Complete owner’s guide for the Volkswagen Virtus with photo, model introduction, full specifications, 5-year India sales report, variant links, 100 reported issues and 1 replacement parts rendered directly in the HTML body for search engines.
One of India's most popular sedans — driven by reliability, value and proven service.
The Volkswagen Virtus is a sedan sold in India in the ₹12.1–21.92 lakh price range. Available in Petrol, it competes in the sedan segment with feature-rich variants, modern safety equipment, and a strong service network across India.
Ex-showroom price: ₹12.1–₹21.92 lakh | Segment: Sedan | Fuel: Petrol | Mileage: 18–22 km/l | Seating: 5 persons.
| Engine | 4-cyl Petrol |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.2–1.5 L |
| Power | 90–115 PS |
| Torque | 110–145 Nm |
| Transmission | 5MT / 6AT / CVT |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 18–22 km/l |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 10.5 s |
| Seating | 5 persons |
| Boot Space | 510 L |
| Fuel Tank | 45 L |
| Ground Clearance | 163 mm |
| Length × Width × Height | 4490 mm × 1790 mm × 1485 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2670 mm |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 |
| Airbags | 6 |
| Safety Rating | Not Yet Tested |
| Warranty | 3 yrs / unlimited km |
| Infotainment | 10.25-in touchscreen, wireless CarPlay/AA |
11 variants are listed with fuel type, transmission, airbags, trim level and direct variant-page links.
Units sold in India across the latest 5-year report period. Total 5-year volume is 75,000, with peak sales of 28,400 units in 2023 and 2024 sales of 21,800 units (-23% YoY).
| Year | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Units Sold | 0 | 0 | 24,800 | 28,400 | 21,800 |
These sales figures are sourced from curated SIAM, FADA and industry-report aligned data where available.
Many users feel a slight delay when pressing the accelerator, especially in city traffic. The car takes a moment before power kicks in.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹5,000 | Affected Years: 2022-2025 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Delay after pressing accelerator, Sudden power surge, Slow response at low speed.
In heavy traffic, some automatic variants show gearbox overheating warning on the display.
Severity: high | Repair Cost: ₹10,000–₹80,000 | Affected Years: 2022-2025 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Gearbox warning light, Jerky gear shifts, Loss of power.
Owners report a knocking or thudding sound from suspension when driving over potholes or speed breakers.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹2,000–₹20,000 | Affected Years: 2022-2025 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Clunk sound, Vibration on rough roads.
Some users hear a squeaking sound while applying brakes at low speeds.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹500–₹5,000 | Affected Years: 2022-2025 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Squeal noise, Noise during light braking.
Drivers feel vibration in steering wheel while driving above 80-100 km/h.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,000–₹10,000 | Affected Years: 2022-2025 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Steering shake, Uneven handling.
Touchscreen sometimes becomes slow or unresponsive while using navigation or music.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹15,000 | Affected Years: 2022-2025 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Screen freeze, Slow touch response.
In peak summer, AC cooling feels less effective, especially in city traffic.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,000–₹15,000 | Affected Years: 2022-2025 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Slow cooling, Warm airflow.
Some owners notice rattling sound from door panels on rough roads.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹500–₹5,000 | Affected Years: 2022-2025 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Rattling sound, Loose panel feel.
Users report lower fuel efficiency in heavy city traffic compared to claimed figures.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹5,000 | Affected Years: 2022-2025 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Frequent refueling, Low mileage readings.
Manual variant users feel the clutch is slightly hard compared to competitors.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹1,000–₹15,000 | Affected Years: 2022-2025 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Heavy clutch, Leg fatigue.
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