2019 Volkswagen e-up! - Specifications and price
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| Brand The name of the manufacturer. | Volkswagen |
| Model The model name of the electric car. | e-up! |
| Model year The year for which the model is announced by the manufacturer. Most often it does not completely coincide with the calendar year in which the model is available on the market. | 2019 |
| Market Markets in which this electric vehicle is available. | Europe |
| Price Current MSRP of the model (before incentives) depending on the market. | EUR 23,570 (DE, Jul 2019) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style The body style of the model as defined by the number of doors and roof treatment. | Hatchback |
| Materials Materials used in the vehicle's body construction. | Steel Carbon-fiber |
| Exterior colors Available exterior colors for the model as specified by the manufacturer. | Black Pearl Pure White Teal Blue Honey Yellow Metallic Tungsten Silver Metallic White Silver Metallic |
| Interior colors Available interior colors for the model as specified by the manufacturer. | Black and Grey |
| Number of doors Number of doors for passengers. Depending on the body style, the doors can be two, four, etc. | 4 |
| Number of seats Number of seats inclduing the driver and passenger ones. Depending on the model, the seats can be five, six, seven or other. | 4 |
| Length The distance from the frontmost to the rearmost point of the electric vehicle. | 141.7 in (inches) 3600 mm (millimeters) |
| Width The width of the vehicle without mirrors. | 64.8 in (inches) 1645 mm (millimeters) |
| Width with mirrors The width of the vehicle with unfolded mirrors included. | 75.2 in (inches) 1910 mm (millimeters) |
| Height The distance from the ground to the top of the electric car. | 58.7 in (inches) 1492 mm (millimeters) |
| Wheelbase The distance between the centers of the front and rear axle. | 95.2 in (inches) 2417 mm (millimeters) |
| Front track The distance between the centers (centerline) of the two wheels on the front axle. | 56.2 in (inches) 1428 mm (millimeters) |
| Rear track The distance between the centers (centerline) of the two wheels on the rear axle. | 56.1 in (inches) 1424 mm (millimeters) |
| Clearance The distance from the ground to the lowest point of the vehicle measured without cargo or passengers. The ground clearance is also known as ride height. | 5.3 in (inches) 135 mm (millimeters) |
| Front headroom The vertical distance from the vehicle's roof to the front seats bottom. | 39.1 in (inches) 993 mm (millimeters) |
| Rear headroom The vertical distance from the vehicle's roof to the rear seats bottom. | 37.3 in (inches) 947 mm (millimeters) |
| Front hip room The width of the front seats of the car, which indicates how much space is available for the driver and passenger on either side of their waists when they sit down. | 53.9 in (inches) 1369 mm (millimeters) |
| Rear hip room The width of the seat cushion on the back, which indicates how much space is available for the passengers on either side of their waists. | 54.6 in (inches) 1388 mm (millimeters) |
| Front legroom The distance available for the legs of the driver and the front passenger. | 39.7 in (inches) 1009 mm (millimeters) |
| Rear legroom The distance available for the legs of the rear passengers. | 31.2 in (inches) 793 mm (millimeters) |
| Trunk volume The available space for cargo in the main trunk, excluding the additional available space from folding one or two rear seat rows. | 251.0 l (liters) 8.86 ft3 (cubic feet) 0.25 m3 (cubic meters) |
| Maximum trunk volume The maximum available space for cargo in the main trunk, including the additional available space from folding one or two rear seat rows. | 923.0 l (liters) 32.60 ft3 (cubic feet) 0.92 m3 (cubic meters) |
| Curb weight Curb weight (a.k.a. kerb weight) is the EV mass with standard equipment, liquids (oils and fuel at nominal tank capacity) but without cargo and passengers. In some EU countries, the curb weight also includes the weight of a 75 kg (165 lb) driver. | 2709.48 lb (pounds) 1229 kg (kilograms) |
| Payload In the context of automobiles, the payload is the summary of the weights of passengers, cargo, accessories, equipment. | 663.59 lb (pounds) 301 kg (kilograms) |
| GVWR GVWR stands for gross vehicle weight rating and is also known as gross vehicle mass (GVM). It describes the maximum operating weight of the electric car including the curb weight and payload (accessories, equipment, driver, passengers and cargo). | 3373.07 lb (pounds) 1530 kg (kilograms) |
| Drag coefficient The drag coefficient or coefficient of drag is related to the car's aerodynamics as it denotes the resistance to the air of the front surface of the vehicle when it is in movement. The lower the coefficient, the better aerodynamics the model has. Ultimately, this allows for higher speeds and improved power efficiency. | 0.308 Cd (drag coefficient) |
