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Volkswagen Virtus

₹11.56L - 19.40L

Ex-showroom, indicative

Volkswagen Virtus — Sedan exteriorSedan exterior1/5

Ex-showroom

₹11.56L - 19.40L

Mileage

18.7 kmpl

Power

150 bhp

Seating

5 seats

Overview

Volkswagen Virtus review

The enthusiast's midsize sedan. The 1.5 TSI with the 7-speed DSG delivers hot-hatch pace with sedan comfort, and the crash structure earned a full 5-star Global NCAP score.

AutoChase expert rating

8.2/10

Performance9.3
Comfort & space8.1
Features7.9
Safety9
Running cost6.5
Value for money8.4

Should you buy it

Pros and cons

What we like

  • 1.5 TSI DSG
  • 5-star adult safety
  • 521 L boot
  • German road manners
  • Independently crash-tested at 5 stars

What could be better

  • Dual-clutch gearbox needs city-traffic-friendly driving habits
  • Waiting period on popular Virtus variants can stretch past a month

Verdict

Buy the Volkswagen Virtus if you value refinement, efficiency and low running cost over sheer road presence. At ₹11.56 lakh onwards it sits at the value end of the sedan class, and the Highline 1.0 TSI AT is the variant we would sign for.

Specifications

Key specs & dimensions

Engine
1.5L TSI EVO
Power
150 bhp
Fuel
Petrol
Transmission
Manual / AT / DSG
Mileage / range
18.7 kmpl
Seating
5 seats
Body type
Sedan
Safety
5-star Global NCAP

Dimensions & capacity

Length
4490 mm
Width
1750 mm
Height
1500 mm
Wheelbase
2600 mm
Ground clearance
165 mm (unladen)
Boot space
385 litres
Kerb weight
1050 kg approx
Fuel tank
45 litres

Dimensions are indicative and can vary by variant and wheel size.

Efficiency

Volkswagen Virtus mileage — claimed vs real world

PowertrainClaimedAutoChase real world
Petrol18.7 kmpl14.6 kmpl

Line-up

Variants & prices

Comfortline 1.0 TSI MT

Entry

11.56L

Highline 1.0 TSI AT

Balanced pick

15.50L

GT Plus 1.5 TSI DSG

Performance flagship

19.40L

Select a variant

Mid trim

Highline 1.0 TSI AT

Balanced pick

Ex-showroom
₹15.50L
RTO + insurance + others
₹2.28L
On-road, Delhi NCR
₹17.78L
EMI (20% down, 5 yrs @ 9.2%)
₹29,669/mo

Added at this variant

  • Reverse camera with guidelines
  • Tyre pressure monitoring
  • Automatic climate control
  • Rear AC vents
  • Keyless entry + push-button start
  • Cruise control
  • Electric sunroof

Everything included on Highline 1.0 TSI AT

Safety

6 airbags • ABS + EBD, ESC & hill-hold • ISOFIX child-seat mounts • Rear parking sensors • Reverse camera with guidelines • Tyre pressure monitoring

Comfort & convenience

Manual AC (base variant only) • Automatic climate control • Rear AC vents • Keyless entry + push-button start • Cruise control • Electric sunroof

Infotainment

Digital instrument cluster • 7-inch touchscreen • Wireless Android Auto / Apple CarPlay • Connected-car app

Exterior

Halogen projector headlamps • LED headlamps with LED DRLs • Steel wheels with covers • 16-inch alloy wheels

Variant-wise equipment is indicative and can change with model-year updates — confirm the final list with your dealer.

Equipment

Features list

Safety

  • 6 airbags standard
  • ABS with EBD and brake assist
  • Electronic stability control and hill-hold
  • ISOFIX child-seat mounts
  • Rear parking sensors with reverse camera
  • Tyre pressure monitoring
  • Rear defogger

Comfort & convenience

  • Automatic climate control
  • Push-button start with keyless entry
  • Cruise control
  • Rear AC vents
  • Height-adjustable driver seat
  • 60:40 split rear seat
  • Auto headlamps and rain-sensing wipers

Infotainment & connectivity

  • 8-inch touchscreen
  • Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
  • Connected-car app with remote lock and geofencing
  • Voice commands in English and Hindi
  • 4-speaker + 2-tweeter setup
  • Digital instrument cluster
  • Type-C fast charging ports

Exterior & wheels

  • LED projector headlamps with LED DRLs
  • LED tail lamps with light bar
  • 16-inch alloy wheels
  • Body-coloured door handles
  • Single-pane electric sunroof (mid trims up)
  • Shark-fin antenna

Feature availability varies by variant — confirm with your dealer before booking.

Paint options

Volkswagen Virtus colours

Pearl WhiteGalaxy GreyMidnight BlackSteel SilverSunset Copper

Calculators

On-road price & EMI

Estimate what the Volkswagen Virtus really costs in your city, then plan the monthly EMI.

On-road price calculator

Indicative build-up for your city. Dealers may vary by a few thousand rupees.

Ex-showroom price
₹11.56L
Road tax & registration (Delhi)
₹1.16L
Insurance (1st year, comprehensive)
₹0.45L
FASTag, handling & extras
₹0.14L
On-road, Delhi NCR₹13.31L

EMI calculator

Based on the on-road price of the Comfortline 1.0 TSI MT in Delhi NCR.

Monthly EMI

₹22,208

Loan amount

₹10.65L

Total interest

₹2,67,632

Ownership

5-year service cost estimate

1st service (10,000 km)

Engine oil, filter, inspection

₹4,200

2nd service (20,000 km)

Oil, air filter, brake check

₹6,500

3rd service (30,000 km)

Oil, cabin filter, coolant top-up

₹9,800

4th service (40,000 km)

Brake pads, spark plugs, fluids

₹14,500

5th service (50,000 km)

Oil, filters, suspension check

₹11,200

Indicative labour + parts at authorised workshops; excludes consumables like tyres.

Questions

Volkswagen Virtus FAQs

What is the price of the Volkswagen Virtus?+

The Volkswagen Virtus is priced from ₹11.56 lakh to ₹19.40 lakh ex-showroom. On-road price varies by city — use the calculator on this page for your RTO and insurance estimate.

Which Volkswagen Virtus variant offers the best value?+

Highline 1.0 TSI AT at ₹15.50 lakh is our pick — it carries the features most buyers actually use without the top-trim premium.

What is the real-world mileage of the Volkswagen Virtus?+

Claimed figure is 18.7 kmpl. In mixed Indian driving expect roughly 75-85% of that, depending on traffic, air-con use and load.

How safe is the Volkswagen Virtus?+

Safety credentials: 5-star Global NCAP. All variants get six airbags, ESC and ISOFIX mounts as standard.

How many people can the Volkswagen Virtus seat?+

It is a 5-seat sedan.

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