Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 and the Volkswagen Virtus side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is available at ₹369,899, while the Volkswagen Virtus is priced at ₹1,195,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 comes with a 998 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Virtus's 999 cc / 1498 cc, producing 50.4 kW@5600 rpm and 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 24.90 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 versus 19.89 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 19.41 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI for the Volkswagen Virtus. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | Standard 12V car battery | — |
| Displacement | 998 cc | 999 cc / 1498 cc |
| Drive Type | Front‑Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | K-Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine | 1.0L TSI / 1.5L TSI ACT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 litres | 47 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5‑speed | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 24.90 kmpl | 19.89 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 19.41 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 3 (1.0L) / 4 (1.5L) |
| Power | 50.4 kW@5600 rpm | 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 91 Nm @ 3500 rpm | 178 Nm (1.0L) / 250 Nm (1.5L) |
| Transmission Type | 5‑speed Manual / 5‑speed AMT | Manual / Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 214 l | 521 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1705 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 179 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 740–757 kg | 1215 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3530 mm × ~1490 mm × ~1520 mm | 4561 mm / 1752 mm / 1507 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2380 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Collapsible/adjustable steering column | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual air conditioning | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Semi‑digital | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Adaptive |
| Infotainment System | Available touchscreen (7″ SmartPlay Studio on higher trims) | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Manual adjustable ORVMs | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front power windows on most trims | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric seats | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | 2‑4 speaker audio (varies by trim) | 8 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes (painted bumpers on most trims) | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | — | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Not Available (Sedan) |
| Tail Lamp Type | Standard halogen combination lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 145/80 R13 | 205/55 R16 / 215/45 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel | 16-inch / 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 airbags standard | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | — | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | — | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Solid WhiteMetallic Silky SilverMetallic Granite GreyMetallic Speedy BlueMetallic Sizzling RedPremium Earth GoldPearl Bluish Black | Candy WhiteReflex SilverCarbon Steel GreyLava BlueRising Blue MetallicDeep BlackCherry RedAvocado-PearlCarbon Steel Grey Matte |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.2 |
