Mahindra Thar OG vs Volkswagen Virtus

Last Updated: September 24, 2026

Mahindra Thar OG price starts at Rs. 10.32 Lakh, which is Rs. 38,900 cheaper than the base variant of Volkswagen Virtus, priced at Rs. 10.71 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Thar offers a claimed 9 kmpl, while the Virtus delivers 20.8 kmpl. On the performance front, the Thar uses a 1497cc engine producing 116.93bhp@3500rpm and the Virtus a 999cc engine producing 113.98bhp@5000-5500rpm. If you're deciding between the Thar and Virtus, the Thar is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the Virtus stands out for mileage.

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Thar vs Virtus Comparison Summary

Specification Mahindra Thar OGVolkswagen Virtus
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 10.32 LakhRs. 10.71 Lakh
Mileage 9 kmpl20.8 kmpl
Engine 1497 cc999 cc
Max power 116.93bhp@3500rpm113.98bhp@5000-5500rpm

Thar vs Virtus Key Highlights

Basic Info Mahindra Thar OG 1.5L AXT Diesel RWDVolkswagen Virtus Comfortline
Rating
36 reviews
95 reviews
Brand Name Mahindra Volkswagen
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.32 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 10.71 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1497 cc 999 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SedanAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 116.93bhp@3500rpm 113.98bhp@5000-5500rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 3
Transmission Manual Manual
Gearbox 6-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type RWD FWD
Colors
Mahindra Thar Colors
Volkswagen Virtus Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 9 kmpl 20.8 Kmpl
Tyre Size 255/65 R18 205/55 R16
Boot Space Not Available 521 Liters
Ground Clearance (Laden) Not Available 145 mm
Steering Mounted Audio Control No Yes
Cruise Control No No
Airbags 6 Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 19,964 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 20,716 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost Not Available
Rs. 29,395 / 5 years
Insurance Rs. 50,735 Thar Insurance Rs. 45,434 Virtus Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Not Available
Yes
Displacement
1497 cc
999 cc
Engine Type
D117 CRDe
1.0L TSI
Engine Displacement
1497 cc
999 cc
Max Power
116.93bhp@3500rpm
113.98bhp@5000-5500rpm
Max Torque
300Nm@1750-2500rpm
178Nm@1750-4500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
3
Transmission
Manual
Manual
Gearbox
6-Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
RWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
Not Available
No
Kerb Weight
Not Available
1173 Kg
Turbo Charger
Yes
Yes

Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
55 Liters
45 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
9 kmpl
20.8 Kmpl

steeringGearType
Rack & Pinion
Not Available
Suspension Front
2
Not Available
Suspension Rear
3
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Available
5.05 m
Tyre Size
255/65 R18
205/55 R16
Wheel Size
18
16
Tyre Type
Tubeless Highway Terrain
Radial Tubeless

Ventilated Seats
Not Available
No
Digital Cluster Size
4.2 inch
No
Rear Reading Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Upholstery
Vinyl
Fabric
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Ambient light
Rear Seat Headrest
Not Available
4
Digital Cluster
Sami (Monochrome)
No
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
4
5
Doors
Not Available
4
Boot Space
Not Available
521 Liters

Alloy Wheels
No
No
Rain Sensing Wiper
Not Available
No
Wheel Covers
Not Available
Yes
ORVM
Manual
Powered
Boot Opening
Manual
Not Available
Automatic Driving Lights
Not Available
No
Chrome Garnish
Not Available
No
Cornering Foglamps
Not Available
No
Integrated Antenna
No
Yes
LED DRLs
No
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Not Available
Yes
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Sun Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
No
Not Available
Side Stepper
Yes
Not Available
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Not Available
Yes
Trunk Light
Not Available
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
No
Antenna
Not Available
Pole Type
LED Headlamps
No
Yes
Ground Clearance (Laden)
Not Available
145 mm
Length*Width*Height
3995*1870*1855 mm3
4561*1752*1507 mm3
Wheelbase
2450 mm
2651 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
232 mm
179 mm
No. Of Doors
Not Available
4

Addtional Comfort Features
Brake Locking Differential
Not Available
USB Charger
Not Available
Not Available
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Change Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Additional Entertainment Features
Not Available
Wireless Connect with Android Auto
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
Not Available
No of Speakers
Not Available
8
Adjustable Steering
Not Available
4
Android Auto
No
Yes
Apple CarPlay
No
Yes
Bluetooth
No
Yes
USB Ports
Available
Not Available
Additional Features
Brake Locking Differential
Wireless Connect with Android Auto
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front Only
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
No
Not Available
Cupholders
Not Available
Front Only
Speakers
Not Available
Front & Rear
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
No
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
Yes
Cruise Control
No
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
Not Available
7 inch
Wireless Phone Charging
Not Available
No
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
50:50 Split
Bench Folding
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
No
Rear ACVents
Yes
No
Touchscreen
No
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
Not Available
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Not Available
No
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
No
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
No
Yes
Powered Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Cooled Glovebox
Not Available
No
Seat Belt Warning
Not Available
Yes
Push Ignition
Not Available
No
AM/FM Radio
No
Yes
Touch-screen Display
No
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
No
Follow me home headlamps
No
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Door Pockets
Not Available
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Not Available
Front & Rear Door

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Not Available
3
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Yes
Hill Assist
Yes
No
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Speed Alert
Not Available
Yes
Safety Airbags
Driver & Passenger,Front Side,Rear Side
Not Available
Airbags
6
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
No
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
Not Available
No
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Roll Cage
Not Available
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Rear
Rear Wash Wiper
No
Not Available
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
No
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Yes
Rear Camera
Not Available
No
Side Airbag
Not Available
Yes

Driver Attention Warning
Not Available
No

Inbuilt Apps
Not Available
No
SOS Button
Not Available
Yes
RSA
Not Available
Yes
ECall And ICall
Not Available
Yes
Valet Mode
Not Available
No

grossWeight
Not Available
1630 kg

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Volkswagen Virtus
  • Clean styling that will not feel outdated quickly
  • Spacious interior for 4 adults
  • Features like a sunroof and easy to use touchscreen
  • Both engine options offer good performance
Volkswagen Virtus
  • Interior quality should have been better
  • Mileage in bad traffic is low
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Mahindra Thar Vs Volkswagen Virtus FAQs

Which car is best between Mahindra Thar vs Volkswagen Virtus?
As per the users experiences Mahindra Thar OG is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and maintenance in your car. But Volkswagen Virtus is better on the grounds of comfort, safety and features.
Which car is cheaper Mahindra Thar vs Volkswagen Virtus?
The Mahindra Thar OG is cheaper than Volkswagen Virtus by ₹38,900.
Which car offers better performance Mahindra Thar vs Volkswagen Virtus?
For the 1.5L AXT Diesel RWD version, 1497 cc Diesel engine of Thar produces 116.93bhp@3500rpm of power and 300Nm@1750-2500rpm of torque. Whereas for the Comfortline version, 999 cc Petrol engine of Virtus produces 113.98bhp@5000-5500rpm of power and 178Nm@1750-4500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Mahindra Thar OG has better performance.

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