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For The Volkswagen Up is a funky-looking city car, which is economical, spacious and good to drive.
Against It looks a bit pricey compared with some rivals and the lower-powered engine can struggle on the motorway.
What Car? says
The Volkswagen Up is the best city car on the market - it's great to drive, classy and spacious to sit in and has a desirable image. In fact, it’s our City Car of the Year 2013.
What Car? readers say
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There are 14 Volkswagen Up versions available
Buyer's notes
Target Price team says:
We’ve driven both versions of the 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine. The higher-powered 74bhp car copes well at motorway speeds, but it needs plenty of revs to get going. The 59bhp version is slower, and while it’s capable on urban roads, it can struggle a bit on the motorway. The optional ASG transmission makes life more difficult, as it causes the car to lunge in between shifts.
There are three trim levels to choose from, and all come with four airbags and ABS as standard. It also has an automatic emergency braking system, and although it doesn’t come as standard, it can be fitted to any version as an option – it’s reasonably priced, too.
The VW Up is pretty basically kitted out. Air-conditioning and electric front windows only start mid-range, and if you want the terrifically handy portable sat-nav infotainment unit, you’ll either have to add it as an option or buy the top of the range car.
Reader test team says:
Volkswagen Up Hatchback 1.0 75 high up! 5dr
This is my wifes car - lucky her! I collected this from London and drove it all the way to Dunblane, years ago driving a 1.0ltr car that distance…
4
out of 5 stars
Volkswagen Up Hatchback 1.0 75 high up! 3dr
A great little car that I prefer driving around town than my BMW. The car looks great, rides OK on the 16 inch wheels and is plenty fast enough. Very…
5
out of 5 stars
Volkswagen Up Hatchback 1.0 60 high up! 3dr
The VW High Up is a dream city car. Easy to use (once you figure out the petrol cap), cheap to run, has great little satnav and a really cool…
5
out of 5 stars
Volkswagen Up Hatchback 1.0 60 B'motion Tech move up! 5dr
It's a great little car to drive around town and I average 60mpg too. I actually prefer it to my golf gti mk6 around town and am pleased I went for…
5
out of 5 stars
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Volkswagen Up Hatchback 1.0 75 high up! 3dr
If you can afford it, the VW Up 1.0 75 High Up is the Up that you want. Pricey compared to rivals, but a bargain for the ability you get.
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