Volkswagen Virtus

Volkswagen Virtus is a mid-size sedan offering that is conceived specifically for developing markets like India. Based on the MQB A0 IN platform, the car was first introduced in March 2022 and launched in India on the 9th of June 2022. The four-wheeler was brought into the country as a replacement for the Vento.

Volkswagen Virtus: Exterior

Keeping in theme with the previous model line-up, the Volkswagen Virtus exterior design is sporty and elegant to the eye. The overall car’s aesthetics is inspired by the Japanese Katana blade in motion as it features a sharp shoulder line along with a muscular hood and bumper.

The Virtus car has a strong and noticeable front design. It features a thick chrome bar that connects the new LED headlamps and a sleek grille, giving it a stylish appearance. Lower down there is the new muscular bumper with new LED fog lamp housings and a large air dam.

On the sides, it provides 16-inch diamond cut alloy wheels alongside chiseled wheel arches and a strong shoulder line. Towards the rear, it gets a shark fin antenna, boot lip spoiler, Z-shaped 3D wrap around LED tail lamp units and bits of chrome touches.  

Volkswagen Virtus: Interior and Features

Interior: The New Volkswagen Virtus interior offers a dual tone black and beige colour theme with leather upholstery, that exudes a sense of premiumness. The car comes equipped with a new dashboard design that provides a sophisticated soft pad and gloss black wood garnish.

Features: 2023 New Virtus gets features such as a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, an 8-inch digital instrument cluster, 8 speakers, wireless mobile charging, ventilated front seats, an electric sunroof among others. 

Safety: In terms of safety, the Virtus gets 6 airbags, multi-collision brakes, hill start assist, tyre pressure deflation warning, rear defogger, electronic stability control, electronic brakeforce distribution, Anti-Lock Braking System, and more as basic equipment.

Volkswagen Virtus: Price and Variants

Volkswagen Virtus price in India starts from Rs 11.56 lakh and extends up to Rs 19.15 lakh (ex-showroom). The model is available in 8 variants namely Comfortline, Highline, and Topline with a choice of both manual and automatic transmissions.

Volkswagen Virtus: Engine and Specification

Volkswagen Virtus is powered by a choice of two petrol powertrain options. First is a 1.0-litre petrol unit delivering 114 bhp of power with 178 Nm torque. The engine comes mated to a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic transmission. 

Whereas the second option happens to be a 1.5-litre petrol mill that is capable of churning out 148 bhp and 250 Nm of torque. The power plant is paired only to a 7-speed DSG gearbox.

The New Volkswagen Virtus measures 4,561 mm in length, 1,752 mm in width, and 1,507 mm in height having a wheelbase of 2,651 mm. The car gets a large 45-litre fuel tank and 16-inch alloy wheels.

Volkswagen Virtus: Mileage

The Virtus offers an ARAI Certified mileage in the range of 18.12 kmpl to 19.4 kmpl combined. While the automatic petrol variant offers a range of 18.67 kmpl, the manual petrol trim delivers a fuel efficiency figure of 19.4 kmpl. 

Volkswagen Virtus: Colour Options

There are 6 distinct exterior colour options available on the Volkswagen Virtus. These include Carbon Steel Grey, Wild Cherry Red, Curcuma Yellow, Candy White, Reflex Silver, and Rising Blue.

Volkswagen Virtus: Rivals

Volkswagen Virtus rivals the likes of Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, Honda City, Hyundai Verna and Skoda Slavia in its segment.