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Volkswagen Virtus Vs Honda City comparison

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  • Volkswagen Virtus
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₹ 11.2 Lakh
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Volkswagen Virtus Vs Honda City Comparison: Which Car is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these cars to buy? Compare the Virtus Vs City on carandbike to make an informed buying decision as to which car to buy in 2026. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these cars.

Virtus Vs City – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the Petrol Honda City in New Delhi starts at ₹ 11.95 Lakh and goes up to ₹ 16.07 Lakh for the fully-loaded Petrol model. On the other hand, Volkswagen Virtus price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 11.2 Lakh and goes up to Rs. ₹ 18.78 Lakh for range topping Petrol model.

SummaryVolkswagen VirtusHonda City
Price₹ 11.2 Lakh₹ 11.95 Lakh
ManufacturerVolkswagenHonda
Body TypeSedanSedan
Mileage20.19 KM/L17.80 KM/L
Power114 bhp @ 5,000–5,500 rpm bhp119 bhp
Engine999 CC1498 CC
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol

Virtus Vs City – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the Honda City base Petrol engine returns 18 KM/L. The Volkswagen Virtus base Petrol returns 18 KM/L.

Virtus Vs City – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the Honda City gets 119 bhp Petrol engine, whereas the Volkswagen Virtus comes in 5 Petrol 114 bhp @ 5,000–5,500 rpm, 147 bhp @ 5,000–6000 rpm bhp engines.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type 1.0-litre TSI Three-cylinder Turbocharged Petrol Engine1.5-litre IVTEC DOHC Engine
Displacement (CC) 999 CC1498 CC
No. of Cylinders 34
Power 114 bhp @ 5,000–5,500 rpm119 bhp@6600 rpm
Torque 178 Nm @ 1,750-4,500 rpm145 Nm@4300 rpm
Top Speed 190190
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph 10.510.2
No. of gears 66
Drive Train FWDFWD
Turbocharger
Emissions Standard BS6 Phase 2BS6

Dimensions & Weight

Length 4561 mm4583 mm
Width 1752 mm1748 mm
Height 1507 mm1489 mm
Wheelbase 2651 mm2600 mm
Ground Clearance 179 mm165 mm
Kerb Weight 1173 KG1153 KG

Capacity

Boot Space 521 L506 L
No. of Doors 54
No. of Rows 22
Seating Capacity 55
Fuel tank Capacity 45.040.0

Fuel Efficiency

Mileage ARAI 20.19 KM/L17.80 KM/L
Mileage - City 16.00 KM/L14.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway 19.40 KM/L18.00 KM/L

Suspension Brakes & Steering

Front Suspension Mc-Pherson Suspension And Stabiliser BarMcPherson Strut With Coil Spring
Rear Suspension Twist Beam AxleTorsion Beam With Coil Spring
Front Brake Type DiscDisc (Ventilated)
Rear Brake Type DrumDrum
Steering Type Electromechanical (power Assisted)Collapsible Electric Power Assisted
Steering Adjustability Tilt & TelescopicTilt And Telescopic

Tyres & Wheels

Wheel Type Alloy Wheels15 X 5.5 J Alloy
Tyre Type TubelessTubeless Radial Ply
Front Tyre Size 205/55 R16185/55 R16 83H
Rear Tyre Size 205/55 R16185/55 R16 83H
Spare Wheel Type SteelSteel
Spare Wheel Size 205/55 R16185/55 R16

Comfort & Convenience

Air ConditionerAutomatic Climate ControlAutomatic Climate Control With Touch Control Panel
Front ACSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlYes
Rear ACYesYes
Third Row AC ZoneNoNo
HeaterYesYes
Climate ControlAutomaticYes
Paddle ShiftYesNo
Idle Start/Stop ButtonYesNo
Cruise ControlYesYes
Power WindowsYesNo
Keyless EntryYesNo
Push Start Stop ButtonYesNo
Remote Engine StartNoNo
Hands-Free TailgateNoNo
Steering Mounted AudioYesYes
Cooled GloveboxNoNo
Rain Sensing WipersNoNo
Automatic HeadlampsYesNo
Electric TailgateNoNo
Adjustable ORVMsYesNo
Adjustable Rear Headrests--
Power Outlets 12VYesYes
Wireless Phone ChargerYesNo

