (Diesel) 19.62 Lakh*
- Smart Pro Diesel (Diesel) 20.61 Lakh*
- Sharp Pro Diesel (Diesel) 22.25 Lakh*
- 100 Year Limited Edition Diesel (Diesel) 22.45 Lakh*
- BlackStorm Diesel (Diesel) 22.57 Lakh*
- Sharp Pro SNOWSTORM Diesel (Diesel) 22.57 Lakh*
- Style (Petrol) 14 Lakh*
- Shine Pro (Petrol) 16.74 Lakh*
- Shine Pro CVT (Petrol) 17.72 Lakh*
- Top SellingSelect Pro (Petrol) 18.08 Lakh*
- Smart Pro (Petrol) 19.06 Lakh*
- Select Pro CVT (Petrol) 19.34 Lakh*
- Sharp Pro (Petrol) 20.61 Lakh*
- Sharp Pro CVT (Petrol) 21.82 Lakh*
- 100 Year Limited Edition CVT (Petrol) 22.02 Lakh*
- Sharp Pro SNOWSTORM CVT (Petrol) 22.14 Lakh*
- Savvy Pro CVT (Petrol) 22.89 Lakh*
- BlackStorm CVT (Petrol) 22.92 Lakh*
Rs22.92 Lakh *VS - Volkswagen Virtus
- Comfortline (Petrol) 11.56 Lakh*
- GT Line (Petrol) 14.08 Lakh*
- GT Line AT (Petrol) 15.18 Lakh*
- Top SellingGT Plus DSG ES (Petrol) 19.15 Lakh*
- GT Plus ES (Petrol) 17.60 Lakh*
- GT Plus Sport (Petrol) 17.85 Lakh*
- GT Plus Sport DSG (Petrol) 19.40 Lakh*
- Highline (Petrol) 13.58 Lakh*
- Highline AT (Petrol) 14.88 Lakh*
- Highline Plus (Petrol) 13.88 Lakh*
- Topline AT ES (Petrol) 16.86 Lakh*
- Topline ES (Petrol) 15.60 Lakh*
Rs19.40 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.26,23,868* | Rs.22,46,676* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.50,510/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.43,005/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.72,640 | Rs.86,587 |
| User Rating | Based on 321 Reviews | Based on 387 Reviews |
| Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years) | - | Rs.5,780.2 |
| Brochure | Brochure not available |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines ✕ | 1.5 L Turbocharged Intercooled | 1.5L TSI EVO with ACT |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | 1451 | 1498 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency. ✕ | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better. ✕ | 141.04bhp@5000rpm | 147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 12.34 | 19.62 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 60 | 45 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling. ✕ | MacPherson Strut suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability. ✕ | Rear twist beam | Rear twist beam |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car. ✕ | Tilt | Tilt & Telescopic |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4699 | 4561 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors ✕ | 1835 | 1752 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces ✕ | 1760 | 1507 |
| Ground Clearance Laden (mm) The laden ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when it is fully loaded. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. ✕ | - | 145 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles. ✕ | Yes | - |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears. ✕ | Yes | - |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | - |
| Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Havana Grey Candy White With Starry Black Starry Black Aurora Silver Glaze Red +2 MoreHector Colours | Lava Blue Carbon Steel Grey Matte Rising Blue Metallic Curcuma Yellow Carbon Steel Grey +4 MoreVirtus Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SedanAll Sedan Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | - |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | Yes | - |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | - |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | - |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Alarm | Yes | - |
| Remote Vehicle Status Check | Yes | - |
| Digital Car Key | Yes | - |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | - | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
MG Hector
- Feels and looks premium inside and out
- Generous cabin space, comfortable for even taller passengers
- Loaded with good features like a 14-inch touchscreen, ventilated front seats, and a panoramic sunroof
- Safety kit boosted by the inclusion of ADAS
- A refined petrol engine with comfortable ride quality
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
MG Hector
- Its styling could seem too blingy to some buyers
- Has lost out on the mild-hybrid tech; still no diesel-auto combo
- Its electronics could have been more responsive
- Should have had better contoured seats and underthigh support at the rear
- Fuel efficiency of the petrol engine is still an issue
Volkswagen Virtus
- Lack of width and strong seat contouring means the Virtus is best used as a four seater
- No diesel engine option. Verna and City offer a diesel
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car is cheaper between MG Hector and Volkswagen Virtus?
A ) MG Hector price starts at ₹ 14 Lakh & Volkswagen Virtus price starts at ₹ 11.56 Lakh in New Delhi. Volkswagen Virtus is cheaper between these two cars.
Q ) Which car has good mileage MG Hector and Volkswagen Virtus?
A ) The mileage of Hector is 12.34 kmpl & the mileage of Virtus is 19.62 kmpl. Volkswagen Virtus gives better mileage than MG Hector.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi