How much is a 2019 Volkswagen UpPetrol worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2019 Volkswagen UpPetrol on the Irish used-car market is around €12,995, based on 5 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2019 Volkswagen Up depreciate per year?

A Volkswagen Up loses roughly 15.0% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2019 Volkswagen Up from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2019 Volkswagen UpPetrol?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2019 Volkswagen UpPetrol using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Volkswagen Up2019

Petrol

19 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€13k – €13k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

all active now

Updated 10h ago · all · Low confidence

Median listing price

€12,995

private sale ~€11,976 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€9,062 – €11,004

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

70k km

typical 77k km

Days listed

19d

avg on market · demand 52/100

AI Market Summary

Excellent fuel economy and low tax make this a genuine bargain for Irish commuters; parts and servicing widely available.
Mileage sits slightly below expected range — verify service history and odometer accuracy before committing to purchase.
Generally reliable petrol engine with no widespread defects reported for this generation; check gearbox engagement feels smooth during test drive.
Pricing appears fair relative to market; solid value proposition if mechanicals check out and NCT history is clean.
Inspect all four tyres closely — tight urban handling means premature wear; confirm original or recent replacement.

AI-generated analysis · Carintel.ie · verify independently before purchasing

Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

114 bhp

116 PS

Torque

200 Nm

148 lb·ft

0–62 mph

8.8s

122 mph top

Engine

1.0L

1000 cc

Seats

5 doors

EV range

1609 km

36.8 kWh

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

58.9 mpg

Urban

47.1 mpg

Extra urban

68.9 mpg

Fuel tank

35L

Dimensions

Length

3.60m

3600 mm

Width

1.65m

Height

1.48m

Wheelbase

2.41m

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 89% · Child 80%

Insurance

Group 17E

Road tax (UK)

£195

per year

Warranty

3 years

60,000 miles

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Volkswagen Up 2019

Reliability

4/5

The 2019 VW Up is a solid, dependable city car with a simple, proven 1.0-litre petrol engine that rarely gives trouble. It's economical to run, easy to service, and holds its value reasonably well for a budget hatchback. Parts availability and independent garage support are excellent in Ireland and the UK.

Known issues

Water ingress into door handles and locks, causing electrical gremlins on electric windows and central locking
Clutch wear on manual gearbox models accelerates faster than rivals; replacement around 60k–80k miles
Occasional TSI engine carbon build-up at higher mileage, causing hesitation or rough idle
Infotainment touchscreen can become unresponsive or freeze, requiring software update or replacement
Minor rust bubbling on roof edge trim and door shut lines in damp climates
Seatbelt pre-tensioner electrical faults reported on some examples

Good for

City driving and tight urban parking—lightweight, nimble, excellent visibility
Fuel economy and running costs—expect 45–50 mpg in mixed driving
Affordability and low insurance grouping for young or budget-conscious drivers
Simple, robust 1.0 TSI engine with good reliability track record

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls2 found

Electrical2019

Door latch control module can malfunction, preventing door from opening or locking/unlocking reliably

Remedy: Software update or replacement of door latch module

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Seatbelt2018

Front seatbelt pre-tensioner may not deploy correctly in a frontal collision on some models

Remedy: Inspection and replacement of seatbelt pre-tensioner mechanism

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AI-generated · verify at gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall

Potential value opportunities

ROI + NI · by value score

2019 Volkswagen Up 1.0 Move 3dr Video Review •

£8,450→€13,945imported

+55% vs expected price

NI Import

NI → ROI import costs

Assumes the car is NI-registered (no customs duty or VAT under Windsor Framework). Includes VRT + NOx levy + registration + transport. Click for full breakdown.

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