Comparing the MG Hector Plus 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 MG Hector Plus is available at ₹1,924,000, while the Volkswagen Virtus is priced at ₹1,195,000. On the engine front, the MG Hector Plus comes with a 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Volkswagen Virtus's 999 cc / 1498 cc, producing 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) and 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI for the MG Hector Plus 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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| Displacement | 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) | 999 cc / 1498 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel | 1.0L TSI / 1.5L TSI ACT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 47 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI | 19.89 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 19.41 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 (1.0L) / 4 (1.5L) |
| Power | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) | 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 250 Nm (Petrol) / 350 Nm (Diesel) | 178 Nm (1.0L) / 250 Nm (1.5L) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT | Manual / Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 530 Litres | 521 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1705 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 192 mm | 179 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1620 kg | 1215 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm | 4561 mm / 1752 mm / 1507 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive |
| Infotainment System | 14-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | Infinity 6-Speaker | 8 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Not Available (Sedan) |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/65 R17 | 205/55 R16 / 215/45 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch / 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 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 - 360° | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue | Candy WhiteReflex SilverCarbon Steel GreyLava BlueRising Blue MetallicDeep BlackCherry RedAvocado-PearlCarbon Steel Grey Matte |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
