- The 2023 new-gen Hyundai Verna is here to challenge its rivals like VW Virtus
- VW Virtus gets a 1.5L TSI engine with 150PS of power
- The new Hyundai Verna gets a 1.5L TGDi engine with 160PS of power
- Here are all the differences between their specs, features, etc
The 2023 new-gen Hyundai Verna has been launched in India with advanced ADAS and connected car tech. It gets 2 engine options with one being the most powerful engine in the segment. Producing 160 PS of power, the 1.5 TGDi engine of the new Verna is 10 PS more than the 150 PS TSI EVO engine of the VW Virtus. Also, both the new Hyundai Verna and VW Virtus offer DCT/DSG automatic transmissions on their higher trims. However, there are several more differences in the specs, features, dimensions, etc of the two sedans. Therefore, here's a detailed comparison between the 2023 Hyundai Verna and the VW Virtus.
2023 Hyundai Verna VS VW Virtus: Dimensions
| Dimensions | 2023 Hyundai Verna | VW Virtus |
| Length | 4535 mm | 4561 mm |
| Width | 1765 mm | 1752 mm |
| Height | 1475 mm | 1507 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2670 mm | 2651 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 179 mm Unladen, 145 mm Laden |
| Boot Space | 528 litres | 521 litres |
2023 Hyundai Verna VS VW Virtus: Powertrain
| Powertrain | Hyundai Verna MPi Petrol | Hyundai Verna Turbo GDi | VW Virtus 1L | VW Virtus 1.5L |
| Engine | 1.5 litre, 4-Cylinder | 1.5 litre, 4-Cylinder | 1 litre TSI Petrol | 1.5 litre TSI EVO Petrol with ACT |
| Power | 115 PS | 160 PS | 115 PS | 150 PS |
| Torque | 143.8 Nm | 253 Nm | 178 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-Speed manual or IVT/CVT | 6-Speed manual or 7-Speed DCT | 6-Speed Manual or 6-Speed Torque Converter Automatic | 7-Speed DSG/DCT Automatic |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 45 litres | 45 litres | 45 litres |
| Fuel Efficiency | 18.6 km/l - MT & 19.6 km/l - IVT | 20 km/l - MT & 20.6 km/l - DCT | 19.40 Km/L - MT & 18.12 Km/L - AT | 18.67 Km/L |
2023 Hyundai Verna VS VW Virtus: Features & Safety
| Features | 2023 Hyundai Verna | VW Virtus |
| Active Safety | ABS, EBD, Hill Hold, Traction Control, ESP | ABS, EBD, Brake Assist, Hill Hold, ESP, Traction Control, Brake Disc Wiping, Electronic Differential Lock System, Multi-Collision Brakes, Anti-Slip Regulation |
| Level-2 ADAS | Yes | No |
| Airbags | 6 standard | 2 standard, 6 on-top trims |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Yes |
| IRVM | Auto-dimming with telematics controls | Auto-dimming |
| TPMS | Yes - Highline | Yes - Warning based |
| Fog Lamps | No | Yes - Front & Rear |
| Height-adjustable front seats | Only Driver | Driver & Co-driver |
| Front seat ventilation | Heated & cooled | Cooled |
| Driver seat adjustment | 4 way electric | Manual |
| Front parking sensors | Yes | No |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital cluster with color TFT MID | 8-inch VW Digital Cockpit |
| Air purifier | Yes - Integrated | No |
| Smart trunk | Yes | No |
| Rear brakes | Disc | Drum |
| Electric parking brake | Yes | No |
| Ambient lighting | Dashboard & door trims | LEDs for door panel switches, front and rear reading lamps + White/Red ambient lights |
| Rear Seat Folding | Full Folding | Split 60:40 folding |
| Audio Setup | Bose 8 speaker | 8 speaker |
| Connected Car Tech | Yes | Yes |
| Smartwatch Integration | Yes | No |
| Advanced Remote Commands | Yes - Engine Start/Stop, AC On/Off, etc. | No |
| H2C - Home to Car | Yes - Alexa & Google Assistant | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch HD Touchscreen Display | 10-inch VW Play Touchscreen |
| Rear Windscreen Sunshade | Yes | No |
| Android Auto/Apple Carplay | Wired | Wireless |
| In-Car Apps | No | Yes - Gaana, BBC News, Booking.com, Audiobooks, Sygic navigation, etc. |
Also Read: 2023 New-Gen Hyundai Verna VS Skoda Slavia: Rivals Compared
Verdict: The 2023 Hyundai Verna starts at Rs 10.89 lakh and goes up to Rs 17.37 lakh (ex-showroom). Whereas the VW Virtus comes in the price range of Rs 11.31 lakh to Rs 18.41 lakh (ex-showroom). This makes the top-end Hyundai Verna 1.04 lakh cheaper than the top-end VW Virtus.
