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The Volkswagen Virtus is a subcompact sedan (B-segment) manufactured by the German automaker Volkswagen since 2018. It is based on the Polo Mk6 with an extended wheelbase and the same Volkswagen Group MQB A0 platform, which it also closely shares with the Taigo/Nivus and T-Cross/Taigun.

Volkswagen Virtus
2019 Volkswagen Virtus 1.6 MSI (Brazil)
Overview
ManufacturerVolkswagen
Also called
Production
  • 2018–present (Brazil)
  • 2022–present (India)
Assembly
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact car (B)
Body style4-door sedan
Platform
  • Volkswagen Group MQB A0
  • Volkswagen Group MQB A0 IN (Indian version)
Related
Powertrain
Engine
  • Petrol:
  • 1.0 L TSI I3
  • 1.4 L TSI I4
  • 1.5 L TSI I4
  • 1.6 L MSI I4
Transmission6-speed manual
6-speed automatic
7-speed DSG
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,651 mm (104.4 in)
Length4,482–4,561 mm (176.5–179.6 in)
Width1,751 mm (68.9 in)
Height1,461–1,487 mm (57.5–58.5 in)
Chronology
PredecessorVolkswagen Vento/Polo sedan

It was first introduced in Brazil in November 2017, with sales starting in January 2018.[2] From Brazil, the vehicle has been exported throughout Latin America. In March 2022, the vehicle was introduced in India to replace the Vento and uses the MQB A0 IN platform adapted for India.

A redesigned version has been sold as the Škoda Slavia in India, which was introduced in November 2021 and went on sale in February 2022. The Virtus is also marketed as the Volkswagen Polo Sedan in South Africa since September 2022.


Markets



Brazil


Rear view (Brazil)
Rear view (Brazil)

The Virtus was introduced in Brazil on 16 November 2017 as a sedan counterpart to the Polo, and slots between the smaller Voyage and the larger Jetta in VW Brazil sedan line-up. It uses the same front fascia as the Polo, including the modifications that were made to the Polo for the South American market such as redesigned bumper. It also features a longer wheelbase which stood at 2,651 mm (104.4 in), 103 mm (4.1 in) longer than the Polo. The trunk has a capacity of 521 litre, an increase of 200 litre from the Polo.[2][3]

In Brazil, all Virtus versions are sold as flex-fuel vehicles (petrol and ethanol). The base 1.6-litre MSI four-cylinder engine generates 130 PS (128 hp; 96 kW) with petrol and 118 PS (116 hp; 87 kW) with ethanol. The rest of the options are all equipped with the TSI engines, with 1.0-litre (116 PS (114 hp; 85 kW) gasoline, 128 PS (126 hp; 94 kW) ethanol), and 1.4-litre (150 PS (148 hp; 110 kW) with both fuels), the latter only available for the GTS version.


Powertrain

Petrol engines
Model Displacement Power Torque Transmission
1.0 200 TSI 999 cc I3 118 PS (87 kW; 116 hp) (with petrol) 200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft) 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic
130 PS (96 kW; 128 hp) (with ethanol)
1.4 250 TSI 1,395 cc I4 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) 6-speed automatic
1.6 MSI 1,598 cc I4 110 PS (81 kW; 108 hp) 155 N⋅m (114 lb⋅ft) 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic

Argentina


The vehicle was released in Argentina in February 2018 with a sole 1.6-litre MSI engine with 6-speed automatic transmission.[4]


Mexico


In Mexico, the Virtus was launched in August 2019, equipped with a 1.6-litre MSI four-cylinder with 110 PS (108 hp; 81 kW).[5] During its initial release, the model was imported from Brazil and placed between the Indian-made Vento and the Jetta.

In September 2022, the updated Virtus was released for the 2023 model year. It is imported from India, while the Vento was discontinued. An optional 1.0-litre TSI engine was introduced alongside the older 1.6-litre engine.[6]


India


The Virtus was introduced in India on 8 March 2022 as a replacement to the Vento and the sister model of the Škoda Slavia.[7] It was launched with the facelifted appearance, differentiated with the Polo and with a revised dashboard design. The Indian version is localized with up to 95% of its parts.[8] As with the Taigun, Škoda Kushaq and Škoda Slavia, it uses the MQB A0 IN platform, and will be exported to 25 countries.[9]

Available models are the Dynamic Line with the locally produced three-cylinder 1.0 TSI engine producing 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) and Performance Line equipped with the four-cylinder 1.5-liter TSI engine featuring cylinder deactivation technology with 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp).[10]

