All Press Releases
This section contains all current press releases on topics and news items concerning Volkswagen.
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Successful market launch of the Electric Urban Car Family: CUPRA Raval, Volkswagen ID. Polo, Škoda Epiq and Volkswagen ID. Cross together for the first time at the Paris Motor Show
Four entry-level electric models. Three brands. Almost 150,000 orders. Already a joint success story for affordable electric mobility. -
A Volkswagen bestseller goes electric: world premiere of the new ID. Tiguan
Volkswagen presents the new ID. Tiguan, one of the brand’s most important electric models for the years ahead. The new all-round SUV in the high-volume mid-size class succeeds the ID.4 and ID.5 models. The ID. Tiguan’s hallmark feature is its completely redesigned exterior, which gives it the appearance of a vehicle from the next class up. And this impression continues seamlessly into the strikingly high-quality interior: the materials used have resulted in a huge leap forwards in terms of quality, complemented by the newly developed, intuitive cockpit landscape. For the first time, the new SUV will be available with a co-driver display. The electrically powered ID. Tiguan will be launched as early as the beginning of 2027 – in parallel to the current Tiguan with petrol, diesel and hybrid drives. -
50 years of driving pleasure, now electric: Volkswagen launches pre-sale of the ID. Polo GTI
Volkswagen is starting a new chapter in the 50-year history of the GTI: Pre-sale of the all-new ID. Polo GTI begins today, Wednesday. The first all-electric model with the GTI label brings the legendary GTI driving pleasure into the electric future: with spontaneous response, precise handling and a sporty, confident appearance. The 166 kW (226 PS) compact sports car is available with extensive standard equipment from 39,995 euros. -
Electric future, established name: The new ID. Tiguan premieres in October
Volkswagen is continuing its naming strategy with its next model: following the ID. Polo and ID. Cross, the new ID. Tiguan will arrive at the markets in the beginning of 2027. The established name is intended to provide customers with clear orientation and stands as a strong product brand for a clearly defined vehicle concept. The new ID. Tiguan will succeed the ID.4 and ID.5 and will be offered alongside the Tiguan with combustion and hybrid powertrains. The world premiere of the ID. Tiguan will take place in early October. Until then, the model will continue testing under camouflage wrap. -
German Car of the Year 2027: Category award for the all-new electric ID. Polo
The all-new electric ID. Polo has finished first in the Budget category at the German Car of the Year (GCOTY) awards, sending out a powerful signal: Volkswagen is bringing electric mobility into the heart of the small car segment – making it attractive, affordable and practical for everyday use. Volkswagen’s all-electric small car triumphed over seven competitors, securing first place ahead of the Renault Twingo and Renault Clio. The international jury was impressed by the ID. Polo, awarding it top marks in four out of five key evaluation categories. -
World premiere of the all-new electric ID.3 GTI: most powerful model in five decades of GTI history
In the 50th year of GTI history, Volkswagen is presenting the first photos and facts about the new ID.3 GTI1 in a world premiere. It is the most powerful of all GTI models ever built in series production. The electric drive motor of the ID.3 GTI delivers exactly 240 kW (326 PS) to the rear axle. Especially impressive is the maximum torque of 545 Nm. This means that the electric GTI offers a superior punch in every life situation. This is complemented by the high efficiency of the drive system and ranges of up to 601 km. Also characteristic of a true GTI are the flexible space and unrestricted suitability for everyday use of this compact athlete. Pre-sales of the ID.3 GTI will start at the beginning of 2027. -
Mission Efficiency - Volkswagen presents the world’s most efficient near-production electric car
With the new Mission Efficiency, Volkswagen is presenting the world's most efficient near-production electric car. The prototype has set three world records. They stand for exemplary aerodynamics and excellent ideal and real fuel consumption. The vehicle is a beacon of technology and at the same time demonstrates the performance of Volkswagen's production technology. -
Brand Group Core appoints new leaders for key market and sales positions
Brand Group Core (BGC), the organizational alliance of the volume brands within the Volkswagen Group, is reshuffling key responsibilities in markets and sales. -
Volkswagen celebrates 75th anniversary in South Africa
For a third of the time there has been a Uitenhage (now Kariega), there has been Volkswagen in Uitenhage. The small industrial town in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, established in 1804, has been home to Volkswagen for 75 years, during which time the brand has built their legacy within the country. The makers of the People’s Car are celebrating their 75th anniversary of building and selling Volkswagens in South Africa, marking the first Beetle being built in the Kariega factory. -
Brand Group Core boosts operating result in first half – new Core Executive Committee strengthens cross-brand cooperation
The Brand Group Core (BGC), the organizational entity combining the volume brands of the Volkswagen Group, recorded an operating result of 3.61 billion euros in the first half of 2026, 4.5 percent more than in the corresponding prior-year period. Year-on-year, the operating margin improved slightly to 4.9 percent.