Volkswagen Up! e-Up! (facelift 2019) 36.8 kWh (83 Hp)


Volkswagen Up!:

The Volkswagen Up is a city car which was produced by the Volkswagen Group from 2011 to 2023. It is part of the New Small Family series of models, alongside the SEAT Mii and Škoda Citigo which are rebadged versions of the Up, with slightly different front and rear fascias. Production began in December 2011 at the Volkswagen Plant in Bratislava, Slovakia, with Volkswagen do Brasil making the model in Taubaté from February 2014 until 2021. The SEAT and Škoda versions were also manufactured in the Bratislava factory, before being withdrawn from sale in 2021 and 2020 respectively. Production of the Up ended in October 2023. A battery electric version, called E-up, was launched in autumn 2013....(Read more on Wikipedia)

e-Up! (facelift 2019) Overview:

Volkswagen Up! (e-Up! (facelift 2019)). Weighing only 1160 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.9 s). The top speed reaches 130 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 11.9 sec).
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.

Cons:

  • • Compact cargo space (250 L); may require careful packing.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Cross Up! (facelift 2016): 2018 - 2019).

General:
Brand:Volkswagen
Model:Up!
Generation:e-Up! (facelift 2019)
Modification (Engine):36.8 kWh (83 Hp)
Start of production:2019
Powertrain Architecture:BEV (Electric Vehicle)
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:5
Performance:
Fuel Type:Electricity
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:11.9 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:11.9 sec
Maximum speed:130 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:14 kg/Hp, 71.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:5.5 kg/Nm, 182.8 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:11.3 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1160
Max. weight:1530
Max load:370
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:923 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:250 l
Size:
Length:3600 mm mm [28mm less]
Width:1645 mm mm [4mm less]
Height:1507 mm mm [9mm less]
Wheelbase:2417 mm mm [6mm more]
Width including mirrors:1910 mm
Front track:1428 mm
Rear (Back) track:1424 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):135 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):9.8 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureOne electric motor drives the front wheels.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears1
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum [bad for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires size165/70 R14; 165/65 R15; 185/50 R16
Wheel rims size5J x 14; 5J x 15; 6J x 16
Front suspensionIndependent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer
Rear suspensionTorsion
Electric:
Net (usable) battery capacity:32.3 kWh
Gross battery capacity:36.8 kWh
Battery technology:Lithium-ion (Li-Ion)
Battery location:Below the floor
System power:83 Hp @ 2750-11000 rpm.
System torque:212 Nm @ 0-2750 rpm.
All-electric range:256-258 km
Electric motor power:83 Hp @ 2750-11000 rpm.
Electric motor Torque:212 Nm @ 0-2750 rpm.
Average Energy consumption:12.7-12.9 kWh/100 km
Electric motor location:Front axle, Transverse
Electric motor type:Synchronous
All-electric range (WLTP):256-258 km
Battery weight:248 kg
Battery voltage:350 V
Recuperation output:40 kW

Your first impression of the Volkswagen Up! in one word? Go!