Volkswagen Virtus vs Skoda Slavia

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Volkswagen Virtus

Volkswagen Virtus

GT Plus Sport AT

19.20 lakh

Skoda Slavia

Skoda Slavia

Monte Carlo DSG

18.84 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

1498 cc
1498 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Petrol

Pure Electric Driving Mode

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Gearbox Type

DCT
DCT

Number of Gears

7
7

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

–

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

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Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

–

Max Engine Power

150hp at 5000-6000 rpm
150 hp at 5000 - 6000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

250Nm at 1600-3500 rpm
250 Nm at 1600 - 3500 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Direct Injection
Direct Injection

E20 Compatibility

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Auto Start/Stop

–

Official Fuel Economy

19.62 kmpl
18.79 kmpl

City Fuel Economy as Tested

9.3 kmpl
–

Highway Fuel Economy as Tested

15.6 kmpl
–

Fuel Tank Capacity

45 litres
45 litres

User Reported Mileage

17.63 kmpl
–

0-100kph

9.68 s
–

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

5.95 s
–

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

6.3 s
–

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
McPherson strut with stabiliser bar

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Twist Beam Axle

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

–

Ride Height Adjust

–

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

4 Wheel Steer

–

Turning Radius

5.05 m
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Front Brakes

Discs
Disc

Rear Brakes

Drums
Disc

Wheel Size

16 inches
16 inches

Front Tyre Size

205/55 R16
205/55/R16

Rear Tyre Size

205/55 R16
205/55/R16

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Full Size
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Dimensions

Length

4561 mm
4552 mm

Width

1752 mm
1752 mm

Height

1507 mm
1507 mm

Wheelbase

2651 mm
2651 mm

Ground Clearance

179 mm
145 mm

Kerb Weight

1260 kg
1269 - 1271 kg

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

521-1050 litres
521 - 1050 litres

Doors

4
4

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

12 Volt Port

Cabin Boot Access

–

Door Pockets

–

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Bottle Holder in Doors

Driver Armrest Storage

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only
Front Passenger Only

Bluetooth Connectivity

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Rear Reading Lamp

–

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Roof Grab Handles

–

Powered Tailgate

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Cup Holders

Front Seatback Pockets

Glove Box

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Cooled Glovebox

Interior Lamps

Cooled Storage

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
–

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

–

Keyless Entry

Yes with proximity sensors
–

Push Button Start

–

Climate Control

1-zone
1-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

–

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

–

Rear Power Outlet

–

Sunroof

Single Pane
Single Pane

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

–

Cruise Control

Auto Parking

–

Launch Control

–

Dead Pedal

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Trunk Light

–

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

UV Cut Glass

–

Safety

Crash Test Rating

5
–

Driver Airbag

Door Ajar Warning

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Dashcam

–

Curtain Airbag

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Airbags

6
6

Side Airbag

Heads Up Display

–

Overspeed Warning

–

High Beam Assist

–

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Passenger Airbag

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

–

Electronic Parking Brake

–

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

–

Hill Descent Control

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

–

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

–

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto
–

Parking Sensors

Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

Rear
360 degree

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display

Blind Spot Monitor

–

Adaptive Cruise Control

–

NCAP Rating

5
–

GNCAP Rating

–
5

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Dual Tone Horn

–

Brake Disc Wiping

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Cornering Headlights

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

ORVM turn indicators

Scuff Plates

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

LED DRLs

–

Projector Headlamps

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

LED fog lamps

LED taillights

LED headlamps

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

Sequential Turn Indicators

–

Door Handle Finish

–
Body Coloured

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Tachometer

Digital
Digital

Trip Meter

–

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Average Speed

–

Distance to Empty

–

Low Fuel Level Warning

–

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Gear Indicator

–

Shift Indicator

–

Head-up Display

–

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Adjustable Front Headrests

–

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front Only

Heated Seats

–

Massage Seats

Rear Only

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage
Yes with Storage

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
Yes with Holders

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
60:40

Third Row Seats

–

Seat Count

5
5

Entertainment

Audio System

–

CD Player

–

Speakers

8
8

Branded Music System

USB Input

–

AUX Input

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

–

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Steering Audio Controls

–

Steering Phone Controls

–

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

10-inch Touchscreen
10.1-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless
–

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
–

MirrorLink

–

Web Browser

–

Video Player

–

Satellite Navigation

–

Voice Commands

Google Assistant

Gesture Controls

–

Touchpad

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

–

Front USB port

–
2 Type C

Second Row USB port

–
2 Type C

Connected Car Features

Alexa Compatibility

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Find My Car

–

Emergency Call Button

–

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

SOS Button

–

Anti Theft Immobilisation

–

Questions you may find useful

•1d

Hi, I am thinking of replacing Toyota Corolla (2006 model) with a car under the budget of Rs. 20 - 22 lakh. Which car do you suggest replacing the trustworthy Corolla with as it has served me very well. I am considering the VW Virtus/ Skoda Slavia, VW Taigun /Skoda Kushaq and Honda City Hybrid.

•1w

I currently own a Jeep Compass and want to get an additional car for my father, with good reliability, unlike the Jeep. My father still drives a 2008 Honda City, and I am torn between a few choices: the Honda City, Skoda Slavia, Nissan Tekton and Toyota Hyryder. Or should I wait for the Virtus facelift or the new-generation Creta? His usage is low, at almost 500 km per month. Please suggest.

•1w

I just read that Slavia facelift is coming with new 8-speed automatic. Between the new Slavia and Virtus, which one would you pick if buying a sedan now?

•4w

Hi, I’m confused between the Skoda Slavia 1.5 TSI DSG and Volkswagen Virtus 1.5 TSI DSG. My usage is mainly highway driving, including around 350 km non-stop from Chennai to Salem, with very little city driving. The car will primarily be used by my family, and I want an automatic only. For this kind of long-distance highway usage, which one would you suggest between the Slavia and Virtus? My main priorities are highway stability, comfortable long-distance driving, engine and gearbox reliability, ride comfort and overall suitability for my usage. Please advise which one would be better suited to my requirements.

•6w

Hi everyone, I have a budget around 13 lakh and my annual running is around 8,000 km. I'm confused between buying a sedan or compact SUV like Kia Seltos etc. as I have sold my Tata Punch last month that I owned almost for 4.5 years but now I want to purchase good and elegant looking car that can last for 7 to 9 year without any hassle. Me and my wife have shortlisted cars like New Honda City SV variant, New Skoda Slavia Base one, or Upcoming Virtus in sedan segment. In suv segment, I have shortlisted cars like Seltos, Grand Vitara, etc. My wife wants to shortlist sedan. Please suggest me which one should I go for as it's the matter of investing my hard earned money. Also, which car will have good resale value in future.