Overview

• An internal dealer letter directs an average 1.5% list-price increase for nearly all petrol and diesel passenger cars effective 21 August 2025.
• Battery-electric models in the ID.3–ID.7 range are exempted from the price hike to maintain EV competitiveness and narrow the upfront cost gap.
• The T-Roc stands as the sole combustion-engine model spared, a decision linked to its impending September model update.
• VW will also raise charges for optional extras—special paints, sport/design packages and lighting systems—across all drivetrains.
• The adjustment reflects EU CO₂ fleet rules pressure and builds on VW’s first-half 2025 EV share of roughly 18% (≈52,500 registrations) to limit potential penalties.