Overview

• Volkswagen will end Touareg production in 2026 with no direct successor, leaving the Tayron as its flagship SUV.
• The ID.5 electric coupe-SUV is slated to exit the lineup in 2027 under the same consolidation plan.
• Plans for a compact electric MPV, once eyed as a Touran replacement, have been shelved to prioritize crossover and SUV development.
• Research and development resources are being redirected to upcoming entry-level electric vehicles.
• Executives say the cuts reflect VW’s decision to shift from standalone premium models to accessible, high-volume segments.