Skoda Citigo-e iV vs Volkswagen e-up!: running costs and warranty

Make no mistake, cars like the Skoda Citigo-e iV and Volkswagen e-up! will cost mere pennies to run

Skoda Citigo-e iV vs Volkswagen e-up!

While the list prices of the Skoda Citigo-e iV and Volkswagen e-up! may look high compared to those of petrol-powered rivals, when you consider how little they cost to run, the savings quickly become clear.

Based on a home electricity rate of 14p per kWh, both cars will cost around £4.52 to charge fully. Whichever way you look at it, at less than 4p per mile, these models will cost peanuts to run. Both cars are exempt from road tax and in the 2020/21 tax year attract zero Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax for company-car drivers. 

The Skoda edges ahead slightly when it comes to depreciation, as our experts expect it to hold on to around 38.3% of its value after three years, compared to 37.7% for the Volkswagen.

Both cars come with a three-year/60,000-mile warranty – much like any new Skoda or Volkswagen. The Citigo’s battery is covered for eight years or 100,000 miles (whichever comes soonest), while the up!’s is limited to 160,000km (99,360 miles). Comparing the two here is like splitting hairs, although it’s worth noting that Skoda as a brand had a much stronger showing than Volkswagen in the most recent Driver Power owner satisfaction survey.

Most Popular

Volvo EX30 electric SUV undercuts Vauxhall Mokka Electric
Volvo EX30 - header
News

Volvo EX30 electric SUV undercuts Vauxhall Mokka Electric

Volvo has revealed its smallest electric car which boasts a range of up to 298 miles
7 Jun 2023
New electric cars coming in 2023 and beyond
Polestars under cover
Coming soon

New electric cars coming in 2023 and beyond

With electric cars making up an ever-increasing proportion of sales, the industry is working flat out to launch new models – here's what's on the way …
6 Jun 2023
Peugeot e-2008 facelift is now on sale with more electric range
2023 Peugeot e-2008 - header
News

Peugeot e-2008 facelift is now on sale with more electric range

The updated e-2008 SUV gets a refreshed look and a 252-mile range
7 Jun 2023