Sporting new exterior bits, VW India has whipped the wraps off the facelifted Virtus, hinting at what may come to the local Polo Sedan lineup. Here’s what we know…
Volkswagen’s Indian arm has unveiled the facelifted Virtus, or Polo Sedan as it is named in our market. Making its debut in GT spec, the Virtus is seen sporting a swathe of exterior revisions that could possibly make their way to the Polo Sedan sold in South Africa.
Outside, the facelifted Virtus gets a front fascia overhaul, including a revamped front bumper with new diamond-shaped design elements, housing smaller fog lamps and what looks to be a camera pod, replete with front parking sensors. Reports from Autocar India say these may indicate the presence of a 360-degree capable camera setup. Completing the front end are an illuminated VW logo and GT badge, akin to contemporary models from the German marque. Otherwise, this GT model is showcased with redesigned 16-inch alloy wheels, with the rest of the vehicle remaining largely the same.
What does this mean for the Polo Sedan in South Africa?
As mentioned, the Virtus is essentially the same car we call the Polo Sedan in South Africa. This may mean that VW South Africa may be lining up this facelifted model for local sale, as we now import the identical current pre-facelift model from India already. What probably won’t change here is the currently offered powertrain configurations, barring the 1.0-litre three-cylinder TSI option, which will reportedly receive a new eight-speed Tiptronic auto unit to replace the outgoing six-speed one.
Indeed, this article serves to speculate on what may come to our shores in due time. That being said, VW South Africa is yet to confirm whether we will receive this facelifted Polo Sedan.
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