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Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Volkswagen Virtus Comparison 2026: Price, Mileage, Features

The Mahindra XUV 3XO starts at ₹7.79 L and the Volkswagen Virtus at ₹10.50 L, a difference of ₹2.71 L ex-showroom. On-road in New Delhi that gap becomes roughly ₹3.01 L. Here is what the extra money actually buys.

Mahindra XUV 3XO

₹7.79 L - ₹15.04 L

Diesel/PetrolAutomatic/Manual5 Seats

Volkswagen Virtus

₹10.50 L - ₹19.20 L

PetrolAutomatic/Manual5 Seats

Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Volkswagen Virtus

Specifications

Parameter

Mahindra XUV 3XO

Volkswagen Virtus

Price

₹7.79 L - ₹15.04 L

₹10.50 L - ₹19.20 L

Body Type

SUV

Sedan

Fuel Type

Diesel/Petrol

Petrol

Transmission

Automatic/Manual

Engine

Turbo with CRDe,mStallion (TGDi) engine

1.5L TSI EVO with ACT

Engine Displacement

1 cc

999 - 1498 cc

Torque

Power

115.05bhp@3750rpm,128.73bhp@5000rpm

113.98 - 147.51 bhp

Mileage

20.6 kmpl,18.2 kmpl

18.12 - 20.8 kmpl

Safety Rating

Seating Capacity

5 Seats

Length

Width

Ground Clearance

201 mm

179 mm

Boot Space

521 Litres

Fuel Tank Capacity

42 Litres

45 Litres

L Price

779000

1049900

H Price

1504000

1919900

Safety

▾

Feature

Mahindra XUV 3XO

Volkswagen Virtus

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

No. of Airbags

Driver Airbag

Passenger Airbag

Side Airbag

Side Airbag-Rear

Day & Night Rear View Mirror

Xenon Headlamps

—

Curtain Airbag

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Seat Belt Warning

Door Ajar Warning

—

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Engine Immobilizer

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Rear Camera

With Guidedlines

Speed Alert

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock

Knee Airbags

—

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Heads-Up Display (HUD)

—

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

Driver and Passenger

—

360 View Camera

—

Global NCAP Safety Rating

5 Star

Bharat NCAP Safety Rating

5 Star

—

Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating

5 Star

—

Brake Assist

—

Traction Control

—

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

—

Driver's Window

Hill Assist

—

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

—

Global NCAP Child Safety Rating

—

5 Star

Exterior

▾

Feature

Mahindra XUV 3XO

Volkswagen Virtus

Adjustable Headlamps

Headlamp Washers

—

Rear Window Wiper

—

Rear Window Washer

—

Rear Window Defogger

Wheel Covers

Alloy Wheels

Rear Spoiler

Side Stepper

—

Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators

Integrated Antenna

Projector Headlamps

—

Halogen Headlamps

—

Cornering Foglamps

Roof Rails

—

Fog Lights

Front

Front & Rear

Convertible Top

—

Sunroof

Panoramic

Single Pane

Boot Opening

Electronic

—

Heated Outside Rear View Mirror

—

Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)

Powered & Folding

Tyre Size

215/55 R17

205/55 R16

Tyre Type

Tubeless, Radial

Tubeless,Radial

LED DRLs

LED Headlamps

LED Taillights

LED Fog Lamps

—

Additional Features

Electronic Trumpet Horn, LED DRL with Front turn Indicator, Diamond Cut Alloys

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

Rain Sensing Wiper

—

Chrome Garnish

—

Automatic Headlamps

—

Interior

▾

Feature

Mahindra XUV 3XO

Volkswagen Virtus

Tachometer

—

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

—

Leather wrap gear-shift selector

—

Glove Box

Cigarette Lighter

—

Folding Table in The Rear

—

Additional Features

65 W USB - C Fast Charging, Adjustable Headrest for 2nd Row Middle Passenger, Soft Touch Leatherette on Dashboard & Door Trims

