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VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2016 - 2019
This car is not available on the US market right now, but you can still compare it with other cars.
In 2021 this car was replaced by: VW e-Up! 36.8 kWh

Trims

Discontinued
18.7 kWh e-Up!

VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh

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Technical Specifications of VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh

General Info

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2016 - 2019
Country of Manufacture
Country where final assembly of the car took place.
Slovakia
Current Status
Announced (planned), Pre-order (reservations open), Produced (on sale), Discontinued (no longer made)
Discontinued
Body Style
Refers to the car's shape & design (sedan, SUV, hatchback)
Hatchback VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh

Range and Efficiency

Range EPA
Estimated range on a full battery according to official EPA ratings (USA)
No Data
Range WLTP
Range according to WLTP ratings.
TEL: car in its lightest configuration.
TEH: car in its heaviest configuration.
TEL
TEH
83 mi No Data
Efficiency
Energy consumption per distance driven. Lower figures indicate better efficiency.
kWh/100 mi
Wh/mi
No Data No Data

Battery and Charging

Battery Capacity
Nominal: total amount of energy the car’s battery can hold. Usable: actual amount of energy you can access.
Nominal
Usable
18.7 kWh 16 kWh
Max Charging Power
Max electric power the car can accept for charging, determined by its on-board charger (AC) and battery (DC)
AC
DC
3.7 kW 37 kW
Charge Port
The car's charge port type. It affects charging speed and station compatibility.
CCS Type 1
CCS Type 1 charge port

Performance

Drive Type
Which wheels are powered (all, rear, or front) by the electric motor(s)
FWD
Engine
Torque: pulling force of the engine. Power: how quickly it can turn the wheels with that force.
Power
Torque
80 hp (60 kW) 155 lb-ft
0-60 mph
Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe)
12 s
Top Speed
The fastest the car can go (maximum speed)
81 mph
0.00 s
00 mph

Dimensions

Length
Car's body length (front to back bumper)
139.4 in
Width
Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors
with Mirrors
w/o Mirrors
64.8 in 64.8 in
Height
Car's body height (from ground to highest point)
58.6 in
Wheelbase
Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling)
95.2 in

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats
Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver)
4
Curb Weight
Car's weight without passengers or cargo
2676 lb
Cargo Volume
Trunk: cargo capacity (rear seats up).
Max: cargo capacity (rear seats folded).
Frunk: cargo capacity in the front hood.
Trunk
Max
Frunk
8.8 ft3 32.6 ft3 No Data
Towing Capacity
Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes
No Data
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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How Far Can You Go in VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh

The map shows how far you can go with a fully-charged battery:
  • Light area: Round trip
  • Dark area: One-way trip
For the most accurate results, please allow the widget to use your location.

Charging VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh

Slow (AC)
Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

NEMA 5-15

Socket specs
Socket specs
120 V, 15 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
1.8 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
05 h 56 min

NEMA 5-20

Socket specs
Socket specs
120 V, 20 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
2.4 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
04 h 27 min

NEMA 6-20

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 20 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
4.8 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
02 h 53 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (3.7 kW)

NEMA 14-30

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 30 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
7.2 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
02 h 53 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (3.7 kW)

NEMA 14-50

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 50 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
12 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
02 h 53 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (3.7 kW)

NEMA 6-50

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 50 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
12 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
02 h 53 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (3.7 kW)

Fast (DC) Charging

CCS DC 50 kW

Socket output
Socket output
50 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 18 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (37 kW)

CCS DC 100 kW

Socket output
Socket output
100 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 18 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (37 kW)

CCS DC 150 kW

Socket output
Socket output
150 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 18 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (37 kW)

CCS DC 200 kW

Socket output
Socket output
200 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 18 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (37 kW)

CCS DC 250 kW

Socket output
Socket output
250 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 18 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (37 kW)

CCS DC 350 kW

Socket output
Socket output
350 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 18 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (37 kW)

Supercharger V2 Split (75 kW)

Socket output
Socket output
75 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 18 min
Not all Tesla Superchargers are open to non-Tesla vehicles Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (37 kW)

Supercharger V2 (150 kW)

Socket output
Socket output
150 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 18 min
Not all Tesla Superchargers are open to non-Tesla vehicles Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (37 kW)

Supercharger V3 (250 kW)

Socket output
Socket output
250 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 18 min
Not all Tesla Superchargers are open to non-Tesla vehicles Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (37 kW)
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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About VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh

The VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh is an all-electric front-wheel drive hatchback. It came out in 2016. VW stopped making the 18.7 kWh in 2019 and replaced it with the VW e-Up! 36.8 kWh. The car is not available on the US market.

The VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh has a 18.7 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 72 mi on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 22.2 kWh per 100 miles (or 222 Wh/mile) — ranked №549 out of 566 electric vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast is VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh

The VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh is equipped with a powertrain that delivers up to 60 kW (80 hp) of power and 155 lb-ft of torque.

This enables a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 12 seconds (ranked â„–507 out of 572 electric vehicles) and a top speed of 81 mph.

Real-world range of VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh

VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh achieves a real-world range of 65–79 miles, placing it at №555 among 572 electric vehicles. However, this range is subject to several influences:

  • Speed: Traveling at higher speeds reduces battery life.
  • Temperature: Extreme cold or hot weather can affect range.
  • Terrain: Hilly or mountainous landscapes decrease range.
  • Driving habits: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
  • Feature usage: Climate control and media systems also influence range.

It's important to acknowledge that these are estimations, and your actual driving range may differ. Consider these factors when planning your trip and be ready for potential charging stops.

Utilize the interactive EV Navigation map for trip planning assistance.

VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh charge port type?

In the USA VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh has a CCS Type 1 charge port.

  • You can charge it at home using a standard domestic socket or plug into any public AC charging station using the right cable. Keep in mind that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 3.7 kW, which translates to approximately 15 miles of range added per hour of charging.
  • For quicker charging, consider using a compatible DC fast-charging station. The car boasts a maximum charging rate of 37 kW, but remember that battery temperature and charge level can influence the actual speed you'll experience.

Estimate charging time, rate and cost using our Charging calculator.

VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh dimensions and weight?

The size and weight specifications for VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh are as follows:

  • Length: 139.4 in
  • Width: 64.8 in (including side mirrors) or 64.8 in (excluding side mirrors)
  • Height: 58.6 in
  • Wheelbase: 95.2 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
  • Curb weight: 2676 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)
VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh cargo capacity?

The rear cargo area of the VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh provides 8.8 cubic feet of space when the rear seats are upright (ranked â„–504 out of 572 electric vehicles).

Folding these seats down unlocks a maximum cargo capacity of 32.6 cubic feet (ranked â„–504 out of 572 electric vehicles).

The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).

VW e-Up! 18.7 kWh towing capacity?
The car isn’t officially rated for towing.

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Torque
Power
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