The Volkswagen Group maintained stable global vehicle deliveries in 2025 despite an increasingly challenging automotive market, while recording strong growth in fully electric vehicles.
According to figures released by the Group, worldwide deliveries totaled 8.98 million vehicles, only 0.5 percent lower than in 2024. The result underscores the resilience of Volkswagen’s multi-brand strategy amid intense competition in China, weaker demand in North America, and shifting regulatory and subsidy frameworks.
“We were on a solid track in 2025 despite a very demanding market environment,” said Oliver Blume, CEO of Volkswagen Group. “With around nine million vehicles delivered, our sales remain stable thanks to attractive products across all brands and drive types. Our product renewal is gaining momentum, and customer response to our new models has been very positive.”
Electric Vehicles Drive Growth
The standout performance came from battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). Volkswagen Group delivered 983,100 fully electric vehicles worldwide, an increase of 32 percent year-over-year, raising the global BEV share of total deliveries to 10.9 percent, up from 8.2 percent in 2024.
Europe was the strongest growth driver, with BEV deliveries jumping 66 percent, giving the Group a market share of around 27 percent in the region. Five Volkswagen Group models ranked among the top 10 best-selling electric vehicles in Europe, led by the Volkswagen ID.4/ID.5, ID.3, and the Škoda Elroq.
Electric growth was also robust in the United States (+46 percent), while deliveries in China declined as expected (-44 percent), reflecting a strategic transition ahead of new locally developed electric models.
Regional Performance Mixed
Volkswagen Group’s performance varied significantly by region:
- Europe: Deliveries rose 4.5 percent to 3.94 million vehicles, with Germany up 5.6 percent. Market share reached a new high of around 25 percent, supported by strong demand for models such as the VW T-Roc and VW Tiguan.
- South America: The fastest-growing region, with deliveries up 11.6 percent to 663,000 vehicles, marking the highest level since 2014. New models such as the VW Tera played a key role.
- North America: Deliveries fell 10.4 percent to 946,800 vehicles, largely due to a 13.6 percent decline in the U.S., driven by tariff impacts and the end of EV subsidies.
- China: Deliveries declined 8 percent amid intense competition. However, Audi regained the top spot in the premium segment, and Volkswagen strengthened its leadership in combustion-engine vehicles.
Strong Order Intake and Hybrid Momentum
The Group also reported encouraging order trends. BEV order intake in Europe increased by 55 percent, lifting the electric order book to more than 200,000 vehicles. Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) also gained traction, with global deliveries rising 58 percent, supported by new second-generation models offering electric ranges of up to 143 kilometers.
“Our attractive products were the foundation for a solid delivery performance,” said Marco Schubert, Member of the Group’s Extended Executive Committee for Sales. “We are particularly pleased with the dynamic growth in all-electric vehicles and our expanding position in Europe and South America.”
Volkswagen Group plans to maintain momentum in 2026 with more than 20 new model launches, including further vehicles from its China-focused product offensive and its Electric Urban Car Family. The Group aims to expand access to entry-level electric mobility across brands such as Volkswagen, CUPRA, and Škoda, reinforcing its ambition to become a global automotive technology leader.
As the industry navigates economic uncertainty and rapid electrification, Volkswagen’s 2025 results suggest a company holding its ground—while accelerating its shift toward an electric future.
