Tata Safari vs Volkswagen Virtus

Tata Safari Price starts at Rs. 15.49 Lakh which is Rs. 3.93 Lakh costlier than base model of Volkswagen Virtus priced at Rs. 11.55 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Tata Safari (Diesel Model) is 14.1 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Volkswagen Virtus (Petrol Model) is 19.62 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Tata Safari (Top Model) is powered by 1956 cc engine , while Volkswagen Virtus (Top Model) is powered by 999 cc engine.

Safari vs Virtus

Key Highlights Safari Accomplished Plus Dark 6S ATVirtus GT Plus Sport DSG
Engine Type Kryotec 2.0L 1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
Max Power 167.62bhp@3750rpm 147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 14.1 Kmpl 19.62 Kmpl
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Basic Info Tata Safari Accomplished Plus Dark 6S ATVolkswagen Virtus GT Plus Sport DSGMG Motor Hector Plus Sharp Pro
Rating
64 reviews
87 reviews
53 reviews
Brand Name Tata Volkswagen MG Motor
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 26.79 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 19.39 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 20.92 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 1956 cc 1498 cc 1451 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SedanAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 167.62bhp@3750rpm 147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm 141.04bhp@5000rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic Manual
Gearbox 6-Speed 7-Speed DSG 6-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD FWD
Colors
Tata Safari Colors
Volkswagen Virtus Colors
MG Motor Hector Plus Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 14.1 Kmpl 19.62 Kmpl 13.79 Kmpl
Tyre Size 245/55/R19 205/55 R16 215/55 R18
Boot Space 420 Liters 521 Liters ...
Ground Clearance (Laden) ... 145 mm ...
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 51,824 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 37,526 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 40,484 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost ...
Rs. 58,791 / 5 years
...
Insurance Rs. 1.32 Lakh Safari Insurance Rs. 84,148 Virtus Insurance Rs. 89,775 Hector Plus Insurance
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Engine Type
Kryotec 2.0L
1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
1.5L Turbocharged Intercooled
Engine Displacement
1956 cc
1498 cc
1451 cc
Max Power
167.62bhp@3750rpm
147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm
141.04bhp@5000rpm
Max Torque
350Nm@1750-2500rpm
250Nm@1600-3500rpm
250Nm@1600-3600rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Manual
Gearbox
6-Speed
7-Speed DSG
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
...
Kerb Weight
...
1269 Kg
...
Turbo Charger
Drive Mode Types
ECO|CITY|SPORT
...
Eco,Normal,Sports

Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
50 Liters
45 Liters
60 Liters
Top Speed
175 Km/h
190 Km/h
195 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
14.1 Kmpl
19.62 Kmpl
13.79 Kmpl

Suspension Front
2
Suspension Rear
6
6
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Drum
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
...
5.05 m
...
Tyre Size
245/55/R19
205/55 R16
215/55 R18
Wheel Size
...
...
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless, Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
...
Ventilated Seats
Additional Interior Features
Steering Wheel with Illuminated Logo, Soft Touch Dashboard with Anti-Reflective "Nappa" Grain Top Layer, Multi Mood Lights on Door Trims, Floor Console & Dashboard,Front Armrest with Cooled Storage,Air Purifier with AQI Display,Bejeweled Terrain Response Mode Selector with Display,Auto-Dimming IRVM
Premium dual tone interiors, High quality scratch-resistant dashboard, Rave Glossy/Dark Red Glossy and Glossy Black décor inserts, Chrome accent on air vents slider, Leather + Leatherette seat upholstery, Driver side foot rest, Driver side sunvisor with ticket holder, Passenger side sunvisor with vanity mirror, Foldable roof grab handles, front, Foldable roof grab handles with hooks, rear, Rear seat backrest split 60:40 foldable, Front center armrest in leatherette, sliding, with storage box, Rear center armrest with cup holders, Ambient light pack: LEDs for door panel switches, front and rear reading lamps, Luggage compartment illumination, 20.32 cm Digital cockpit (instrument cluster), 12V Plug front, Front 2x USB-C sockets (data+charging), Rear 2x USB-C socket module (charging only),Auto coming/leaving home lights, Seat upholstery GT - Leather/leatherette combination, Red ambient lig
"Rear Metallic Scuff Plates,Front Metallic Scuff Plates,8 ColorAmbient Lighting with Voice Commands,Leatherette Door Armrest & Dashboard Insert,Inside Door Handles Finish(Chrome),FrontAnd Rear Reading Lights(LED),2nd Row Seat Recline,Vanity Mirror Illumination,Sunglasses Holder,Seat Back Pocket,Dual Tone Argil Brown & Black Interior Theme,2nd Row Seats Front & Back Slide Adjustable,3rd Row 50:50 Split Seats"
Rear Seat Headrest
...
Digital Cluster
Full
Air Conditioner
Ambient Light Colour
...
...
8
Digital Odometer
...
...
Seating Capacity
6
5
6
Doors
5
4
5
Boot Space
420 Liters
521 Liters
...

