Comparing the Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster is available at ₹999,900, while the Volkswagen Virtus is priced at ₹1,195,000. On the engine front, the Renault Duster comes with a 1498 cc / 1330 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Virtus's 999 cc / 1498 cc, producing 113 bhp (1.5L) / 152 bhp (1.3L Turbo) and 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.06 kmpl (est.) for the Renault Duster 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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| Displacement | 1498 cc / 1330 cc | 999 cc / 1498 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / AWD (top) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L Petrol Turbo / 1.3L Turbo | 1.0L TSI / 1.5L TSI ACT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 47 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / CVT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 15.06 kmpl (est.) | 19.89 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 19.41 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 (1.0L) / 4 (1.5L) |
| Power | 113 bhp (1.5L) / 152 bhp (1.3L Turbo) | 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 210 Nm (1.5L) / 250 Nm (1.3L Turbo) | 178 Nm (1.0L) / 250 Nm (1.5L) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (CVT) | Manual / Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 478 Litres | 521 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1705 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm | 179 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1190 kg | 1215 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4340 mm / 1804 mm / 1624 mm | 4561 mm / 1752 mm / 1507 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2673 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.1-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive |
| Infotainment System | 10.1-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | 8 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Not Available (Sedan) |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 205/55 R16 / 215/45 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy 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 | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Pearl WhiteSunset RedMoonlight SilverRiver BlueMountain Jade GreenStealth Black | Candy WhiteReflex SilverCarbon Steel GreyLava BlueRising Blue MetallicDeep BlackCherry RedAvocado-PearlCarbon Steel Grey Matte |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
