No longer in production

When the electric version of the Volkswagen up! city car was first unveiled back in 2012, it was deemed too expensive for the Irish market against the petrol-powered versions. Bear in mind that demand for electric cars wasn't as high as it is now. The up! quietly disappeared from Irish pricelists a while ago, but in 2023 Volkswagen Ireland decided that there is a place in the market for the e-up! as demand for EVs rocketed and it could be sold for a price that made it look good value against the majority of alternatives. Sadly it has gone into retirement now for good. Grab a used one if you can.

Volkswagen e-up! Tech Specs

Model featured	Volkswagen e-up!
Official WLTP range between charges	253km
Battery details (usable capacity)	32.3kWh lithium-ion
Electric motor details	61kW single motor, front-wheel drive
Fastest recharging rate	7.2kW on AC, 37kW on DC
Energy consumption	14.7kWh/100km
Maximum power output	83hp
Maximum torque output	212Nm
0-100km/h	11.9 seconds
Towing capability
Kerb weight	1,248kg