Volkswagen Virtus Mileage & Running Cost

Volkswagen Virtus mileage

Volkswagen Virtus Mileage

11 variants · Petrol · ₹10.50 - 19.00 Lakh L ex-showroom · Best 20.8 kmpl ARAI
₹10.50 - 19.00 Lakh L* Petrol 20.8 kmpl 11 Variants

Some variants of the Volkswagen Virtus are more fuel efficient than others. The difference might surprise you. Check the table.

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Fuel Efficiency Report

Volkswagen Virtus — Fuel Efficiency Report

Ex-showroom price ₹10.50 - 19.00 Lakh L
Petrol
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ARAI Mileage
20.8
kmpl
01 — At a Glance

Volkswagen Virtus Petrol Mileage

Engine-wise breakdown — every powertrain at a glance.

Engine ARAI City Highway Fuel Tank
999 cc 20.8 kmpl kmpl — — 45 Litres L
999 cc 18.12 kmpl kmpl — — 45 Litres L
1498 cc 19.62 kmpl kmpl — — 45 Litres L
02 — Owner Data

Volkswagen Virtus Claimed vs Real World Mileage

Lab figures rarely match daily driving. Here's what owners are actually reporting.

999 cc 6-Speed Manual
ARAI
20.8
Real-world
16*
999 cc 6-Speed Automatic
ARAI
18.12
Real-world
14*
1498 cc 7-Speed DSG Automatic
ARAI
19.62
Real-world
15.1*
*Estimated real-world figure (~77% of ARAI). Based on owner submissions across city and mixed driving. Submit your review →
03 — Variant-Wise

Volkswagen Virtus all Variants Mileage

Tap a variant to see its price and efficiency breakdown.

Comfortline 10.50 Lakh 20.8 kmpl kmpl +
20.8 kmpl kmpl
ARAI Mileage
45 Litres L
Fuel Tank
999 cc
Engine
6-Speed Manual
Transmission
Highline 13.46 Lakh 19.4 kmpl kmpl +
19.4 kmpl kmpl
ARAI Mileage
45 Litres L
Fuel Tank
999 cc
Engine
6-Speed Manual
Transmission
Highline Plus 13.86 Lakh 19.4 kmpl kmpl +
19.4 kmpl kmpl
ARAI Mileage
45 Litres L
Fuel Tank
999 cc
Engine
6-Speed Manual
Transmission
GT Line 14.10 Lakh 19.4 kmpl kmpl +
19.4 kmpl kmpl
ARAI Mileage
45 Litres L
Fuel Tank
999 cc
Engine
6-Speed Manual
Transmission
Highline AT 14.66 Lakh 18.12 kmpl kmpl +
18.12 kmpl kmpl
ARAI Mileage
45 Litres L
Fuel Tank
999 cc
Engine
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Highline Plus AT 14.91 Lakh 18.12 kmpl kmpl +
18.12 kmpl kmpl
ARAI Mileage
45 Litres L
Fuel Tank
999 cc
Engine
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
GT Line AT 15.00 Lakh 18.12 kmpl kmpl +
18.12 kmpl kmpl
ARAI Mileage
45 Litres L
Fuel Tank
999 cc
Engine
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Topline ES 15.11 Lakh 20.08 kmpl kmpl +
20.08 kmpl kmpl
ARAI Mileage
45 Litres L
Fuel Tank
999 cc
Engine
6-Speed Manual
Transmission
Topline AT ES 16.30 Lakh 18.45 kmpl kmpl +
18.45 kmpl kmpl
ARAI Mileage
45 Litres L
Fuel Tank
999 cc
Engine
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
GT Plus DSG ES 18.80 Lakh 19.62 kmpl kmpl +
19.62 kmpl kmpl
ARAI Mileage
45 Litres L
Fuel Tank
1498 cc
Engine
7-Speed DSG Automatic
Transmission
GT Plus Sport DSG 19.00 Lakh 19.62 kmpl kmpl +
19.62 kmpl kmpl
ARAI Mileage
45 Litres L
Fuel Tank
1498 cc
Engine
7-Speed DSG Automatic
Transmission
04 — Plan Ahead

Running Cost Calculator

Estimate what this car will actually cost you to run, based on your driving.

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05 — Driving Smarter

How to Improve Your Mileage

🔄
Check tyre pressure monthly
Under-inflated tyres can drop mileage by 3–4%.
🌿
Use Eco drive mode in city
Eco mode softens throttle response in stop-start traffic.
⚡
Avoid long idling
Turn the engine off at halts longer than 60 seconds.
✈️
Service the air filter on time
A clogged filter forces the engine to work harder.
📋
Load light, roof clear
Roof racks and excess cargo increase drag and weight.
〰️
Smooth acceleration
Gentle throttle inputs reduce fuel-heavy spikes.
06 — Rivals

vs. Competitors — Mileage Only

Model VOLKSWAGEN VIRTUS VOLKSWAGEN TAIGUN VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTI VOLKSWAGEN TAYRON VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN R-LINE
ARAI Mileage 20.8 kmpl 19.98 kmpl 16.5 kmpl 14.86 kmpl 12.58 kmpl
07 — Budget

Cars in a Similar Budget

Matched by segment and price range. Tap to check each car's mileage page.

Hyundai Verna
₹10.99 Lakh–18.26 LakhL
18.6 kmpl
Skoda Slavia
₹10.00 Lakh–18.19 LakhL
20.32 kmpl
Honda City
₹12.00 Lakh–21.00 LakhL
27.26 kmpl
Maruti Suzuki Ciaz
₹9.09 Lakh–11.89 LakhL
20.65 kmpl
08 — Compare

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09 — Owner Voices

Questions From Real Owners

What is the ARAI mileage of Volkswagen Virtus?
Volkswagen Virtus gives a certified ARAI mileage of 20.8 kmpl. This is a lab figure measured under standard test conditions; real-world mileage is typically 15–25% lower depending on driving style and city conditions.
What is the real-world mileage of Volkswagen Virtus?
Owner-reported mileage for the Volkswagen Virtus typically ranges between 70–80% of the ARAI figure. Mixed city-highway driving conditions, AC usage, traffic patterns and driving habits all influence real-world fuel efficiency.
Which Volkswagen Virtus variant gives the best mileage?
The Comfortline variant of the Volkswagen Virtus offers the best mileage at 20.8 kmpl kmpl (ARAI).
How can I improve Volkswagen Virtus mileage?
Keep tyres inflated to the correct PSI, use Eco driving mode in city traffic, avoid unnecessary idling, service the air filter on schedule, and maintain smooth acceleration. These simple habits can improve real-world mileage by 5–10%.
How much does it cost to run the Volkswagen Virtus per km?
At a fuel price of ₹103/litre and the Volkswagen Virtus's best ARAI mileage of 20.8 kmpl, the running cost is approximately ₹4.95 per km. Use the running cost calculator above for a personalised estimate.

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