Volkswagen Lupo first generation
The Volkswagen Lupo first generation (1998–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 16 versions in the United Kingdom.
Model codes: Typ 6X · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,530 mm RDW | 3,524 mm |
| Width | 1,640 mm RDW | 1,640 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm RDW | 1,457 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,310–2,320 mm RDW | 2,318 mm |
| Front track | 1,367–1,420 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,376–1,400 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 829–924 kg RDW | 825–1,057 kg |
| Mass in running order | 929–1,024 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,210–1,420 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 650–800 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 450 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 4 RDW | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – |
| Boot space | – | 130 L |
| Fuel tank | – | 34 L |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 152–160 km/h RDW | 152–205 km/h |
| Torque | 84–152 Nm ASTRA | 84–195 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 185/55R14, 195/45R15, 175/65R13
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de, fr, ja, pl, cs, sv), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 67.9% (67.2–68.6) | 69.2% | 18,085 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 45.0% | 41.6% |
| Brakes | 39.5% | 36.4% |
| Tyres | 31.2% | 31.2% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 29.3% | 17.1% |
| Lights and electrics | 29.1% | 28.8% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 27.9% | 18.6% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 16 versions of the Volkswagen Lupo first generation
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United Kingdom 16 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–20041.0 (50 PS) | 1.0 L | 37 kW (50 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 139 g/km |
| 2003–20041.4 (75 PS) from 2003 · 1.4 (75 PS) to 2003 · 1.4 (75 PS) | 1.4 L | 55 kW (75 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.3 L/100 km NEDC | 151 g/km |
| 2003–20041.4 (75 PS) from 2003 · 1.4 (75 PS) to 2003 · 1.4 (75 PS) | 1.4 L | 55 kW (75 PS) | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 7.3 L/100 km NEDC | 175 g/km |
| 2003–20041.4 (100 PS) | 1.4 L | 74 kW (100 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.8 L/100 km NEDC | 163 g/km |
| 20041.4 (75 PS) | 1.4 L | 55 kW (75 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 2003–20041.6 16v GTI (125 PS) | 1.6 L | 92 kW (125 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.4 L/100 km NEDC | 178 g/km |
| 2003–20041.7 (60 PS) | 1.7 L | 44 kW (60 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 20031.4 (75 PS) | 1.4 L | 55 kW (75 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 2000–2002E 1.0 50 bhp · 1.0 E (50 bhp) · 1.0 (50 bhp) | 1.0 L | 37 kW (51 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 139 g/km |
| 2000–2002E 1.4 75 bhp · S 1.4 75 bhp · 1.4 E & S Models (75 bhp) and 1 more trim | 1.4 L | 56 kW (76 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.3 L/100 km NEDC | 151 g/km |
| 2001–20021.4 E & S Models ( 75 bhp) · 1.4 (75 bhp) | 1.4 L | 56 kW (76 PS) | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 7.3 L/100 km NEDC | 175 g/km |
| 2000–2002Sport 1.4 TDI PD 75 bhp · 1.4 Sport TDI PD (75 bhp) · 1.4 (75 bhp) | 1.4 L | 56 kW (76 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 2000–2002Sport 1.4 16V 100 bhp · 1.4 Sport (100 bhp) · 1.4 (100 bhp) | 1.4 L | 75 kW (101 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.8 L/100 km NEDC | 163 g/km |
| 2001–20021.6 16v (125 bhp) · 1.6 16v GTI (125 bhp) | 1.6 L | 93 kW (127 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.4 L/100 km NEDC | 178 g/km |
| 2000–2002E 1.7 SDI 60 bhp · S 1.7 SDI 60 bhp · 1.7 E & S SDI (60 bhp) and 1 more trim | 1.7 L | 45 kW (61 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 2000E 1.4 75 bhp · S 1.4 75 bhp | 1.4 L | 56 kW (76 PS) | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 7.7 L/100 km NEDC | 185 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.