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Volkswagen Virtus vs Ford Escort Comparison

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Virtus vs Escort Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsVirtusEscort
Price10.71 L6.6 L
Power1498 CCN/A
ClassSedanSedan
Mileage18 - 20 KM/LN/A
Virtus
Volkswagen Virtus
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹10.71 L
Escort
Ford Escort
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹6.6 L
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Comfortline 1.0 TSI MT
Volkswagen Virtus
Comfortline 1.0 TSI MT
10.71 L
4W
Ford Escort
4W
6.6 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
7.6
N/A
Value For Money7.00-
Significance7.00-
Styling9.00-
Comfort9.00-
Safety8.00-
Merit Or Usp8.75-

Specifications

Engine Type1.0-litre TSI Three-cylinder Turbocharged Petrol EnginePetrol Engine
Displacement (CC)999 CC1796 CC
No. of Cylinders3N/A
Power114 bhp @ 5,000–5,500 rpm @ 5000-5500 rpmN/A
Torque178 Nm @ 1,750-4,500 rpm @ 1750-4500 rpmN/A
Top Speed190N/A
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph10.5N/A
No. of gears6N/A
Drive TrainFWDN/A
Turbocharger YesN/A
Emissions StandardBS6 Phase 2N/A
Length4561 mm4784 mm
Width1752 mm2080 mm
Height1507 mm1391 mm
Wheelbase2651 mmN/A
Ground Clearance179 mmN/A
Kerb Weight1173 KG1320 KG
Boot Space521 LN/A
No. of Doors5N/A
No. of Rows2N/A
Seating Capacity5N/A
Fuel tank Capacity45.045.0
Mileage ARAI20.19 KM/L13.60 KM/L
Mileage - City16.00 KM/LN/A
Mileage - Highway19.40 KM/LN/A
Front SuspensionMc-Pherson Suspension And Stabiliser BarN/A
Rear SuspensionTwist Beam AxleN/A
Front Brake TypeDiscN/A
Rear Brake TypeDrumN/A
Steering TypeElectromechanical (power Assisted)N/A
Steering AdjustabilityTilt & TelescopicN/A
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelsN/A
Tyre TypeTubelessN/A
Front Tyre Size205/55 R16N/A
Rear Tyre Size205/55 R16N/A
Spare Wheel TypeSteelN/A
Spare Wheel Size205/55 R16N/A

Features

Air ConditionerAutomatic Climate Control No
Front ACSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlNA
Rear AC YesNA
Climate ControlAutomatic No
Idle Start/Stop Button YesNA
Power Windows YesNA
Adjustable ORVMs YesNA
Wireless Phone Charger YesNA
Central Locking YesNA
Driver Seat AdjustmentElectrically AdjustableNA
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentManualNA
Seat UpholsteryLeatheretteNA
Folding Rear Seat YesNA
Split Rear Seat60:40 SplitNA
Front Seatback PocketsFront & RearNA
HeadrestsFront OnlyNA
Seat Memory Function YesNA
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts YesNA
No. of Airbags6NA
Curtain Airbag YesNA
Day & Night Rear View Mirror YesNA
Hill Hold Control YesNA
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) YesNA
Child Seat Anchor Points YesNA
Parking SensorsRearNA
Speed Alert System YesNA
Parking AssistanceRear CameraNA
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock YesNA
Electric ORVM Heating YesNA
Light TypeLED No
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)LEDNA
Fog LampsLEDNA
Ambient Lighting YesNA
Follow-Me-Home Headlamps YesNA
Cabin LampsFront & RearNA
SunroofElectrically AdjustableNA
Shark Fin Antenna YesNA
Body-Coloured ORVMs YesNA
Chrome Accents YesNA
ORVM AdjustmentsElectrically Adjustable & RetractableNA
Rear Spoiler YesNA
Instrument ClusterDigitalNA
Trip MeterDigitalNA
Average Speed YesNA
ClockDigitalNA
Adjustable Cluster Brightness YesNA
Gear Indicator YesNA
Shift Indicator YesNA
TachometerDigitalNA
Infotainment System YesNA
Touchscreen Display Size10-inchNA
Audio System YesNA
Speakers8 No
Voice Commands YesNA
Smartphone ConnectivityAndroid Auto, Apple CarPlay (Wireless)NA
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring) YesNA
Connected Car Technology YesNA
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA) YesNA
Geofencing YesNA
AI Voice Assistance YesNA
SOS Button YesNA
Type Manufacturer Warranty4 Years / 100,000 kmNA

Pros Cons of Volkswagen Virtus

Pros

  • Strong turbo-petrol engine options, especially the 1.5-Litre TSI
  • Five-star Global NCAP safety rating
  • Excellent high-speed stability and composure
  • Spacious 521-litre boot
  • Solid build quality and planted highway manners

Cons

  • No ADAS features
  • No 360-degree camera
  • The DSG gearbox can feel sensitive in heavy traffic
  • Comfort is slightly firmer than that of the Honda City
  • Higher variants can get expensive
     

Verdict

The Volkswagen Virtus is one of the most driver-focused sedans in the segment. It does not follow every trend or overload buyers with gimmicks. Instead, it provides structural safety, turbocharged performance, and true highway confidence.

As Bilal Firfiray summed up during the drive,

“The Virtus is like a proper sedan, it stays stable, is confidence-inspiring and built for the long run.”

If your priority is the number of features and ADS technologies, the Verna may tempt you. If rear seat comfort is the number one priority, the City is still strong. But if you appreciate stability at triple-digit speeds, solid crash protection, and turbo performance, then the Virtus is still making a strong case in the Indian car market.

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