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Through the app (or the vehicle's central screen menus), you can schedule the car to heat up or cool down while it is still plugged into a charger. This preserves battery range before you start driving.
The Volkswagen e-Up! is one of the most practical city electric vehicles (EVs) ever built. While traditional combustion cars rely on mechanical simplicity, driving an EV involves understanding battery management, regenerative braking, and unique software menus.
A charging fault has occurred. Unplug the cable, lock the car, wait 5 minutes, and retry. 3. Regenerative Braking Modes (The D/B Settings)
Provides a faster charge, usually fully charging the car overnight.
, which provides maximum regenerative braking for one-pedal driving. Driving Profiles:
The vehicle is in low-power mode. This happens when the battery level is critically low or overheating. Drive slowly to the nearest charger immediately.
When in , you can tap the gear selector left or right to toggle between three levels of light regeneration: D1: Very mild engine braking simulation. D2: Medium resistance; good for rolling hills.
If you find a used e-up! for sale, ignore the digital range. Ignore the infotainment screen. Ask the seller for the glovebox manual. If it’s worn, if the pages on regenerative braking are smudged, buy the car. You aren’t buying an EV. You are buying a manual typewriter in a digital world.
The e-Up! heated front seats use significantly less energy than blowing hot air through the climate control vents. Turn the cabin heater down and rely on the seats to stay warm. 5. Maintenance, Fluids, and Warning Lights
Includes standard P, R, N, and D positions. Pulling the lever back again while in "D" activates
using the key fob (this unlocks the charge port flap).
Since the e-up! often lacks a built-in large navigation screen, it uses a smartphone dock. The "Maps + More" app integrates with the car for navigation, music, and vehicle data. Climate Control:
A: No. The "manual" in this keyword refers to the owner's handbook. The car has a single-speed automatic transmission with D (drive) and B (brake regeneration) modes.
By familiarizing yourself with the , you ensure a safer, more efficient, and enjoyable driving experience. Need Specific Information?
Understanding the core metrics of your vehicle is the first step to successful ownership. Volkswagen produced the e-Up! in two distinct generations, with a major battery upgrade occurring in late 2019. First Generation (2013–2019) Second Generation (2019–2023) WLTP Real-World Range ~120–130 km (75–80 miles) ~250–260 km (155–160 miles) Motor Output 60 kW (82 PS) 61 kW (83 PS) Torque AC Charging Limit 3.6 kW (Single-phase) 7.2 kW (Dual-phase) DC Fast Charging (CCS) Driving Dynamics and Control Layout
