Hyundai Alcazar vs Volkswagen Virtus
Should you buy Hyundai Alcazar 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. Hyundai Alcazar price starts at Rs 14.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Executive (Petrol) and Volkswagen Virtus price starts Rs 11.56 Lakh ex-showroom for Comfortline (Petrol). Alcazar has 1493 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Virtus has 1498 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Alcazar has a mileage of 20.4 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Virtus has a mileage of 20.8 kmpl (Petrol top model).
Alcazar Vs Virtus
| Key Highlights | Hyundai Alcazar | Volkswagen Virtus |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.25,01,201* | Rs.22,46,676* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1482 | 1498 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Hyundai Alcazar vs Volkswagen Virtus comparison
- Hyundai Alcazar
- Executive Diesel (Diesel) 15.99 Lakh*
- Executive Matte Diesel (Diesel) 16.14 Lakh*
- Prestige Diesel (Diesel) 17.18 Lakh*
- Prestige Matte Diesel (Diesel) 17.33 Lakh*
- Platinum Diesel (Diesel) 19.56 Lakh*
- Platinum Matte Diesel DT (Diesel) 19.71 Lakh*
- Top SellingPlatinum Diesel AT (Diesel) 20.91 Lakh*
- Platinum 6Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 21 Lakh*
- Platinum Matte Diesel DT AT (Diesel) 21.06 Lakh*
- Platinum Matte 6Str Diesel DT AT (Diesel) 21.15 Lakh*
- Signature Diesel AT (Diesel) 21.35 Lakh*
- Signature Matte Diesel DT AT (Diesel) 21.50 Lakh*
- Signature 6Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 21.55 Lakh*
- Signature Matte 6Str Diesel DT AT (Diesel) 21.70 Lakh*
- Executive (Petrol) 14.99 Lakh*
- Executive Matte (Petrol) 15.14 Lakh*
- Prestige (Petrol) 17.18 Lakh*
- Prestige Matte (Petrol) 17.33 Lakh*
- Platinum (Petrol) 19.56 Lakh*
- Platinum Matte DT (Petrol) 19.71 Lakh*
- Top SellingPlatinum DCT (Petrol) 20.91 Lakh*
- Platinum DCT 6Str (Petrol) 21 Lakh*
- Platinum Matte DT DCT (Petrol) 21.06 Lakh*
- Platinum Matte 6Str DT DCT (Petrol) 21.15 Lakh*
- Signature DCT (Petrol) 21.35 Lakh*
- Signature Matte DT DCT (Petrol) 21.50 Lakh*
- Signature DCT 6Str (Petrol) 21.55 Lakh*
- Signature Matte 6Str DT DCT (Petrol) 21.70 Lakh*
Rs21.70 Lakh *VS - Volkswagen Virtus
- Comfortline (Petrol) 11.56 Lakh*
- GT Line (Petrol) 14.08 Lakh*
- GT Line AT (Petrol) 15.18 Lakh*
- Top SellingGT Plus DSG ES (Petrol) 19.15 Lakh*
- GT Plus ES (Petrol) 17.60 Lakh*
- GT Plus Sport (Petrol) 17.85 Lakh*
- GT Plus Sport DSG (Petrol) 19.40 Lakh*
- Highline (Petrol) 13.58 Lakh*
- Highline AT (Petrol) 14.88 Lakh*
- Highline Plus (Petrol) 13.88 Lakh*
- Topline AT ES (Petrol) 16.86 Lakh*
- Topline ES (Petrol) 15.60 Lakh*
Rs19.40 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.25,01,201* | Rs.22,46,676* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.47,610/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.43,005/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.92,612 | Rs.86,587 |
| User Rating | Based on 80 Reviews | Based on 387 Reviews |
| Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years) | - | Rs.5,780.2 |
| Brochure | Brochure not available |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines ✕ | 1.5 T-GDi Petrol | 1.5L TSI EVO with ACT |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | 1482 | 1498 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency. ✕ | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better. ✕ | 158bhp@5500rpm | 147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 18 | 19.62 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 50 | 45 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling. ✕ | MacPherson suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability. ✕ | Rear twist beam | Rear twist beam |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car. ✕ | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4560 | 4561 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors ✕ | 1800 | 1752 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces ✕ | 1710 | 1507 |
| Ground Clearance Laden (mm) The laden ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when it is fully loaded. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. ✕ | - | 145 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | 2 Zone | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Trunk Light Lighting for the boot area. It usually turns on automatically when the boot is opened. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears. ✕ | Yes | - |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | - |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | Yes | - |
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Exterior
| Wheel | ||
| Headlight | ||
| Taillight | ||
| Front Left Side | ||
| Available Colours | Fiery Red Robust Emerald Pearl Robust Emerald Matte Starry Night Atlas White +4 MoreAlcazar Colours | Lava Blue Carbon Steel Grey Matte Rising Blue Metallic Curcuma Yellow Carbon Steel Grey +4 MoreVirtus Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SedanAll Sedan Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | - |
| Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist | Yes | - |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | - |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | - |
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Advance Internet
| Remote Immobiliser | Yes | - |
| Remote Vehicle Status Check | Yes | - |
| Digital Car Key | Yes | - |
| Over the Air (OTA) Updates | Yes | - |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | - | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Hyundai Alcazar
- Better rear seat experience than the Hyundai Creta.
- Segment first features like adjustable underthigh support and a utility tray with a cupholder for the 2nd row.
- Third row for children or small adults.
- Still retains some boot space and 3rd row folds flat to give generous boot space.
- Just like the Creta, it's a feature rich experience with a panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, 2 zones of climate control, and more.
Volkswagen Virtus
- Classy, understated styling. Sporty GT variant on offer too
- Feature-loaded: 8-inch digital driver’s display, 10.1-inch touchscreen, ventilated seats, electric sunroof are among the highlights
- 521 litre boot is segment leading. 60:40 split rear seats bumps up practicality
- Strong engine options: 1- and 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engines promise excitement
Hyundai Alcazar
- 3rd row is not suitable for full-sized adults.
- Not eaisly distinguishible from the smaller Creta.
- Blue plastics show some colour mismatch problems like on the small button cluster on the right side of the steering column.
Volkswagen Virtus
- Lack of width and strong seat contouring means the Virtus is best used as a four seater
- No diesel engine option. Verna and City offer a diesel
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car is cheaper between Hyundai Alcazar and Volkswagen Virtus?
A ) Hyundai Alcazar price starts at ₹14.99 Lakh & Volkswagen Virtus price starts at ₹11.56 Lakh in New Delhi. Volkswagen Virtus is cheaper between these two cars.
Q ) Which car has good mileage Hyundai Alcazar and Volkswagen Virtus?
A ) The mileage of Alcazar is 18 kmpl & the mileage of Virtus is 19.62 kmpl. Volkswagen Virtus gives better mileage than Hyundai Alcazar.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi