Volkswagen Virtus vs Tata Altroz Comparison

Carbike360 comprehensive Volkswagen Virtus and Tata Altroz comparison based on price, specifications, fuel efficiency, features, and more.
Volkswagen Virtus Topline 1.0 TSI MT (Electric Seats) is priced at ₹15.11 Lakh, Tata Altroz Smart CNG 5MT is priced at ₹7.30 Lakh.
Volkswagen Virtus Topline 1.0 TSI MT (Electric Seats) comes with 999 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC engine, Tata Altroz Smart CNG 5MT comes with 1199 cc engine.

Volkswagen Virtus vs Tata Altroz Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Volkswagen Virtus	Tata Altroz
Engine Capacity	999 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1199 cc
Power	114 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm	72 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Transmission	Manual - 6 Gears	Manual - 5 Gears
Fuel Type	Petrol	CNG

Volkswagen Virtus

₹ 15.11 Lakh

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Tata Altroz

₹ 7.30 Lakh

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Ex-Showroom Price

15.11 Lakh

7.30 Lakh

EMI

₹27,899

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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₹13,479

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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4.2

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NCAP Rating

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Colors

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Tank Capacity

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Doors

4 Doors

5 Doors

Seating Capacity

5 Person

Frunk Storage

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Fuel Tank Capacity

45 litres

37 litres

CNG Tank Capacity (L/Kg)

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60L(Water Capacity)-Approx 8.0 Kg – 9.0 Kg

No of Rows

2 Rows

Bootspace

521 litres

210 litres

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

114 Bhp @ 5000-5500 Rpm

72 Bhp @ 6000 Rpm

Highway Mileage

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Others

Idle Start/Stop

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Max Engine Torque (Nm@rpm)

178 Nm @ 1750-4500 Rpm

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AC Regular Charging

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Range

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Max Motor Performance

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DC Fast Charging

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Acceleration (0-100 kmph)

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Alternate Fuel

Petrol

Emission Standard

BS6 Phase 2

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Battery Charging

—

Driving Range

936 km

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Drivetrain

FWD

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Battery

—

City Mileage

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Electric Motor Assist

—

Regenerative Braking

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Engine Type

1.0L TSI

1.2L ICNG

Transmission

Manual - 6 Gears

Manual - 5 Gears

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) Claimed

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Idle Start/Stop

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Electric Motor

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Mileage (ARAI)

20.8 kmpl

19.33 / 26.2 kmpl / Kg

Turbocharger / Supercharger

Turbocharged

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AC Fast Charging

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Pure Electric Driving Mode

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Performance on Alternate Fuel

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Engine

999 Cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

1199 Cc

Top Speed

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Acceleration

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Max Torque (Nm@rpm)

178 Nm @ 1750-4500 Rpm

103 Nm @ 3500 Rpm

Fuel Type

Petrol

CNG

Wheelbase

2651 mm

2501 mm

Ground Clearance

179 mm

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Length*Width*Height

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Height

1507 mm

1523 mm

Kerb Weight

1208 kg

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Length

4561 mm

3990 mm

Width

1752 mm

1755 mm

Ground Clearance (unladen)

179 mm

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Minimum Turning Radius

5.05 metres

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Tyre Construction

Radial - Tubeless

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Front Brake Type

Disc

Rear Brake Type

Drum

Front Tyres

205 / 55 R16

185 / 60 R16

Spare Wheel & Tyre

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Tyres

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Four Wheel Steering

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Front Suspension

Mc-Pherson Suspension And Stabiliser Bar

Independent MacPherson Dual Path Strut With Coil Spring

Rear Tyres

205 / 55 R16

185 / 60 R16

Steering Type

Power Assisted (Electric)

Steering

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Spare Wheel

Steel

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Wheels

Alloy Wheels

Steel Rims

Additional Steering Features

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Rear Suspension

Twist Beam Axle

Twist Beam With Coil Spring And Shock Absorber

Rub-strips

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Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

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Body Kit

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Sunroof / Moonroof

Electrically Adjustable

Optional

Antenna

Shark Fin Antenna

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Body-coloured Bumpers

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Roof-mounted Antenna

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Roof Rails

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Child Safety Lock

Central Locking

Keyless

Remote

Speed Sensing Door Lock

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Engine Immobiliser

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Second Row Seat Adjustment

2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)

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Front Seatback Pockets

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Rear Armrest

Cup Holder

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Driver Armrest

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Folding Rear Seat

Flat

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Front Passenger Seat Adjustment

6 Way Electrically Adjustable (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Seat Height Up / Down) + 2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)

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Driver Seat Adjustment

6 Way Electrically Adjustable (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Seat Height Up / Down) + 2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)

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Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

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Ventilated Seat Type

Cooled

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Interiors

Dual Tone

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Headrests

Front & Rear

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Split Rear Seat

60:40

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Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

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Massage Seats

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Interior Colours

Beige/Black

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Rear Row Seat Adjustment

2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)

