Volkswagen India has launched the highly anticipated Virtus GT Line and Virtus GT Plus Sport in the Indian market with a fresh and aesthetically enhanced avatar. This launch also includes an upgraded feature package for the Taigun GT Line and the introduction of a new Highline Plus variant for both car lines under the India 2.0 initiative.

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The Virtus has become India’s top sedan, and Volkswagen is committed to maintaining this momentum with the introduction of the Virtus GT Line and Virtus GT Plus Sport, said the company in the official release. The prices start at Rs 14.07 lakh (ex-showroom) for the GT Line and Rs 17.84 lakh (ex-showroom) for the GT Plus Sport, both featuring a 6-speed manual transmission.

Commenting on the announcement, Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars India said, “To stay competitive in this market, we have continued to amplify customer excitement with introductions such as GT Line and GT Plus Sport."

"This sporty sedan now gets an evocative new avatar that caters to the discerning customers who are looking for differentiated aesthetics, he added.

The Virtus GT Line democratizes the GT badge with features like an electric sunroof, a 20.32 cm digital cockpit, and a 25.65 cm VW Play touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, KESSY – Push button start stop, Auto dimming IRVM, Rain sensing wipers, Auto headlights and much more. It is powered by the 1.0l TSI engine. Safety is also prioritized, as the GT Line comes standard with six airbags and achieves a 5-star GNCAP safety rating. The Virtus GT Line will offer customers new features such as:

Exterior -

  • Blackened LED headlamps with LED DRL
  • Blackened front grille
  • 40.6 cm R16 ‘Razor’ black alloy wheels
  • Electric sunroof
  • KESSY – keyless entry and start-stop system
  • GT Line badge on doors, boot lid
  • Black coloured ORVMs
  • Dark chrome door handle garnish
  • Black design strip in front & rear
  • Black coloured ‘VIRTUS’ letters on boot lid
  • Signature LED tail lamps
  • Glossy Black spoiler on boot lid
  • Black coloured window bar

Interior -

  • 6 Airbags
  • ESC, ABS, EBD, TCS, BA, Muticollision brakes
  • Tyre pressure deflation warning
  • Hill hold control
  • Front & rear fog lamp
  • 20.32 cm Digital cockpit
  • 25.65 cm VW Play touchscreen infotainment
  • Smart touch Climatronic AC
  • Black coloured Interiors - headliner, sun-visors, grab handles, door trim
  • Glossy black dashboard décor
  • Red ambient lights
  • Alu pedals
  • Black leatherette + fabric seat upholstery with Gray stitching

On the other hand, the Virtus GT Plus Sport is aimed at enthusiasts looking for exceptional performance and design. It features a 25.65 cm VW play touchscreen infotainment with
amplifier and subwoofer, 20.32 cm digital cockpit (instrument cluster), electric front
seats (Driver + Co-driver) - 1st in segment, ventilated front seats, auto headlights,
rain sensing wipers and much more.

It also features a powerful 1.5l TSI EVO petrol engine with 6-speed Manual and 7-speed DSG transmission options, along with top-of-the-line specifications, including ventilated front seats and a segment-first electric front seat adjustment. The Virtus GT Plus Sport will
feature aesthetic enhancements on both exterior and interior trims. 

Exterior Enhancement -

  • Front GT Logo in red colour
  • Blackened LED headlamps
  • Red coloured GT fender badge
  • Red coloured GT badge on boot lid
  • Aero-kit : Front bumper, rear bumper, side running board, rear diffuser
  • Blackened front grille
  • Black coloured ORVMs
  • Black coloured window bar
  • Dark chrome door handlegarnish
  • Black design strip in front
  • Black coloured ‘VIRTUS’ letters on boot lid
  • Black coloured rear design strip
  • Glossy Black spoiler on boot lid
  • Red coloured front brake callipers
  • 40.6 cm R16 ‘Razor’ black alloy wheels
  • Dual tone roof

Interior Enhancement -

  • Black coloured Interior
  • Red coloured stitching on the steering wheel
  • Red coloured stitching on the seat covers
  • GT Clasp with Red Accent on Steering wheel
  • Black coloured headliner
  • Black coloured ‘A’, ‘B’ and ‘C’ Pillars
  • Glossy black dashboard décor
  • Glossy black door handle décor
  • Black grab-handles
  • Black sun-visor, holders
  • Black roof lamp housing
  • Red ambient lights
  • Alu pedals
  • Black leatherette seat upholstery

Volkswagen has also enhanced the Taigun GT Line’s features and introduced a new Highline Plus variant for both the Taigun and Virtus, starting at Rs 13.87 lakh (ex-showroom). The enhanced feature package on the Taigun GT Line includes:

  • 20.32 cm Digital cockpit
  • Electric sunroof
  • KESSY - Push button start stop
  • Alu pedals
  • Rain sensing wipers
  • Auto-dimming IRVM

The key feature highlights of the Highline Plus variant includes:

  • 20.32 cm Digital cockpit
  • Auto dimming IRVM
  • KESSY - Push button start stop
  • Electric sunroof
  • Auto Headlights
  • Rain sensing wipers
  • Auto coming/ leaving home lights

With the launch of the new “Chrome” and “Sport” offer structures, Volkswagen aims to provide unique design personas for its models, catering to diverse customer preferences. This refreshed product lineup underscores Volkswagen's commitment to innovation, style, and performance in India.

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