Skoda Slavia Facelift vs Volkswagen Virtus - Which One Should You Buy

Only four sedans are remaining in this segment, which once had nearly ten contenders!

A detailed variant-by-variant breakdown of the 2026 Skoda Slavia facelift covering every new feature, who each trim is actually for, and which variants are worth your money.

The new Skoda Slavia borrows a significant amount of features from the Kushaq, such as an 8-speed automatic gearbox, massage function for the rear seats, and electrically adjustable front seats, among others.

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The Škoda Slavia gets its first proper update since its 2022 launch, with a revised face, bigger screens, a 360-degree camera, rear seat massager, and an 8-speed automatic for the 1.0L engine.

Skoda India has released a teaser for the Slavia facelift, set to launch on 18 August. The update brings a refreshed exterior, anticipated interior upgrades, and a new 8-speed automatic gearbox for the 1.0-litre TSI engine.

Skoda has officially teased the Slavia facelift in India, with the launch set for 18 August. The mid-life update brings design tweaks, a new 8-speed automatic for the 1.0 TSI, and a more premium cabin.

Volkswagen India has launched the limited-run Virtus Anniversary Edition at ₹19.19 lakh, based on the GT Plus Sport, with a new Avocado Pearl paint and contrasting black roof. Just 150 units on sale.

The Virtus currently leads the sales in the mid-size sedan segment.

Prices, variants, complete specs and features of the Volkswagen Virtus.