Volkswagen Virtus 2023– car dimensions: 4561 mm long, 1751 mm wide and 1476 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,161 kg. Braked towing is 400 kg.
The cabin has a touchscreen from 6.5 inches on base grades up to 10.1 inches on higher ones, with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay standard (wired on entry, wireless on upper trims). Climate is manual on base and automatic Climatronic on mid and top grades. Cruise control is common, with adaptive cruise on many automatic versions. Rear parking sensors appear widely from base or mid trims, front sensors and a reversing camera on higher grades. Automatic emergency braking (Front Assist) is fitted on automatic and upper trims in several markets. Lane keep assist arrives on later high-line versions in some regions. Blind spot warning is not offered. Digital instrument clusters from 8 to 10.25 inches and wireless phone charging feature on many trims.
Boot space is 521 litres with seats up. Rear seats fold 60/40 and expand capacity to 1050 litres.
Towing capacity is 400 kg braked and 400 kg unbraked. Payload is listed around 398 kg depending on version and market. Reinforced or heavy-duty rear suspension appears as standard equipment in multiple markets for rougher roads. No specific heavy-duty cooling package is stated.
The cabin feels spacious with a long wheelbase and contoured seats that prioritise comfort over tight sporty hold. Higher grades add leatherette upholstery and ventilated front seats plus dual-zone Climatronic climate control with rear vents. A digital cockpit and practical storage including a rear armrest with cupholders make daily use straightforward, though soft-touch surfaces stay limited to key areas.
Petrol (1.0 TSI or 1.5 TSI EVO) or flex-fuel options depending on market
Service interval 15,000 km or 1 year
5-star Global NCAP and Latin NCAP rating for adult and child occupants
Standard safety includes up to 6 airbags, ESC, ABS with EBD, hill hold control, ISOFIX and tyre pressure warning
Multi-collision brakes and brake disc wiping on higher grades
Warranty typically 3 years/100,000 km or 4 years/100,000 km by market
Fuel is petrol across most markets with 1.0 TSI and 1.5 TSI EVO engines. some regions offer flex-fuel capability. The 1.5 unit includes active cylinder management to help efficiency on longer runs. Idle start-stop is available to cut consumption when stopped.
Servicing follows a 15,000 km or 1-year interval, whichever comes first. This keeps workshop visits less frequent than many rivals. Warranty cover runs 3 years or 100,000 km in several markets and extends to 4 years or 100,000 km in others, with roadside assistance often included for the initial period.
Safety is a clear strength with a 5-star Global NCAP result for both adult and child protection plus strong Latin NCAP scores. The car carries over 40 features as standard or near-standard: six airbags on most current grades, ESC, traction control, multi-collision braking, hill hold, ISOFIX anchors and a tyre-pressure warning system. Higher trims add rain and light sensors plus a reversing camera.
Living with the Virtus is practical thanks to the 521-litre boot that expands with the 60:40 split rear seat. The MQB-based structure feels solid and the electronic aids reduce daily stress. Regular services at the stated interval keep running costs predictable.
Length 4561 mm, Width 1751 mm, Height 1476 mm, Wheelbase 2651 mm (Virtus 2023-present)
Sources: manufacturer data, VW Argentina MY26 flyer, VW India brochure PDF, Brazilian dealer fichas.