Skoda Citigo-e iV vs Volkswagen e-up!: verdict and specifications

Separating these two cars comes down to the fine art of splitting hairs. As they're based on the same platform, with identical running gear and indistinguishable driving dynamics, deciding on a winner comes down to simple value for money.

The fact that, should you wish, you can buy a Skoda Citigo-e iV without fast charging for just £17,455, or a top-spec SE L with all this technology included for a couple of thousand pounds more, makes it our winner here. Even when you compare like-for-like with the up!, the cheaper Citigo reigns supreme; more favourable finance deals and better residuals seal the deal.

It’s not a clear-cut victory, however. The Volkswagen has badge appeal the Skoda can’t match, and small things like the up!’s standard reversing camera work in its favour. But if you’re after a small, pure-electric city car with bags of character and room for the family, the Citigo-e iV takes some beating.

1st: Skoda Citigo-e iV – 4 stars

The Skoda pips the Volkswagen here, but only by the slimmest of margins. The two cars are ostensibly the same under the metal, and although they feel identical from behind the wheel, the Skoda’s slightly lower list price, better finance deals and superior residual values seal the victory here. If you’re after a great-value, small and characterful electric car, look no further than the Skoda Citigo-e iV.

2nd: Volkswagen e-up! – 3.5 stars

There really is very little to separate these two cars, and for many the choice will come down to badge or brand preference. That said, when it comes to such fine margins, the Volkswagen falls just short of the Skoda’s excellent value for money. The fact there’s only one specification – with no option to ditch fast charging in favour of a lower list price – seals the up!’s fate.

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