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These Volkswagen EVs could soon disappear
Electrek • • business
Key Points:
- Volkswagen plans to reduce its global lineup by up to 50% by 2030, including cutting several electric and gas-powered models across its brands Audi and Porsche as part of broader cost-cutting measures.
- Reported models being discontinued include Volkswagen's Jetta sedan, Taos SUV, and possibly the ID.5 electric SUV coupe, along with Porsche's gas-powered 718 and electric Taycan, and Audi's Q5 Sportback and Q6 E-Tron Sportback.
- Porsche is also retiring the gas-powered Macan this month but is developing an electric version of the 718 Boxster and Cayman, which was not listed for discontinuation.
- Audi plans to launch new models like the electric A2 and Q9 SUV, while the E-Tron GT remains in production despite the Taycan's discontinuation.
- Volkswagen's lineup cuts reflect challenges in competing with more efficient and affordable electric vehicles from emerging Chinese brands such as BYD and Xiaomi.
