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₹ 11.56 Lakh - ₹ 19.40 Lakh
Engine
1.5L TSI turbo-petrol
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual / Automatic
Mileage
20.8 kmpl
Seating
5 seater
Safety Rating
5 star
Power
148 bhp
Torque
250 Nm
Boot Space
510 litres
Ground Clearance
165 mm
The Volkswagen Virtus is a sedan built for buyers who want an easy-to-live-with everyday car without stepping outside the Rs 11.56-19.4 lakh window. Power comes from a 1.5L TSI turbo-petrol rated at 148 bhp and 250 Nm, paired with manual or automatic transmission choices.
Its strongest suits are a claimed efficiency figure of 20.8 kmpl and a broad variant spread, along with a 5-star crash rating and a cabin that covers the essentials most Indian buyers shortlist. The trade-offs are typical for the class: entry trims are sparsely equipped, and the best-value combination usually sits one or two steps above the base variant.
In market terms, it positions itself as a mid-market all-rounder balancing features against monthly cost. Recent updates have focused on feature additions and safety equipment across the range.
Estimated on-road price for the base variant
5 variants listed
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Mileage | Ex-showroom | On-road | EMI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Petrol MT | 1.5L TSI turbo-petrol | Petrol | Manual | 20.8 kmpl | ₹ 11.56 Lakh | ₹ 13,19,460 | ₹ 19,423/mo | View |
| Mid Petrol MT | 1.5L TSI turbo-petrol | Petrol | Manual | 20.8 kmpl | ₹ 13.52 Lakh | ₹ 15,41,920 | ₹ 22,716/mo | View |
| Mid Plus Petrol MTRecommended | 1.5L TSI turbo-petrol | Petrol | Manual | 20.8 kmpl | ₹ 15.48 Lakh | ₹ 17,64,380 | ₹ 26,009/mo | View |
| Top Petrol AT | 1.5L TSI turbo-petrol | Petrol | Automatic | 20.8 kmpl | ₹ 17.44 Lakh | ₹ 19,86,840 | ₹ 29,302/mo | View |
| Top AT Petrol AT | 1.5L TSI turbo-petrol | Petrol | Automatic | 20.8 kmpl | ₹ 19.40 Lakh | ₹ 22,09,300 | ₹ 32,595/mo | View |
6 colour options
Colour swatches are indicative. Licensed colour-specific photography is shown where available.
Items marked "Not tested / not verified" have no confirmed public data at the time of publishing.
Our rating: 4.4 / 5
Proportions are typical for a sedan, with clean surfacing and lighting signatures that read well in traffic. Higher variants get larger wheels that fill the arches better.
The cabin prioritises usability over drama. Front-seat space is generous and the rear bench is comfortable for two adults.
Suspension tuning leans towards absorbing broken city surfaces. Seat cushioning is supportive over longer drives, and the climate control copes well in peak summer.
The 1.5L TSI turbo-petrol delivers 148 bhp, which is adequate in the city and confident on the highway when driven with reasonable planning.
Body control is predictable. Steering is light at parking speeds and firms up moderately as pace builds; this is a comfort-first setup rather than a sporting one.
Against a claimed 20.8 kmpl, expect roughly 17.1 kmpl in mixed use.
Mid and top variants cover the equipment most buyers care about: a large touchscreen, wireless smartphone mirroring, connected-car functions and automatic climate control.
A 5-star rating, six airbags and stability control form a solid baseline.
The sweet spot sits in the middle of the range, where feature count per rupee peaks.
A sensible shortlist entry if you want predictable ownership costs in the Rs 11.56-19.4 lakh bracket. Drive it back-to-back with its closest rivals before deciding.
109 ratings · sample content shown below
Used it mostly for city commuting. Ride quality over broken roads is the highlight and the service experience has been straightforward so far.
Owned 8 months · reported 20.8 kmpl
+ Ride comfort, Feature list
− Boot could be larger
34 people found this helpful
Compared three cars before buying this one. It won on space and equipment for the money, though the base variant was too basic for my needs.
Owned 1 year · reported 20.8 kmpl
+ Value, Space
− Base variant equipment
21 people found this helpful
Overall satisfied, but cabin noise at highway speeds is noticeable and the touchscreen occasionally lags after a cold start.
Owned 5 months · reported 20.8 kmpl
+ Engine refinement
− Road noise, Software lag
12 people found this helpful
The Volkswagen Virtus is priced from around Rs 11.56 lakh to Rs 19.4 lakh ex-showroom. On-road pricing changes with your city because of RTO charges and insurance.
The claimed figure is 20.8 kmpl. Owners typically report about 17.1 kmpl in mixed driving.
The line-up is offered in multiple trims spanning Petrol powertrains with Manual and Automatic gearbox options.
It carries a 5-star crash-test rating and offers six airbags, ABS with EBD and electronic stability control.
It is a 5-seater.
1.5L TSI turbo-petrol producing 148 bhp and 250 Nm.
Yes, an automatic option is offered on selected variants.
Routine maintenance is scheduled roughly every 10,000 km or one year. Budget for consumables such as engine oil, filters and brake pads.
A standard manufacturer warranty applies, with extended warranty packages available at purchase.
Waiting periods vary by variant, colour and city. Confirm the current timeline with an authorised dealership.
Shoppers usually cross-shop it against other sedan models in the Rs 11.56-19.4 lakh bracket.
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Ex-showroom price
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Ex-showroom price
9 Jun 2022
Introduced on 2022-06-09 with prices from Rs 11.56 lakh ex-showroom.
12 Mar 2026
Ex-showroom prices were revised upwards marginally across variants to offset input costs.
20 May 2026
Additional safety and convenience equipment was extended to lower variants.
Prices and specifications are indicative and may change. Verify details with an authorized dealership.
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