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Mahindra Scorpio Classic vs Volkswagen Virtus in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 14, 2026

At a glance

	Mahindra Scorpio Classic	Volkswagen Virtus
Ex-showroom price	Rs 56 lakh – Rs 80.5 lakh	Rs 54.9 lakh – Rs 89 lakh
Fuel	diesel	petrol
Variants on sale	7	13
Distributor	Agni Incorporated Pvt. Ltd.	Pooja International Nepal Pvt. Ltd.

Variant-wise prices (July 14, 2026)

Mahindra Scorpio Classic

Scorpio Classic S	रु 56,00,000
Scorpio Classic S11	रु 66,00,000
S MT 2WD 7/9STR	रु 66,00,000
S (Nepal)	रु 62,00,000
S11 MT 2WD	रु 80,50,000
S11 (Nepal 2WD/4WD)	रु 66,00,000
S11 2WD	रु 80,50,000

Volkswagen Virtus

Comfortline 1.0 TSI MT	रु 54,90,000
Comfortline Plus 1.0 TSI MT	रु 55,90,000
Highline 1.0 TSI MT	रु 65,90,000
Highline 1.0 TSI AT	रु 71,50,000
Topline 1.0 TSI MT	रु 72,50,000
Topline Plus 1.0 TSI AT	रु 74,50,000
Topline 1.0 TSI AT	रु 79,00,000
GT Plus 1.5 TSI MT	रु 84,00,000

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Specifications — Scorpio Classic S MT 2WD 7/9STR vs Virtus Comfortline TSI MT

Category	Mahindra Scorpio Classic	Volkswagen Virtus
Battery & Range	Diesel ICE SUV, no traction battery or EV range	Not an EV; petrol sedan only
Motor Power & Drivetrain	2.2L mHawk diesel, 130 bhp, 300 Nm, 6MT Rear-wheel drive, ladder-frame chassis	999 cc 1.0 TSI petrol, approx 114 bhp, 178 Nm, FWD, 6MT Turbocharged three‑cylinder TSI with direct injection
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance	Wheelbase: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026) Ground clearance: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)	Wheelbase 2651 mm for all Nepal Virtus variants Ground clearance not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Dimensions	Overall dimensions: Not disclosed officially for Nepal spec (As of: 13/07/2026)	Length 4561 mm; width 1752 mm; height 1507 mm Same external dimensions across all Nepal Virtus trims
Cargo	Boot volume not officially specified for Nepal (As of: 13/07/2026) Foldable third row to expand cargo area	Boot / cargo volume not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Comfort & Interior	Available in 7- or 9-seater layout Fabric upholstery, basic cabin trim in S variant Manual air-conditioning with rear vents Tilt-adjust steering, front armrest in higher trims only	5‑seat premium sedan cabin layout Adjustable front seats; fabric upholstery on lower trims
Infotainment & Convenience	Basic 2-DIN audio, no large touchscreen in S Steering-mounted audio controls not highlighted in S Power windows and central locking offered Reverse parking sensors available in Scorpio Classic range	Touchscreen infotainment with Bluetooth & USB Manual AC; basic convenience pack on Comfortline
Safety	Dual front airbags standard on Classic range ABS with EBD standard, rear parking sensors No official ESC or traction control claim for S NCAP rating for Classic not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)	5‑star Global NCAP safety rating highlighted for Virtus Dual airbags, ABS, ESC standard on Virtus range
Design & Exterior	Classic boxy SUV with new grille and bumper Projector headlamps and LED eyebrow DRLs Body side cladding and roof rails present Steel wheels on S; alloys reserved for S11	Premium sedan styling with VW family grille Available colours include Wild Cherry Red, Candy White, Reflex Silver, Carbon Steel Grey
Sales & Imports	Officially listed by Agni at Rs 6,600,000 ex-showroom On-road price around Rs 6,600,000+; exact fees not disclosed (As of: 13/07/2026) Imported as CBU/CKD not clearly specified (As of: 13/07/2026) Positioned as entry Classic variant for fleet and rural buyers	Official Nepal price Rs 54.90 lakh for Comfortline TSI MT Imported and distributed by Pooja International Nepal
Value for Money Verdict	Strong value for a rugged, body-on-frame diesel SUV Appeals to taxi, institution and rural utility segments Lower equipment level but lower acquisition cost	Entry variant focuses on VW build quality at lower price Competitive against other mid‑size sedans in Nepal
Pros	Torquey diesel suitable for hills and loads Proven reliability and spares support in Nepal 7/9-seat flexibility for family or commercial use High resale value in used SUV market	Strong safety reputation with 5‑star rating Efficient 1.0 TSI engine for daily use
Cons	Safety and crash rating information not transparent (As of: 13/07/2026) Interior feels dated versus newer rivals Base S misses several comfort and tech features Ride and handling more utilitarian than refined	Lower equipment level than higher Virtus trims Ground clearance figure not clearly communicated for Nepal

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Mahindra Scorpio Classic or Volkswagen Virtus?

As of July 2026, the Volkswagen Virtus starts at Rs 54.9 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 1.1 lakh less than the Mahindra Scorpio Classic at Rs 56 lakh.

What is the price of the Mahindra Scorpio Classic and Volkswagen Virtus in Nepal?

The Mahindra Scorpio Classic costs Rs 56 lakh to Rs 80.5 lakh and the Volkswagen Virtus costs Rs 54.9 lakh to Rs 89 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Mahindra Scorpio Classic or the Volkswagen Virtus?

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