Top Non-Volkswagen Branded Vehicles Produced by Volkswagen Group

The Volkswagen Group is a multinational automaker with a diverse and successful lineup of brands. While the Volkswagen (VW) brand leads in terms of sales volume, several of its subsidiaries have achieved notable success in their respective markets. This article highlights the top non-Volkswagen branded vehicles produced by the group based on the number of units sold in 2022.

Market Performance by Brand

By the number of units sold in 2022, the Volkswagen Group's brands rank as follows:

Vehicle Brand: Volkswagen
P[Volkswagen sold 4.5 million units in 2022.] Vehicle Brand: Audi
P[Audi sold 1.6 million units in 2022.] Vehicle Brand: Skoda
P[Skoda sold 0.73 million units in 2022.] Vehicle Brand: Porsche
P[Porsche sold 0.31 million units in 2022.] Vehicle Brand: Seat
P[Seat sold 0.23 million units in 2022.] Vehicle Brand: Cupra
P[Cupra sold 0.15 million units in 2022.] Vehicle Brand: Bentley
P[Bentley sold 15,000 units in 2022.] Vehicle Brand: Lamborghini
P[Lamborghini sold only 9,200 units in 2022.]

Electric Vehicles by Brand

The group also produces several electric vehicles across its brands. Here’s a breakdown:

Volkswagen:
1. ID.4 and ID.5 together sold 193,000 units.

Skoda:
1. Enyaq (including the Coupe) sold 54,000 units.

Audi:
1. Q4 e-Tron sold 53,000 units.

Volkswagen:
1. ID.3 sold 77,000 units.

Note: The non-Volkswagen, non-Skoda brands have lower sales figures. Therefore, focusing on the top selling non-Volkswagen branded vehicles.

The Bestselling Models

Skoda

Octavia:
Skoda's Octavia sold 141,000 units in 2022, making it the top-selling non-Volkswagen but also the best-selling model by the group. It is also noted for being the best value EV in the group.

Other Skoda Models:
1. Kamiq (96,000 units) 2. Kodiaq (95,000 units) 3. Fabia (93,000 units) 4. Karoq (88,000 units)

Note: Other top selling models include Superb (including electric Enyaq), Scala, Kushaq, Slavia, and Rapid.

Audi

The Q5 SUV, a top-performing Audi model, is the biggest competitor to the Octavia. Unfortunately, specific sales numbers for Audi models are not currently available.

The Luxury Segment

Porsche

Porsche's lineup includes the Taycan and the 911. While the Taycan has seen significant growth, the 911 remains a staple in its class. Porsche sold 310,000 units in 2022. The Taycan, being the latest addition, brought in a considerable share of the success.

Bentley

Bentley sold 15,000 units in 2022, highlighting its status in the luxury market. Their lineup includes the Bentayga, the Flying Spur, and the Bentayga EWB.

Lamborghini

Lamborghini saw the sale of approximately 9,200 units in 2022. The Aventador, Huracan, and Urus are the main models in their portfolio, each contributing significantly to the total sales.

The Cupra Brand

Cupra, considered depending on how the top car is defined, has contributed to the group's success. Cupra's range includes the Cupra Leon and Cupra Formentor, both of which sold 150,000 units combined.

Conclusion

In summary, the non-Volkswagen brands within the Volkswagen Group have produced some highly successful vehicles. The Skoda Octavia stands out, being the best-selling non-Volkswagen model and a testament to the group's diverse market presence. The performance of other models like Audi Q5, Porsche Taycan, and Bentley and Lamborghini offerings further highlight the group's strong presence in the luxury and electric vehicle segments.