The Virtus GT is the range-topping model which features cosmetic upgrades as compared to the Dynamic line such as dual-tone roof along with sunroof, red accents, red brake calipers and aluminum pedals similar to GTI models. Equipment list included ventilated front seats, wireless smartphone charging, an eight-inch digital instrument cluster, sunroof, and ambient lighting. Sales started on 8 June 2022.[11]


Powertrain

Petrol engines
Model Displacement Power Torque Transmission
1.0L TSI 999 cc I3 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) 175 N⋅m (129 lb⋅ft) 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic
1.5 TSI 1,498 cc I4 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) 6-speed manual or 7-speed DSG

Safety


The Latin American Virtus has front disc brakes.[12]


Latin America


The made-in-Brazil Volkswagen Virtus was sold in Latin America with a standard safety specification of four airbags including two frontal airbags and two seat-mounted side combination torso-head airbags, i-Size approved ISOFIX anchorages, three-point seatbelts in all seats, front and rear seatbelt pretensioners. Electronic Stability Control and post-collision braking were sold in volumes high enough for Latin NCAP's five star rating.

The Virtus was tested by the New Car Assessment Programme for Latin America and the Caribbean (Latin NCAP) in 2017 and achieved five stars for both adult and child protection, performing well across all areas of assessment including the ESC test and side, front and pole impacts (the last two were carried over from the Polo based on technical evidence supplied by Volkswagen). The Virtus also received an award from Latin NCAP Advanced for its pedestrian protection.[13]

2018 Volkswagen Virtus + 4 airbags, made in Brazil
Latin NCAP scores (2018)
Adult occupant stars
Frontal offset impact 15.68 max. 16.00
Side Impact 15.88 max. 16.00
Seatbelt reminders 1.00 max 2.00
Side HPD - Pole test Pass
ESC - GTR8 sin-dwell test Pass
Child occupant stars
Q1.5 dynamics 12.00 max. 12.00
Q3 dynamics 10.00 max. 12.00
CRS installation check 12.00 max. 12.00
Vehicle-based assessment 9.00 max. 13.00
Latin NCAP Advanced
Award 2018 - Pedestrian Protection (UN 127)[14]

In 2020, Latin NCAP introduced a geometric evaluation for head protection airbags for rear occupants;[15] the updated Virtus for Latin America is equipped with curtain airbags instead of the older seat-mounted combination torso-head airbags.[16] Higher trim levels are also sold with Autonomous Emergency Braking, which is part of Latin NCAP's 2020 assessment protocols.


India


The Virtus is sold in India with a standard safety specification of two frontal airbags, i-Size approved ISOFIX anchorages, Electronic Stability Control, three-point seatbelts for all seats, front and rear seatbelt pretensioners, post-collision braking and a tyre pressure monitor. Higher trim levels are fitted with front-seat side torso airbags, and front and rear head-protecting curtains.

The Virtus has not been independently rated by the Global New Car Assessment Programme (Global NCAP).


Sales


Year Brazil Mexico
2018 41,640[17]
2019 46,883[18] 4,898[19]
2020 30,886[20] 6,769[21]
2021 20,571[22] 8,552[23]

