Mahindra Thar ROXX vs Volkswagen Virtus

Last Updated: October 8, 2026

Mahindra Thar ROXX price starts at Rs. 17.97 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.03 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Volkswagen Virtus, priced at Rs. 19.00 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Thar ROXX offers a claimed 15.2 kmpl, while the Virtus delivers 19.62 kmpl. On the performance front, the Thar ROXX uses a 2184cc engine producing 150bhp@3750rpm and the Virtus a 1498cc engine producing 147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm. If you're deciding between the Thar ROXX and Virtus, the Thar ROXX is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the Virtus stands out for mileage.

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Thar ROXX vs Virtus Comparison Summary

Specification Mahindra Thar ROXXVolkswagen Virtus
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 17.97 LakhRs. 19.00 Lakh
Mileage 15.2 kmpl19.62 kmpl
Engine 2184 cc1498 cc
Max power 150bhp@3750rpm147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm

Thar ROXX vs Virtus Key Highlights

Basic Info Mahindra Thar ROXX Star Edition DieselVolkswagen Virtus GT Plus Sport DSG
Rating
42 reviews
95 reviews
Brand Name Mahindra Volkswagen
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 17.97 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 19.00 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2184 cc 1498 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SedanAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 150bhp@3750rpm 147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Manual Automatic
Gearbox 6-Speed 7-Speed DSG
Drive Type RWD FWD
Colors
Mahindra Thar ROXX Colors
Volkswagen Virtus Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 15.2 Kmpl 19.62 Kmpl
Tyre Size 255/60 R19 205/55 R16
Boot Space Not Available 521 Liters
Ground Clearance (Laden) Not Available 145 mm
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 34,762 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 36,753 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost Not Available
Rs. 29,395 / 5 years
Insurance Rs. 96,566 Thar ROXX Insurance Virtus Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Not Available
Yes
Displacement
2184 cc
1498 cc
Engine Type
2.2L mHawk
1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
Engine Displacement
2184 cc
1498 cc
Max Power
150bhp@3750rpm
147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm
Max Torque
330Nm@1500-3000rpm
250Nm@1600-3500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
Gearbox
6-Speed
7-Speed DSG
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
RWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
Not Available
Yes
Kerb Weight
Not Available
1269 Kg
Turbo Charger
Yes
Yes
Drive Mode Types
Zip-Zoom
Not Available

Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
57 Liters
45 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
15.2 Kmpl
19.62 Kmpl

Alloy Wheel Size Front
19
16
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
19
16
Suspension Front
2
Not Available
Suspension Rear
Not Available
6
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Available
5.05 m
Tyre Size
255/60 R19
205/55 R16
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Radial & Tubeless

Ventilated Seats
Yes
Yes
Digital Cluster Size
10.25
8
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Yes
Upholstery
Leatherette
Leatherette
Interior Lighting
Footwell Lamp
Ambient light, Footwell Lamp
Rear Seat Headrest
Not Available
4
Digital Cluster
Yes
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
4
Boot Space
Not Available
521 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Wheel Covers
No
No
ORVM
Powered & Folding
Powered & Folding
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Yes
Chrome Garnish
Not Available
Yes
Cornering Foglamps
Not Available
Yes
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Yes
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Yes
Yes
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Sun Roof
Panoramic
Single Pane
Side Stepper
Yes
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Yes
Yes
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Yes
Trunk Light
Not Available
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Yes
Antenna
Not Available
Shark Fin
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Ground Clearance (Laden)
Not Available
145 mm
Length*Width*Height
4428*1870*1923 mm3
4561*1752*1507 mm3
Wheelbase
2850 mm
2651 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
179 mm
No. Of Doors
5
4

USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
With Storage
Luggage Hook and Net
Yes
Not Available
Lane Change Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Additional Entertainment Features
Wireless Android Auto AndApple CarPlay| 9-speaker custom-tuned Harman Kardon Sound system
Wireless Connect with Android Auto
Automatic Climate Control
Available
Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
2
Not Available
No of Speakers
6
8
Adjustable Steering
3
4
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
USB Ports
Available
Available
Additional Features
Wireless Android Auto AndApple CarPlay| 9-speaker custom-tuned Harman Kardon Sound system
Wireless Connect with Android Auto
No of Tweeter
2
No
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
Yes
Not Available
Cupholders
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Dolby Atmos
Available
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
10.25 inch
10.09 inch
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
Yes
Subwoofer
Yes
Yes
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
Not Available
No
Air Quality Control
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Yes
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Not Available
Yes
Voice Commands
Yes
Yes
Powered Seats
Not Available
Front Only
Cooled Glovebox
Yes
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Push Ignition
Yes
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Door Pockets
Not Available
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Not Available
Front & Rear Door

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

Automatic Emergency Braking
No
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
No
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
No
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
No
Not Available
Adaptive High Beam Assist
No
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
Not Available
Lane Departure Prevention Assist
No
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Not Available

Inbuilt Apps
Adrenox connected car
Apps Store
Google / Alexa Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
SOS Button
Yes
Yes
RSA
Not Available
Yes
ECall And ICall
Yes
Yes
Valet Mode
Not Available
Yes
Remote Ac On Off
No
Not Available
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
No
Not Available

grossWeight
Not Available
1685 kg
frontTread
1580 mm
1511 mm
rearTread
1580 mm
1496 mm

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Mahindra Thar ROXX
  • Old-school boxy SUV styling is charming and attention-grabbing
  • Both engines offer punchy performance and good driveability
  • Loaded features-list including safety features, cabin space is generous and seats are comfortable too
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
Mahindra Thar ROXX
  • Stiff ride quality makes bumps and potholes make their presence felt in the cabin
  • Body roll is apparent even on smooth roads
  • Infotainment experience can be glitchy at times
Volkswagen Virtus
  • Interior quality should have been better
  • Mileage in bad traffic is low

Is Volkswagen Virtus Better Than Mahindra Thar ROXX?

67% users have chosen Volkswagen Virtus over Mahindra Thar ROXX in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 217 users have also rated Volkswagen Virtus and Mahindra Thar ROXX on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
Volkswagen Virtus has out rated Mahindra Thar ROXX on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Thar ROXX Virtus
Mileage 4.2 3.5
Performance 4.7 4.2
Comfort 4.9 4.5
Maintenance 4.0 3.9
Safety 4.9 4.4
Features 4.7 4.6
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. 1.0 GT or 1.0 Topline which is the best?
  • The Volkswagen Virtus is a distinguished sedan, offered in both the 1.0 Topline and 1.0 GT variants. The Topline variant provides a premium experience, with features designed to enhance comfort and convenience, while the GT/GT‑line delivers a sportier appeal through dynamic styling elements, blacked-out accents, and a more performance-oriented design. As multiple options are available under both variants, we recommend comparing them to select the model that best aligns with your preferences in terms of features, styling, and overall driving experience: https://www.zigwheels.com/compare-cars/volkswagen-virtus-gt-line-vs-volkswagen-virtus-topline-es

Mahindra Thar ROXX Vs Volkswagen Virtus FAQs

Which car is best between Mahindra Thar ROXX vs Volkswagen Virtus?
Volkswagen Virtus has out rated Mahindra Thar ROXX on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper Mahindra Thar ROXX vs Volkswagen Virtus?
The Mahindra Thar ROXX is cheaper than Volkswagen Virtus by ₹1.03 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Mahindra Thar ROXX vs Volkswagen Virtus?
The Volkswagen Virtus delivers better mileage 19.62 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Mahindra Thar ROXX vs Volkswagen Virtus?
For the Star Edition Diesel version, 2184 cc Diesel engine of Thar ROXX produces 150bhp@3750rpm of power and 330Nm@1500-3000rpm of torque. Whereas for the GT Plus Sport DSG version, 1498 cc Petrol engine of Virtus produces 147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm of power and 250Nm@1600-3500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Mahindra Thar ROXX has better performance.

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