Volkswagen India has revised the prices of its premium mid-size sedan, the Virtus, effective January 2026. The revision includes a significant price reduction for select entry-level and top-tier automatic trims, while the rest of the lineup has seen a general price hike. The Comfortline 1.0 MT variant has received the largest price cut of Rs. 70,201, making the base model more accessible. On the other hand, popular variants such as the Highline, GT Line, and GT Plus have become more expensive, with price hikes ranging from Rs. 21,000 to over Rs. 45,000.
The company has also discontinued two manual variants, the GT Plus Chrome 1.5 MT and the GT Plus Sport 1.5 MT. The revised prices are as follows:
* Comfortline 1.0 MT: Rs. 70,201 price reduction
* Topline Chrome 1.0 AT: Rs. 3,155 price reduction
* GT Plus Sport 1.5 DSG: Rs. 21,065 price hike
* Highline 1.0 AT: Rs. 24,032 price hike
* GT Plus Chrome 1.5 DSG: Rs. 25,085 price hike
* GT Line 1.0 AT: Rs. 29,034 price hike
* Highline 1.0 MT: Rs. 29,536 price hike
* Highline Plus 1.0 AT: Rs. 39,339 price hike
* Highline Plus 1.0 MT: Rs. 40,541 price hike
* Virtus 1.0 MT GT Line: Rs. 45,236 price hike
The Volkswagen Virtus is a top choice in the sedan segment due to its 5-star Global NCAP safety rating and powerful engine options. The car is available with a 1.0L TSI engine producing 114 bhp and 178 Nm of torque, and a 1.5L TSI EVO engine producing 148 bhp and 250 Nm of torque. The Virtus also features a segment-leading length of 4561 mm, a massive 521-litre boot space, and a practical ground clearance of 179 mm. Key features include a 10.1-inch touchscreen, 8-inch digital cockpit, ventilated front seats, electric sunroof, and wireless App-Connect.
The on-road price of the Volkswagen Virtus now starts from approximately Rs. 12.94 Lakh in Bangalore. The car’s safety features and powerful engine options make it a popular choice in the sedan segment. With the revised prices, the Virtus is expected to remain a competitive option in the market.