# Volkswagen is developing a barrage of electric and extended range EV models for the Chinese market.

*robotics · news · 2026-05-01 · PerthNow*

## Key points

- Volkswagen plans to launch 50 new models in China by 2030, many with local partners.
- ID. Unyx 09 and ID. Aura T6 use platforms co-developed with Xpeng for the Chinese market.
- Volkswagen ID. Era 9X and Audi E7X utilize an architecture developed by SAIC for MG IM vehicles.
- CEO Oliver Blume indicated some China-developed models may be exported to Latin America, India, and Asia.
- Volkswagen lost its China sales crown to BYD in 2023, with EV sales down 44.3% year-over-year.

**Companies:** Volkswagen, SAIC, Xpeng
**Countries:** Germany, China

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