VW Ends Touareg, ID.5; Bentley, Lamborghini Added

Volkswagen will discontinue its flagship Touareg SUV in 2026 after a 24-year run, having launched the model in 2002 to elevate its brand into the premium SUV segment. The Touareg will not be directly replaced, with the Tayron set to become Volkswagen's largest SUV in key markets. The ID.5 electric SUV will also be discontinued by 2027 due to weak sales, as part of a broader strategic shift toward high-volume, affordable models like the upcoming ID.2 and ID.1. Volkswagen’s focus is moving away from premium and niche offerings to mass-market EVs and SUVs, with the possibility of a compact electric MPV in the future. The premium SUV segment within the group will now be covered by sibling brands Porsche, Audi, Bentley, and Lamborghini. These changes reflect Volkswagen's response to evolving market trends favoring mainstream electric and crossover vehicles.