T HE VIRTUS IS THE SECOND MODEL TO be released as part of the “India 2.0” initiative and it is built on the MQB-AO-IN platform with up to 95 per cent localisation. Comfortable and sporty sedans have become an almost forgotten category in a market where vehicle makers must now focus on SUVs. Things appear to be changing now as sedans seem to be making a comeback, with some promising and purpose-built models.
This sporty sedan, which is based on the Taigun’s underpinnings, will compete with its cousin, the Škoda Slavia, as well as the Honda City, Hyundai Verna, and Maruti Suzuki Ciaz. It’s bigger and more luxurious than the