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
Blackstone Alloy Wheels with Aero Inserts,Front LED DRLs + Centre Position Lamp,Connected LED Tail Lamp, Dark Badging, Sequential Turn Indicators on Front & Rear LED DRL, Welcome & Goodbye Animation on Front & Rear LED DRL
GT elements, GT branding at front grill, GT branding at rear, Front fender with GT branding, Red painted brake callipers in front, Black Alloys, Carbon Steel Grey coloured door mirrors housing, Glossy black rear spoiler, Dual tone exterior with roof painted in Carbon Steel Grey, Signature chrome wing - front, Chrome strip on grille - upper, Chrome strip on grille - lower, Lower grill in black glossy, Bonnet with chiseled lines, Sharp dual shoulder lines, Body coloured door handles, Chrome applique on door handles,, Chrome garnish on window bottom line, Signature LED Tail lamps, Signature chrome wing, rear, Auto headlights, Reflector sticker inside doors
Chrome Insert in Front & Rear Skid Plates,Floating LightTurn Indicators,Projector Headlamps (LED),Tail Lamps(Full+Led),LED Blade Connected Tail Lights,Chrome Finish OnWindow Beltline,ChromeFinish On Outside Door Handles,Argyle-Inspired Diamond Mesh Grille,Side Body Cladding Finish(Chrome),Intelligent Turn Indicator
Rain Sensing Wiper
Xenon Headlights
...
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
...
Ground Clearance (Laden)
...
145 mm
...
Length*Width*Height
4668*1922*1795 mm3
4561*1752*1507 mm3
4699*1835*1760 mm3
Wheelbase
2741 mm
2651 mm
2750 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
...
179 mm
...

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
...
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
3 rd Row Seats with 50:50 Split, Boss Mode, Terrain Response Modes (Normal, Rough & Wet), Gesture Controlled Powered Tailgate, Smart E-Shifter
Adjustable dual rear ac vent,Footwell Illumination, Front seats back pocket (both sides), Smart storage in center console, Height adjustable head restraint, Ventilated front seats with leather inserts
"Sun roof Control From Touchscreen,Quiet Mode,Headunit Theme Store with Downloadable Themes,Preloaded Greeting Message On Entry (with customised message option),Remote Sun roof Open /Close,Remote Sun roof Open /Close,100+ Voice Commands to Control Sunroof, AC and More,Voice Commands to Control Ambient Lights,50+Hinglish Voice Commands,Navigation Voice Guidance in 5 Indian Languages,Navigation Group Travelling Mode,MGWeather,Park+ App to Discover and Book Parking,Smart Drive Information,Wi-Fi Connectivity (Home Wi-Fi/Mobile Hotspot),6-Way Power Adjustable Driver Seat,4-Way Power Adjustable Co-Driver Seat,AC Controls On The Headunit (With Auto AC),Leatherette Driver Armrest with Storage,All Windows & Sunroof Open By Remote Key,3rd Row Fast Charging USB Port,3rd Row AC with Separate Fan Speed Control"
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
With Storage
With Storage
Luggage Hook and Net
...
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
...
Additional Entertainment Features
Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay, 250+ Native Voice Commands, Harman AudioworX Advanced with JBL Audio Modes,Connected Vehicle Technology with iRA 2.0
Valet mode, Apps- SygicTM navigation, GaanaTM, Booking.comTM, AudiobooksTM, BBC NewsTM, MyVolkswagen Connect - Live tracking, Geo fence, Time fence, Driving behaviour, SOS emergency call, Safety alerts, Trip analysis, Documents due date reminder, Sporty aluminum pedals
"Premium Sound System By Infinity,Advanced UI with Widget customization of homescreen with multiple Homepages,Customisable Widget Color with 7 color palette for homepage of Infotainment screen,Amplifier,AC & Mood Light in Car Remote Control in (i-SmartApp),MG Discover App (Restaurant, Hotels & Things to Do Search),Birthday Wish on Headunit (With Customisable Date Option),Customisable Lock Screen Wallpaper"
Smart Entry
...
Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
Available
Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
...
...
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
3
...
Not Available
No of Speakers
5
8
8
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Lumbar Support
...
...
Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
2nd Row Captain Seats Tumble Fold
60:40 Split
2nd Row Captain Seats Tumble Fold
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
...
Tachometer
...
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
Front
...
...
Adjustable Headrest
Voice assisted sunroof
...
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
...
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
...
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Cigarette Lighter
...
...
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
Panoramic
Single Pane
Dual Pane

