Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga 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 Ertiga is available at ₹879,999, while the Volkswagen Virtus is priced at ₹1,195,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga comes with a 1462 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Virtus's 999 cc / 1498 cc, producing 75.8 kW @6000 RPM and 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 20.51 km/l (Petrol MT) 20.30 km/l (Petrol AT) 26.11 km/kg (CNG) for the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga 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 | 1.5-litre K15C Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine (Smart Hybrid) | 1.0L TSI / 1.5L TSI ACT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 litres (Petrol) 60 litres (CNG cylinder water capacity) | 47 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5/6-speed Manual | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 20.51 km/l (Petrol MT) 20.30 km/l (Petrol AT) 26.11 km/kg (CNG) | 19.89 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 19.41 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 (1.0L) / 4 (1.5L) |
| Power | 75.8 kW @6000 RPM | 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 139.0 Nm@4300 RPM | 178 Nm (1.0L) / 250 Nm (1.5L) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Manual / Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 209 l | 521 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1760 - 1820 kg | 1705 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 179 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1175 -1275 kg | 1215 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4435 1735 1690 mm | 4561 mm / 1752 mm / 1507 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2740mm | 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 (MID) | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Adaptive |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch SmartPlay Pro Touchscreen | 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 (2nd row) | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (Dual-tone on higher variants) | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | 4-speaker audio system | 8 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Front & Rear USB Ports | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector Halogen | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | 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, 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 | 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 |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Arctic WhitePrime Oxford BlueMagma GreyAuburn RedPearl Metallic Dignity BrownSplendid SilverBluish Black | Candy WhiteReflex SilverCarbon Steel GreyLava BlueRising Blue MetallicDeep BlackCherry RedAvocado-PearlCarbon Steel Grey Matte |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.2 |
