As 2026 begins, Volkswagen India has updated the prices of its Virtus. But in a surprising move, the brand has reduced the price of the base variant, which
is Virtus Comfortline by Rs 66,000. This brings its new starting price to Rs 10.50 lakh (ex-showroom). While the entry-level variant is now more affordable, most other Virtus variants have become expensive. The Highline AT and GT Line MT variants have seen the highest price hike of Rs 51,000. The Highline Plus MT is now costlier by Rs 46,000, while the Highline Plus AT has gone up by Rs 45,000.The Topline AT has received only a minor price increase of Rs 2,000, which makes it one of the least affected variants. Models powered by the 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine with a manual gearbox are now Rs 10,000 more expensive, while the dual-clutch automatic (DSG) variants see price hikes of up to Rs 30,000. As of January 7, 2026, the Volkswagen Virtus price range starts at Rs 10.50 lakh and goes up to Rs 19 lakh. Here is the full variant price list
| VARIANT | OLD PRICE | NEW PRICE | PRICE INCREASE |
| Comfortline MT | Rs 11.16 Lakh | Rs 10.5 Lakh | Rs -66000 (price-cut) |
| Highline MT | Rs 13.11 Lakh | Rs 13.46 Lakh | Rs 35000 |
| Highline Plus MT | Rs 13.4 Lakh | Rs 13.86 Lakh | Rs 46000 |
| Highline AT | Rs 14.37 Lakh | Rs 14.66 Lakh | Rs 51000 |
| GT Line MT | Rs 13.59 Lakh | Rs 14.1 Lakh | Rs 51000 |
| Highline Plus AT | Rs 14.46 Lakh | Rs 14.91 Lakh | Rs 45000 |
| GT Line AT | Rs 14.66 Lakh | Rs 15 Lakh | Rs 34000 |
| Topline MT | Rs 15 Lakh | Rs 15.11 Lakh | Rs 11000 |
| Topline AT | Rs 16.28 Lakh | Rs 16.3 Lakh | Rs 2000 |
| GT Plus Chrome MT | Rs 16.99 Lakh | Rs 17.09 Lakh | Rs 10000 |
| GT Plus Sport MT | Rs 17.23 Lakh | Rs 17.33 Lakh | Rs 10000 |
| GT Plus Chrome DCT | Rs 18.49 Lakh | Rs 18.8 Lakh | Rs 31000 |
| GT Plus Sport DCT | Rs 18.73 Lakh | Rs 19 Lakh | Rs 27000 |
The Virtus is offered with two petrol engine choices. The 1.0-litre TSI engine produces around 114 bhp and 178 Nm of torque, offering a good balance of performance and fuel efficiency. It is available with a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic (torque converter) and delivers an ARAI-rated mileage of up to 20.8 kmpl.
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The 1.5-litre TSI EVO engine offers 148 bhp and 250 Nm and it comes with either a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DSG automatic, with mileage figures close to 19.6 kmpl.
Space, Comfort, and Safety
The Virtus is one of the longest cars in its segment, measuring 4561 mm in length, and it offers a huge 521-litre boot. From the inside, it feels solid and well-built.
Safety is a big highlight, with a 5-star Global NCAP rating and up to 40 safety features. The suspension setup ensures comfort on Indian roads, while the braking system balances performance and cost.
Variants
Buyers can choose between Chrome Line (premium-looking) and Sport Line (sporty styling), with trims like Comfortline, Highline, and GT catering to different needs.
