Farewell 2025: These models are going out of production

As we dive into the discovery phase of the 2025 model year, an exciting lineup of new vehicles has arrived, ranging from the illustrious Chevy Corvette ZR1 to the efficient Honda Civic Hybrid. However, amid this excitement, we must also mourn the vehicles that will not continue their journey—be it cars, trucks, SUVs, or EVs and hybrids.

Before these models fade from memory, it’s time to reflect on those that won’t be available for purchase next year and to extend our goodbyes and well wishes.

Alfa Stelvio Quadrifoglio and Giulia Quadrifoglio

We will miss Alfa’s stylish performance duo, which always felt more at home on a racetrack than in daily driving. With a 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine delivering 505 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque, these vehicles could sprint to 60 mph in under four seconds, accompanied by an exhilarating roar.  With lively steering, razor-sharp responses, and an overly stiff suspension setup, the Quads were perhaps a bit too sporty for everyday use. The four-leaf clover’s luck seems to have run out here.

Audi A5 Coupe and Convertible

Stay with us, because things are about to get complicated. In 2025, there will be no more Audi A5 coupe or convertible. While these models are being phased out, the A5 will survive as a redesigned version of the A4—perhaps the name will be transferred to an electric vehicle as Audi reimagines its naming conventions. In Audi's future, even-numbered model names will apply to EVs, while odd numbers will denote ICEs. The transition will be bumpy, so buckle up.

Chevrolet Camaro

Oh, Camaro. While the Charger and Mustang continue to thrive, we’re left with only rumors of an electric four-door successor for you. We’ve admired the Camaro for its fantastic power and superb driving dynamics, cherished its retro aesthetics, and spent countless laps on the track in its incredibly capable SS versions. However, taller drivers often found it a tight squeeze with a helmet on, outward visibility was limited, and the popular turbo-four and V6 models failed to capture the V8's rich, guttural sound. Plus, the trunk was quite small. The Camaro made the right sacrifices to excel, but sadly, not enough fans cared. Buy one now while you can, or accept your fate and shop for a Mustang instead. In this case, haters can’t be choosers.

Chevrolet Malibu

Believe it or not, Chevrolet sold the Malibu last year, but it will be discontinued now. This four-door sedan blended so seamlessly into the background that most retail shoppers didn’t even know it existed. As Chevy’s last midsize sedan—for now, or forever?—the Malibu never reached the heights of the Toyota Camry or Honda Accord. In its final year, we rated the 2024 Malibu at 5.0 out of 10. While being relentlessly average has its place, it seems not in Chevy’s ICE lineup.

Infiniti Q50

Yes, it was still for sale. Perhaps you forgot; many former fans of this once-great sports sedan have too. The Q50 has seen many iterations—hybrid, twin-turbo, all-wheel drive—making it possible to trace automotive trends through its yearly updates. Infiniti is now all about SUVs, at least until it launches its long-rumored electric sedan.

Jaguar E-Pace, I-Pace, XE, XF, and F-Type

It’s a bloodbath in Coventry. Jaguar has announced a pivot to an all-electric lineup, and in doing so will eliminate its only existing electric vehicle along with all other models it sells in the U.S., save for the sporty, agile F-Pace crossover SUV. Wave goodbye to the E-Pace, I-Pace, XE, XF, and F-Type, and wait for Jaguar to confirm what comes next, as nothing seems set in stone.

Kia Forte

Look for a revamped Forte in 2025—just under its new name, K4.

Maserati Ghibli

With a rear-drive platform and an engine built by Ferrari, the Ghibli sedan seemed like a sure bet. However, it never attracted the attention it needed to survive, despite a high-profile Super Bowl ad featuring Quvenzhané Wallis. It ventured too far downmarket too quickly, and Maserati has now realized the future lies in stunning two-door EV convertibles and sleek midsize SUVs like the GranTurismo and Grecale.

Mitsubishi Mirage

Last year, we predicted the Mirage would vanish; it turned out it still had one more act left. However, by 2025, it will be gone, just like the Chevy Spark and Kia Rio before it. It was once the cheapest car sold in the U.S.; we are curious how used prices will hold up as new-car prices remain high.

Nissan Titan

Nissan launched the Titan earlier this century with grand ambitions and a brand-new assembly plant to support its efforts. It couldn't dethrone the Ford F-150, nor could it surpass the Toyota Tundra. Instead, the Titan stumbled through mild refreshes and a half-heavy-duty XD edition, only to now face its demise.

Nissan Versa

Build more crossovers, they said—and Nissan complied. Those crossovers sold so well that even low-cost, practical offerings like the Versa became hard to market. We said it “looks, feels, and drives nicer than its price.” We were right, but you’re not wrong for wanting something roomier like the similarly priced Nissan Kicks. It just goes to show: you can be frugal, well-equipped, and likely a better buy than used cars—and still be a footnote in sales.

Toyota Venza

The Venza deserved more respect than it ever received in its two unrelated versions. The first generation model was spacious, sleek, and reliable; while the latest edition went hybrid-only before it was trendy, muted the RAV4's noisy drive, and featured a much nicer interior. The fit and finish of the Venza were worthy of Lexus—but its size and price failed to compel enough buyers. In its final year, it achieved a TCC rating of 7.2 out of 10—the highest-rated among all vehicles that won’t survive another year.