Locks & Security

Engine ImmobilizerYesYes
Central LockingYesYes
Speed Sensing Door LockYesYes
Child Safety LockYesYes

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat AdjustmentElectrically AdjustableManual
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentManualManual
Seat UpholsteryLeatheretteFabric
Rear ArmrestNoYes
Front ArmrestYesYes
Folding Rear SeatYesYes
Split Rear Seat60:40 SplitYes
Front Seatback PocketsFront & RearYes
HeadrestsFront OnlyFront & Rear
Ventilated SeatsNoNo
Seat Memory FunctionYesNo
ISOFIX Child Seat MountsYesYes

Safety & Security

No. of Airbagsticktick
Driver AirbagsYesYes
Passenger AirbagsYesYes
Side AirbagsYesNo
Rear Side AirbagNoNo
Curtain AirbagYesNo
Knee AirbagsNoNo
ABSYesYes
Electronic Brakeforce DistributionYesYes
Electronic Stability ProgramYesYes
Day & Night Rear View MirrorYesNo
Hill Hold ControlYesNo
Hill AssistNoYes
Hill Descent ControlNoNo
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)YesNo
Traction ControlYesYes
Blind Spot MonitoringNoNo
Lane AssistNoNo
Forward Collision WarningNoNo
Auto Emergency BrakingNoNo
Driver Drowsiness DetectionNoNo
Child Seat Anchor PointsYesNo
Parking SensorsRearRear
Speed Alert SystemtickNo
Parking AssistanceRear CameraRear Camera
Speed Sensing Auto Door LockYesNo
DashcamNoNo
Electric ORVM HeatingYesNo
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)tick-
Electronic differential lock systemtick-
Seat belt reminder (Driver & Co-driver)tick-
Tire Pressure Deflation Warningtick-

Lights

Automatic HeadlampsYesNo
Light TypeLEDProjector
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)LEDYes
Turn Indicators on ORVMYesYes
Fog LampsLEDNo
Ambient LightingYesNo
Automatic High Beam AssistNoNo
Follow-Me-Home HeadlampsYesNo
Cornering LightsYesNo
Cabin LampsFront & RearYes

Exterior Features

SunroofElectrically AdjustableNo
Roof RailsNoNo
Shark Fin AntennaYesNo
Body-Coloured ORVMsYesNo
Chrome AccentsYesNo
ORVM AdjustmentsElectrically Adjustable & RetractableYes
Rear SpoilerYesNo
Skid PlatesNoNo
Side StepsNoNo

Instrumentation

Instrument ClusterDigitalYes
Trip MeterDigitalYes
Average Fuel Efficiency IndicatorYesYes
Average SpeedYesNo
ClockDigitalYes
Low Fuel WarningYesYes
Door Ajar WarningYesYes
Adjustable Cluster BrightnessYesNo
Gear IndicatorYesNo
Shift IndicatorYesNo
TachometerDigitalYes
Seat Belt WarningYesYes

Entertainment

Infotainment SystemYesNo
Touchscreen Display Size10-inchYes
Audio SystemYesYes
SpeakerstickYes
TweetersNoNo
SubwooferNoNo
GPS NavigationYesYes
Voice CommandsYesNo
Smartphone ConnectivityAndroid Auto, Apple CarPlay (Wireless)Yes
Bluetooth SupportYesYes
USB SupportYesYes
AUX CompatibilityNoNo
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring)YesNo
Heads-Up Display (HUD)NoNo
RadioYesYes

Advanced Features

Connected Car TechnologyYesNo
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA)YesNo
GeofencingYesNo
Digital KeyNoNo
AI Voice AssistanceYesNo
Auto Park AssistNoNo
Autonomous Driving LevelNoLevel 2
SOS ButtonYesNo

Manufacturer Warranty

Type Battery WarrantyNo3 Years
Type Manufacturer Warranty4 Years / 100,000 Km3 Years

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