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    Volkswagen Virtus vs Citroen Basalt X

    Should you buy Volkswagen Virtus or Citroen Basalt X? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Volkswagen Virtus price starts at Rs 10.50 Lakh ex-showroom for Comfortline (Petrol) and Citroen Basalt X price starts Rs 8.55 Lakh ex-showroom for You (Petrol). Virtus has 1498 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Basalt X has 1199 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Virtus has a mileage of 20.8 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Basalt X has a mileage of 19.5 kmpl (Petrol top model).

    Virtus Vs Basalt X

    Key HighlightsVolkswagen VirtusCitroen Basalt X
    On Road PriceRs.22,19,301*Rs.16,35,120*
    Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
    Engine(cc)14981199
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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    Volkswagen Virtus vs Citroen Basalt X comparison

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          Volkswagen Virtus
          Volkswagen Virtus
          Anniversary Edition
            Rs19.20 Lakh*
            *Ex-showroom Price
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                Citroen Basalt X
                Citroen Basalt X
                Max Turbo X AT DT
                  Rs14.11 Lakh*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price in New Delhi
                Rs.22,19,301*
                Rs.16,35,120*
                Finance Available (EMI)
                Rs.42,240/month
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                Rs.32,155/month
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                Insurance
                Rs.83,412
                Rs.64,665
                User Rating
                4.5
                Based on 474 Reviews
                4.5
                Based on 39 Reviews
                Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)
                Rs.5,780
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                Brochure not available
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                Engine & Transmission
                Engine Type
                1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
                Puretech 110
                Displacement (cc)
                1498
                1199
                No. of Cylinders
                Max Power (bhp@rpm)
                147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm
                109bhp@5500rpm
                Max Torque (nm@rpm)
                250Nm@1600-3500rpm
                205Nm@1750-2500rpm
                Valves Per Cylinder
                4
                4
                Turbo Charger
                YesYes
                Transmission Type
                Automatic
                Automatic
                Gearbox
                7-Speed DSG
                6-Speed
                Drive Type
                FWD
                Fuel & Performance
                Fuel Type
                Petrol
                Petrol
                Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
                19.62
                18.7
                Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
                45
                -
                Emission Norm Compliance
                BS VI 2.0
                BS VI 2.0
                Suspension, Steering & Brakes
                Front Suspension
                MacPherson Strut suspension
                MacPherson Strut suspension
                Rear Suspension
                Rear twist beam
                Rear twist beam
                Steering Type
                Electric
                Electric
                Steering Column
                Tilt & Telescopic
                Tilt
                Turning Radius (Metres)
                5.05
                -
                Front Brake Type
                Disc
                Ventilated Disc
                Rear Brake Type
                Drum
                Drum
                Tyre Size
                205/55 R16
                205/60 R16
                Tyre Type
                Radial & Tubeless
                Radial Tubeless
                Wheel Size (Inch)
                -
                No
                Dimensions & Capacity
                Length (mm)
                4561
                4352
                Width (mm)
                1752
                1765
                Height (mm)
                1507
                1593
                Ground Clearance Laden (mm)
                145
                -
                Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
                179
                -
                Wheel Base (mm)
                2651
                2651
                Front Tread (mm)
                1511
                -
                Rear Tread (mm)
                1496
                -
                Kerb Weight (kg)
                1269
                -
                Grossweight (kg)
                1685
                -
                Reported Ground Clearance (Unladen) (mm)
                -
                180
                Seating Capacity
                5
                5
                Boot Space (Litres)
                521
                470
                Comfort & Convenience
                Power Steering
                YesYes
                Automatic Climate Control
                YesYes
                Accessory Power Outlet
                YesYes
                Rear Seat Headrest
                Adjustable
                Adjustable
                Adjustable Headrest
                YesYes
                Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
                YesYes
                Rear AC Vents
                YesYes
                Multifunction Steering Wheel
                YesYes
                Cruise Control
                Yes
                -
                Parking Sensors
                Rear
                Rear
                Foldable Rear Seat
                60:40 Split
                -
                Engine Start Stop Button
                YesYes
                Voice Commands
                Yes
                -
                Paddle Shifters
                Yes
                -
                USB Charger
                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear
                Central Console Armrest
                With Storage
                With Storage
                Gear Shift Indicator
                -
                Yes
                Additional Features

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                Parcel Shelf

