Comparing the Renault Kwid 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 Kwid is available at ₹466,000, while the Volkswagen Virtus is priced at ₹1,195,000. On the engine front, the Renault Kwid comes with a 799 cc / 999 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Virtus's 999 cc / 1498 cc, producing 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) and 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI for the Renault Kwid 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 | 799 cc / 999 cc | 999 cc / 1498 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 0.8L SCe / 1.0L SCe | 1.0L TSI / 1.5L TSI ACT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 Litres | 47 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI | 19.89 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 19.41 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 3 (1.0L) / 4 (1.5L) |
| Power | 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) | 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) |
| Starter | Push Button Start (top) | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 72 Nm @ 4386 rpm (0.8L) / 91 Nm @ 4250 rpm (1.0L) | 178 Nm (1.0L) / 250 Nm (1.5L) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AMT) | Manual / Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 279 Litres | 521 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1705 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 184 mm | 179 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 710 kg | 1215 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3731 mm / 1579 mm / 1478 mm | 4561 mm / 1752 mm / 1507 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2422 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Semi-Digital | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Adaptive |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Front Only (base) / All 4 (top) | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers | 8 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs (top) | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen Projector Headlamps | 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 | 165/70 R14 | 205/55 R16 / 215/45 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 14-inch Alloy Wheels (top) | 16-inch / 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | — | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | — | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
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| Color Options | Ice Cool WhiteFiery RedMoonlight SilverZanskar Blue | Candy WhiteReflex SilverCarbon Steel GreyLava BlueRising Blue MetallicDeep BlackCherry RedAvocado-PearlCarbon Steel Grey Matte |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
