Volkswagen Virtus Overtakes Rivals To Become Best-Selling Sedan In 2024 | V3Cars

13 August 2024
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Over the past decade, SUVs have risen in popularity and now dominate the Indian car market. However, sedans still hold a special place in the hearts of many drivers, especially enthusiasts. Despite facing challenges from the growing SUV popularity, the Volkswagen Virtus has emerged as a standout performer, becoming the best-selling C-segment sedan in India since the start of 2024.

How Did The Volkswagen Virtus Outperform Its Rivals In 2024?

The C-sedan segment, once a stronghold for models such as the Honda City and Hyundai Verna, has seen a decline in overall sales over the last few years. However, the Volkswagen Virtus has bucked this trend with impressive growth. Competitors like the Honda City, Hyundai Verna, Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, and Skoda Slavia have experienced sales drops, while the Virtus has consistently gained traction.

Here’s how the Virtus’ sales compare against its rivals since the start of 2024:

2024 VW VIRTUS VS. RIVALS YEAR-TO-DATE SALES COMPARISON
Month	VW Virtus	Hyundai Verna	Skoda Slavia	Honda City	Maruti Suzuki Ciaz
Jan 2024	1,878	2,172	1,242	1,123	363
Feb 2024	1,631	1,680	1,028	1,184	481
Mar 2024	1,847	1,716	1,358	1,116	590
Apr 2024	1,183	1,571	1,253	824	867
May 2024	1,610	1,381	1,538	1,054	730
Jun 2024	1,556,	1,424	1,230	859	572
Jul 2024	1,766	1,420	793	957	603
Total	11,471	11,364	8,442	7,117	4,206

By July 2024, Volkswagen India sold a remarkable 11,471 units of the Virtus, surpassing its previous year's sales figure of 11,395 units. This achievement solidifies the Virtus' position as the top-selling C-segment sedan in the country. The car's strong sales performance is down to factors such as timely model updates and its impressive 5-star safety rating from Global NCAP.

As the sedan market continues to evolve, the Volkswagen Virtus' success story highlights its appeal to Indian car buyers who value style, performance, and safety.

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