Volkswagen Virtus vs Citroen Basalt X - Which One Should You Buy
Volkswagen Virtus vs Citroen Basalt X Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Volkswagen Virtus and Citroen Basalt X Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.
The Volkswagen Virtus comes in 11 variants. Engine options include Petrol as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹10.50 Lakh. The cheapest variant, Comfortline, costs ₹10.50 Lakh, while the top-end variant, GT Plus Sport DSG, is priced at ₹19 Lakh. The Citroen Basalt X comes in 8 variants. Engine options include Petrol as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹8.55 Lakh. The cheapest variant, You, costs ₹8.55 Lakh, while the top-end variant, Max Turbo AT DT, is priced at ₹14.11 Lakh.
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Things We Like in Volkswagen Virtus
- Impressive Performance: Delivers a top speed over 200 km/h and excellent fuel efficiency (20+ km/l on highways).
- Elegant Exterior Design: Features a bold and sleek design, reminiscent of the premium Jetta.
Things We Like in Citroen Basalt X
- Received a 4-star Bharat NCAP rating.
- Turbo manual returns an ARAI-rated 19.5 kmpl.
Things We Don't Like in Volkswagen Virtus
- Upright Rear Seat Backrest: The rear seat backrest is too upright for long journeys, reducing comfort.
- Notchy Gearbox: The gearbox can feel slightly notchy compared to competitors in the segment.
Things We Don't Like in Citroen Basalt X
- No diesel or CNG powertrain option is on offer.
- No ADAS features are offered.
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Citroen Basalt X Comfort Edition Launched at Rs 8.75 Lakh
Citroen has expanded the Basalt lineup with the new X Comfort Edition, priced from ₹8.75 lakh (ex-showroom). Introduced to mark the brand's 108th anniversary, the special edition enhances the coupe-SUV's value proposition with additional comfort and convenience features while retaining the existing powertrain options.
Arjun Nair
July 21, 2026
