The much-awaited new Volkswagen Virtus mid-size sedan will finally go on sale in the Indian market on June 9, 2022. new model production Has already started at its manufacturing facility in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. Interested buyers can pre-book the new model online or at an authorized VW dealership.
It is based on VW Group’s MQB AO IN platform that underpins the new Taigun mid-size sedan. When launched, it will take on the likes of Honda City, Hyundai Verna, Maruti Suzuki Ciaz and Skoda Slavia. Its price is expected to be between Rs 10.5 lakh and Rs 18 lakh.
The new Volkswagen Vertus sedan will come as a replacement for the Vento sedan which was recently discontinued. In terms of proportions, the new Vertus is 4,561 mm longer, 1,752 mm wider and 1,507 mm longer and has a wheelbase of 2,651 mm. The new model will also offer a boot space of 521 liters.
The new Vertus will come with two engine options – a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder TSI and a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder TSI. The GT Line variant will only come with the 1.5L turbo petrol engine. The 1.0-litre engine is capable of producing 115bhp and 178Nm. Transmission options will include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque converter automatic. The 4-cylinder unit is good for 150bhp and 250Nm, and will be offered with 6MT and 7-speed DSG automatic gearboxes.
The new Vertus sports the signature VW styling with clean lines and an elegant design. It gets a single slat grille with chrome surround, LED projector headlamps with L-shaped LED DRLs, dual-tone alloy wheels, chromed door handles and wrap-around LED tail-lights. The new Volkswagen Vertus will come in 6 color options – Wild Cherry Red, Candy White, Carbon Steel Grey, Curcuma Yellow, Reflex Silver and Rising Blue Metallic.
In terms of features, the new Vertus gets a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless connectivity, a digital instrument console, wireless phone charging, ventilated front seats, automatic AC, connected car features, an electric sunroof, cruise control, keyless entry . Etcetera. For safety and security, the sedan will get six airbags, TPMS, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), multi-collision brakes, a rear parking camera, etc.