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                One Touch Operating Power Window
                Driver's Window
                All
                Drive Modes
                -
                3
                Idle Start Stop SystemYesYes
                Power Windows
                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear
                Cup Holders
                Front & Rear
                -
                Drive Mode Types
                -
                Minimal-Eco-Dual Mode
                Air Conditioner
                YesYes
                Heater
                YesYes
                Adjustable Steering
                Height & Reach
                Powered Adjustment
                KeyLess EntryYesYes
                Ventilated Seats
                Yes
                -
                Height Adjustable Driver Seat
                YesYes
                Electric Adjustable Seats
                Front
                -
                Interior
                Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
                -
                Yes
                Glove Box
                YesYes
                Interior Lighting
                Ambient light, Footwell Lamp
                -
                Digital ClusterYesYes
                Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
                8
                7
                Upholstery
                Leatherette
                Leatherette
                Exterior
                Photo Comparison
                WheelVolkswagen Virtus WheelCitroen Basalt X Wheel
                HeadlightVolkswagen Virtus HeadlightCitroen Basalt X Headlight
                TaillightVolkswagen Virtus TaillightCitroen Basalt X Taillight
                Front Left SideVolkswagen Virtus Front Left SideCitroen Basalt X Front Left Side
                Available ColoursLava BlueCarbon Steel Grey MatteRising Blue MetallicCarbon Steel GreyDeep Black PearlReflex SilverCandy WhiteWild Cherry Red+3 MoreVirtus ColoursCosmos BluePerla Nera BlackPolar WhiteSteel GreyGarnet RedBasalt X Colours
                Body Type
                Adjustable Headlamps
                -
                Yes
                Rain Sensing Wiper
                Yes
                -
                Rear Window Defogger
                YesYes
                Wheel CoversNo
                -
                Alloy Wheels
                YesYes
                Rear Spoiler
                Yes
                -
                Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
                YesYes
                Projector Headlamps
                -
                Yes
                Cornering Foglamps
                Yes
                -
                LED DRLs
                YesYes
                LED Headlamps
                YesYes
                LED Taillights
                YesNo
                LED Fog Lamps
                Yes
                -
                Automatic Headlamps
                Yes
                -
                Fog Lights
                Front & Rear
                Front
                Antenna
                Shark Fin
                Shark Fin
                Sunroof
                Single Pane
                -
                Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
                Powered & Folding
                Powered & Folding
                Tyre Size
                205/55 R16
                205/60 R16
                Tyre Type
                Radial & Tubeless
                Radial Tubeless
                Wheel Size (Inch)
                -
                No
                Safety
                Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
                YesYes
                Brake AssistYes
                -
                Central Locking
                YesYes
                Child Safety Locks
                YesYes
                No. of Airbags
                6
                6
                Driver Airbag
                YesYes
                Passenger Airbag
                YesYes
                Side AirbagYesYes
                Side Airbag Rear
                -
                No
                Day Night Rear View Mirror
                YesYes
                Traction ControlYes
                -
                Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
                YesYes
                Engine Immobilizer
                YesYes
                Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
                YesYes
                Rear Camera
                With Guidedlines
                With Guidedlines
                Anti Pinch Power Windows
                Driver's Window
                -
                Isofix Child Seat Mounts
                YesYes
                Geo Fence Alert
                YesYes
                Hill Descent Control
                Yes
                -
                Hill Assist
                NoYes
                Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)YesYes
                Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)
                5
                -
                Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)
                5
                -
                Bharat NCAP Safety Rating (Star)
                -
                4
                Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)
                -
                4
                Advance Internet
                E-Call & I-CallYes
                -
                SOS ButtonYesYes
                RSAYesYes
                Over Speeding Alert
                -
                Yes
                Valet ModeYes
                -
                Remote Door Lock/Unlock
                -
                Yes
                Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop
                -
                Yes
                Inbuilt APPs
                Apps Store
                -
                Entertainment & Communication
                Radio
                YesYes
                Wireless Phone Charging
                YesYes
                Bluetooth Connectivity
                YesYes
                Touchscreen
                YesYes
                Touchscreen Size
                10.09
                10.23
                Android Auto
                YesYes
                Apple Car Play
                YesYes
                No. of Speakers
                8
                4
                Additional Features

                Wireless Connect with Android Auto

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                Usb Ports
                YesYes
                Tweeter
                -
                2
                Subwoofer
                1
                -
                Rear Touchscreen
                -
                No
                Speakers
                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear

                Pros & Cons

                • Cons
                • Volkswagen Virtus

                  • Sophisticated look: Classy, understated styling. Sporty GT variant on offer too
                  • Feature-loaded: 8-inch digital driver’s display, 10.1-inch touchscreen, ventilated seats, electric sunroof are among the highlights
                  • Great boot space: 521 litre boot is segment leading. 60:40 split rear seats bumps up practicality
                  • Strong engine options: 1- and 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engines promise excitement

                  Citroen Basalt X

                  • Unique road presence: SUV-coupe bodystyle stands out from the rest
                  • In-cabin experience feels rich with leatherette material and ambient lighting
                  • Ride quality: Exceptional ride comfort even for bad roads
                  • Turbo-petrol engine has effortless performance for both city and highway usage
                  • Rear seats offer great comfort which makes it a great chauffeur-driven car
                  • Boot space is massive and can accommodate multiple large suitcases
                • Volkswagen Virtus

                  • Less rear seat space: Lack of width and strong seat contouring means the Virtus is best used as a four seater
                  • Limited powertrains: No diesel of hybrid engine options. City offers a strong hybrid powertrain.

                  Citroen Basalt X

                  • Fit and finish could be better with smoother plastics
                  • Limited powertrains: No diesel or CNG option

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                Questions & answers

                Q ) Which car has good mileage Volkswagen Virtus and Citroen Basalt X?
                A ) The mileage of Virtus is 19.62 kmpl & the mileage of Basalt X is 18.7 kmpl. Volkswagen Virtus gives better mileage than Citroen Basalt X.
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