Comparing the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 and the Volkswagen Virtus side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 is available at ₹1,150,000, while the Volkswagen Virtus is priced at ₹1,195,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 comes with a 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Volkswagen Virtus's 999 cc / 1498 cc, producing 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) and 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) for the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 versus 19.89 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 19.41 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI for the Volkswagen Virtus. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) | 999 cc / 1498 cc |
| Drive Type | 4x4 | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel | 1.0L TSI / 1.5L TSI ACT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 47 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) | 19.89 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 19.41 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 (1.0L) / 4 (1.5L) |
| Power | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) | 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) |
| Starter | — | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel | 178 Nm (1.0L) / 250 Nm (1.5L) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Manual / Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | — | 521 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1705 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 179 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1777 – 1783 kg | 1215 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm | 4561 mm / 1752 mm / 1507 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Yes | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Semi-digital | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | — |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | No | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | No | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | No | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric, Leatherette | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters | 8 Speakers |
| Sunroof | No | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | No | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Not Available (Sedan) |
| Roof Rails | No | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 255/65 R18 | 205/55 R16 / 215/45 R17 |
| Tyre Type | All-terrain | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | 16-inch / 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual front | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine | Candy WhiteReflex SilverCarbon Steel GreyLava BlueRising Blue MetallicDeep BlackCherry RedAvocado-PearlCarbon Steel Grey Matte |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.2 |
