Volkswagen1998-2005 Lupo Overview

Volkswagen Lupo Overview (1998 - 2005)

1998 - 2005

Tech Specs Summary


94 - 127 mph

8.2 - 17.4 seconds

49 - 123 hp

32.2 - 78.4 mpg
lb
1,830 - 2,282 lbs

4.6 - 30 ft3
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The Volkswagen Lupo was produced by the German manufacturer Volkswagen between 1998 - 2005. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 49 hp 1 L Inline 4 gasoline engine all the way to a 123 hp 1.2 L Inline 3 Turbo diesel engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
Volkswagen Lupo GTI
(2001 - 2005)
...Lupo GTI

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Lupo is the Volkswagen Lupo GTI which scores 2.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 123 hp and a power/weight ratio of 17.53 lb/hp it has a top speed of 127 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.2 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Volkswagen Lupo 3L TDI
(1999 - 2005)
...po 3L TDI

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volkswagen Lupo 3L TDI is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 704 miles and can store 4.6-29.3 cubic feet of cargo.

Euro NCAP Results

2000
Adult Occupant
★★★★
Pedestrian
★★
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