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Mahindra Scorpio Classic vs Volkswagen Virtus

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Mahindra Scorpio Classic or Volkswagen Virtus? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Scorpio Classic and Virtus. Mahindra Scorpio Classic Price starts at Rs.13.59 Lakh (ex-showroom) for S 7-Str and Volkswagen Virtus Price starts at Rs.11.56 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Comfortline MT. Mahindra Scorpio Classic is 4 cylinder, 2184 cc Engine can generate 130 bhp @ 3750 rpm power whereas Volkswagen Virtus is a 4 cylinder, 999 cc Engine can generate 147.51 bhp @ 5000-6000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Scorpio Classic provides a mileage of 15 kmpl (base model), and Virtus has a mileage of 21 kmpl (base model).

Scorpio Classic vs Virtus

Key HighlightsMahindra Scorpio ClassicVolkswagen Virtus
PriceRs.13.59 LakhRs.11.56 Lakh
Engine Capacity2184 cc999 cc
Power130 bhp @ 3750 rpm147.51 bhp @ 5000-6000 rpm
Mileage/Range15 kmpl21 kmpl
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Mahindra Scorpio Classic S 7-Str car
S 7-Str
Rs. 13.59 Lakh
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Volkswagen Virtus Comfortline MT car
Comfortline MT
Rs. 11.56 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
16.16 Lakh
Price Breakup
13.39 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
User Rating
4.2
4.0
Boot Space (Litres)
460 Litres
521 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
2184 cc
999 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
130 bhp @ 3750 rpm
147.51 bhp @ 5000-6000 rpm
Colors
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Double Wish-bone Type, Independent Front Coil Spring
Mc-Pherson suspension and stabiliser bar
Rear Suspension
Mulit-link Coil Spring Suspension with Anti-Roll Bar
Twist beam axle
Front Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Wheels
Steel Rims
-
Spare Wheel
Steel
-
Front Tyre Size
235 / 65 R17
205/55 R16
Rear Tyre Size
235/65 R17
205/55 R16
Turning Radius
5.4 meters
5.5 meters
Tyre Size Spare
235/65 R17
205/55 R 16
Wheels Size
R17
R16

Exterior

Sunroof
Power Windows
Front & Rear
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Adjustable ORVMs
Externally Adjustable
-
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
-
Rear Wiper
-
Rear Defogger
-
Bootlid Opener
Internal
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Daytime Running Lights
-
LED headlight
-
Projector headlight
check
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Automatic Headlamps
check
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
check
-
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
-
Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
-
Shift Indicator
-
Tachometer
Analogue
Analogue
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Odometer
Analogue
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
-

Infotainment & Communication

Apple CarPlay
check
Android Auto
check
Voice Command
check
Infotainment Screen
check
Multifunction Display
check
Bluetooth Compatibility
-
Integrated Music System
-
Speakers
-
AM/FM Radio
-
USB Compatibility
-
Wireless Charger
-
Basic Warranty
2 years or 75000 kms
4 Year/ 100000 Km Warranty

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
2184 cc
999 cc
Engine Type
2.2 L mHawk
1.0L TSI
No. of Cylinders
4
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
Inline
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
6 Gears
6 Speed
Power
130 bhp @ 3750 rpm
147.51 bhp @ 5000-6000 rpm
Torque
300 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm
178 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Fast Charging
Drivetrain
RWD
Front Wheel Drive(FWD)
ARAI Certified Economy
15 kmpl
21 kmpl
Top Speed
165 kmph
190 kmph
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS VI

Comfort & Convenience

AC
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Rear AC Vents
Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
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Automatic climate control
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Heater
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Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Co-Driver Only
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Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
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Power Steering
check
check
Adjustable steering
check
check
Multifunction Steering Wheel
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Leather streering wheels
-
Drive Modes
3
4
Keyless Entry
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Electronic Parking Brake
-
Parking Assist
-

