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VW Polo production ends in Europe; Focus shifts to EVs

The upcoming affordable electric SUV from Volkswagen was even spotted testing for the first time recently.

According to media reports, Volkswagen has ended production of its Polo model in Europe after 40 years. The Volkswagen Polo has been in production at its Spain plant since 1984. Over the years, the company has built more than 8.4 million units, making it one of Europe's top-selling cars.

This year alone, Volkswagen sold over 90,000 units of the Polo through August 2024, making it Europe's 8th best-selling car. Now, the carmaker has decided to shift focus to producing smaller, affordable EVs at its Spain facility. The plant is already scheduled to begin producing two small electric SUVs in 2026. Both electric SUVs are said to be based on a modified version of VW's MEB platform, which currently underpins its current ID Series.

Volkswagen showcased the ID.2all Concept last year. The production version of the concept will sit below the ID.3. It is expected to be priced at around $27,500. Thomas Shafer, CEO of Volkswagen, stated that the ID2.all previews "where we want to take the brand."

The upcoming affordable electric SUV from Volkswagen was even spotted testing for the first time recently.

Source: Electrek

 
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