[volkman10]

Teaser to VW Virtus,




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[volkman10]

Volkswagen unveils the Virtus for Brazil,

The top end adopts the TSI 200 engine of 128 HP (ethanol) and 117 HP (gasoline), and 20.4 Kgfm of torque, associated always with six-speed automatic transmission

Loosely based on the Polo which its shares the platform and is very similar to the column "B", but thenrear changes everything, start at the distance between track centres which is the same as the Jetta: 2.65 meters-8.6 cm higher than the Polo.
The rear design is totally new in the Volkswagen range, and, in many ways, is very reminiscent of the Audi A4

The interior of the Virtus brings the same panel of Polo, but with new technology, and improved finish.

Versions and prices of VW Virtus will only be revealed in later stage, closest to the beginning of sales-starting in January.

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More pics of the VW Virtus,

[volkman10]

2018 VW VIRTUS in Video,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbVBBnLiTr4

[i74js]

Simple crisp and beautiful. Very understated and similar to the present gen Vento. The ODO console is very futuristic that has the capability to double up as navigation display; the overall car looks to be knitted together really well !

Let's hope it makes way to the Indian shores too !

[anand.shankar]

Simple and clean design, however it just looks like a Vento with the rear of a Jetta. The Rear seems too butch and awesome for the feeble Front.

The interiors excellent, especially the Speedo console.

[deepfreak15]

I would not be surprised if VW India decides to sell this in India as the replacement of the Jetta

[volkman10]

Volkswagen begins the assembly of Virtus in Brazil,







Link

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kr5Qn5310WM

[volkman10]

Volkswagen Virtus ready for launch (Jan ). Will come in 3 variants - MSI, Comfortline and Highline (TSI).

HighLine variant in pics/discussion

Dimensions weight and capacity:

The Volkswagen Virtus measures 4,482 meters in length, 1,751 meters wide, between axles of 2.65 meters. This version weighs 1,192 kg. The volumetric capacity of the trunk is 521 liters, while that of the fuel tank is 52 liters


Powertrain:

The powertrain consists of a 200 TSI engine, with 126 hp @ 5,500 RPM, and maximum torque of 200 Nm @ 3,000 RPM. This engine is exclusively associated with a six-speed AISIN automatic transmission (torque converter). The steering has electric assistance, and there are front and rear disc brakes.


Safety:

In terms of safety features, the Virtus Highline has 4 airbags, stability control (ESC), electronic traction control (ASR), electronic differential control (EDS) and standard ISOFIX ( child seat).

Technology and Driving Assistance:

On the other hand, with the technology and driver assistance items, the Virtus Highline comes standard with a vehicle start button, Keyless Entry & Go, rear distance sensor.

Optional: front and rear distance sensor, fatigue detector, post-collision braking system. Not available: system start / stop (automatic shutdown of the engine in temporary stops) and electronic concierge.

Connectivity:

Finally, in terms of connectivity, the Virtus Highline TSI will come with 2 front and 1 rear USB ports, analog instrument panel, 6.5-inch infotainment system, App Connect (Mirror Link, Android Auto, Apple Car Play) , Bluetooth with 2 simultaneous connections. GPS works through your Smartphone. Optional: Active Info Display (digital panel) + 8-inch Multimedia Center.













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[Santoshbhat]

Originally Posted by volkman10

Volkswagen Virtus ready for launch (Jan ). Will come in 3 variants - MSI, Comfortline and Highline (TSI).

Looks fantastic! Almost a mini Jetta. This car (even if priced at a premium) would have been so ideal for VW to take on the Vernas and Citys. Of course, one major problem : Its not an SUV nor is it a wannabe

Originally Posted by volkman10

Powertrain:

The powertrain consists of a 200 TSI engine, with [b]126 hp @ 5,500 RPM, and maximum torque of 200 Nm @ 3,000 RPM. This engine is exclusively associated with a six-speed AISIN automatic transmission (torque converter).[The steering has electric assistance, and there are front and rear disc brakes.

