Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Eeco 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 Eeco is available at ₹520,900, while the Volkswagen Virtus is priced at ₹1,195,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Eeco comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Virtus's 999 cc / 1498 cc, producing 52.7 kW @ 6000 rpm and 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.71 km/l CNG: ~26.78 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Eeco 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 lead-acid battery | — |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 999 cc / 1498 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | K12N | 1.0L TSI / 1.5L TSI ACT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Petrol: 32 litres CNG: 65 litres | 47 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-speed manual | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 19.71 km/l CNG: ~26.78 km/kg | 19.89 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 19.41 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 (1.0L) / 4 (1.5L) |
| Power | 52.7 kW @ 6000 rpm | 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) |
| Starter | Electric start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 105.5/3000 | 178 Nm (1.0L) / 250 Nm (1.5L) |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual / Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 275 l | 521 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1,510–1,540 kg | 1705 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 179 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 940–1,085 kg | 1215 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3,675 mm / 1,475 mm / 1,825 mm | 4561 mm / 1752 mm / 1507 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 - 6( Higher Variant) | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2,350 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | No | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual air conditioning (select variants) | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Analog instrument cluster with digital MID | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Adaptive |
| Infotainment System | Basic audio system (select variants) | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | — | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front only (select variants) | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | No | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | 2 speakers | 8 Speakers |
| Sunroof | No | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes (passenger variants) | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | — | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Not Available (Sedan) |
| Tail Lamp Type | Halogen | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 155 R13 | 205/55 R16 / 215/45 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel wheels | 16-inch / 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 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 |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Bluish BlackMetallic Glistening GreySolid WhiteMetallic Brisk BlueMetallic Silky Silver | Candy WhiteReflex SilverCarbon Steel GreyLava BlueRising Blue MetallicDeep BlackCherry RedAvocado-PearlCarbon Steel Grey Matte |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.2 |