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Rear Passenger Seat Type

Bench

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Ventilated Seats

Front Only

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Seat Upholstery

Leatherette

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Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)

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Airbags

6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)

Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

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Overspeed Warning

1 Beep Over 80kmph, Continuous Beeps Over 120kmph

Rear Middle Head Rest

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NCAP Rating

5 Star (Global NCAP)

Not Tested

Blind Spot Detection

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Dashcam

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Rear Cross-traffic Assist

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Child Seat Anchor Points

Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt

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Lane Departure Prevention

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High-beam Assist

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Lane Departure Warning

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Emergency Brake Light Flashing

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Seat Belt Warning

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

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Puncture Repair Kit

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ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)

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Interior Door Handles Finish

Silver

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Power Windows

Front & Rear

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Interior Door Handles

Silver

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Scuff Plates

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Exterior Door Handles Finish

Chrome

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One Touch Down

Driver

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Rear Windshield Blind

Optional

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Side Window Blinds

Optional

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Rear Defogger

Bootlid Opener

Electric Tailgate Release

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One Touch Up

Driver

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Adjustable ORVMs

Electrically Adjustable & Retractable

Externally Adjustable

Exterior Door Handles

Chrome

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Rear Wiper

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Power Windows Position

Front & Rear

All

Soft-close Door

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Door Pockets

Front & Rear

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Turn Indicators on ORVMs

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Rain-sensing Wipers

ORVM Colour

Body Coloured

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DVD Playback

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Integrated (in-dash) Music System

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GPS Navigation System

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AM/FM Radio

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AUX Compatibility

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Steering-mounted controls

Voice Command

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Android Auto

Wireless

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Smart Connectivity

Android Auto (Wireless), Apple Car Play (Wireless)

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Display Screen for Rear Passengers

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Speakers

Apple CarPlay

Wireless

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USB Compatibility

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Bluetooth Compatibility

Phone & Audio Streaming

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Touchscreen Size

10 inch

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Head Unit Size

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Internal Hard Drive

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Infotainment Screen Size

10 inch

Gesture Control

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Display

Touch-screen Display

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Wireless Charger

iPod Compatibility

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Subwoofer

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Tweeters

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Instrument Cluster

Digital

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Heads Up Display (HUD)

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Door Ajar Warning

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Low Fuel Level Warning

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Tachometer

Digital

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Distance to Empty

—

Average Speed

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Gear Indicator

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Trip Meter

2 Trips Electronic

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Average Fuel Consumption

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Clock

Digital

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Instantaneous Fuel Consumption

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Instantaneous Consumption

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Instrument Cluster Screen Type

Digital

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Shift Indicator

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Adjustable Cluster Brightness

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Warranty (In Kilometres)

100000

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Warranty (In Years)

—

Battery Warranty (In Years)

—

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)

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Cooled Glovebox

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Cup Holders Position

Front & Second Row

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Sunglass Holder

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Driver Armrest Storage

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Cup Holders

Front & Rear

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Air Conditioner- Automatic/Zones

Automatic Climate Control

Manual

Cabin Boot Access

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Keyless Start/ Button Start

Front AC

Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control

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Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

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Heater

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Parking Assist

Reverse Camera

Electronic Parking Brake

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Air Purifier

Anti-glare Mirrors

Electronic - Internal Only

Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors

Co-Driver

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Rear AC

Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest

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Parking Sensors

Rear

Steering Adjustment

Manual Tilt & Telescopic

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12V Power Outlets

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Air Conditioner

Yes (Automatic Climate Control)

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Third Row AC Zone

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Cruise Control

Umbrella Storage in Door

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Fog Lights

Halogen

Ambient Interior Lighting

Footwell Lamps

Cabin Lamps

Front And Rear

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Cornering Headlights

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Cabin Lamps Position

Front And Rear

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Ambient Interior Count

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Glovebox Lamp

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Light on Vanity Mirrors

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Taillights

LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED

Automatic Headlamps

Headlights

LED

Halogen Projector

Headlight Height Adjuster

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Reading Lamp

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Puddle Lamps

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Follow Me Home Headlamps

Rear Reading Lamp

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Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)

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Limited Slip Differential (LSD)

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Brake Assist (BA)

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Hill Hold Control

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Four-Wheel-Drive

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Ride Height Adjustment

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Differential Lock

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Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

Hill Descent Control

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Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

Virtus Comparison with similar cars

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Pros And Cons

Pros

Cons

Volkswagen Virtus

✓Classy exterior design that will age well.
✓1.5L TSI petrol engine is fun to drive.
✓DSG gearbox is sleek, smooth and quick in shifting.
✓Active cylinder tech improves fuel efficiency to a good extent.
✓180 mm of ground clearance is segment best.
✓Driving dynamics & handling is segment best.

Tata Altroz

✓The updated exterior styling is a tasteful and mature evolution of the Altroz’s already attractive design.
✓The petrol variant is now available with an AMT gearbox, adding extra convenience for city driving.
✓Features like the larger 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 360-degree camera significantly enhance the overall cabin experience.