Several Volkswagen Group models may be discontinued.
The Volkswagen Group announced a large-scale cost-cutting plan last week.
While there was no mention of factory closures or layoffs, the announcement revealed a plan to reduce the current model lineup by up to 50% by 2030.
It has also been reported that the number of new models to be introduced by 2030 will be significantly reduced.
Of course, this doesn't mean that you'll suddenly be unable to buy this model starting tomorrow, but it seems that it has already been decided that some models will not have a next-generation version (for example, the VW Jetta).
Meanwhile, the German newspaper "Bild" reported that it had obtained a preliminary list of models that may be discontinued by the Volkswagen Group in the future.
Porsche is considering discontinuing production of four models.
According to the Bild newspaper's report on a "specific list of discontinued models," Porsche models were also included.
First up is the Taycan.
I understand that sales haven't been very good, but the thought that the Taycan itself will be discontinued after the current model is released leaves me with mixed feelings. According to reports, there are plans being considered to discontinue the Taycan without a successor model after the current model is sold out.
Furthermore, it has been reported that production of the internal combustion engine-equipped ICE model, the Cayenne Coupe, is nearing its end (and there may not be any plans for a successor ICE model).
Another disappointing piece of news is that the rumors about the return of the internal combustion engine-powered 718 Cayman and Boxster have apparently been ruled out.
There was no mention of the all-electric version of the 718 that is supposed to be released in the future, so I think that will be released as planned.
The future of the internal combustion engine 718 model has been subject to various changes (although some say it was just rumors that kept changing (lol)), but ultimately, the future that can be imagined at this point is as initially announced.
"The 718 ICE model is truly discontinued. From now on, it will be EV only. Only some high-end models will have an ICE."
It looks like that's going to happen.
Of course, this hasn't been officially announced yet, so this report is based solely on a provisional list obtained by a German newspaper, and it's unclear what will actually happen in the future.
Porsche is scheduled to unveil "Strategy 2035" at Capital Markets Day, which will be held on October 7, 2026.
I hope that the product portfolio will also be clarified at this event, and I look forward to that announcement.
More detailed information may be announced regarding the new crossover (gasoline engine) that will replace the first-generation Macan, which will cease production this month in July 2026.
Also, I wonder if there will be an announcement about the future of the three-row, flagship SUV that will be a higher-end model than the Cayenne (the model internally codenamed K1)?
The list of other Volkswagen Group cars that have been discontinued reportedly includes the Audi Q5 Sportback and Q6 E-Tron Sportback, but the E-Tron GT, which is said to be a sister model to the Taycan, does not appear to be on that list.
Lamborghini and Bentley were not mentioned in particular. Indeed, both brands have fewer models compared to their competitors and boast healthy profit margins, so there is no particular reason for them to change their strategy.
According to the German newspaper Bild, the Volkswagen Group expects to save up to 6.5 billion euros (approximately 1.2025 trillion yen) by 2031 by not developing successor models for any of its 10 models, including the four Porsche models mentioned earlier.
When overseas media outlets inquired about the recent reports, they contacted Stefan Voswinkel, Volkswagen's Director of Product Communications, who neither confirmed nor denied the reported model cuts, stating that he "does not comment on speculation regarding decisions about future models or product cycle plans."
We don't know what will happen, but the reports that the Taycan might be discontinued are very shocking, especially if they are true, as the Taycan is an iconic model as Porsche's first mass-produced EV.
I'm looking forward to further official announcements from Porsche, especially the detailed release of Strategy 2035.
Source:
◆VW Cuts Could Spell End Of Jetta, Crossover Coupes, And Porsche Taycan
◆Jetta And Taycan Among 10 Cars Facing The Ax At VW Group: Report
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I'm Rika, the author of this article. Since I got my hands on a Porsche 911, I've been completely hooked on Porsches and I can't stop loving them, so I started this blog. My favorite cars are the 911 Carrera (2/991), 911 Carrera Cabriolet & 911 Carrera T (1/992), GT3 (1/997) and 718 Cayman GT4 RS.
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