VW Abandons U.S. Diesels

By Jennifer Newman
November 23, 2016
img599968903 1454365190528 jpg 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen TDI | Cars.com photo by Angela Conners

CARS.COM — In a move surprising no one, Volkswagen will no longer sell diesel-powered versions of its vehicles in the U.S., according to a German business publication. Volkswagen is “working under the assumption that we will no longer offer diesel vehicles in the United States,” Volkswagen CEO Herbert Diess told the paper.

Related: Thinking Buyback? Replace Your Volkswagen TDI With One of These

The move is more fallout from the German automaker’s diesel emissions cheating scandal, which is only partially resolved. While VW owners with the 2.0-liter diesel engine have a deal in place, those with the 3.0-liter diesel are still awaiting buyback and engine fix details.

Volkswagen has admitted to cheating on diesel emissions testing via software that activated only under test conditions. VW’s diesels emit up to 40 times the legal limit of nitrogen oxide.

For the full story, read The Detroit News.

 Add Cars.com as a preferred source on Google
Editor-in-Chief
Jennifer Newman

I bring more than 25 years of journalism experience, including over 15 years in the automotive space, and currently lead Cars.com’s Editorial team. If you’re thinking this sounds like an amazing job … you’re right, it is. I’m passionate about helping car shoppers find the right vehicle for their lifestyle and budget. I’ve been a certified child passenger safety technician for more than 15 years. And I’m also the director of juror relations for the World Car Awards steering committee. I live in Chicago with my husband, our two sons, and our rescue dog. When I’m not driving test cars, you can find me zipping around the city in my Hyundai Ioniq 5.

Featured stories

By Cars.com Editors
July 17, 2026
By Cars.com Editors
August 13, 2026
By Hyundai
January 18, 2026