2026 World Motor Show – Discover the list of all new models and concept cars to see at the Paris Salon
The 2026 edition of the World Motor Show is worth attending as it features a large number of car manufacturers, including many returning brands. Expect a rich lineup of new models and numerous unreleased concept cars. We take a look at the models that have been announced and those expected to appear. You’ll also find links to our detailed articles here.
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Alfa Romeo
The Italian brand will come to Paris with an unprecedented concept that will give hints about future models, which will be multi-energy (hybrid and electric). The company states that this creation is “aimed at those who still love driving and experiencing authentic moments behind the wheel.”
Alpine
The brand is preparing a new electric A110. Although the production version isn’t ready yet, there are hopes for the unveiling of a concept car to preview it.
Audi
Audi’s major new arrival at the auto show will be the A2 e-tron, which serves as the brand’s new entry-level model in the electric vehicle market, with an estimated price below 40,000 euros.
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Visitors will also be able to see the new large SUVs, the Q7 and Q9, which will be available as plug-in hybrids in 2027. The new plug-in hybrid sports car, the Nuvolari, will also be on display.
BYD/Denza
The duo’s lineup of new models isn’t yet known, but we can already take a look at those recently unveiled, such as the plug-in hybrid city car Dolphin G and the high-end electric coupe/roadster Z.
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Citroën
The event at the show will undoubtedly take place in the Citroën section, with the presentation of a concept car that gives a glimpse of the new electric 2CV, with the production version expected by 2028. We’re eager to see how the iconic Deuche’s design will be reinterpreted in the modern era.
Chery
The Chinese giant has just launched its own brand in France, featuring the SUVs Tiggo 7 and Tiggo 8, with the Tiggo 4 set to follow. These models will be available in hybrid and/or plug-in hybrid versions.
Cupra
The Spanish company will highlight its electric city car, the Raval, though it has already been available at dealerships for several months.
Dacia
The Romanian company has a big agenda, with two major new models making their world premiere. On one hand is the second generation of the Spring, France’s cheapest electric car, with an entry price under 15,000 € for everyone thanks to the CEE subsidy.
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On the other hand, there’s the large station wagon Striker, which confirms Dacia’s ambition to move up in price segments. This vehicle will be available as a hybrid.
DS
The brand will highlight the DS N°7, which has already been on display at dealerships for a few weeks. It will also unveil an unprecedented concept car, likely to reassure fans about its future!
Fiat
Fiat is making its return to the World Motor Show, and it’s not there just to be a footnote. The brand will finally unveil in detail its new pair of compact SUVs, the Grizzly and Grizzly Fastback — affordable models that will also be available in electric versions.
Two concept cars are also scheduled to be shown. One is expected to reveal what the successor to the small Panda will look like, with an electric version priced under 15,000 euros set to arrive in 2028.
Ford
The blue oval brand will be at Paris, but its lineup has not yet been specified. The manufacturer recently confirmed it is preparing five new models for Europe, so this might be an opportunity to give us a first glimpse of them.
Geely
Geely aims to use the auto show to gain recognition, particularly with its affordable electric city car, the E2, which starts at 20,990 €.
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Hyundai
Hyundai has a strong lineup with the refresh of two key SUVs in its range: the compact Bayon and, more importantly, the midsize Tucson. The Tucson will continue to offer hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions, while the Bayon is expected to come with an innovative single-hybrid powertrain.
Visitors will also be able to see the new (large) electric city car, the Ioniq 3, and the newly launched Ioniq 6 N in France.
The manufacturer will also use the show to introduce an electric utility vehicle.
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Kia
Lovers of spacious interiors will have the chance to experience the massive PV7, an electric vehicle that can seat up to 9 people!
In the hybrid category, French consumers will get to see the Seltos, an SUV positioned between the Niro and Sportage. Kia may also finally introduce its new compact car, the K4, with a basic hybrid version in France.
Lancia
Lancia’s revival continues with the arrival of the second model in its new lineup, marking the return of the Gamma name. However, it now refers to a large SUV coupe! This vehicle will also be available as an electric version with a range of up to 700 km.
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Leapmotor
The Chinese manufacturer distributed by Stellantis will continue its push into Europe, with the first debut on our continent of an ambitious compact city car, the B03, following the urban SUV B03X. The company will also add the large SUV D19 to its lineup.
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Lucid
No world premiere, but finally an official debut for the brand in France, confirming its entry into the market with the large sedan Air and the large SUV Gravity to start.
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Lynk&Co
The Chinese brand, which will now be officially distributed by Volvo in Europe, made its debut in Paris.
Mercedes
The star of Mercedes’ lineup will be the third generation of the GLA, launched first as a 100% electric model. Visitors will also be able to see the new electric Class C and the VLE.
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Opel
In addition to the new electric version of the Corsa, the manufacturer will unveil an unprecedented concept car, the STX, designed to reinterpret the hatchback silhouette.
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Peugeot
If Peugeot does not want to miss out on the World Motor Show, its lineup will be somewhat disappointing since the new electric 208 is not ready yet. As a result, the brand is expected to showcase a concept car instead.
Renault
There will be little in terms of production models. The only new offering here will be a restyled version of the Mégane E-tech. However, Renault will also highlight the improvements made to the R5.
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The brand will primarily unveil a concept to mark a new chapter in its history following the appointment of a new chief designer at the end of 2025. This concept will provide clues about the successors to the Scénic, Espace, and Rafale SUVs.
Renault has also taken the time to reinvent the R8 Gordini.
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Skoda
Skoda has plenty of electric SUVs to offer. The brand will come to Paris with two new models in this category: the compact Epiq (which is already available at dealerships) and the larger Peaq, capable of seating 7 people.
Smart
Smart will return to Paris, marking its comeback to its roots as it finally unveils a successor to the Fortwo, the #2. It is a two-seater mini car that is 100% electric, with a range of nearly 300 km.
Subaru
Japan is making a comeback in France with a new lineup of three electric vehicles: the compact crossover Uncharted, the rugged station wagon E-Outback, and the restyled SUV Solterra. They are already available at dealerships.
Xpeng
One of the highlights of the show will undoubtedly be the ambitious electric SUV L03, a competitor to the Tesla Model Y priced starting at just 34,990 €. The brand will also display its new large SUV, the G9L.
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Volkswagen
The German brand is unveiling a host of new models at the show, including a significantly upgraded version of the ID.4, which is set to become the ID.Tiguan. Both the exterior design and the dashboard will be completely redesigned.
We will also see the ID.Cross, the SUV version of the ID.Polo, which has been available at dealerships since the start of the school year. Additionally, there’s the ID.3 Neo, which has now been released in a GTI sports version.
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Volvo
Volvo is back at the auto show, taking the opportunity to introduce its new electric SUV, the EX60. It will be accompanied by updated versions of the EC40 and EX40. For those still hesitant to switch to electric vehicles, the brand will also showcase the new rechargeable hybrid XC60, which offers a long electric range of 200 km.
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Zeekr
The Chinese company already offers the 001, X, 7X, and 7GT, and will present two new models at the Auto Show to expand this lineup.