| Additional information Additional details related to the electric car's body. | Trunk volumes are measured according to the VDA standards. |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer The name of the manufacturer of the electric motor. | Volkswagen |
| Electric motor type The electric motor category according to the type of motor commutation. Most electric motors operate on magnetism and can be powered by direct current (DC) or alternating current (AC) sources. Depending on the type of commutation, electric motors are either self-commutated (AC and DC, mechanical or electronic) and externally commutated (AC only, asynchronous or synchronous). | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location of the motor Information about the electric notor's location. The two most common locations are the front and rear of the electric car. | Front |
| Power The power produced by the electric motor depends proportionally on the motor's rotational speed. | 60 kW (kilowatts) 80.5 hp (mechanical horsepower) 81.6 ps (metric horsepower) |
| Maximum power RPM The electric motor's rotational speed measured in RPM when the motor achieves its maximum power. | 3000 - 12000 rpm (revolutions per minute) |
| Torque Torque is the driving force of an electric motor and is the rotational equivalent of a linear force. A typical feature of electric cars is that they get full torque from zero speed. | 210 Nm (newton meters) 21.4 kgm (kilogram meters) 154.9 ft-lb (foot-pounds) |
| Regenerative braking Regenerative braking is a typical feature of electric vehicles, in which the electric motor uses the vehicle's kinetic energy to save power or stores it for later use. | Yes |
| Driving modes Some manufacturers include software designed driving modes to improve power efficiency and/or range. Information about the available driving modes for this model. | Eco Eco+ Normal |
| Additional information Additional details about the electric motor of this model. | Four levels of regenerative braking - D1 D2 D3 and B D level means no regen is applied Eco mode power - 50 kW Eco mode torque - 167 Nm Eco+ mode power - 40 kW Eco+ mode torque - 133 Nm |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed The top speed that the vehicle can achieve as specified by the manufacturer. | 80.8 mph (miles per hour) 130.0 km/h (kilometers per hour) |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h The time in seconds the electric car needs to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h. | 12.40 s (seconds) |
| Additional information Additional details about the vehicle's performance. | Eco mode top speed - 115 km/h Eco mode 0-100 km/h acceleration - 15 s Eco+ mode top speed - 90 km/h |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Standard | Range | |
|---|---|---|
| WLTP (Worldwide harmonized Light vehicles Test Procedure) | 87.6 mi / 141.0 km |  |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Standard | Driving | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WLTP (Worldwide harmonized Light vehicles Test Procedure) | Combined | 15.5 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class Information about the energy class of the electric vehicle. | A |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism Information about the design type of the steering mechanism of the electric car. | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering Information about the type of power steering used in this model. | Electronic |
| Turning circle Often referred to as turning diameter or turning radius (multiplied by two), this is the smallest diameter that the outside wheels of the vehicle describe when it is turning on full lock. | 9.8 m (meters) 32.15 ft (feet) |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission Information about the type of transmission used by the vehicle. Generally, EVs are equipped with one-speed automatic units. | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain Information about the type of drivetrain (the system that delivers power to the driving wheels). | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension Information about the main components of the front suspension of the electric vehicle. | Independent MacPherson strut Double wishbone Shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension Information about the main components of the rear suspension of the electric vehicle. | Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes Information about the type of brakes used on the front wheels. | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes Information about the type of brakes used on the rear wheels. | Drums |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Markings | Width | Profile | Diameter | Contour | Offset | Material |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5Jx15 | 5 | J | 15 | - | 0 | - |
