BMW i5 LWB vs Volkswagen Virtus

Last Updated: September 7, 2026

Volkswagen Virtus price starts at Rs. 10.50 Lakh, which is Rs. 69.10 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of BMW i5 LWB, priced at Rs. 79.60 Lakh. If you're deciding between the i5 LWB and Virtus, the Virtus is the better pick for affordability.

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i5 LWB vs Virtus Comparison Summary

Specification BMW i5 LWBVolkswagen Virtus
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 79.60 LakhRs. 10.50 Lakh
Mileage Not Available19.62 kmpl
Engine Not Available1498 cc
Max power Not Available147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm

i5 LWB vs Virtus Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW i5 LWB eDrive35L M SportVolkswagen Virtus Anniversary Edition
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Brand Name BMW Volkswagen
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 79.60 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 19.20 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement Not Available 1498 cc
Body Type SedanAll Sedan Cars SedanAll Sedan Cars
Max Power Not Available 147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm
No Of Cylinders Not Available 4
Transmission Not Available Automatic
Gearbox Not Available 7-Speed DSG
Drive Type Not Available FWD
Colors
BMW i5 LWB Colors
Volkswagen Virtus Colors
Fuel Type Not Available Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) Not Available 19.62 Kmpl
Tyre Size Not Available 205/55 R16
Boot Space Not Available 521 Liters
Ground Clearance (Laden) Not Available 145 mm
Steering Mounted Audio Control Not Available Yes
Cruise Control Not Available Yes
Airbags Not Available Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,53,982 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Not Available
Servicing Cost Not Available
Rs. 29,395 / 5 years
Insurance i5 LWB Insurance Rs. 83,412 Virtus Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Idle Start Stop System
Not Available
Yes
Displacement
Not Available
1498 cc
Engine Type
Not Available
1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
Engine Displacement
Not Available
1498 cc
Max Power
Not Available
147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
250Nm@1600-3500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
Not Available
4
Transmission
Not Available
Automatic
Gearbox
Not Available
7-Speed DSG
Valves Per Cylinder
Not Available
4
Drive Type
Not Available
FWD
Paddle Shift
Not Available
Yes
Kerb Weight
Not Available
1269 Kg
Turbo Charger
Not Available
Yes

Fuel Type
Not Available
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
Not Available
45 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
Not Available
19.62 Kmpl

Alloy Wheel Size Front
Not Available
16
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
Not Available
16
Suspension Rear
Not Available
6
Brakes Front
Not Available
Disc
Brakes Rear
Not Available
Drum
Steering Type
Not Available
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Available
5.05 m
Tyre Size
Not Available
205/55 R16
Tyre Type
Not Available
Radial & Tubeless

Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Yes
Digital Cluster Size
Not Available
8
Rear Reading Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Upholstery
Not Available
Leatherette
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Ambient light, Footwell Lamp
Rear Seat Headrest
Not Available
4
Digital Cluster
Not Available
Yes
Air Conditioner
Not Available
Yes
Glove Box
Not Available
Yes
Seating Capacity
Not Available
5
Doors
Not Available
4
Boot Space
Not Available
521 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Not Available
Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Wheel Covers
Not Available
No
ORVM
Not Available
Powered & Folding
Automatic Driving Lights
Not Available
Yes
Chrome Garnish
Not Available
Yes
Cornering Foglamps
Not Available
Yes
Integrated Antenna
Not Available
Yes
LED DRLs
Not Available
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Not Available
Yes
LED Taillights
Not Available
Yes
Sun Roof
Not Available
Single Pane
Sunroof / Moonroof
Not Available
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Not Available
Yes
Trunk Light
Not Available
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Yes
Antenna
Not Available
Shark Fi
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Ground Clearance (Laden)
Not Available
145 mm
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
4561*1752*1507 mm3
Wheelbase
Not Available
2651 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
179 mm
No. Of Doors
Not Available
4

USB Charger
Not Available
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
With Storage
Lane Change Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Additional Entertainment Features
Not Available
Wireless Connect with Android Auto
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
Driver's Window
No of Speakers
Not Available
8
Adjustable Steering
Not Available
4
Android Auto
Not Available
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Yes
Bluetooth
Not Available
Yes
USB Ports
Not Available
Available
Additional Features
Not Available
Wireless Connect with Android Auto
No of Tweeter
Not Available
No
Power Windows
Not Available
Front & Rear
Cupholders
Not Available
Front & Rear
Speakers
Not Available
Front & Rear
AC
Not Available
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Not Available
Yes
Heater
Not Available
Yes
Power Steering
Not Available
Yes
Steering Column
Not Available
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Not Available
Yes
Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Not Available
Yes
Heated Seat Front
Not Available
No
Heated Seats Rear
Not Available
No
Touchscreen Size
Not Available
10.09 inch
Wireless Phone Charging
Not Available
Yes
Subwoofer
Not Available
Yes
Folding Rear Seat
Not Available
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Not Available
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
Yes
Rear ACVents
Not Available
Yes
Touchscreen
Not Available
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Not Available
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
Not Available
No
Tachometer
Not Available
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Not Available
Yes
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Not Available
Yes
Voice Commands
Not Available
Yes
Powered Seats
Not Available
Front Only
Cooled Glovebox
Not Available
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Not Available
Yes
Push Ignition
Not Available
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Not Available
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Not Available
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Rear
Door Pockets
Not Available
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Not Available
Yes
Bottle Holder
Not Available
Front & Rear Door

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Not Available
Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Not Available
3
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Assist
Not Available
No
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Not Available
Available
Speed Alert
Not Available
Yes
Airbags
Not Available
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Not Available
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Not Available
Yes
No of Airbags
Not Available
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Not Available
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
Central Locking
Not Available
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Not Available
Active Cylinder Technology
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Front & Rear
Day Night IRVM
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Rear Defogger
Not Available
Yes
Rear Camera
Not Available
3
Side Airbag
Not Available
Yes

Inbuilt Apps
Not Available
Apps Store
SOS Button
Not Available
Yes
RSA
Not Available
Yes
ECall And ICall
Not Available
Yes
Valet Mode
Not Available
Yes

grossWeight
Not Available
1685 kg

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Volkswagen Virtus
  • Clean styling that will not feel outdated quickly
  • Spacious interior for 4 adults
  • Features like a sunroof and easy to use touchscreen
  • Both engine options offer good performance
Volkswagen Virtus
  • Interior quality should have been better
  • Mileage in bad traffic is low
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Which car is cheaper BMW i5 LWB vs Volkswagen Virtus?
The Volkswagen Virtus is cheaper than BMW i5 LWB by ₹69.10 Lakh.

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