Volkswagen Group, FAW Group step up cooperation to boost FAW-VW's product innovation

Shanghai (Gasgoo)- Volkswagen Group announced on March 17 it has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with FAW Group in Germany, aiming to deepen their long-standing collaboration and drive new breakthroughs in product development and technological innovation of FAW-Volkswagen ("FAW-VW"), their joint venture. The partnership is expected to inject fresh momentum into China's automotive market, particularly in the areas of electrification and smart mobility.

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Under the agreement, starting in 2026, FAW-VW will introduce 11 new models across multiple segments, tailored to the needs of the Chinese market. The lineup will include six battery electric vehicle (BEV) models, two plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) models, two range-extended electric vehicle (REEV) models, and one oil-fueled vehicle model, significantly expanding FAW-VW's product portfolio to meet the growing demand for diverse mobility solutions.

Looking ahead to 2030, FAW-VW plans to launch more than 20 fire new models under its various brands, following a strategic approach that integrates both traditional and electrified powertrains.

On the technology front, FAW-VW's new energy vehicle lineup will incorporate the advanced CMP (China Main Platform), along with the CEA (China Electrical Architecture), a zonal Electrical/Electronic (E/E) architecture. This will support the introduction of four compact vehicle models—two BEVs and two PHEVs—accelerating the company's transition towards intelligent and electrified mobility.

Additionally, a new model built on Volkswagen's MEB platform will undergo a comprehensive smart upgrade through CEA integration.

In the mid-size vehicle segment, FAW-VW plans to launch two BEV models, along with their REEV versions, based on Volkswagen's future-generation platforms, catering to consumers seeking both long-range capability and an enhanced driving experience.

The JETTA brand is also set to enter the entry-level BEV market with its first all-electric vehicle model debuting in 2026. Designed to be highly competitive in both pricing and smart features, this launch marks JETTA's transition into the era of intelligent connected vehicles while further strengthening FAW-VW's market position.