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Used VW up! For Sale

Used VW up! for sale in South Africa tend to make the perfect first-time owner vehicle, student vehicle or city runaround for young people and families. Add to this the fact that they are affordable, reliable and exceptionally safe, and you have a 3-door hatchback which is desirable for all of the right reasons!

While this small, reliable and comfortable car has been a popular choice for many South Africans, it is no longer in production and sold new in South Africa as of 2020, but don’t let that get you down. It may be discontinued but there is still some good quality used VW up! models for sale, if you know where to look and Group1 can help.

1st Generation VW up! 2011 – 2020
The first and current generation of VW up! is based on numerous model experimentation vehicles (concept cars) which were shown to the public between 2007 and when the up! was finally launched at the 2011 International Motor Show Germany (IAA). These “proto up! Vehicles were as follows: 2007 Up concept 2007 Space Up concept 2007 Space Up Blue Concept 2009 E-Up! concept car 2009 Up Lite concept 2010 Volkswagen IN 2011 Buggy Up 2011 Up Azzurra Sailing Team Did You Know? The VW up! is both a safe and environmentally friendly vehicle! The ratings for the up! are as follows: During its Euro NCAP assessment scheme, it achieved a 5-star overall rating During its Green NCAP assessment in February 2019 the Volkswagen Up! GTI (not available in SA) with 1.0 L TSI engine and 6-speed manual gearbox was awarded a Clean Air Index Score of 9.2 out of 10.
1st Generation VW up! at a Glance
Power Train Engine 1.0 L Petrol Transmission 6-speed manual (Not in South Africa) 5-speed manual 5-speed automatic (Not in South Africa) 1-speed fixed gear ratio (Not in South Africa)	Wheelbase 2 407 mm – 2 411 mm
	Length 3 600 mm – 3 628 mm
	Height 1 504 mm – 1 516 mm
	Width 1 641 mm – 1 649 mm

Used VW up! FAQs

Q: Has the VW up! been discontinued in South Africa?
A: Yes, the Volkswagen up! is no longer manufactured in South Africa which means there are no new models available.

Q: Is the VW up! available with an automatic transmission?
A: Not in South Africa no, here it comes standard with a 5-speed manual transmission across the range.

Q: What is the top trim level or model variant in the VW up! range?
A: There are not one but two VW up! Which qualify as the top-of-the-range trim levels. These are the VW Cross up! and the up! Beats.

Q: Is the VW up! available with a Diesel engine?
A: No, the up! Is only sold (both here and globally) with a 1.0-litre petrol engine.

Used Volkswagen up! Prices

Used Volkswagen up! prices are determined by the trim level, year model and mileage of the vehicle. There are of course other minor factors that help to contribute to the price of the used VW up! which we sell but the major difference between the used up! for sale at Group1 are the trim levels and model variants. These are as follows:

• The Volkswagen Take up!
• The Volkswagen Move up!
• The Volkswagen Cross up!
• The Volkswagen up! Beats

Please Note! The up! Was first sold internationally in 2011, so any vehicle predating 2015 will have been purchased overseas and imported into South Africa by the previous owner.

If you are interested in any one of the Well Priced VW up! For Sale on this page, then please don’t hesitate to contact us at any one of the following Group1 Cars Showrooms:

Interested in the used VW up! models previously available for sale?

Why is it called the up!? Because it is compact and affordable to run, yet among the nippiest in its class and boasts features common in bigger cars. Built, sturdy, very safe and comfortable – the used VW up! is fully Volkswagen and appeals across the range, from students to smaller families to older people looking for reliable quality at a good price. Have a look at some of the used VW up! models we’ve previously had for sale.

Used VW up! in the Western Cape

From Cape Town to the Boland and beyond there is a Group1 Pre-owned Showroom near you offering VW up! For Sale in the Western Cape at the best possible price! Contact us or visit us at any one of the following Group1 Branches:

Group1 Pre-Owned Kuils River
Tel: 021 900 5200

Group1 Cars Stellenbosch
Tel: 021 201 1867

Group1 Cars Kuils River
Tel: 021 903 0500

Group1 Cars Strand
Tel: 021 891 2866

Group1 Cars George
Tel: 044 008 5041

Group1 Cars Knysna
Tel: 044 302 2600

Used VW up! for Sale in Gauteng

Used VW up! For Sale in Gauteng are very much in demand and are in fact some of the most sought-after City Cars in our vehicle sales arsenal! Come and experience the feisty attitude of the VW up! at any one of the following Johannesburg based Group1 showrooms:

Group1 Cars Midrand
Tel: 087 057 9788

Group1 Cars Alberton
Tel: 010 593 4393

Group1 Pre-Owned Gleneagles
Tel: 011 210 7600

Used VW up! for Sale in the Eastern Cape

Exciting to own and fun to drive, the ever-affordable used VW up! for sale in the Eastern Cape is a regular sight in cities and towns all around the province. If you are interested in buying a used VW up! – talk to our highly experienced and well-connected sales team. They will be able to provide you with more information, help source the right vehicle and reveal whether there are any models not yet listed at our Eastern Cape Showroom:

Group1 Cars Uitenhage
Tel: 041 994 1800

Please Note! All of the Used VW up! For Sale on this page are eligible for nationwide delivery! If you find the right vehicle for your needs at the right price on this site, then please don’t hesitate to contact us today.

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