Sonalika GT 20 (Gardentrac DI) vs VST MT 171 DI — Which is Better? 2026

Side-by-side comparison of the Sonalika GT 20 (Gardentrac DI) (₹ 3.21 Lakh – ₹ 3.55 Lakh) and VST MT 171 DI (Price on request): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.

Sonalika GT 20 (Gardentrac DI) VST MT 171 DI
Aglist Score5.66.1
Price (ex-showroom)₹3,21,000—
Engine HP2017
PTO HP—13.4
Engine capacity952857
Cylinders31
GearboxSliding mesh with centre shift, 6 Forward + 2 Reverse, single clutch6 Forward + 2 Reverse
Transmission typeSliding mesh with centre shift, 6 Forward + 2 Reverse, single clutchSliding mesh, centre shift
BrakesOil immersed brakesOil-immersed disc brakes
SteeringMechanical steeringManual; power steering optional
Lifting capacity650 kg750 kg
Fuel tank31.5 litres18 litres
Weight790 kg798 kg
Wheelbase—1,456 mm
Drive2WD2WD
Warranty2 years / 2000 hours—

Aglist Score — broken down

Sonalika GT 20 (Gardentrac DI)VST MT 171 DI
Value for money8.6—
Power & performance0.91.7
Hydraulics & implements5.610
Build & durability8.47.9
Comfort & usability3.56.1
Warranty & service reach5.96

Our verdict

Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk

On our score the VST MT 171 DI (6.1/10) edges out the Sonalika GT 20 (Gardentrac DI) (5.6/10).

Sonalika GT 20 (Gardentrac DI): Nursery, garden and orchard plots where spraying and light tillage matter more than pulling a plough.

VST MT 171 DI: Indian growers checking a narrow 2WD tractor for compatible inter-row attachments.

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