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Volkswagen has increased its sedan lineup in India by introducing the Virtus GT DSG, which is priced at Rs 16.19 lakh ex-showroom. Wild Cherry Red, Curcuma Yellow, Carbon Steel Grey, Rising Blue, Candy White, Lava Blue, and Reflex Silver are among the seven colors offered for the Virtus GT DSG.
Volkswagen Virtus variant details and pricing
| Virtus Line Structure | Price (Rs) |
| Performance Line | |
| GT Plus DSG | 18,56,900/- |
| GT Plus MT | 16,89,900/- |
| GT DSG [New] | 16,19,900/- |
| Dynamic Line | |
| Topline AT | 16,19,900/- |
| Topline MT | 14,89,900/- |
| Highline AT | 14,67,900/- |
| Highline MT | 13,37,900/- |
| Comfortline MT | 11,47,900/- |
Speaking at the introduction of the new variant, Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars India, said, “The carline has reignited the premium midsize sedan segment specifically with the Performance Line (GT variant), enabling us to introduce two new variants consecutively – Virtus GT Plus Manual and now Virtus GT DSG.”
The car is powered by the VW Group’s tried and tested 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine, which produces 148bhp and 250Nm of torque and is paired to a DSG gearbox. The manufacturer claims a fuel economy of 19.62kmpl. Volkswagen’s Active Cylinder Cut-off Technology is also included, which helps save gasoline.
The new Virtus GT DSG comes with a 10-inch infotainment system with smartphone connectivity, linked car technology, 8 speakers, wireless charging, and distinctive GT details like as red-painted front brake callipers, GT-themed upholstery, and a black rear spoiler.
The Honda City, Hyundai Verna, Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, and Skoda Slavia, which is essentially the same as the Virtus, compete with it.
Source:FE