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

Digital Cluster

Digital Cluster Size

10.25 Inch

—

Upholstery

Leatherette

Leather

Digital Odometer

—

Dual Tone Dashboard

—

ADAS Feature

▾

Feature

Mahindra XUV 3XO

Volkswagen Virtus

Forward Collision Warning

—

Automatic Emergency Braking

—

Traffic Sign Recognition

—

Lane Departure Warning

—

Lane Keep Assist

—

Adaptive Cruise Control

—

Adaptive High Beam Assist

—

Blind Spot Monitor

—

Autonomous Parking

—

Fuel & Performance

▾

Feature

Mahindra XUV 3XO

Volkswagen Virtus

Fuel Type

Petrol

Petrol Mileage ARAI

18.2 kmpl

19.62 kmpl

Petrol Fuel Tank Capacity

42 Litres

45 Litres

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Top Speed

—

190 kmph

Comfort & Convenience

▾

Feature

Mahindra XUV 3XO

Volkswagen Virtus

Power Steering

Air Conditioner

Heater

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Ventilated Seats

Electric Adjustable Seats

—

Automatic Climate Control

Accessory Power Outlet

Rear Reading Lamp

Adjustable Headrest

Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest

Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts

—

Rear AC Vents

Cruise Control

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear

Rear

Real-Time Vehicle Tracking

Foldable Rear Seat

KeyLess Entry

Engine Start/Stop Button

Cooled Glovebox

Paddle Shifters

USB Charger

Front & Rear

Central Console Armrest

With Storage

Hands-Free Tailgate

—

Rear Curtain

—

Glove Box light

—

Idle Start-Stop System

Rear Window Sunblind

—

Rear Windscreen Sunblind

—

Automatic Headlamps

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Additional Features

Smart Steering Modes, Auto Wiper

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

Power Windows

Front & Rear

Cup Holders

Front & Rear

Trunk Light

—

Vanity Mirror

—

Lumbar Support

—

Smart Access Card Entry

—

Lane Change Indicator

—

Dimensions & Capacity

▾

Feature

Mahindra XUV 3XO

Volkswagen Virtus

Length

3990 mm

4561 mm

Width

1821 mm

1752 mm

Height

1647 mm

1507 mm

Boot Space

364 Litres

521 Litres

Seating Capacity

Wheel Base

2600 mm

2651 mm

No. of Doors

Ground Clearance (Laden)

—

145 mm

Ground Clearance Unladen

—

179 mm

Front Tread

—

1511 mm

Rear Tread

—

1496 mm

Kerb Weight

—

1269 kg

Gross Weight

—

1685 kg

Engine & Transmission

▾

Feature

Mahindra XUV 3XO

Volkswagen Virtus

Engine Type

mStallion (TGDi) engine

1.5L TSI EVO with ACT

Displacement

1197 cc

1498 cc

Max Power

128.73bhp@5000rpm

147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm

Max Torque

230Nm@1500-3750rpm

250Nm@1600-3500rpm

No. of Cylinders

Valves Per Cylinder

Turbo Charger

Transmission Type

Automatic

Gearbox

6-Speed AT

7-Speed DSG

Drive Type

FWD

Advance Internet Feature

▾

Feature

Mahindra XUV 3XO

Volkswagen Virtus

Live Location

—

Remote Immobiliser

—

Unauthorised Vehicle entry

—

Engine Start Alarm

—

Remote Vehicle Status Check

—

PUC Expiry

—

Insurance Expiry

—

E-Manual

—

Inbuilt Assistant

—

Navigation with Live Traffic

—

Send POI to Vehicle From App

—

Live Weather

—

E-Call & I-Call

—

Over the Air (OTA) Updates

—

Google / Alexa Connectivity

—

Save Route/Place

—

SOS Button

—

RSA

—

Over Speeding Alert

—

Tow Away Alert

—

Valet Mode

—

Remote AC On/Off

—

Remote Door Lock/Unlock

—

Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop

—

Geo-fence Alert

—

Entertainment & Communication

▾

Feature

Mahindra XUV 3XO

Volkswagen Virtus

Radio

Integrated 2DIN Audio

Wireless Phone Charging

Bluetooth Connectivity

Touchscreen

Touchscreen Size

10.25 Inch

10.09 inch

Connectivity

Android Auto, Apple CarPlay

—

Android Auto

Apple CarPlay

No. of Speakers

Usb Ports

Tweeters

—

Additional Features

Twin HD 26.03 cm Infotainment, Harman Kardon Premium Audio with Amplifier & Sub-woofer, Wireless Android Auto And Apple CarPlay, Adrenox Connect

