Volkswagen unveils new Porsche-like electric SUV design, but you can’t have it
The Volkswagen ID. Code previews a new electric SUV aimed at younger buyers, but it won’t be available in the US. VW introduced the sleek Porsche-like electric SUV as it looks to tap into the world’s largest EV market.
New VW electric SUV teases Porsche-like design
Volkswagen revealed a drastic shift in design and tech for its future EV models in China. The new ID. Code previews VW’s new sub-brand aimed at younger buyers.
With a sleek Porsche-like design, the VW ID. Code teases a new electric SUV as part of its new range of models. Volkswagen is tapping into local partners, like XPeng, to regain market share in its most important market.
After BYD ended its 15-year run as China’s top-selling auto brand, VW is plowing ahead with its new “in China, for China” strategy.
According to CEO Thomas Shafer, VW is “ushering in a new era” with modern tech, a bold new design, and local development. The ID. Code is specifically tailored for customers in China.
Reminiscent of a Gran Turismo, the new VW electric SUV has a Porsche-like feel with a sleek profile.
A newly designed “living space” features a new experience where real and virtual worlds combine. VW says the new EV can be driven traditionally or in Level 4 autonomous mode.
New brand-specific features include a modernist interior design with an updated display and operating concept (HMI) aimed at younger buyers.
Taking on the world’s largest EV market
The ID.Code previews a new electric SUV from its new ID.UX sub-brand set to roll out by 2027. Volkswagen will introduce electrified versions of its ICE models with new “highly efficient” plug-in hybrids featuring over 100 km (62 miles) electric range.
VW is complementing its MQB and MEB platforms with local support. For example, the company announced plans to slash EV costs with a new digital EV platform using XPeng’s E/E architecture.
Meanwhile, Volkswagen China Technology Company (VCTC) is developing the brand’s first EV platform specifically designed for China.
VW plans to launch at least four entry-level EVs on the China Main Platform (CMP) from 2026. The company believes having multiple platforms will help it to meet all customer needs with the right products.
The first ID. UX model, the ID.UNYX will make its market debut later this year. Meanwhile, its partnership with XPeng will spawn two mid-class EVs by 2026.
VW said its ID line-up will grow to include 16 models by 2030, including five ID. UX models. The automaker is also preparing several low-cost EVs for global markets like the ID.1 and ID.2, expected to start at 20,000 euros ($21,700) and 25,000 euros ($27,000), respectively.
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Podcast: new Tesla Model S/X, Robotaxi is sort of coming, Xiaomi breaks EV Nurburgring record, more
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Chevy closes in on Tesla with the Equinox and Blazer EVs ‘right in the heart of the market’
Chevy is narrowing the gap with Tesla in the US, thanks to its new Equinox and Blazer EVs. After outselling Ford, Chevy is now the fastest-growing EV brand in the US.
Chevy EV registrations triple in April as Tesla slips
GM is outpacing rivals in the US with a full lineup of 13 all-electric vehicles. Its biggest star so far has been Chevy, with new EVs like Equinox and Blazer seeing strong demand.
In the first quarter, Chevy became the fastest-growing domestic EV brand, outpacing Ford. According to the latest registration data from S&P Global Mobility (via Automotive News), Chevy is not slowing down. It’s actually closing in on Tesla.
Although new EV registrations fell for the first time in over a year in April, Chevy more than tripled its share. Tesla remained the top-selling EV brand with 39,913 registrations, 16% fewer than in April 2024.
Chevy registered 9,160 EVs in April, more than triple (+215%) that of last year. Its share of the EV market rose to 9.4%, up from just 2.8% last April.
The Chevy Equinox EV was the third most popular model, behind Tesla’s Model Y and Model 3, with 5,424 registrations. Tesla Model Y registrations fell 42% to 18,978, while Cybertruck registrations slipped 23% to 1,680.
To be fair, Tesla already said earlier this year that the new Model Y changeover would impact production in the first quarter.
Chevy’s Blazer EV ranked sixth with 2,662 registrations in April. S&P Global Mobility analyst, Tom Libby, explained that “They have the Equinox and the Blazer right in the heart of the market and they’re really benefiting from that.”
| US EV Registrations April 2025 | % Change from April 2024 | |
| Tesla | 39,913 | -16% |
| Chevy | 9,160 | 215% |
| Ford | 5,534 | -33% |
| BMW | 4,812 | 8.7% |
| Hyundai | 4,796 | -25% |
| Cadillac | 3,829 | 104% |
| Nissan | 3,316 | 52% |
| Rivian | 3,109 | -30% |
| Mercedes-Benz | 2,392 | -19% |
| Acura | 2,315 | – |
The Chevy Equinox EV, or “America’s most affordable 315+ mile range EV,” starts at just $34,995. No wonder it’s selling like hotcakes.
Through May, Chevrolet has sold over 37,000 electric vehicles in the US, outpacing Ford, which has sold 34,000. We will learn more when GM reports second quarter sales on July 1.
With leases starting at just $289 per month, the 2025 Chevy Equinox EV is a pretty good deal right now. Chevy is also offering 0% APR for 60 months on all 2025 EV models. Ready to try one out for yourself? You can use our links below to find Chevy EV models in your area.
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