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Audi RS Q8 vs Volkswagen Virtus

Should you buy Audi RS Q8 or Volkswagen Virtus? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Audi RS Q8 price starts at Rs 2.22 Cr ex-showroom for 4.0 TFSI Quattro (Petrol) and Volkswagen Virtus price starts Rs 11.56 Lakh ex-showroom for Comfortline (Petrol). RS Q8 has 3998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Virtus has 1498 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the RS Q8 has a mileage of - (Petrol top model)> and the Virtus has a mileage of 20.8 kmpl (Petrol top model).

RS Q8 Vs Virtus

Key HighlightsAudi RS Q8Volkswagen Virtus
On Road PriceRs.2,55,52,576*Rs.22,43,845*
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)39981498
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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Audi RS Q8 vs Volkswagen Virtus comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.2,55,52,576*
Rs.22,43,845*
Finance Available (EMI)Rs.4,86,370/month
Rs.43,185/month
InsuranceRs.8,86,156
RS Q8 Insurance

Rs.80,516
Virtus Insurance

User Rating
4
Based on 72 Reviews
4.4
Based on 330 Reviews
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)-
Rs.5,780
Brochure
Brochure not available

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
V8 Twin Turbo Engine
1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
Displacement (cc)
3998
1498
No. of Cylinders
8
8 Cylinder Cars
4
4 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
591.39bhp@6000rpm
147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
800Nm@2200-4500rpm
250Nm@1600-3500rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Turbo Charger
YesYes
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Automatic
Gear Box
8-Speed tiptronic
7-Speed DSG
Mild Hybrid
YesNo
Drive Type
AWD
FWD
Clutch Type
Dual-Clutch
-

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypePetrol
Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)-
19.62
Mileage WLTP (kmpl)8.26
-
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)85
45
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)250
190

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
Sport Adaptive Air Suspension
Mc-Pherson suspension and stabiliser bar
Rear Suspension
Sport Adaptive Air Suspension
Twist beam axle
Shock Absorbers Type
Anti Roll Bar
-
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Steering Column
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type
Rack & Pinion
-
Turning Radius (Metres)
-
5.05
Front Brake Type
ceramic Ventilated Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
ceramic Ventilated Disc
Drum
Top Speed (Kmph)
250
190
0-100kmph (Seconds)
3.8
-
Braking (100-0kmph) (Seconds)
-
40.66m

Tyre Size
295/35 R23
205/55 R16
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless,Radial
0-100Kmph (Tested) (Seconds)-
9.03

City driveability (20-80kmph) (Seconds)-
5.37

Braking (80-0 kmph) (Seconds)-
25.07m

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
5012
4561
Width (mm)
2190
1752
Height (mm)
1751
1507
Ground Clearance Laden (mm)
-
145
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
-
179
Wheel Base (mm)
2651
2741
Rear Tread (mm)
1020
1496
Kerb Weight (kg)
2390
1275
Grossweight (kg)
3015
1685
Rear Headroom (mm)
981

-
Front Headroom (mm)
981

-
Front Shoulder Room (mm)
1512

-
Rear Shoulder Room (mm)
1486

-
Seating Capacity
5
5
Boot Space (Litres)
605
521
No. of Doors
5
4

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Windows Front
YesYes
Power Windows Rear
YesYes
Power Boot
No-
Automatic Climate Control
4 Zone
Yes
Remote Trunk Opener
Yes-
Remote Fuel Lid Opener
No-
Low Fuel Warning Light
YesYes
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
YesYes
Vanity Mirror
YesYes
Rear Reading Lamp
YesYes
Rear Seat Headrest
YesYes
Adjustable Headrest
YesYes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
YesYes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes-
Cup Holders Front
Yes-
Cup Holders Rear
YesYes
Rear AC Vents
YesYes
Heated Seats Front
Yes-
Seat Lumbar Support
YesYes
Active Noise Cancellation
Yes-
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
YesYes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Navigation System
YesYes
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
-
Yes
Foldable Rear Seat
60:40 Split
60:40 Split
Smart Access Card Entry
-
Yes
Smart Key Band
No-
Engine Start Stop Button
YesYes
Glove Box Cooling
YesYes
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Voice Command
Yes-
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
YesYes
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest
YesWith Storage
Tailgate Ajar
Yes-
Hands-Free Tailgate
Yes-
Gear Shift Indicator
NoNo
Rear Curtain
NoNo
Luggage Hook And NetNoNo
Lane Change Indicator
Yes-
Massage Seats
Front
-
Memory Function Seats
Front
-
Drive Modes
2
-
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Ventilated Seats
YesYes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Electric Adjustable Seats
Front
-
Automatic Headlamps
YesYes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
YesYes

Interior

Tachometer
Yes-
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
YesYes
Leather SeatsYesYes
Fabric Upholstery
-
No
Leather Steering WheelNo-
Leather Wrap Gear Shift SelectorYes-
Glove Compartment
NoYes
Digital Clock
YesYes
Cigarette LighterNo-
Digital Odometer
YesYes
Driving Experience Control EcoYes-
Dual Tone Dashboard
-
Yes
Additional FeaturesSports contoured flat bottomed steering wheel, Contour/Ambient lighting package, Sports seats in front with Alcantara/leather combination Upholstery
Premium dual tone interiors, High quality scratch-resistant dashboard, Rave Glossy/Dark Red Glossy and Glossy Black décor inserts, Chrome accent on air vents slider, Leather + Leatherette seat upholstery, Driver side foot rest, Driver side sunvisor with ticket holder, Passenger side sunvisor with vanity mirror, Foldable roof grab handles, front, Foldable roof grab handles with hooks, rear, Rear seat backrest split 60:40 foldable, Front center armrest in leatherette, sliding, with storage box, Rear center armrest with cup holders, Ambient light pack: LEDs for door panel switches, front and rear reading lamps, Luggage compartment illumination, 20.32 cm Digital cockpit (instrument cluster), 12V Plug front, Front 2x USB-C sockets (data+charging), Rear 2x USB-C socket module (charging only),Auto coming/leaving home lights, Seat upholstery GT - Leather/leatherette combination, Red ambient lighting, GT welcome message on infotainment