References


  1. Bubear, Ryan (2022-09-13). "New Volkswagen Polo Sedan (2022) Price Revealed". Cars.co.za. Retrieved 2022-09-15.
  2. "New Volkswagen Polo-Based Virtus Sedan Officially Revealed". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2022-03-09.
  3. "Novo VW Virtus 2018 - Preços, versões e equipamentos". Motor1.com (in Brazilian Portuguese). Retrieved 2022-03-09.
  4. "VW Virtus desembarca na Argentina somente com motor 1.6". Motor1.com (in Brazilian Portuguese). Retrieved 2022-03-09.
  5. "Volkswagen Virtus llega a México para colocarse entre Vento y Jetta". 2 August 2019.
  6. García, Gerardo (2022-09-06). "El Volkswagen Virtus 2022 ya tiene precio en México: un gran salto en motor y tecnología". Motorpasión México (in Spanish). Retrieved 2022-09-15.
  7. "2022 VW Virtus Revealed As Affordable Compact Sedan For Emerging Markets". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2022-03-09.
  8. "Volkswagen Virtus to be launched in India on 9 June". CarWale. April 12, 2022.
  9. "Volkswagen Virtus sedan revealed; bookings open ahead of May 2022 launch". Autocar India. Retrieved 2022-03-09.
  10. Ahluwalia, Prachi (2022-03-08). "Volkswagen Virtus Sedan Launch Date: Volkswagen Virtus sedan unveiled; Price announcement in May". The Times of India. Retrieved 2022-03-09.
  11. "2022 Volkswagen Virtus sedan unveiled: Key highlights". Hindustan Times Auto News. 2022-03-08. Retrieved 2022-03-09.
  12. Mantilla, Óscar Julián Restrepo (December 20, 2021). "Volkswagen Virtus y Polo mejoran su tecnología para 2022 en Colombia".
  13. "Five stars for Volkswagen's Virtus while GM's Onix improves to three stars". LATIN NCAP - PARA AUTOS MAS SEGUROS. Retrieved 2022-03-15.
  14. "LATIN NCAP". www.latinncap.com.
  15. "LATIN AMERICAN & CARIBBEAN NEW CAR ASSESSMENT PROGRAMME (Latin NCAP) - ASSESSMENT PROTOCOL – ADULT OCCUPANT PROTECTION 2020 - 2024 - 4.2.1 Side Head Protection Device (HPD)" (PDF).
  16. García, Gerardo (2022-09-06). "El Volkswagen Virtus 2022 ya tiene precio en México: un gran salto en motor y tecnología". Motorpasión México (in Spanish). Retrieved 2022-10-05.
  17. "Carros mais vendidos do Brasil em 2018". AUTOO. Retrieved 2021-03-12.
  18. "Carros mais vendidos do Brasil em 2019". AUTOO. Retrieved 2021-03-12.
  19. García, Gerardo (10 January 2020). "Los 374 autos más vendidos de México: la lista completa porque el top 10 ya te lo sabes". Motorpasión México (in Spanish). Retrieved 10 February 2020.
  20. "Carros mais vendidos do Brasil em 2020". AUTOO (in Brazilian Portuguese). 2016-01-01. Retrieved 2021-01-12.
  21. García, Gerardo (2021-01-08). "Los 377 autos más vendidos de México en 2020: la lista completa del ranking de ventas". Motorpasión México (in Spanish). Retrieved 2021-01-12.
  22. "Carros mais vendidos do Brasil em 2021". AUTOO (in Brazilian Portuguese). Retrieved 2022-01-11.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  23. García, Gerardo (2022-01-08). "Los 379 autos más vendidos de México en 2021: la lista completa del ranking de ventas". Motorpasión México (in Spanish). Retrieved 2022-01-11.


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На других языках

[de] VW Virtus

Der VW Virtus ist eine von Volkswagen gebaute Limousine im Kleinwagen-Format auf Basis des VW Polo VI. Das Fahrzeug baut daher auf der MQB-A0-Plattform auf. Das Vorgängermodell des Virtus ist die Stufenheck-Variante des VW Polo V.
- [en] Volkswagen Virtus

[es] Volkswagen Virtus

El Volkswagen Virtus es un automóvil de turismo del segmento B producido por el fabricante alemán Volkswagen. Es un cinco plazas con carrocería sedán de cuatro puertas. Es en esencia la versión de tres volúmenes del Volkswagen Polo VI, con el que comparte numerosos componentes y parte de diseño.[1][2] Está elaborado sobre la plataforma MQB-A0, y se fabrica en São Bernardo do Campo, Brasil. La capacidad volumétrica del baúl es de 521 litros.

[fr] Volkswagen Virtus

La Volkswagen Virtus est une sous-compact sedan (segment B) fabriquée par le constructeur automobile allemand Volkswagen depuis 2018. Il est basé sur la Polo Mk6 avec un empattement allongé et la même plate-forme Volkswagen Group MQB A0, qu'il partage également étroitement avec le Taigo/Nivus et le T-Cross/Taigun. Il a été introduit pour la première fois au Brésil en novembre 2017, avec des ventes à partir de janvier 2018. Du Brésil, le véhicule a été exporté dans toute l'Amérique latine. En mars 2022, le véhicule a été introduit en Inde pour remplacer le Vento et utilise la plate-forme MQB A0 IN adaptée pour l'Inde.[1],[2],[3]

[it] Volkswagen Virtus

La Volkswagen Virtus è una autovettura prodotta dalla casa automobilistica tedesca Volkswagen dal 2018.[1]

[ru] Volkswagen Virtus

Volkswagen Virtus — субкомпактный автомобиль немецкого автоконцерна Volkswagen, находящийся в производстве с 2018 года.


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