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MG Hector Plus vs Volkswagen Virtus

Do you want to find out which car is the best, MG Hector Plus or Volkswagen Virtus? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Hector Plus and Virtus. MG Hector Plus Price starts at Rs.17.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Style 2.0L Turbo Diesel 7 Seater MT and Volkswagen Virtus Price starts at Rs.10.44 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Comfortline 1.0L TSI MT. MG Hector Plus is 4 cylinder, 1956 cc Engine can generate 167.67 bhp @ 3750 rpm power whereas Volkswagen Virtus is a 3 cylinder, 999 cc Engine can generate 113.42 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Hector Plus provides a mileage of 15.58 kmpl (base model), and Virtus has a mileage of 20.08 kmpl (base model).

Hector Plus vs Virtus

Key HighlightsMG Hector PlusVolkswagen Virtus
PriceRs.17.00 LakhRs.10.44 Lakh
Engine Capacity1956 cc999 cc
Power167.67 bhp @ 3750 rpm113.42 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm
Mileage/Range15.58 kmpl20.08 kmpl
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MG Hector Plus Style 2.0L Turbo Diesel 7 Seater MT car
Style 2.0L Turbo Diesel 7 Seater MT
Rs. 17.00 Lakh
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Volkswagen Virtus Comfortline 1.0L TSI MT car
Comfortline 1.0L TSI MT
Rs. 10.44 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
20.22 Lakh
Price Breakup
12.10 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
User Rating
4.4
4.1
Boot Space (Litres)
155 Litres
521 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1956 cc
999 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
167.67 bhp @ 3750 rpm
113.42 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm
Colors
Images
Hector Plus Images
Hector Plus Images
Hector Plus Images
Virtus Images
Virtus Images
Virtus Images
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Exterior

Sunroof
Power Windows
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Adjustable ORVMs
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Turn Indicators on ORVMs
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Rear Wiper
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Rear Defogger
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Bootlid Opener
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Rain Sensing Wipers
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Daytime Running Lights
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LED headlight
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Projector headlight
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Automatic Headlamps
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Follow Me Home Headlamps
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Macpherson Strut + Coil Springs
Mc-Pherson suspension and stabiliser bar
Rear Suspension
Beam Assemble + Coil Spring
Twist beam axle
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Drum
Wheels
Alloy
Steel
Spare Wheel
Steel
195/65 R15
Front Tyre Size
215/60 R17
205/55 R16
Rear Tyre Size
215/60 R17
205/55 R16
Turning Radius
5.8 meters
5.05 meters
Tyre Size Spare
215/60 R17
195/65 R15
Wheels Size
R17
R16

Instrumentation

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

Apple CarPlay
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Android Auto
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Voice Command
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Infotainment Screen
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Multifunction Display
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Touchscreen Size
14 inches
10 Inches
Bluetooth Compatibility
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Integrated Music System
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Speakers
8
8
AM/FM Radio
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USB Compatibility
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Wireless Charger
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Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/Unlimited Kms
4 Year/100000 Kms
Extended Warranty
Upto10 Years/250000 Kms
Upto 6 Years/150000 kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1956 cc
999 cc
Engine Type
2.0L Turbocharged Intercooled
1.0L TSI
No. of Cylinders
4
3
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
6
6
Power
167.67 bhp @ 3750 rpm
113.42 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm
Torque
350 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
178 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Fast Charging
-
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
15.58 kmpl
20.08 kmpl
Top Speed
195 kmph
190 kmph
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
AC
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Rear AC Vents
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Automatic climate control
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Heater
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Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
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Cruise Control
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Start / Stop Button
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Power Steering
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Adjustable steering
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
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Leather streering wheels
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Keyless Entry
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Electronic Parking Brake
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Parking Assist
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Safety

NCAP Rating
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5 Star(Global NCAP
Airbags
2
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
check
check
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
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ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
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check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
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check
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
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ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
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ASR / Traction Control
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
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Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
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Seat Belt Warning
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Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
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Rear Middle Head Rest
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Dimensions & Capacity

Length
4699 mm
4561 mm
Width
1835 mm
1752 mm
Height
1760 mm
1507 mm
Wheelbase
2750 mm
2651 mm
Ground Clearance
192 mm
179 mm
No. of Seats
7
5
No. of Doors
5
4
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 Litres
45 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
7.5 Litres
4 Litres
Boot Space
155 Litres
521 Litres
Kerb Weight
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1173 kg
Body Type
SUV
Sedan

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • A spacious second row of seats with rear AC vents.
  • The third row is decent for adult occupants.
  • Separate AC controls and vents for third-row passengers.
  • Absorbent ride, ideal for mile munching.
  • Great road presence with the segment’s biggest infotainment screen.
  • Cabin has good legroom on offer, supportive seats, perfect ergonomics & enough storage
  • Two different petrol turbocharged engines on offer
  • GT version looks smashing
Cons
  • Body roll is felt around corners.
  • The suspension is tuned soft which makes ride quality floaty.
  • Does not get automatic transmission in the diesel powertrain.
  • 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 MG Hector Plus and Volkswagen Virtus

Safety

Hector Plus comes loaded with 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, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera. Virtus has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), Overspeed Warning, 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, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror.

Body

Hector Plus has doors and seats. It is an with 155 Litres boot space, 60 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 192 mm. It is 1835 mm wide, 1760 mm high and 4699 mm long. It has kerb weight and 2750 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Virtus is an with doors and seats ,45 Litres fuel tank capacity, 521 Litres boot space, 179 mm ground clearance.It has 1507 mm height, 4561 mm length, 1752 mm width, and 1173 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

MG Hector Plus comes with FWD and 6 Manual transmission. And Virtus comes with FWD and 6 Manual transmission.

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MG Hector Plus and Volkswagen Virtus Owner Reviews

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    • P
      Praveen
      10 Apr 2025
      4.3
      It is very good family car. It has many features like 20 inch screen, comfort , easy to drive, safety etc . My experience so good with this car. Pick up so good of this car.
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      Vipin
      3 Month ago
      5.0
      This car is my dream I like this car feature is a excellent and also design is very looking good and also design is very looking good morning and good.
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      shekar
      5 Month ago
      4.3
      Good comfort and features, interior and exterior design look is good, vehicle performance awesome, mileage in city is 12 kmpl and Highway 15 to 16kmpl at this price range is good to buy.
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      Manisha Naik
      6 Month ago
      5.0
      This car is wonderful, it is fully safe to drive and it is very comfortable to sit in. The wheels of car are good in size the experience was good
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      aman
      7 Month ago
      3.0
      looking nice design and also drive comfort and a long diver for comfort, I say buy this car for comfort, safety, and family use.
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