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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.12.98 Lakh (ex-showroom) for S mHawk 7 Seater Diesel MT and Volkswagen Virtus Price starts at Rs.10.50 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Comfortline 1.0L TSI MT. Mahindra Scorpio Classic is 4 cylinder, 2184 cc Engine can generate 130 bhp @ 3750 rpm power whereas Volkswagen Virtus is a 3 cylinder, 999 cc Engine can generate 114 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Scorpio Classic provides a mileage of 15 kmpl (base model), and Virtus has a mileage of 20.08 kmpl (base model).

Scorpio Classic vs Virtus

Key HighlightsMahindra Scorpio ClassicVolkswagen Virtus
PriceRs.12.98 LakhRs.10.50 Lakh
Engine Capacity2184 cc999 cc
Power130 bhp @ 3750 rpm114 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm
Mileage/Range15 kmpl20.08 kmpl
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Mahindra Scorpio Classic S mHawk 7 Seater Diesel MT car
S mHawk 7 Seater Diesel MT
Rs. 12.98 Lakh
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Volkswagen Virtus Comfortline 1.0L TSI MT car
Comfortline 1.0L TSI MT
Rs. 10.50 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
15.36 Lakh
Price Breakup
12.16 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
User Rating
4.1
4.1
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
114 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm
Colors
Images
Scorpio Classic Images
Scorpio Classic Images
Scorpio Classic Images
Virtus Images
Virtus Images
Virtus Images
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Double Wish-bone Type & Independent Front Coil Spring
McPherson suspension and stabiliser bar
Rear Suspension
Mulit-link Coil Spring Suspension with Anti-Roll Bar
Twist beam axle
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Spare Wheel
{215/65 R17}& Steel Rim
{195/65 R15}& Steel Rim
Front Tyre Size
235/65 R17
205/55 R16
Rear Tyre Size
235/65 R17
205/55 R16
Turning Radius
5.4 meters
5.05 meters
Wheels Size
R17
R16
Wheels Type
Steel Rims
Alloy Wheels

Exterior

Power Windows
Rear Wiper
Rear Defogger
check
Daytime Running Lights
check
Automatic Headlamps
check
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Outside door handles
Body Colored
Body Colored
Bumpers
Body Coloured
Black
Antenna
Roof Mounted
Rear Spoiler
Body Coloured Roof Mounted
Roof Rails
Silver Finish
Bonnet
Manual Lift
Manual Lift
Outside Mirrors
Manually Adjustable
Electrically Adjustable
Tail Gate
Manual Operation
Manual Operation
Outside Rear View Mirrors
Body Coloured
Body Coloured With Indicators

Instrumentation

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

Infotainment & Communication

Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
check
Multifunction Display
check
check
Touchscreen Size
-
7 inches
Bluetooth Compatibility
check
Integrated Music System
Standard Company Fitted
Standard Company Fitted
Speakers
-
8
AM/FM Radio
check
Wireless Charger
Front tweeters
Android Auto and Apple Carplay
Wired Android Auto & Apple Carplay

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/100000 kms
4 Years/100000 Kms
Extended Warranty
Upto 5 Years/150000 Kms
Upto 6 Years/150000 kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
2184 cc
999 cc
Engine Type
2.2 L mHawk
1.0L TSI
No. of Cylinders
4
3
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
6
6
Power
130 bhp @ 3750 rpm
114 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm
Torque
300 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm
178 Nm @ 1750 - 4000 rpm
Drivetrain
RWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
15 kmpl
20.08 kmpl
Top Speed
165 kmph
190 kmph
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger
check
-
Compression Ratio
16.6:1
10:01

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
Ventilated Seats Type
AC
check
check
Rear AC Vents
check
check
Automatic climate control
check
Heater
check
check
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
check
check
Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
Power Steering
check
check
Multifunction Steering Wheel
check
Leather streering wheels
Keyless Entry
Smart Key
Parking Assist
check
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Rear Only

Safety

Airbags
2
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
-
check
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
check
check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
check
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
check
-
Seat Belt Warning
check
check
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
check
Rear Middle Head Rest
check
Hill Assist
check

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
4456 mm
4561 mm
Width
1820 mm
1752 mm
Height
1995 mm
1507 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
1173 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), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Child Safety Lock. 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, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights.

Body

Scorpio Classic has doors and seats. It is an with 460 Litres boot space, 60 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 209 mm. It is 1820 mm wide, 1995 mm high and 4456 mm long. It has 1950 kg kerb weight and 2680 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

Mahindra Scorpio Classic comes with RWD and 6 Manual transmission. And Virtus comes with FWD and 6 Manual transmission.

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Mahindra Scorpio Classic and Volkswagen Virtus Owner Reviews

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    • Mk
      Mudassir khan
      28 Jan 2026
      5.0
      I love the Scorpio very much—it is my biggest dream car. The Scorpio Classic is truly special to me, and it is the car I want as my first and last vehicle in my life. It holds a very important place in my heart.
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      ROHIT RAJAK
      25 Jan 2026
      4.0
      The car is very good, with an excellent profile and strong performance. It is good-looking, powerful, and gives a confident driving feel. The car looks especially beautiful in black, which enhances its overall style and presence.
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    • DK
      Dileep Kumar
      24 Jan 2026
      5.0
      This is my dream car and a source of great happiness for me. It is very powerful and comes with an excellent safety rating. The lighting is one of the most important and impressive features of the vehicle. Overall, it is a very smart car, and I am proud to own it.
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      Ritesh chaurasiya
      1 Month ago
      4.8
      Ye meri first car hogi personal number ke saath. Mujhe ye car bahut pasand hai. Humein bas yehi car chahiye, aur koi gaadi nahi chahiye.
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    • KM
      Kulwinder Maan
      2 Month ago
      3.7
      The car looks excellent, and its maintenance cost is quite low. Its design feels very premium, and I like it a lot. It’s a cool car, and I love it. Mahindra is the best—I truly like this vehicle.
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