What headlight bulb does a Volkswagen Up take in the UK?

For the Up hatchback version (2017-2023), Auto Bulbs Direct lists an H4 headlight bulb (one bulb does dipped and main beam). Headlight bulbs changed between versions, so check the table for your registration year and headlight type.

Do all Up versions use the same bulbs?

No. Auto Bulbs Direct lists 2 different sets for the Up across registration years and headlight types (halogen, with or without daytime running lights, cornering lights). Match yours by registration year, and check the old bulb's base.

Volkswagen Up bulb numbers (UK)

For the Up hatchback version (2017-2023, 17 to 23 plates), Auto Bulbs Direct lists an H4 headlight bulb (one bulb does dipped and main beam); front fog HB4, front indicators 581 (PY21W), brake/tail 566 (P27W), reversing 921 (W16W). Other versions are below - 2 in all.

Key takeaways

Up hatchback: H4 headlight (dipped + main).
UK number and ECE code name the same bulb: 501 = W5W, 581 = PY21W, 380 = P21/5W, 382 = P21W.
Versions differ by registration year and headlight type - check the old bulb's base.

Up hatchback 2017-2023 (17 to 23 plates)
Dipped beam	H4
Main beam	H4
Front fog	HB4
Front indicator	581 (PY21W)
Brake / tail light	566 (P27W)
Reversing light	921 (W16W)

Up hatchback 2011-2017 (11 to 66 plates)
Dipped beam	H4
Main beam	H4
Front fog	HB4
Daytime running light	580 (W21/5W)
Front indicator	581 (PY21W)
Side repeater	501 (W5W)
Brake / tail light	566 (P27W)
Rear fog	566 (P27W)
Number plate	501 (W5W)

Versions as Auto Bulbs Direct names them, with UK registration years and plates. These are halogen-headlight cars unless stated; xenon and LED headlights use different bulbs or sealed units.

Bulbs for the Volkswagen Up

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Source: Auto Bulbs Direct's vehicle bulb finder, checked registration plate by registration plate. Bulbs can change with trim level and headlight type, so check the markings on the old bulb (printed on its base) before buying. UK numbers (501, 581, 380...) and ECE codes (W5W, PY21W, P21/5W...) name the same bulb.