Quickly after introducing the GT Edge Path Version of the Volkswagen Taigun, Volkswagen India has launched the following particular version of the Virtus and Taigun SUVs, on November 21.
Dubbed the “Sound Version,” these particular editions have been introduced by the German automaker by means of a teaser final week. Whereas particular insights in regards to the updates haven’t been revealed, the particular editions of the Virtus and Taigun are anticipated to showcase beauty enhancements and incorporate new options to separate them from the common fashions.
Volkswagen: What’s to come back?
Given the title, we anticipate Volkswagen to supply some audio or music system adjustments with particular editions of its SUV and compact sedan contributions. Till additional discover, solely the GT Plus and GT Edge variations of the Taigun and Virtus get a subwoofer and tweeter, which we imagine may very well be given to the higher-spec variations beneath the Highly effective Line.
Since it is a particular version, you too can anticipate some beauty adjustments, for instance, some distinctive stickers like we noticed on the Taigun’s GT Edge Path Version. It’s also essential that this distinctive model just isn’t the identical mannequin vary that Volkswagen revealed within the first a part of the yr.
Likewise, whereas numerous automakers have targeted closely on providing particular editions that revolve round beauty adjustments, Volkswagen has all the benefits of being the one one to color a particular version with audio.
The newest particular version has no change in engines
The newest particular version will put on no mechanical adjustments. The Volkswagen Taigun and Virtus are provided with two turbo-petrol engine choices: a 1-litre three-cylinder unit (115 PS/178 Nm) and a 1.5-litre engine (150 PS/250 Nm).
A 6-speed handbook is normal with each engines. Whereas the previous may be had with an non-compulsory 6-speed computerized transmission, the latter will get a 7-speed DCT (Twin Clutch Transmission) computerized possibility.
Opponents and worth vary
There are solely 4 rivals to the Volkswagen Virtus: Hyundai Verna, Honda Metropolis, Skoda Slavia and Maruti Ciaz. However, the Volkswagen Taigun competes with the Kia Seltos, Toyota City Cruiser Hyder, Honda Elevate, MG Astor, Maruti Grand Vitara, Hyundai Creta, Skoda Kushaq and Citroen C3 Aircross.
The value of the sedan ranges from Rs 11.48 lakh to Rs 19.29 lakh, and the Volkswagen SUV is priced between Rs 11.62 lakh and Rs 19.76 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).
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