Volkswagen Virtus 1.5 TSI MT Launched at ₹16.89 Lakh

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Volkswagen has finally launched a six-speed manual gearbox option for the 1.5 TSI variants of the Virtus sedan. The new Virtus 1.5 TSI manual has been priced at Rs 16.89 lakh, ex-showroom. The carmaker has also launched new GT Plus variants of Taigun SUV with both manual and DSG automatic gearboxes, prices of which start from Rs 17.79 lakh, ex-showroom.

In order to keep the line-up fresh amid newer competition in their respective segments, Volkswagen has also introduced special exterior paint shade options for the Virtus and Taigun range.

The Virtus 1.5 GT, which was earlier available only with a 7-speed DCT gearbox in a single fully-loaded trim, now comes with a six-speed manual gearbox option. Thanks to this update, the Virtus now has the same powertrain line-up as its sister car, the Skoda Slavia, and importantly makes the 1.5 TSI engine more accessible to a wider audience.

The Virtus now gets two gearbox options for both its engines, with the six-speed manual now becoming standard for the 115hp, 1.0 TSI and the 150hp, 1.5 TSI engines. The 1.0 TSI automatic gets a torque convertor automatic gearbox.

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VW Virtus 1.5 TSI gets new entry-level GT trim for Rs 16.19 lakh

In less than a month, Volkswagen has gone from having just one variant of the Virtus 1.5 TSI to three variants now. Following the launch of the Virtus GT Plus MT last month, Volkswagen has now launched the Virtus GT DSG for a price of Rs 16.19 lakh (ex-showroom). This is the most affordable variant of the Virtus 1.5 TSI yet, and sits below the more feature-equipped GT Plus trim.

The GT trim is the new entry-level trim for the Performance Line variants of the Virtus (1.5 TSI engine-equipped variants). Compared to the GT Plus DSG variant, the newly launched variant is more affordable by Rs 2.38 lakh. While that’s a sizeable difference in price, it does come with the deletion of quite a few features and cosmetic elements.

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Any Idea on when the the units will actually be rolled out to the dealerships. I booked mine on 9th June 2023, Still awaiting confirmation on any tentative delivery date.