Volkswagen Virtus Variants Explained

Volkswagen Virtus has been launched in India today, with prices ranging from Rs 11.72 lakh to Rs 18.92 lakh (ex-showroom), positioning it against the Skoda Slavia, Hyundai Verna, Honda City, and Maruti Suzuki Ciaz. The all-new mid-size sedan is available in two broad trims: Dynamic Line and Performance Line. While the Dynamic Line trim consists of three sub-variants: Comfortline, Highline, and Topline, the Performance Line comes only in a GT Plus trim. Here we will take on all the variants of the Volkswagen Virtus and see how different they are from each other. It’ll probably help a prospective buyer in making a decision. So, let’s get started.

Volkswagen Virtus Engine Specifications

Engine	1.0-litre turbo-petrol	1.5-litre turbo-petrol with ACT
No of Cylinders	3	4
Max Power	115PS	150PS
Peak Torque	178Nm	250Nm
Transmission Options	6-speed manual and torque converter automatic	7-speed dual-clutch automatic
Claimed Mileage (Fuel Efficiency)	19.40kmpl (manual), 18.12kmpl (automatic)	18.67kmpl
Variant Availability	Comfortline (only manual), Highline, and Topline	GT Plus

Volkswagen Virtus Dimensions

Length	4561mm
Width	1750mm
Height	1507mm
Wheelbase	2651mm
Ground Clearance (unladen)	179mm
Boot space	521-liters (expandable up to 1050-litres]
Turning Radius	5.05m
Wheel Size	205/55 R16
Fuel Tank Capacity	45-litres

Volkswagen Virtus – Color Options

Volkswagen offers the Virtus in six color options: Reflex Silver, Candy White, Wild Cherry Red, Curcuma Yellow, Rising Blue Metallic, and Carbon Steel Gery.

Volkswagen Virtus – Variants-Wise Price and Features

1. Volkswagen Virtus Comfortline

Powertrain	Ex-showroom Price
1.0-litre TSI with manual	Rs 11,21,900

Key Features: –

• Exterior:- LED Headlamps with LED DRLs, LED taillamps, chrome strip on upper grille, 16-inch steel wheels, body colored ORVMs with turn-indicators.
• Interior: – Premium dual tone interiors, fabric upholstery.
• Comfort & Convenience: – Engine idle start/stop function, height adjustable driver’s seat, 100% foldable rear bench seat, manual AC.
• Infotainment/Entertainment: – 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple Carplay and Android Auto, 8 speakers.
• Safety: – Front dual airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, high speed alert system, seatbelt reminder, Electronic stability control (ESC), rear defogger, and multi collision braking.

2. Volkswagen Virtus Highline

Powertrain	Ex-showroom Price	Premium over Comfortline
1.0-litre TSI with manual	Rs 12,97,900	+Rs 1,76,000
1.0-litre TSI with automatic	Rs 14,27,900	–

Key Features (over Comfortline trim): –

• Exterior:- Signature chrome wing (front & rear), 16-inch alloy wheels, front fog lamps, chrome garnish on door handles.
• Interior: – Sanguine pearl interior decor inserts, beige seat upholstery.
• Comfort & Convenience: – 60:40 foldable rear seats, cruise control, wireless smartphone charger, bush button start/stop, auto climate control, and paddle shifters (AT only).
• Infotainment/Entertainment: – 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, 8 speakers.
• Safety: – Reverse camera.

3. Volkswagen Virtus Topline

Powertrain	Ex-showroom Price	Premium over Highline
1.0-litre TSI with manual	Rs 14,41,900	+Rs 1,44,000
1.0-litre TSI with automatic	Rs 15,71,900	+Rs 1,44,000

Key Features (over Highline trim): –

• Exterior:- Full LED automatic headlamps with DRLs, chrome finishing on grille, chrome garnish on window bottom line, Razor dual-tone 16-inch alloy wheels, a single-pane electric sunroof.
• Interior: – Leatherette seat upholstery, 8-inch TFT driver’s display,
• Comfort & Convenience: – Ventilated front seats, auto coming/leaving home light function, auto-diming IRVM, rain sensing wipers, auto headlamps, connected car technology, heigh-adjustable co-driver’s seat.
• Safety: – Side & curtain airbags (total 6 airbags, including dual front units).

4. Volkswagen Virtus GT Plus

Powertrain	Ex-showroom Price	Premium over Topline AT
1.5-litre TSI with DSG automatic	Rs 17,91,900	+Rs 2,20,000

Key Features (over Topline trim): –

• Exterior:- GT badging at front, rear and fenders, red brake callipers in front, blacked-out alloys, dual-tone exterior with Carboon Steel Grey roof, glossy black rear spoiler.

• Interior: – Red ambient lighting, sporty aluminum pedals, two specific decors: Rave Glossy or Dark Red Glossy.

• Comfort & Convenience: – Paddle shifters.