VW recently unveiled their upcoming sedan, Virtus and boy, it garnered a lot of attention. Even before its official launch, several renders of the car with aftermarket alloys, lowered stance started floating on the internet and what the enthusiasts were excited was how bold and sporty the 1.5L version looked.
Also known as the performance line variant, the 1.5L version generates as much as 148 bhp of power on tap with a peak torque of 250 Nm. New reports now suggest that this unit will be mated to a 7-speed DSG transmission only. Unlike the Skoda Slavia which also gets a 6-speed manual gearbox with this unit, the Virtus will stick to the DSG only! This 1.5L TSI is limited to GT-line versions only.
The other engine option is the smaller, 1.0-litre, three-cylinder, turbocharged petrol motor. This unit generates as much as 114 bhp of power on tap with a maximum torque of 178 Nm. It is mated to a 6-speed manual transmission as standard and also gets an optional 6-speed torque converter.
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Feature-wise, VW Virtus is equipped with a large touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging, automatic climate control, multiple C-type charging ports, ventilated front seats and among others.
Safety features on the VW Virtus include as many as six airbags, an anti-lock braking system with electronic brake-force distribution and electronic stability control, a high-speed alert system, front seat belt reminder, ISOFIX child seat mounts, reverse parking sensors, tyre pressure monitoring system and among others.
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So what do you think about this decision by VW for its upcoming sedan Virtus? Will you buy the 7-speed DSG over the stick shift with the 1.5L TSI? Do let us know your thoughts in the comment section below. Also, make sure you are a member of our 91Wheels Whatsapp and 91Wheels Telegram group. Here, we share with you the latest news from the auto industry and you also get to interact with fellow auto enthusiasts.
