Mahindra JIVO 225 DI 4WD vs VST VT-180D HS/JAI 4WD — Which is Better? 2026

Side-by-side comparison of the Mahindra JIVO 225 DI 4WD (₹ 4.63 Lakh – ₹ 4.78 Lakh) and VST VT-180D HS/JAI 4WD (Price on request): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.

Mahindra JIVO 225 DI 4WD VST VT-180D HS/JAI 4WD
Aglist Score6.8—
Price (ex-showroom)₹4,63,000—
Engine HP2018.5
Engine capacity1,366—
Cylinders23
GearboxSliding mesh, 8 Forward + 4 Reverse, single friction clutch plate6 Forward + 2 Reverse
Transmission typeSliding mesh, 8 Forward + 4 Reverse, single friction clutch plateSliding mesh
BrakesOil immersed disc brakesInternal expanding shoe type with parking brake
SteeringPower steering, single drop arm—
Lifting capacity750 kg—
Fuel tank22 litres18 litres
Wheelbase—1,420 mm
Drive4WD4WD
Warranty5 years—
Front tyre—5-12
Rear tyre—8-18

Aglist Score — broken down

Mahindra JIVO 225 DI 4WDVST VT-180D HS/JAI 4WD
Value for money4.4—
Power & performance7.8—
Hydraulics & implements7.5—
Build & durability5.94.6
Comfort & usability8.13.8
Warranty & service reach96

Our verdict

Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk

Mahindra JIVO 225 DI 4WD: Sloping or damp orchard and vineyard rows, coconut and areca gardens, and hill terraces where a 2WD mini loses grip.

VST VT-180D HS/JAI 4WD: Indian buyers comparing an HS/JAI rotary package with a walk-behind tiller.

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