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Could be a sign of facelift around the corner. The discounts are even more on the Taigun.

Also, Verna is cheaper with more grunt and equipment. So even with the discounts, the GT+ is not exactly VFM.

The discounts were similar for GT models when I was on the look during last October. However they had good discounts for 1.0 models.

The following is the reply I received from Volkswagen.



As they have clearly mentioned in this email, condensation is happening on the outside of the windshield (colder side). However, their explanation is not satisfying.

Based on my knowledge, condensation should occur on the hotter side when there is a temperature difference. For example, when a glass contains cold water, condensation forms on the outside of the glass. But that's not the case here.

Here, it's happening on the colder side, which is contrary to the natural phenomenon. This suggests that some external influences are at play. Specifically, I've observed that the defogger vent is continuously blowing cold air for no reason, causing fogging outside.

Here is the picture for another usage condition.


in this case, fogging is seen in non-rainy conditions. The temperatures in this case are just the opposite of what I have mentioned earlier: the outside is hotter compared to the inside, and the fogging is still on the outside as expected. and it should be there only.

Regardless of external temperature variations, the fogging persists unabated. As a result, I find myself needing to use the wipers since the defogging option alone does not sufficiently clear the windshield.

If these occurrences were solely due to a normal temperature difference as part of natural phenomena, such fogging should affect all windows equally. However, it's notable that only the windshield experiences this issue, while the other windows remain clear.I have asked the same query to other users, and some of them have also confirmed experiencing the same peculiar behavior. It's frustrating that Volkswagen representatives are dismissing this concern as normal and not taking it seriously. Even after showing the problem to a Volkswagen engineer who came to inspect my rattling and other issues, he was also clueless about this particular fogging problem.

Has anyone else here noticed this issue and can shed some light on what might be causing this unusual behavior?

In Auto mode, the AC vents on top of the dash/towards the windshield is open for some reason. This cools the glass to a temperature that is lower than outside temperature. You need to manually select the option to throw air directly through the front vents. Once this is done, the windshield slowly warms up a bit and the fogging goes away. This is a problem when it's raining/very humid outside.

What I have observed is that when the cabin reaches the set temperature, the front vents shut off, and only the defogger vents and footwell vents remain active to maintain the temperature and avoid direct airflow. The continuous cold airflow from the vents causes fogging, so, as you suggested, I either need to manually control the airflow direction or reduce the temperature by one degree. reducing temperature automatically activates the front air vents and closes the defogger vents but the same thing will repeat once the cabin reaches the set temperature.

This issue is not only noticed during rainy times; it also occurs even in a normal day.

If I have to manually adjust the AC settings every time, then what is the point of having an automatic AC?


I believe that adjusting the temperature of the defogger vent air output correctly, considering factors such as ambient and cabin temperatures, as well as humidity, should resolve the issue. However, I'm unsure if a humidity sensor is available on the windshield of the Virtus. Based on my observations, these are the conclusions I have formulated.

Hi all, I am due for the 6 month service of 1.0 manual. I was told by the advisor that it'll be a paid service, estimated to be around 2000 Rupees. Wanted to clarify, isn't the 6 month service supposed to be free? And what all do they perform during this service?

If this is the first year of the purchase then Yes it is free for VW. Incase this is after the first year then 6 month or a general checkup will cost you around 1200 with GST.

I paid approx 1200 for a general checkup done in Feb this year for the GT and as it was my 2nd year it was chargeable.

Vehicle gets scanned, air filters get cleaned, brakes are cleaned and any topups required are done. They have a 40 points checklist which is done.

Thats surprising. Mine is just 6 months old now. So I guess I'm being taken for a ride here.

There is a possibility of service folks adding up a couple of items that are NOT listed in the mid year inspection. Ask for the work items for 2K BEFORE giving the vehicle for service.

I did ask. All the stuff was inspection related only. No add on or changing of any stuff. I'll talk to the service advisor tomorrow, now that I have confirmation from fellow owners. Infact, even my sales advisor confirmed that the service is free of cost, and assured to respond to my call if these service guys tend to charge anything.

Regarding this windshield fogging i ve this problem in my Skoda Laura as well. I need to change the flow direction to set half towards footwell, that solves the problem.

