Volkswagen Reports Slight Global Delivery Decline in 2025

Volkswagen’s delivery figures for 2025 show a minor decrease in total global shipments, with regional differences in performance and a rise in battery-electric vehicle deliveries.

In 2025, Volkswagen’s total worldwide deliveries reached 8.98 million vehicles, reflecting a 0.5% decrease compared to the previous year. The company experienced contrasting results across different markets, with notable changes in China and in its electric vehicle segment.

Deliveries in China, Volkswagen’s largest single market, declined by 8% during 2025, totaling 2.69 million vehicles. This drop in China contrasted with the overall global trend, where the decrease was less pronounced.

Battery-electric vehicle (BEV) deliveries for Volkswagen increased globally by 2.7% in 2025. This growth in BEV shipments occurred despite declines in some regional markets during the same period.

What the numbers show

• Global deliveries in 2025: 8.98 million vehicles, down 0.5%
• China deliveries in 2025: 2.69 million vehicles, down 8%
• Global BEV deliveries in 2025: up 2.7%
• First half 2025 BEV deliveries: 465,500 units, up nearly 50%
• First half 2025 North America deliveries: down 7%

During the first half of 2025, Volkswagen’s global BEV deliveries rose sharply by nearly 50%, reaching 465,500 units. However, this period also saw a 7% decrease in deliveries in North America and a 2% decrease in China for the same vehicle category.

The increase in BEV deliveries globally suggests a shift in Volkswagen’s product mix, with electric vehicles making up a larger portion of total shipments. Despite this, some regions such as North America and China experienced declines in BEV deliveries during the first half of the year.

Volkswagen’s overall delivery performance in 2025 was shaped by varying trends across regions and product types. While global BEV deliveries grew, the company faced challenges in its largest market, China, and in North America, particularly in the first half of the year.

Annual delivery results for Volkswagen in 2025 reflect both the company’s expansion in electric vehicles and the impact of regional market shifts. The combination of a small overall decline and growth in BEV shipments highlights the changing landscape for the automaker’s global operations.

* This article is based on publicly available information at the time of writing.