- Delivery mode is on: Volkswagen Group launches its largest-ever product offensive in China, for China – more than 20 electrified vehicles are coming onto the market in 2026 alone, expanding to 50 models by 2030.
- Developed in China, for China: At the Group Media Night on April 21, Volkswagen Group unveiled four world premieres – the Volkswagen ID. UNYX 09 co-developed with Xpeng within 24 months; the ID. AURA T6 built on the locally developed China Electronic Architecture (CEA) with CARIZON’s ADAS solution; JETTA’s all-electric show car JETTA X for the smart entry segment; and the exterior reveal of China exclusive AUDI brand’s second serial production car, the E7X.
- “Agentic AI for all” roadmap: From 2026, vehicles based on Volkswagen’s China Electronic Architecture will feature onboard AI Agents enabling highly intuitive, human-like interaction between vehicle and customer while ensuring robust personal data protection.
- From 2027, the next-generation CEA 2.0 will integrate intelligent driving and cockpit control into a unified system across all powertrain types empowered by Agentic AI, marking the Volkswagen Group’s next step towards the AI-Defined-Vehicle era in China.
- Oliver Blume, CEO Volkswagen Group: “China is at the core of our transformation and a key driver of our global ambitions. The products and technologies we are highlighting at China Auto 2026 are strong proof points of how far we have come with our fully localized strategy. It is a defining milestone on our journey to becoming the ‘Global Automotive Tech Driver’.”
- Ralf Brandstätter, Member of the Board of Management of Volkswagen AG for China and Chairman and CEO of Volkswagen Group China: “Our ‘in China, for China’ strategy is now taking to the roads. In just 36 months, the Volkswagen Group has developed a completely new product portfolio for smart electric vehicles in China. This year alone, we will launch 20 new smart electric vehicles onto the market. With state-of-the-art electrical architectures, ADAS systems, an intelligent cockpit and AI features, we are fulfilling all the key demands of our Chinese customers. The numerous premieres from our brands at the Beijing Motor Show underscore the speed and rigor of our transformation.”
[Beijing, April 21, 2026] At its Media Night before Auto China 2026, the Volkswagen Group unveiled its powerful push into smart mobility. The showcase included a refreshed model portfolio with four global premieres. This new line-up is driven by the "in China, for China" strategy. Every aspect—from design and digital cockpit services to advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)—is tailored specifically for Chinese customers. The Group also launched its “Agentic AI for all” roadmap. This initiative is built on the new, scalable China Electronic Architecture (CEA) and will integrate intelligent driving and cockpit features into a single, unified operating system for all vehicle types.
Oliver Blume, CEO Volkswagen Group
Oliver Blume, CEO Volkswagen Group: “China is at the core of our transformation and a key driver of our global ambitions. The products and technologies we are highlighting at China Auto 2026 are strong proof points of how far we have come with our fully localized strategy. It is a defining milestone on our journey to becoming the ‘Global Automotive Tech Driver’.”
Ralf Brandstätter, Member of the Board of Management of Volkswagen AG for China and Chairman and CEO of Volkswagen Group China
Ralf Brandstätter, Member of the Board of Management of Volkswagen AG for China and Chairman and CEO of Volkswagen Group China: “Our ‘in China, for China’ strategy is now taking to the roads. In just 36 months, the Volkswagen Group has developed a completely new product portfolio for smart electric vehicles in China. This year alone, we will launch 20 new smart electric vehicles onto the market. With state-of-the-art electrical architectures, ADAS systems, an intelligent cockpit and AI features, we are fulfilling all the key demands of our Chinese customers. The numerous premieres from our brands at the Beijing Motor Show underscore the speed and rigor of our transformation.”
This year, the Group is launching its largest-ever electrification offensive in China, spanning battery electric, plug-in hybrid and extended-range vehicles. The Group will offer around 30 electrified models by 2027 and 50 by 2030, including approximately 30 all-electric vehicles.
Strong local R&D capabilities deliver advanced ADAS functions
This product rollout is built on the Group's strong local R&D capabilities and partnerships, enabling complete in-house development in China.
The Group's in-house intelligent driving powerhouse CARIZON has already reached a key milestone: delivering its first L2 Advanced ADAS solution on time for the Highway Pilot function with the Start of Production of the ID. UNYX 07 at the end of 2025. Building on this success, several vehicles launching in the second half of this year will be the first models equipped with its full L2 Advanced ADAS technology, achieving comprehensive functionalities including Navigation on Autopilot (NOA) in both urban and highway environments, plus automated parking. This demonstrates the Group's effective strategy to rapidly integrate locally developed, cutting-edge technologies into mass-produced vehicles.
These milestones set the stage for the four global premieres at Auto China 2026. Spanning multiple brands and segments, they demonstrate the Volkswagen Group's ability to leverage the Chinese innovation ecosystem and combine it with the Group's global strengths and safety standards.
ID. AURA T6
The Volkswagen brand is going all-in with new products and new technology, accelerating one of the largest product offensives in its global history. Revealed at the Volkswagen Group Media Night, the ID. AURA T6 from FAW-Volkswagen, the inaugural model of its all-new ID. AURA series, making its entry into China's highly competitive fully electric mid-size SUV segment. As a cornerstone model for the brand, the ID. AURA T6 is built entirely on the locally developed China Electronic Architecture (CEA). This advanced technological foundation enables features such as advanced L2 assisted driving and continuous over-the-air (OTA) updates.
ID. UNYX 09
Also showcased at the event was the close-to-production ID. UNYX 09 from Volkswagen Anhui. This 5-meter all-electric sedan combines state-of-the-art intelligent technologies, including advanced L2 driving assistance, high-performance computing, and an intuitive AI assistant.
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