Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz 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 Ciaz is available at ₹965,000, while the Volkswagen Virtus is priced at ₹1,195,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz comes with a 1462 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Virtus's 999 cc / 1498 cc, producing 103 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Manual: approx. 20.65 km/l Automatic: approx. 20.04 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz 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 | 12V | — |
| Displacement | 1462 cc | 999 cc / 1498 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L K15 Smart Hybrid Petrol Engine | 1.0L TSI / 1.5L TSI ACT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 litres | 47 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 4-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | Manual: approx. 20.65 km/l Automatic: approx. 20.04 km/l | 19.89 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 19.41 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 (1.0L) / 4 (1.5L) |
| Power | 103 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) |
| Starter | Silent Start with Idle Start-Stop | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 178 Nm (1.0L) / 250 Nm (1.5L) |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Manual / Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 510 litres | 521 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1705 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 179 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1130–1165 kg | 1215 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4490 mm / 1730 mm / 1485 mm | 4561 mm / 1752 mm / 1507 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2650 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Analog with Multi-Information Display | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium Fabric | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | Arkamys Tuned Audio System | 8 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (No Wiper) | Not Available (Sedan) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 185/65 R15 | 205/55 R16 / 215/45 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 16-inch / 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual Front Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
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| Color Options | NEXA Blue (Celestial)Grandeur GreySplendid SilverPearl Metallic Dignity BrownBluish BlackOpulent RedPearl Arctic WhiteOpulent Red And Bluish BlackGrandeur Grey And Bluish BlackPearl Metallic Dignity Brown And Bluish | Candy WhiteReflex SilverCarbon Steel GreyLava BlueRising Blue MetallicDeep BlackCherry RedAvocado-PearlCarbon Steel Grey Matte |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.2 |
