The 2025 model year marks the end for these electric vehicle models. Some of them were kind of obvious, but several were surprises when their end was announced. Here’s a list of EVs that end production in the 2025 model year.
Acura ZDX
This one barely made it a year before its demise. It not only barely got introduced before cancellation, but was so underhyped that even those of us who follow automotive for a living were only barely aware of its existence. Co-developed with General Motors, the ZDX shared a platform with the Blazer EV. It’s likely that this Acura was mostly a compliance vehicle meant to capture the previously pro-EV winds in Washington more than anything else.
Ford F-150 Lighting
This one is shutting down production, but isn’t actually going away. A combination of events lead to the Lighting getting nixed. At least in its current format. An aluminum supplier ceased production due to a fire, sales for the truck have been far lower than expected, and government subsidies have gone away. All spelling doom for the Lighting. Ford says that it will return, however, with a new platform and probably everything else. And it’ll be range-extended to solve the Lighting’s biggest problem versus other F-150 models: towing and hauling range.
Genesis G80 (Electrified)
One of the best electric vehicles on the market, the G80 was doing pretty well for a luxury EV. I suspect that the G80 will return with a redesign and probably a new name. Something that fits in a little better with the brand’s EV lineup. And probably with a lot more kilopower on its drivetrain.
Mercedes-Benz EQB
The electrified version of the GLB utility, the EQB was a nicely-done package. But it got dated quickly as other options entered the market with better price points and offerings. This one will probably return with better range, power, and luxury design. Maybe with a better name as well. But it’s Mercedes. So that latter thing probably won’t happen.
Mercedes-Benz EQE / EQS
These are some really great electric vehicles and were far better than the equivalent Tesla models on the market. Especially given the signature Benz luxury they included. Production for U.S. sales is suspended, but these will continue to live on in Europe, Asia, and other markets.
Nissan Ariya
This one wasn’t a surprise at all. With the Leaf becoming more like the Ariya in its new-gen format, it was clear that this model was an experiment or placeholder. Technically, production on the Ariya is paused, not ended, but it’s pretty safe to say that it’s probably a dodo.
Polestar 2
Polestar seems on the verge of leaving the U.S. At least for now. Tariffs are directly to blame here, but the burgeoning EV maker was already having a rough time competing outside of China and bits of Europe. Where this car will remain available.
Volkswagen I.D. Buzz
As soon as I drove on of these, I knew it wasn’t going to last. The Buzz was purely a nostalgia machine with little else to offer besides that. And that’s not a long-term sales strategy. Overpriced, under-designed, and over-hyped, the Buzz really wasn’t going very far very fast. Literally and figuratively. I do expect that this won’t be VW’s last attempt at a nostalgia-driven option, though. Rumors abound over a new Bug coming to town.