| 5Jx14 | 5 | J | 14 | - | 0 | Steel |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Markings | Width | Profile | Diameter | Load index | Speed index |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 165/65R15 | 165 | 65 | 15 | - | - |
| 165/70R14 | 165 | 70 | 14 | - | - |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer The name of the company that has manufactured the battery. | Panasonic-Sanyo |
| Type of rechargeable battery The type of rechargeable battery depending on its composition. | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity The capacity of the rechargeable battery that powers this EV as specified by the manufacturer in kilowatt hours. | 18.7 kWh (kilowatt hours) |
| Number of cells The batteries used by electric cars are usually packs that consist of a certain number of battery cells in different arrangements. Information about the total number of cells in this particular model. | 204 |
| Number of modules Battery cells are arranged in different modules that comprise battery packs. Information about the number of modules in this battery. | 17 |
| Voltage The battery voltage denotes the difference in electric potential between the positive and negative electrodes of the pack. The higher difference in potential results in a higher voltage. | 374 V (volts) |
| Weight Total weight of the battery pack including not only the cells but also the shield, wiring, etc. | 507.06 lb (pounds) 230 kg (kilograms) |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Type | Interface | Voltage | Current | Power | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Household charging | Type 2 (IEC 62196-2, Mennekes, SAE J3068) | 230 V | 10 A | 2.3 kW | |
| Wallbox | Type 2 (IEC 62196-2, Mennekes, SAE J3068) | 240 V | 16 A | 3.6 kW | |
| Wallbox | Type 2 (IEC 62196-2, Mennekes, SAE J3068) | 240 V | 32 A | 7.2 kW | |
| DC fast charging | Type 2 (IEC 62196-3 FF, CCS2) | - | - | 40 kW | |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Name | Interface | Power | Current | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onboard charger | Type 2 (IEC 62196-2, Mennekes, SAE J3068) | - | 7.2 A | Rear-left side | |
| Onboard charger | Type 2 (IEC 62196-3 FF, CCS2) | - | 7.2 A | Rear-right side | |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Type | Battery % | Estimated time (h:m) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC fast charging | 0% - 80% | 00:28 | |
| Wallbox 7.2 kW | 0% - 100% | 02:36 | |
| Wallbox 3.6 kW | 0% - 100% | 05:12 | |
| Household charging | 0% - 100% | 08:08 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Category | Name | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Safety and assistance | City emergency braking | S |
| Safety and assistance | Combined front and side curtain airbags | S |
| Safety and assistance | Cruise control | S |
| Safety and assistance | Eectronic stability control | S |
| Safety and assistance | Front airbag for driver and front passenger | S |
| Safety and assistance | Front airbags for driver and passenger | S |
| Safety and assistance | Immobilizer | S |
| Safety and assistance | ParkPilot | O |
| Safety and assistance | Rear parking sensors | S |
| Safety and assistance | Rearview camera | O |
| Safety and assistance | Side airbags for driver and front passenger | S |
| Safety and assistance | Tire pressure monitor | S |
| Infotainment and connectivity | 5-inch touchscreen | S |
| Infotainment and connectivity | maps+more system with navigation, Bluetooth, multimedia | S |
| Infotainment and connectivity | RCD 215 radio, CD and MP3 player | S |
| Infotainment and connectivity | 6 x speakers | S |
| Infotainment and connectivity | Volkswagen Car-Net with a 3-year subscription | S |
| Air-conditioning | Climatronic | S |
| Seats | Asymmetrically folding 2-seat rear bench | S |
| Seats | Heated front seats | S |
| Seats | Height-adjustable driving seat | S |
| Steering wheel | 3-spoke leather steering wheel | S |
| Doors and windows | Power windows for driver and front passenger | S |
| Doors and windows | Tinted rear windows | S |
| Mirrors | Heated side mirrors | S |
| Mirrors | Power-adjustable side mirrors | S |
| Lights | Automatic headlights | S |
| Lights | LED daytime running lights | S |
| Upholstery | Cloth | S |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information Additional details about this electric car, including specifications and features that do not belong to the categories above. | Volkswagen e-Up! gets minor improvements in features and remains largely unchanged for the following 2018 and 2019 model years with updated (WLTP) efficiency and range in 2019. |