What?!! No DSG! VW haters will hate them for that

[graaja]

Originally Posted by Santoshbhat

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What?!! No DSG! VW haters will hate them for that

I would say it is better to have a TC than the problematic DQ200. Looks like VW has decided to drop the DQ200 at last!

[Turbopetrol]

Originally Posted by volkman10

Powertrain:

The powertrain consists of a 200 TSI engine, with 126 hp @ 5,500 RPM, and maximum torque of 200 Nm @ 3,000 RPM. This engine is exclusively associated with a six-speed AISIN automatic transmission (torque converter). The steering has electric assistance, and there are front and rear disc brakes.

What is the displacement of 200 TSI engine?

Also, is 126 hp @ 5,500 RPM achieved using petrol or should ethanol be the fuel for those figures - as mentioned earlier in this thread?

Why would Volkswagen get away from DSG in this model?

[graaja]

Originally Posted by Turbopetrol

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Why would Volkswagen get away from DSG in this model?

My guess: VW has been using the DQ200 (the 7 speed dry clutch DSG) in all cars with with torque less than 250Nm - Octavia 1.8TSi, Vento TSi, Vento TDI DSG, Rapid TDi DSG, Polo GTi to name a few. The DQ200 is notorious worldwide for various problems like early clutch failure, mechatronics failure etc. VW had mass recall programs a few years back on this gearbox. Though VW has been saying it has fixed all the issues, DQ200 gearboxes still keep failing.

Maybe VW came to its senses at last and decided to ditch the DQ200 in this car.

PS: This is purely an assumption from my side and I do not have any information to substantiate this assumption.

[Rajeevraj]

Wonder why they did not attempt to switch to the newer 6/7 speed DSG's they have which are supposedly more reliable.

Isn't the AISIN 6 speed box the one doing duty in the XUV in India. It is definitely a very good TC box.

[Santoshbhat]

Originally Posted by graaja

My guess: VW has been using the DQ200 (the 7 speed dry clutch DSG) in all cars with with torque less than 250Nm - Octavia 1.8TSi, Vento TSi, Vento TDI DSG, Rapid TDi DSG, Polo GTi to name a few. The DQ200 is notorious worldwide for various problems like early clutch failure, mechatronics failure etc. VW had mass recall programs a few years back on this gearbox. Though VW has been saying it has fixed all the issues, DQ200 gearboxes still keep failing.

Maybe VW came to its senses at last and decided to ditch the DQ200 in this car.

PS: This is purely an assumption from my side and I do not have any information to substantiate this assumption.

Too expensive, too complicated and unreliable - That has been the story of dual clutch gear boxes from almost all manufacturers. In this era of social media no manufacturer wants to risk it any more. VAG has been slowly doing away with DSGs for some top Audis too. Also improvements in TC boxes means that they are nearly as good as DCTs now (performance wise). Only sports car makers for whom that 0.1 sec delay in 0 to xxx figure matters hugely in prestige stakes are sticking to DCTs. For the rest a TC will do fine. While the world is moving away from DSGs, let us enjoy our DSGs while we can!

[volkman10]

Originally Posted by Santoshbhat

Looks fantastic! Almost a mini Jetta. This car (even if priced at a premium) would have been so ideal for VW to take on the Vernas and Citys

2019 Jetta will be to be offered in left-hand drive only and will skip many markets.

Enter the VIRTUS to such markets in right -hand drive and will be placed Jetta territory ( price-wise)

Originally Posted by Turbopetrol

What is the displacement of 200 TSI engine?

Also, is 126 hp @ 5,500 RPM achieved using petrol or should ethanol be the fuel for those figures - as mentioned earlier in this thread?

Figures given are for ethanol, with gasoline it will be 116 hp @5500 rpm. The engine is a 1.0L , 3 Cyl, Turbo petrol


Here is the video ( but in Spanish)of Toyota Corolla Vs VW Virtus!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPSSvT9wR78