Volkswagen Virtus Sedan Goes Topless In Brazil As a One-off Special Model

Volkswagen Virtus sedan goes topless in Brazil, leaving fans in awe. Sadly, this model isn't for sale and has been unveiled in Brazil only as a one-off masterpiece. It is a special project, built to make Brazilian President Lula da Silva's visit to the company's São Bernardo do Campo (SP) facility, unforgettable. Manufactured in over six weeks by a team of thirty professionals, the Volkswagen Virtus Cabrio is more than just a roofless sedan and features numerous alterations. These are the addition of more space to the second row, and adjustments to the electronic systems, among others. Additionally, the car sports a stunning Biscay Blue paint job and rolls on 18-inch wheels. It is important to keep in mind that this Virtus model by the German automaker's Brazilian branch is an exclusive development, and there currently are no official plans to introduce this Virtus convertible in India or abroad. Let's take a closer look at other details of this one-off masterpiece in more detail.

Volkswagen Virtus Cabrio: What's More?

The new one-off Virtus has numerous functional and aesthetic improvements, of which the cut-roof— is the most prominent. It has led to adjustments to the suspension parts and reinforcement at important locations in the design's structure. The doorways have been moved and are pillarless. And, a cross bar has been positioned in the vicinity of the B column to offer assistance and safety for the rear passengers while they stand. Aside from this, the feul tank in the lower part of the floor has its size altered, and the floor area is expanded to provide for a larger space between the front and rear seats. Other than that, the project's specifications haver been followed by replacing the stock rear seats with specially built units.

Mechanically, this vehicle is based on the Volkswagen Virtus sold in Brazil and is powered by a 1.4-litre TSI engine that produces 250Nm and 148bhp. It is connected to an automated gearbox with six-speed. On the other hand, the India-spec Virtus has two engine options: a 1.5-litre TSI EVO mill with 148bhp and a 1.0-litre TSI petrol with 113bhp. For the 1.0-litre engine, the available transmission options are a 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic, while the 1.5-litre engine offers a 6-speed manual and a 7-speed DSG.

For those who don't know, the Virtus Cabrio isn't the first special convertible under the Volkswagen banner. The carmaker has produced a number of distinctive convertible prototypes in the past, such as the Fox, Polo Sedan, and Beetle. As previously stated, the new Virtus Cabrio will not be offered for sale.