[travelhead]

I was driving back to Bangalore from my hometown (Chikodi) yesterday and got a stone hit or something on windshield on the highway.



I was driving at around 100kmph when this happened. Didn't expect windshield to crack at this speed. Either it was not a small one or it was also travelling at some speed. It's not very noticeable, around 15cm in length. Is anyone aware of the front windshield price ?

Apart from that, it was a good peaceful drive until the chaos after Tumkur. I was constantly getting 18kmpl for the first 500kms of the journey before the traffic started and here are the final numbers.



Mine is a GT. Very happy with the performance as well as the fuel economy I'm getting with it.

[Bigzero]

Originally Posted by travelhead

I Is anyone aware of the front windshield price ?

I had a windshield replacement a few months back. Around 18K approx, if I remember correctly...

[here_comes_loli]

This will be my first post on the forum. I've been working on my Virtus GT MT for a few months now.
Have done a few upgrades on my car.
Now I'm looking to upgrade my exhaust system to make it sound a little more fruity and make it more expressive because I think the engine deserves to be heard.
I've asked around a few places for custom exhausts or after market ones but can't seem to trust the places.
I'm based out of Chandigarh, if anyone has details about good exhaust shops that can guide me further, please share details.
I'll be sharing all the details about my upgrades when I'm done with my car.

[travelhead]

Originally Posted by Bigzero

I had a windshield replacement a few months back. Around 18K approx, if I remember correctly...

Enquired about the windshield here in Bangalore and the VW Mysore Road service centre quoted 11.7K including labour charges. I vaguely remember reading somewhere or hearing from someone that the front windshield costs between 8-9K. Are you sure the 18K bill didn't include any other work ?

[Bigzero]

Originally Posted by travelhead

Enquired about the windshield here in Bangalore and the VW Mysore Road service centre quoted 11.7K including labour charges. I vaguely remember reading somewhere or hearing from someone that the front windshield costs between 8-9K. Are you sure the 18K bill didn't include any other work ?

I need to check, i just quoted from memory... i think you may be right . sorry for the confusion

[dieselOmaniac]

Originally Posted by tsi_niks1989

Hey, while you wait for your appointment,....
Hopefully it should resolve soon and it should be some issue with the battery.

Originally Posted by ashivas89

Same at my folks' place. 22 years & no rodent issue, but suddenly 2 back to back events.. Hope your issue gets sorted out soon!

UPDATE - 12th Nov: Submitted the car to ASS over the weekend. It seems the issue is with my car's BCM & in all probability it needs to be replaced from VW under warranty. Fingers crossed. Can confirm by tomorrow regd the repair timelines.

Anyone faced such BCM issues in Virtus before? Model is 1.0AT (topline)

[Horizon85]

Originally Posted by raycers_honda

With regards to the HVAC not being effective, particularly on the 1.0, on the contrary, I have never felt the lack of it. I have a 2022 1.0 Highline manual version, and I literally keep it at the first level. The key thing to note is I opted for the manual rotary knobs at the time of purchase. I'm not sure if anyone with the same specced car faces the issue.

Just a quick tip: When I drive alone, I shut all the other vents off, including the rear. The two main ones are pointed towards my face, and the right-hand side one is pointed towards the seat.
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Hi. With this change to the manual controls for HVAC, I guess you can't get automatic climate control? I drive a Virtus GT plus 2024 and I find the touch screen difficult to use while driving. But, I find automatic climate control very useful. I was considering this change to manual controls, but if that takes away ACC, then maybe no.

[volkman10]

Kushaq, Slavia, Taigun and Virtus to be recalled due to faulty welding.

A weld seam on the track control arm may have been missed during the production process.

According to a listing on SIAM’s voluntary recall website, select units of the Skoda-Volkswagen India 2.0 cars – Kushaq, Slavia, Taigun and Virtus – are to be recalled due to a production process irregularity at the component supplier’s end.

Recall is due to welding fault in ‘track control arm’
52 models have been affected in total

A total of 52 vehicles are said to be affected which includes 38 units of Taigun and Virtus and 14 units of Kushaq and Slavia. The affected models were manufactured between November 29, 2023 and January 20, 2024. The recall was officially registered on October 28, 2024.

Skoda-Volkswagen, however, have not yet released an official statement regarding this.

Link:

[ApexVoyager]

Originally Posted by Kingerman

Has anyone who owns Virtus GT DSG has My Volkswagen Connect from the dealer itself?

TIA!

I got the GT DSG variant recently. Although the brochure mentioned that this variant supports Volkswagen Connect, my dealer is not really sure. I'll follow up and let you know if I find something.

[Virtusan]

Any suggestion for the best possible sound output upgrade on the without-sub Virtus that does not affect warranty, please? I was used to the Tata Harman Kardon setup earlier and miss that punch.

[Horizon85]

Originally Posted by Kingerman

Hi BHPians,

I recently bought VW Virtus GT DSG (not GT Plus) but I am not able to use my Volkswagen Connect and even the dealer is saying that My Volkswagen Connect is not supported for Virtus GT DSG. Is it true? Has anyone who owns Virtus GT DSG has My Volkswagen Connect from the dealer itself?

TIA!

Hi. I have a Aug 24 Virtus GT plus. It came with the Volkswagen Connect. It worked after dealer set the VIN at the backend. As far as I know, it is part of the vehicle cost and nothing extra needs to be paid for it.

[asethi]

Originally Posted by ApexVoyager

I got the GT DSG variant recently. Although the brochure mentioned that this variant supports Volkswagen Connect, my dealer is not really sure. I'll follow up and let you know if I find something.

Just look carefully in the driver's footwell area for a OBD dongle stuck by tape to the fuse box cover.
If it's there, you have VW connect, else not.

[firstdrive]

Checked out Virtus DSG and dealer mentioned they offer 360 degree camera.

Query to members, has anyone opted for this accessory? If I face any issue outside of my city will Volkswagen dishonour the warranty claim?

[Snowcat]

I am planning on upgrading my Virtus GT foglamps.
Going through the forum and doing more research I realised that it's mostly a plug n play thing.

As the stock foglamps are 35W each, does fitting a 50W led bulb makes sense in reflectors, Is there any chance that it might void the warranty on electricals.

The two good options I came across are Osram and Night eye LED's, any prior experience with those ?

I won't even mind going for 3500K LED light setup(will help in fog and rain) but somehow i don't see any options worth pursuing in it so looks like my only option is 4300K or 6000K LED's.

[sttigg218]

Hey guys,
I am planning to buy Virtus GT line MT in Bangalore. I was unable to find any reviews online as this is a new varient. As this will be my first car I would like to get the forums help on tips, accesories or any insights before buying this car.

Dealer has quoted 17.2 lakh on road with basic accessories.