I would like to buy a sedan, and I'm confused between Slavia, City, and Virtus. Need expert opinion selecting the best amongst the three, comparing performance, leg room, boot space, and maintenance.

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Both the Volkswagen Virtus and the Skoda Slavia stand out for their sporty driving experience, especially with the 1.5 TSI and DSG automatic combination that delivers strong performance. Seat comfort and boot space are respectable in both models as well.

Between the two, the choice largely comes down to which design appeals more to you and which brand has a service center conveniently located nearby.

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Oct 03, 2025

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