Volkswagen Virtus vs Hyundai Sonata Embera [2005-2009]

CarWale brings you comparison of Volkswagen Virtus and Hyundai Sonata Embera [2005-2009]. The Volkswagen Virtus price is Rs. 11.56 Lakh and Hyundai Sonata Embera [2005-2009] price is Rs. 12.18 Lakh. The Volkswagen Virtus is available in 999 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Hyundai Sonata Embera [2005-2009] is available in 2359 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. Virtus provides the mileage of 20.8 kmpl and Sonata Embera [2005-2009] provides the mileage of 9 kmpl.

Virtus vs Sonata Embera [2005-2009] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Virtus	Sonata Embera [2005-2009]
Price	Rs. 11.56 Lakh	Rs. 12.18 Lakh
Engine Capacity	999 cc	2359 cc
Power	114 bhp	-
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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Volkswagen Virtus

Comfortline 1.0 TSI MT

Rs. 11.56 Lakh

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Hyundai Sonata Embera [2005-2009]

MT(Fabric)

Rs. 12.18 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

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Volkswagen Virtus

Comfortline 1.0 TSI MT

Hyundai Sonata Embera [2005-2009]

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	999 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	2359 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder
Engine Type	1.0L TSI	DOHC
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	114 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm	165@5800
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	178 Nm @ 1750-4500 rpm	231@4250
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	20.8View Mileage Details	9View Mileage Details
Driving Range (Km)	936
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Transmission	Manual - 6 Gears	Manual - 5 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged
Others	Idle Start/Stop

Dimensions & Weight
Length (mm)
4561 4800
Width (mm)
1752 1832
Height (mm)
1507 1475
Wheelbase (mm)
2651 2730
Ground Clearance (mm)
179
Kerb Weight (kg)
1173
Capacity
Doors (Doors)
4 4
Seating Capacity (Person)
5 5
No of Rows (Rows)
2
Bootspace (litres)
521
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)
45 70

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Mc-Pherson Suspension and Stabiliser Bar	Independent Double Wishbone with coil spring and gas shock absorber and antiroll bar
Rear Suspension	Twist Beam Axle	Fully independent Multi-link with coil springs, Gas shock absorber and anti-roll bar
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.05	5.5
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Steel Rims
Spare Wheel	Steel
Front Tyres	205 / 55 R16	215 / 60 R16
Rear Tyres	205 / 55 R16	215 / 60 R16

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
NCAP Rating	5 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

Locks & Security
Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking
Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes (Manual)	Yes (Manual)
Front AC	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Co-Driver Only
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Manual - Internal Only
Parking Sensors	Rear
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Steering Adjustment	Manual Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Fabric
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Beige/Black
Folding Rear Seat	Partial
Split Rear Seat
Headrests	Front & Rear

Storage
Cup Holders Front Only Front Only
Driver Armrest Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front Only
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured
Interior Door Handles	Silver
Door Pockets	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release

Exterior
Body-coloured Bumpers
Lighting
Headlights LED
Taillights
LED
Daytime Running Lights
LED
Cabin Lamps Front and Rear
Rear Reading Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Analogue - Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator	Dynamic
Tachometer	Analogue

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Smart Connectivity	Android Auto (Wired), Apple Car Play (Wired)
Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	7
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	8
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
iPod Compatibility

Manufacturer Warranty
Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)
4
Warranty (In Kilometres)
100000

Brochure

Colours

	Rising Blue Metallic	Ebony Black
	Carbon Steel Grey	Deep Pearl Blue
	Wild Cherry Red	Crystal Silver
	Reflex Silver	Charming Grey
	Curcuma Yellow	Grace Beige
	Candy White	Noble White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.6/5

27 Ratings

5.0/5

1 Rating

Rating Parameters	4.5Exterior	4.0Exterior
	4.6Comfort	5.0Comfort
	4.6Performance	5.0Performance
	4.2Fuel Economy	4.0Fuel Economy
	4.5Value for Money	5.0Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Volkswagen Virtus review

Power, Handling performance to the highway. With full control in hands. Mileage is also good in both conditions. Look like Audi A3. Go for it with a second thought. Because the car is a sedan and a sedan is a car.

Incredible comfort and value for money

The Sonata Embera is simply a fantastic luxury sedan. It has tasteful interiors without being 'jazzy' and the interior comfort and leg room is umbelievable. It has great performance both in terms of acceleration and high speed stability. I have driven it at 180 Kmph and its smooth as silk. The fuel consumption is obviously on the high side - but with a 2.4 litre engine that is to be expected. Great engineering and styling - that's the EmberaFantastic comfort and leg space; Excellent performance at high speeds. Have driven upto 180"functional" interiors - not jazzy or space age

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Length (mm)	4561	4800
Width (mm)	1752	1832
Height (mm)	1507	1475
Wheelbase (mm)	2651	2730
Ground Clearance (mm)	179
Kerb Weight (kg)	1173

Doors (Doors)	4	4
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2
Bootspace (litres)	521
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	45	70

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Headlights	LED
Taillights	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear
Rear Reading Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	4
Warranty (In Kilometres)	100000