Exterior

Available Colors
Orca Black Metallic
Galaxy-Blue-Metallic
Dragon Orange Metallic
Daytona Gray Pearlescent
Floret Silver Metallic
Matador Red Metallic
Glacier White Metallic
Navarra Blue Metallic
RS Q8 Colors
Lava Blue
Rising Blue Metallic
Curcuma Yellow
Carbon Steel Grey
Deep Black Pearl
Reflex Silver
Candy White
Wild Cherry Red
Virtus Colors
Body TypeSUV
All SUV Cars
Sedan
All Sedan Cars
Adjustable HeadlightsYesYes
Fog Lights Front
YesYes
Fog Lights Rear
NoYes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror
-
No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Rain Sensing Wiper
YesYes
Rear Window Wiper
Yes-
Rear Window Defogger
YesYes
Wheel Covers-
No
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Power AntennaNoNo
Rear Spoiler
YesYes
Sun Roof
Optional
Yes
Side Stepper
Optional
-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
YesYes
Integrated AntennaYesYes
Chrome Grille
No-
Chrome Garnish
NoNo
Dual Tone Body Colour
-
Yes
Cornering Foglamps
-
Yes
Roof Rail
Yes-
LightingLED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
-
Heated Wing Mirror
Yes-
LED DRLs
YesYes
LED Headlights
YesYes
LED Taillights
YesYes
LED Fog Lamps
Yes-
Additional FeaturesRS Scuff Plates, High Gloss Styling Package, HD Matrix LED Headlamps with Dynamic light design (optional) RS Sports Exhaust System (optional) Black Styling Package with Black Mirror Housing and roof rails (optional) RS Steel brakes with brake calipers in Red (optional) 23" Cast Aluminium alloy Wheels 23" 5-Y-spoke rotor style Matt Titanium Gray (optional) 23" Alloy wheels in 5-Y-spoke rotor, Anthracite Black, diamond-turned (optional) 23" 5-Y-spoke rotor style (optional) 23" 5-Y-spoke rotor style Black (optional)
GT elements, GT branding at front grill, GT branding at rear, Front fender with GT branding, Red painted brake callipers in front, Black Alloys, Carbon Steel Grey coloured door mirrors housing, Glossy black rear spoiler, Dual tone exterior with roof painted in Carbon Steel Grey, Signature chrome wing - front, Chrome strip on grille - upper, Chrome strip on grille - lower, Lower grill in black glossy, Bonnet with chiseled lines , Sharp dual shoulder lines, Body coloured door handles, Chrome applique on door handles, , Chrome garnish on window bottom line, Signature LED Tail lamps, Signature chrome wing, rear, Auto headlights, Reflector sticker inside doors
Automatic Driving Lights
-
Yes
Tyre Size
295/35 R23
205/55 R16
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless,Radial

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake AssistYesYes
Central Locking
YesYes
Power Door Locks
-
Yes
Child Safety Locks
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
No-
No. of Airbags8
6
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag FrontYesYes
Side Airbag RearYes-
Day Night Rear View Mirror
-
Auto
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror
-
Yes
Rear Seat Belts
-
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
Yes-
Traction ControlYes-
Adjustable Seats
-
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
YesYes
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Crash Sensor
-
Yes
EBD
-
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
YesYes
Advance Safety Features-
Active Cylinder Technology, Engine idle Start/stop, Multi-collison brakes (MCB), Brake disc wiping, Anti-slip regulation (ASR), Electronic differential lock system, Curtain airbags, Tyre pressure deflation warning, All seats with 3-point seat belts, Seat belt reminder (Driver & Co-driver), 5 headrest (for all passengers), Engine iobiliser with floating code system, Reversing camera with static guidelines, Auto-diing interior rearview mirror, Light sensor, Height adjustable co-driver seat
Rear Camera
-
Yes
Anti Theft DeviceYes-
Anti Pinch Power Windows
-
Driver's Window
Speed Alert
YesYes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
YesYes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
YesYes
Heads Up Display
Yes-
Blind Spot Monitor
Yes-
Geo Fence Alert
YesYes
Hill Descent Control
Yes-
Hill Assist
YesYes
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYes-
360 View Camera
Yes-

Entertainment & Communication

Cd Player
No-
Cd Changer
No-
Dvd Player
No-
Radio
YesYes
Audio System Remote Control
Yes-
Mirror Link
No-
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN AudioYesYes
Wireless Phone Charging
YesYes
USB And Auxiliary Input
Yes-
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Wifi Connectivity
Yes-
Compass
Yes-
Touch Screen
YesYes
Touch Screen size (Inch)
-
10.09
Connectivity
Android Auto
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
YesYes
Apple Car Play
YesYes
No. of Speakers
-
8
Additional Features-
Valet mode, Apps- SygicTM navigation, GaanaTM, Booking.comTM, AudiobooksTM, BBC NewsTM, MyVolkswagen Connect - Live tracking, Geo fence, Time fence, Driving behaviour, SOS emergency call, Safety alerts, Trip analysis, Documents due date reminder, Sporty aluminum pedals
SubwooferNoNo

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