VW Skoda has launched a new range of accessories for their vehicles, including front parking sensors. However, it's disappointing to see an aftermarket-style setup in these cars, which comes with a separate switch and lacks integration with the infotainment system for OPS display on the screen.




If they had installed this switch in the dummy switch location near the gear lever, it would look much better and be more integrated into the design

Hello folks!

We are in the market for a car with a budget of not more than 30L On-road, Pune. One that will share its garage with a 2017 Honda City (beater) and a 2018 BMW 5 series. The car will be primarily driven by me for my daily factory runs and for outings with family and friends during monsoon or those with less than decent roads on which taking the Bimmer won’t be wise. We were in a similar conundrum a few years ago but were looking at hatchbacks then but eventually dropped the plan because we did not like anything that was available and we could make do with the two cars, until now.

We have a soft corner for sedans (though we are open to considering good ride quality crossovers) and having a car with highest safety rating is non-negotiable. We are also open to the used car market and were also looking at a few less driven Octavias but decided to drop that plan after going through the Octavia thread here because of the niggles and part availably issues since it is a CKD sold in less numbers. And as such, we have landed on the Virtus GT Plus.

I have taken 2 test drives of the car and while it is a great car to drive (slightly stiffer than our City unfortunately), its interior quality, fit and finish leave a lot to be desired, not to mention lack of some comfort features like 360 camera, front parking sensors etc for nearly 25L on road with corporate registration for the top model. Yet there seems to be no other option in the market and so we are close to booking the car. I have a few questions for the GT DSG owners here whose use case might be similar to mine :



1. DQ200. While I will be taking the longest possible warranty coverage for this, has anyone so far faced a failure / malfunction of the same and if so how was the matter handled by the service center and quality of repairs? We tend to keep our cars for a long time, 12+ years easily.
2. Will the ride quality improve a bit if I change the tyres to say Primacy 4 or the likes? Do you think that will be worth the cost?
3. How is the AC performance now on the newer cars? Pune tends to get rather hot in the summers.
4. How is the interior fit holding up over time after going over the ridiculous kinds of rumblers on our roads. Any noises or rattles to expect / watch out for?
5. Can I stick to normal petrol or is using high octane all the time recommended for reliable functioning of the car? If so, which one of the many variants is preferred?

One other thing, I think the car looks really good in its Reflex Silver color and that’s the one my heart wants but the only thing keeping me from going for it is paint matching down the road if a repaint of a panel is needed. In the past I had heard that matching Silver is very difficult and that the repainted panel is most likely to stand out over time. Is that still the case with all the new computerised tech for paint matching? My second choice then would be the Carbon Steel Grey.

Thanks!

- NerdyMillennial

Thanks for sharing. Waiting for your detailed ownership experience. I’m actually looking at the base variant of Virtus, anything you share will be useful.

Did you find the AC effective? Many complaints regarding the Virtus AC is on the forum.

How did you find the performance of LED headlamps? GT variant comes with LED projector, so this should be reflector? Will it match the performance of Kodiaq’s headlights(I know they are not in the same segment, but still)?

Hey! I will be sharing my initial experience this week. The AC is very effective, better than the Highline 1.0 I took a test drive in. I drive it in Jaipur, where temperatures reach around 40-45 degrees, and the AC performs well. No complaints yet.

The LEDs were also a major reason I chose the Virtus over the Slavia. They don't match the Kodiaq's headlights but are decent and get the job done. I drive on highways, and the spread, throw, and intensity are sufficient at speeds of 90 km/h. Beyond that, they don't provide enough confidence. A fog lamp in the base variant would have been nice but can't expect much at the price.

One thing I don't like about the Virtus Base is the interior quality. It's all plastic. My 11-year-old Vento, which was 2L cheaper, still has a better cabin feel. There's no rattling, but when you sit in the car, you don't get the welcoming feel that I get in the Vento or Kodiaq. I haven't tested any other new cars in this price range, so all my thoughts are based on comparisons to the Vento. I don't know if what the Virtus offers is the best in its segment these days or if I'm expecting too much at that price. When I took the test drive, I loved the interiors and didn't have many issues with the quality. But the base variant just lacks that. Had I realized this earlier, I would have checked the Slavia base more thoroughly or even increased the budget to get a better variant.

These are just my initial thoughts. I haven't personally used the car much as it's mostly used by my parents. The car will be with me this week, and I'll provide a more detailed review then.