Safety

NCAP Rating
Not Tested
-
Airbags
2
2
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
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Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
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ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
check
check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
check
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
check
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
check
ASR / Traction Control
check
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
check
Lane Departure Warning
-
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
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Seat Belt Warning
check
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Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
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Rear Middle Head Rest
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Dimensions & Capacity

Length
4456 mm
4561 mm
Width
1820 mm
1752 mm
Height
1995 mm
4561 mm
Wheelbase
2680 mm
2651 mm
Ground Clearance
209 mm
179 mm
No. of Seats
7
5
No. of Doors
5
4
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 Litres
45 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
6 Litres
4 Litres
Boot Space
460 Litres
521 Litres
Kerb Weight
1950 kg
1100 kg
Body Type
SUV
Sedan

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Rugged stance and bulky build gives it a solid road presence
  • Ladder on frame chassis gives it ability to handle rural roads and hard terrains with ease
  • One of the most affordable 7-seater SUV available in the Indian market
  • Multiple seating options offers better practicality
  • The ride quality is now improved with updated suspension setup
  • The driveability has been improved with cable-operated manual transmission
  • More refined as compared to the previous generation
  • 14% More fuel efficient than the previous generation Scorpio
  • Cabin has good legroom on offer, supportive seats, perfect ergonomics & enough storage
  • Two different petrol turbocharged engines on offer
  • GT version looks smashing
Cons
  • No value for money on offer only S & S11 variants are available
  • The base S variant misses on most of the features such as rear wiper, wheel covers, remote central locking and more
  • The S11 variant fails to justify the premium price tag as it misses on features such as Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, electrically folding ORVMs and more
  • Only a single diesel engine is available
  • No 4X4 hardware and automatic transmission on offer
  • The pricing overlaps with the Scorpio N SUV
  • Third row feels cramped, the space management inside the cabin could’ve been better
  • No MT option available with the 1.5 TSI
  • No Diesel engine on offer
  • Reliability issues of the DQ 200 Dual Clutch transmission
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Detailed Comparison of Mahindra Scorpio Classic and Volkswagen Virtus

Safety

Scorpio Classic comes loaded with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), Seat Belt Warning, Engine Immobiliser, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning. Virtus has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Hill Assist, Central Locking, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera.

Transmission

Mahindra Scorpio Classic comes with RWD and 6 Gears Manual transmission. And Virtus comes with Front Wheel Drive(FWD) and 6 Speed Manual transmission.

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Mahindra Scorpio Classic and Volkswagen Virtus Owner Reviews

  • Scorpio Classic Review
  • Virtus Review
    • A
      Anupam
      1 Month ago
      Review for Mahindra Scorpio Classic
      5.0
      Best look. SUV speed is also good. Interior is great. Driving is comfortable, specially manually gear system. comfort is good accordance to the SUV. Love this car.
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      bhatt
      1 Month ago
      Review for Mahindra Scorpio Classic
      5.0
      Very fantastic car ever i had, Very good seat comfort given by company and have a great suspension which gives us nice driving experience, a fantastic touch screen led control to play music.
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    • RK
      Raj Kamal
      1 Month ago
      Review for Mahindra Scorpio Classic
      4.7
      Performance is excellent, and comfortable also I recommend best off road SUV in 4×2, milage is also good enough and features must be better. Overall experience is excellent thank you Mahindra.
      Likes (1)
    • R
      Rudramani
      5 Month ago
      Review for Mahindra Scorpio Classic
      4.4
      It comes equipped with various safety features, including dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, panic brake indication, engine immobilizer, speed alert, and seat belt reminder. These features are designed to enhance the safety of the vehicle and its passengers.
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    • Pp
      Prasad pottalla
      5 Month ago
      Review for Mahindra Scorpio Classic
      4.4
      The car offers commendable value for money, particularly for individuals who prioritize rugged performance and off-road capabilities.
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