Volkswagen Virtus GT series, GT Plus Sport launched in India,

Volkswagen has launched Virtus GT Line and GT Plus Sport in the Indian market. The former is powered by a 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo-petrol engine mated to a six-speed manual or automatic gearbox and is priced at Rs 14.07 lakh. The latter, on the other hand, starts at Rs 17.84 lakh and comes with a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine mated to either a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 7-speed DSG automatic gearbox. Prices are ex-showroom. Apart from this, the company has also launched Highline Plus variants of Virtus and Taigun. In addition to this, Volkswagen is also offering enhanced feature packages for the Taigun GT series launched in April 2024.

To start with, the Volkswagen Virtus GT range comes with a black grille, LED headlights (with LED DRLs), exterior mirrors, trunk lid spoiler and window grilles. There is also black Virtus lettering on the trunk lid. While the door handles feature unique dark chrome accents, the GT Series badges remain in black. Step inside and you’ll find black elements like the sun visors, handles and dashboard. Black leatherette seats contrast with gray stitching.

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In terms of features, Virtus GT Line offers 10.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, 8.0-inch digital instrument cluster, electric sunroof, red ambient lighting, aluminum pedals, automatic climate control, auto-dimming IRVM, rain sensing Wipers and push button start/stop. For safety, the vehicle comes equipped with six airbags (standard), hill hold control, tire pressure deflation warning, ESC, ABS, EBD, TCS, BA and multi-collision brakes.

Volkswagen Virtus GT Plus Sport: What does it offer?

Like the GT Line, the Virtus GT Plus Sport also comes with a black grille, LED headlights, exterior mirrors, decklid spoiler, 16-inch wheels and Virtus badging. However, it adds red elements such as brake calipers and GT badges on the front fenders and trunk lid for contrast. Unlike the GT Line, the GT Plus Sport offers an aerodynamic package.

Contrasting red detailing continues inside as well, and can be found on the steering wheel and leatherette seats. Other touches include aluminum pedals and red ambient lighting. On the GT Line, GT Plus Sport adds industry-first ventilated front seats as well as an amplifier and subwoofer.

Volkswagen Virtus, Taigun Highline Plus variants

The Highline Plus versions of Taigun and Virtus are powered by a 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo-petrol engine and are priced at Rs 14.27 lakh and Rs 13.88 respectively. Prices are ex-showroom. These models are equipped with an 8.0-inch digital instrument cluster, auto-dimming interior rearview mirror, push-button start/stop, electric sunroof, automatic headlights, rain-sensing wipers and automatic entry/departure lights. Additionally, the Topline versions of Taigun and Virtus come standard with amplifiers and subwoofers to enhance the audio experience.

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Last but not least, the Taigun GT Line launched a few months ago has been updated with the following features: 8.0-inch digital instrument cluster, push button start/stop, electric sunroof, auto-dimming IRVM, rain protection – sensing wipers and aluminum pedals.