Global EV Comparison: Škoda Citigo-e iV vs Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) for as low as €10990, while the Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh (2013-2019) begins at €7480.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Škoda Citigo-e iV | Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2019-2021 | 2013-2019 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Slovakia | Slovakia |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €10990 | €7480 |
| GCC Score | 4.4 | 4.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh (2013-2019).
| Property | Škoda Citigo-e iV | Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 257 km | 133 km |
| Range (GCC) | 218 km | 117 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 36.8 kWh | 18.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 32.3 kWh | 16 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.8 kWh/100 km | 13.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.75 km/kWh | 7.31 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 40 kW.
The Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 kW, whereas the Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh (2013-2019) is limited to 3.6 kW.
| Property | Škoda Citigo-e iV | Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 3.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 40 kW | 40 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.9 | 2.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Škoda Citigo-e iV | Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 61 kW | 60 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 82 hp | 80 hp |
| Motor Torque | 212 Nm | 210 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 12.3 s | 12.4 s |
| Top Speed | 130 km/h | 130 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.7 | 1.7 |
Dimensions
The Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) and Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh (2013-2019) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Škoda Citigo-e iV | Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3597 mm | 3540 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 1910 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1645 mm | 1645 mm |
| Height | 1481 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2422 mm | 2420 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Both models provide equal trunk space and the same total cargo volume when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Škoda Citigo-e iV | Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1235 kg | 1139 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 250 l | 250 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 923 l | 923 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.6 | 3.5 |
