Volkswagen News

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  Volkswagen will install an Audi five-cylinder engine in the Golf R

  Volkswagen is developing the most powerful Golf in history. The anniversary R version for its 25th anniversary will receive a 2.5 TFSI turbo engine from the Audi RS3.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 29, 2025, 11:10 a.m.
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  Volkswagen will sell additional kilowatts by subscription

  Volkswagen has launched a subscription offer for additional options for some electric models in the ID lineup. In particular, it is possible to unlock the full power of the ID.3 Pro hatchback - 170 kW.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 19, 2025, 7:52 a.m.
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  Volkswagen has already produced 1.5 million ID series EVs

  The 1.5-millionth vehicle of the ID lineup was handed over to a customer at the factory in Emden, Germany. This special edition is the ID.7 Tourer Pro estate car in black, with a range of up to 606 km on a single charge according to the WLTP cycle.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 18, 2025, 8:36 a.m.
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  Volkswagen may cease production of the Touareg in 2026

  The Autocar reported, citing insiders, that production of the Volkswagen Touareg will stop in 2026 without a direct replacement. It is claimed that the company will instead focus on creating a range of more affordable models for a wider audience.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 8, 2025, 9:10 a.m.
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  The new VW Amarok will have Chinese roots and Argentine origins

  New details about the next-generation VW Amarok pickup have been revealed for the South American specification. It will hit the market in 2027 and will have nothing in common with the global version of the Amarok, built on the Ford Ranger platform, aside from the name.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 7, 2025, 10:46 a.m.
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  Volkswagen T7 has received a new version — DoKa pickup

  The range of commercial models from Volkswagen T7 is becoming increasingly diverse. Following the vans and minibuses, the Transporter DoKa pickup has appeared. It is already available in the configurator on the brand's German website.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 4, 2025, 9:58 p.m.
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  The VW ID.3 Pro S battery retained 90% capacity after 160,000 km in the ADAC test

  The German automobile club ADAC has completed a four-year endurance test of the Volkswagen ID.3. The electric vehicle covered over 160,000 km, and based on the tests, the high-voltage battery retained 91% of its initial usable capacity.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 17, 2025, 11:02 a.m.
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  Volkswagen launched the ID.3 GTX limited edition FIRE+ICE

  Exactly one year after the premiere of the concept, Volkswagen announced the start of serial production and sales of the limited series ID.3 GTX FIRE+ICE, created in collaboration with the sportswear brand BOGNER FIRE+ICE.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 11, 2025, 11:18 a.m.
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  The design of the new Jetta VS8 crossover has been revealed

  In China, the Jetta brand, known in the West as a sedan name for Volkswagen, lives its own life. Since 2019, it has been a separate brand under the umbrella of the FAW-VW joint venture, and soon it will complement the model range with the mid-size crossover VS8.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 9, 2025, 10:33 a.m.
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  Volkswagen has started selling the electric Shuttle and Kombi

  Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has expanded its transporter family with two electric models: the eight-seater Shuttle and the Kombi. Both models feature an all-electric powertrain for the first time.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 2, 2025, 8:28 a.m.
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  Volkswagen Multivan has received a new PHEV version with all-wheel drive

  Volkswagen Multivan and its camper equivalent California have received all-wheel drive thanks to the introduction of a new plug-in hybrid powertrain with 245 hp (180 kW). According to the manufacturer, the electric range reaches 95 kilometers.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 1, 2025, 9:23 a.m.
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  Volkswagen presents Golf GTI Edition 50 — the most powerful production GTI

  In 2026, the Golf GTI will celebrate its 50th anniversary. The brand marks this special occasion with the 325-horsepower model Golf GTI Edition 50.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  June 23, 2025, 11:20 a.m.
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  Volkswagen Polo Edition 50 marks the 50th anniversary of the compact model

  Volkswagen has introduced the anniversary version Polo Edition 50 to celebrate the half-century anniversary of the model. The special version is based on the Style trim with additional equipment.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  June 12, 2025, 11:58 a.m.
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  Volkswagen will restore the T2, which became a hero in photos after the California wildfires in January

  Volkswagen of America announced the start of a special project - the restoration of the blue-and-white T2, which miraculously survived during the January 2025 fire in Southern California.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  June 3, 2025, 11:38 a.m.
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  Style Design and Black Edition Plus: Volkswagen T-Roc gets new trims

  Volkswagen has updated the T-Roc crossover range in the UK with two new trims - Style Design and Black Edition Plus. They replaced the previous Style and Black Edition.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 20, 2025, 11:08 a.m.
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  Twisted TBug: Baja Bug in the British way

  Twisted, the company known for its refined versions of the Land Rover Defender and Suzuki Jimny, has unveiled a new product, the TBug. It is a reimagined classic Volkswagen Beetle in Baja style.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 19, 2025, 9:29 p.m.
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  Volkswagen electric models to get cheaper LFP batteries

  VW's most anticipated electric vehicle, the compact ID.2, will be launched in series production in 2026. This model will launch a series of major changes for the German brand's battery models that will extend to the rest of the Volkswagen range.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 15, 2025, 2:04 p.m.
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  Volkswagen is forced to recall the ID.Buzz in the US because the seats are too spacious

  Volkswagen of America is recalling ID.Buzz electric cars because their rear seats are only designed for two people, but are wide enough to accommodate three. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), this violates U.S. safety standards.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 5, 2025, 9:36 p.m.
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  Chery is eyeing Volkswagen's plant in Germany

  Chinese carmaker Chery is close to a deal to assemble cars at one of Volkswagen AG's plants in Germany, Automotive News Europe reported, citing an informed source.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  April 30, 2025, 12:03 p.m.
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  Volkswagen celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Polo with a WRX version in Harlequin colourway

  Volkswagen has unveiled a special version of the Polo R WRX rally car in the iconic multi-coloured Harlequin livery. The hatchback was created as part of the 50th anniversary of the Polo model.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  April 29, 2025, 9:46 p.m.