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

Speakers

Front & Rear

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

▾

Feature

Mahindra XUV 3XO

Volkswagen Virtus

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Steering Type

Electric

Turning Radius

5.3 m

5.05 m

Front Brake Type

Disc

Rear Brake Type

Disc

Drum

Alloy Wheel Size Front

17 Inch

—

Alloy Wheel Size Rear

17 Inch

—

Steering Column

—

Tilt & Telescopic

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Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Volkswagen Virtus Comparison overview

Comparison overview: The Mahindra XUV 3XO starts at ₹7.79 L and the Volkswagen Virtus at ₹10.50 L, a difference of ₹2.71 L ex-showroom. On-road in New Delhi that gap becomes roughly ₹3.01 L. Here is what the extra money actually buys.

Mileage and running cost: These two figures are not like for like. The Mahindra XUV 3XO number is for the Diesel/Petrol Automatic/Manual and the Volkswagen Virtus number is for the Petrol Automatic/Manual, so compare the variants you are actually shortlisting.

What one gives that the other does not: The Mahindra XUV 3XO adds Door Ajar Warning, Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts, 360 View Camera, Bharat NCAP Safety Rating and Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating. The Volkswagen Virtus adds Brake Assist, Traction Control, Anti-Pinch Power Windows, Hill Assist and Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock. The rest of both spec sheets is shared.

Which one should you buy?

Buy the Mahindra XUV 3XO if you drive mostly in the city, you want the lower running cost, and you would rather keep the ₹2.71 L for your down payment than spend it on features.

Buy the Volkswagen Virtus if you do regular highway runs, you carry luggage or a pram often, and you want Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) without waiting for the next facelift.

The one thing that settles it: Mahindra XUV 3XO offers Door Ajar Warning.

Before you sign anything:

Ex-showroom price is not what you pay. Add registration, road tax, insurance and handling, and expect the final figure to land ten to twelve percent higher. Road tax changes state to state, so a car that costs the same in two cities does not cost the same to own.

Ask the dealer four things before you book. What is the current waiting period for the variant you want. What is the on-road figure.

Then drive both cars back to back on the same day, on a road you actually use. Take your family. Put your usual luggage in the boot. Most people decide in the first ten minutes, and it is rarely for the reason they expected.

Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Volkswagen Virtus FAQs

Which is cheaper to maintain?+

Mahindra XUV 3XO is likely cheaper to maintain because it starts at the lower price. Confirm the service package, parts pricing and labour cost with the dealer before booking.

What is the price difference between Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Volkswagen Virtus?+

The ex-showroom price difference between Mahindra XUV 3XO and Volkswagen Virtus is ₹2.71 L. On-road in New Delhi, that gap becomes roughly ₹3.01 L.

Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Volkswagen Virtus, which has better mileage?+

These figures are not like for like. The Mahindra XUV 3XO number is for the Diesel/Petrol Automatic/Manual and the Volkswagen Virtus number is for the Petrol Automatic/Manual, so compare the variants you are actually shortlisting.

Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Volkswagen Virtus, which car has the better safety rating?+

Safety rating data is not complete for both cars. Compare crash-test ratings and standard safety kit before booking.

Which car holds its value best, Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Volkswagen Virtus?+

Resale value depends on demand in your city, service history, variant, fuel type and mileage. The car with lower running cost and stronger local demand usually holds value better.

Which is better for highway driving?+

For highway driving, compare torque, high-speed stability, safety rating and seat comfort in the exact variants you are shortlisting.