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
2
...
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
...
Hill Descent Control
...
...
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
360 View Camera
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
7
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
...
Traction Control System (TCS)
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Roll Over Mitigation, Corner Stability Control, Brake Disc Wiping, After Impact Braking, Panic Brake Alert, 3-Point Seatbelt with Reminder for all Seats,Electronic Park Brake with Auto Hold,Advanced ESP with Driver Doze Off Alert,Emergency Call & Breakdown Call Assist
Active Cylinder Technology, Engine idle Start/stop, Multi-collison brakes (MCB), Brake disc wiping, Anti-slip regulation (ASR), Electronic differential lock system, Curtain airbags, Tyre pressure deflation warning, All seats with 3-point seat belts, Seat belt reminder (Driver & Co-driver), 5 headrest (for all passengers), Engine immobiliser with floating code system, Reversing camera with static guidelines, Auto-dimming interior rearview mirror, Light sensor, Height adjustable co-driver seat
"Trumpet Horn,Digital Bluetooth Key with Key Sharing Function,Remote Car Light Flashing & Honking,AQI Updates,Critical Tyre Pressure Voice Alert,Low Battery Alert at Ignition On,Vehicle Overspeed Alert With Customisable Speed Limit,Find My Car,Send POI to Vehicle From App,WalkAway Auto Car Lock/Approach Auto Car Unlock"
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
5 Star
...
Child Safety Lock
...
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
5 Star
5 Star
...
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3
3

Automatic Emergency Braking
...
Forward Collision Warning
...
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
...
...
Lane Departure Warning
...
Lane Keep Assist
...
Driver Attention Warning
...
...
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
...
...
Adaptive High Beam Assist
...
...
Traffic Sign Recognition
...
Adaptive Cruise Control
...
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
...
...
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
...
...

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
...
Google / Alexa Connectivity
...
...
SOS Button
...
...
RSA
...
...
Smartwatch App
...
Live Location
...
Remote Immobiliser
...
...
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
...
...
Engine Start Alarm
...
Remote Vehicle Status Check
...
Digital Car Key
...
...
Hinglish Voice Commands
...
...
Navigation With Live Traffic
...
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
...
...
Live Weather
...
ECall And ICall
...
Save Route Place
...
...
Over Speeding Alert
...
Valet Mode
...
In Car Remote Control App
...
...
Remote Ac On Off
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock
...
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
...
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Tata Safari
  • Big on size and road presence
  • can seat 7 people comfortably
  • updated interiors have good quality and better finish
  • better infotainment experience with twin screens
  • advanced driver assistance system (ADAS)
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
Tata Safari
  • Diesel engine sounds gruff
  • no petrol or all-wheel drive option
Volkswagen Virtus
  • Interior quality should have been better
  • mileage in bad traffic is low

Is Volkswagen Virtus Better Than Tata Safari?

67% users have chosen Volkswagen Virtus over Tata Safari in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 206 users have also rated Volkswagen Virtus and Tata Safari on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Volkswagen Virtus is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, safety and features in your car. But Tata Safari is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance.
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 Safari Virtus
Mileage 4.1 4.3
Performance 4.6 4.3
Comfort 4.9 4.4
Maintenance 3.8 4.4
Safety 4.9 4.4
Features 4.9 4.7
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Latest News on Tata Safari, Volkswagen Virtus and MG Motor Hector Plus

Safari Vs Virtus Vs MG Motor Hector Plus FAQs

Which car is best between Tata Safari vs Volkswagen Virtus?
As per the users experiences Tata Safari is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and maintenance in your car. But Volkswagen Virtus is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, safety and features.
Which car is cheaper Tata Safari vs Volkswagen Virtus?
The Volkswagen Virtus is cheaper than Tata Safari by Rs. 7.39 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Tata Safari vs Volkswagen Virtus?
The Volkswagen Virtus delivers better mileage 19.62 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Tata Safari vs Volkswagen Virtus?
For the Accomplished Plus Dark 6S AT version, 1956 cc Diesel engine of Safari produces 167.62bhp@3750rpm of power and 350Nm@1750-2500rpm 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 Tata Safari has better performance.

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