Model innovations in 2026
The Core brand group will focus its model innovations in 2026 on launching entry-level models from the Volkswagen Group’s new urban electric family based on the next evolutionary stage of the modular electric drive platform, the MEB+.
One of these is the ID. Polo from the Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand. Furthermore, the ID.3 will receive a refreshed interior and exterior in 2026. The new T-Roc will be available with an economical hybrid engine. In particular the new electric models developed and built in China for China, the ID. UNYX 07, ID. UNYX 08 and ID. ERA 9X, will be introduced to the market.
Škoda will debut the new all-electric Epiq SUV in 2026, also a member of the new urban electric family. The Škoda Peaq, a spacious fully electric seven-seater, will expand the portfolio. In the Indian market, new models from the Kushaq and Slavia series will round off the range of vehicles developed and produced locally.
CUPRA will launch the Raval in 2026 on the basis of the MEB+ platform. The Born will also be available with a refreshed interior and exterior.
The new Transporter from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will be launched in 2026 with a plug-in hybrid drivetrain, and further double cab variants will also be introduced. The Caddy and Multivan will be comprehensively overhauled.
Audi will be updating its electric model portfolio in 2026 with the market launch of the new Q4 e-tron and the Q4 Sportback e-tron. Another highlight will be the launch of the new Q7. The AUDI E7X, an all-electric premium SUV, will make its debut in China as the second model of the “AUDI” word brand.
Porsche will press ahead with electrification of its models in 2026 with the new Cayenne Electric and Cayenne Coupé Electric. Other derivatives, including the Macan GTS, will be added to the product range in the course of 2026.
Bentley plans to update the Flying Spur in 2026. In addition, it will be bringing out new versions of the Continental GT and Continental GT Convertible models, which have already been updated.
Ducati will bring the Panigale V4 R and the limited-edition Diavel V4 RS to market in 2026. The Monster V2 and Hypermotard V2 will also be launched. Adventurous bikers will welcome the addition of the Multistrada V4 RS, Multistrada V4 Rally and Desert X to the enduro portfolio.
The TRATON GROUP will forge ahead with e-mobility and autonomous driving in 2026, but will continue to take an open approach to technology in offering the products that customers want.
In early 2026, Scania will commence deliveries of the first trucks to be sold under the new Next Era brand, which are being developed and produced for the Chinese market in China. In addition, other vehicle series will be fitted out with the Super 11 engine.
MAN will launch additional engine variants based on the D30 engine for the various vehicle series on the market in 2026.
International will push the use of the Integrated Powertrain throughout a broad product portfolio.
Volkswagen Truck & Bus will expand its line-up of battery-electric vehicles and offer customers new solutions.