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Mahindra Thar Roxx vs Volkswagen Virtus Comparison

Compare Mahindra Thar Roxx vs Volkswagen Virtus to know which is better. Detailed cars comparison on Mahindra Thar Roxx vs Volkswagen Virtus compare price, specs, mileage, performance, reviews and other features on car&bike.

Thar Roxx vs Virtus Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsThar RoxxVirtus
Price12.39 L11.2 L
Power1997 CC1498 CC
ClassSUVSedan
Mileage12 - 15 KM/L18 - 20 KM/L
Thar Roxx
Mahindra Thar Roxx
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹12.39 L
Virtus
Volkswagen Virtus
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹11.2 L
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MX1 Petrol MT
Mahindra Thar Roxx
MX1 Petrol MT
12.39 L
Comfortline 1.0 TSI MT
Volkswagen Virtus
Comfortline 1.0 TSI MT
11.2 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
7.5
7.6
Value For Money8.007.00
Significance8.007.00
Styling8.509.00
Comfort7.809.00
Safety8.208.00
Merit Or Usp8.708.75

Specifications

Engine TypeTurbo Petrol Direct Injection (TGDI), MStallion (RWD)1.0-litre TSI Three-cylinder Turbocharged Petrol Engine
Displacement (CC)1997 CC999 CC
No. of Cylinders43
Power159 bhp @ 5000 rpm @ 5000 rpm114 bhp @ 5,000–5,500 rpm @ 5000-5500 rpm
Torque330 Nm @ 1500-3000 rpm @ 1750-3000 rpm178 Nm @ 1,750-4,500 rpm @ 1750-4500 rpm
Top Speed155190
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph13.110.5
No. of gears66
Drive TrainRWDFWD
Turbocharger Yes Yes
Emissions StandardBS6BS6 Phase 2

Features

Air ConditionerManualAutomatic Climate Control
Front AC YesSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC No Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control NoAutomatic
Paddle Shift No Yes
Idle Start/Stop Button No Yes
Cruise Control No Yes
Power Windows Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Push Start Stop Button Yes Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps No Yes
Adjustable ORVMs Yes Yes
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone Charger No Yes

Pros Cons of Volkswagen Virtus

Pros

  • Strong turbo-petrol engine options, especially the 1.5-Litre TSI
  • Five-star Global NCAP safety rating
  • Excellent high-speed stability and composure
  • Spacious 521-litre boot
  • Solid build quality and planted highway manners

Cons

  • No ADAS features
  • No 360-degree camera
  • The DSG gearbox can feel sensitive in heavy traffic
  • Comfort is slightly firmer than that of the Honda City
  • Higher variants can get expensive
     

Verdict

The Volkswagen Virtus is one of the most driver-focused sedans in the segment. It does not follow every trend or overload buyers with gimmicks. Instead, it provides structural safety, turbocharged performance, and true highway confidence.

As Bilal Firfiray summed up during the drive,

“The Virtus is like a proper sedan, it stays stable, is confidence-inspiring and built for the long run.”

If your priority is the number of features and ADS technologies, the Verna may tempt you. If rear seat comfort is the number one priority, the City is still strong. But if you appreciate stability at triple-digit speeds, solid crash protection, and turbo performance, then the Virtus is still making a strong case in the Indian car market.

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