What is the Volkswagen Lupo?
The Lupo was Volkswagen’s small city car, positioned below the Polo. Its compact hatchback shape suited urban driving, while versions such as the 3L TDI explored ways to reduce fuel use. Volkswagen introduced the Lupo in 1998.
The Lupo had a distinctive look, with round headlights and a compact body. It brought Volkswagen’s small-car range down to a city-sized hatchback.
Generations and engines
The Lupo had one generation, known by the factory code Typ 6X, which ran from 1998 to 2005. The model name did not continue into a direct successor. Its range included everyday engines as well as more specialised versions.
Engine sizes in the UK listing ran from 1.0 L to 1.7 L, with power from 37 kW (50 PS) to 93 kW (127 PS). The 3L TDI focused on low fuel use, while the GTI brought a sportier character to the small hatchback.
Fuel consumption and markets
In UK VCA figures for 2000–2006, the lowest listed consumption is 4.4 L/100 km on the NEDC test. The UK listing includes petrol and diesel models. European and UK-era figures may use NEDC, while later European figures commonly use WLTP; the procedures can produce different results.
The Lupo’s first generation ran from 1998 to 2005. UK VCA figures cover 2000–2006.
Questions and answers
What kind of car is the Volkswagen Lupo?
It is a small city hatchback that sat below the Polo in Volkswagen’s range.
What engines were available?
The UK listing spans 1.0 L to 1.7 L engines, with petrol and diesel options.
What is the lowest listed fuel consumption?
The UK VCA figure is 4.4 L/100 km on the NEDC test.
When was the Lupo sold?
Its first generation ran from 1998 to 2005; UK VCA figures cover 2000–2006.