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Honda City vs Volkswagen Virtus

In 2024 when choosing between the Honda City and Volkswagen Virtus, assess both models based on Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours.

Honda City Price starts at Rs. 11.82 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for ZX Petrol MT, Volkswagen Virtus Price starts at Rs. 11.56 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Highline 1.0 TSI AT. City: 1498 cc engine, 17.8 to 18.4 kmpl mileage. Virtus: 999 cc engine, 18.45 to 20.66 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
City vs Virtus Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS City Virtus
BrandHondaVolkswagen
Price₹ 11.82 Lakhs₹ 11.56 Lakhs
Mileage17.8 to 18.4 kmpl18.45 to 20.66 kmpl
Engine Capacity1498 cc999 cc
TransmissionManual, Automatic Manual, Automatic
Cylinders43

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City
Honda City
ZX Petrol MT
₹15.05 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Virtus
Volkswagen Virtus
Highline 1.0 TSI AT
₹14.88 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Specification
Engine Type
1.5 i-VTEC with VTC1.0L TSI
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
145 Nm @ 4300 rpm178 Nm @ 1750-4500 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 6 GearsAutomatic (TC) - 6 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
119 bhp @ 6600 rpm114 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm
Drivetrain
FWDFWD
Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2BS 6
Engine
1498 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC999 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Minimum Turning Radius
5.3 metres5.05 metres
Rear Brake Type
DrumDrum
Spare Wheel
AlloySteel
Front Tyres
185 / 55 R16205 / 55 R16
Wheels
Alloy WheelsSteel Rims
Steering Type
Power assisted (Electric)Power assisted (Electric)
Front Brake Type
Ventilated DiscDisc
Front Suspension
McPherson Strut with Coil SpringMc-Pherson Suspension and Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam with Coil SpringTwist Beam Axle
Rear Tyres
185 / 55 R16205 / 55 R16
Length
4549 mm4561 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm179 mm
Wheelbase
2600 mm2651 mm
Height
1489 mm1507 mm
Kerb Weight
1135 kg1188 kg
Width
1748 mm1752 mm
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows2 Rows
Bootspace
506 litres521 litres
Seating Capacity
5 Person5 Person
Doors
4 Doors4 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 litres45 litres
Features
Steering Adjustment
Tilt & TelescopicManual Tilt & Telescopic
Cabin-Boot Access
NoYes
Heater
Yes-
Cruise Control
YesYes
Parking Sensors
Rear-
Parking Assist
Reverse Camera with GuidanceReverse Camera
Keyless Start/ Button Start
YesYes
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Driver & Co-DriverCo-Driver Only
Air Conditioner
Yes (Automatic Climate Control)Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Anti-glare Mirrors
Electronic - Internal Only-
12V Power Outlets
3-
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
YesYes
Front AC
Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control-
Rear AC
Blower, Vents Behind Front ArmrestBlower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Yes-
Trip Meter
Electronic 2 Trips-
Shift Indicator
No-
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Clock
DigitalDigital
Low Fuel Level Warning
YesYes
Tachometer
Analogue-
Instantaneous Consumption
YesYes
Gear Indicator
NoYes
Instrument Cluster
Analogue - DigitalAnalogue - Digital
Average Speed
Yes-
Average Fuel Consumption
YesYes
Distance to Empty
Yes-
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹17,41,411₹18,44,196
Ex-Showroom Price
₹15,05,000₹14,87,900
RTO
₹1,66,500₹2,85,851
Insurance
₹69,411₹69,945
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
Expert Rating
Pros and Cons
Pros
Sportier looksFeature additions in cabinADAS (Honda Sense)
Cons
Sedate drive character

City Comparison with other cars

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Virtus Comparison with other cars

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Volkswagen Virtus999 cc to 1498 cc | Petrol | Manual,Automatic₹11.56 - 19.41 Lakhs**Ex-showroom price
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Hyundai Verna1482 cc to 1497 cc | Petrol | Manual,Automatic₹10.96 - 17.38 Lakhs**Ex-showroom price
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Volkswagen Virtus999 cc to 1498 cc | Petrol | Manual,Automatic₹11.56 - 19.41 Lakhs**Ex-showroom price
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