Paris Motor Show 2026 wrapped: The hottest new EVs unveiled in the French capital
In what feels like a matter of seconds, the 2026 Paris Motor Show is coming to a close, after months of intense build-up and car launches.
As always, the annual automotive extravaganza in the French capital didn’t fail to deliver, and since Monday October 12, car manufacturers from around the world have been out in full force with their latest EV offerings.
In the European corner, Stellantis introduced a raft of all-new, all-electric offerings from the new Citroën 2CV to the Group B-inspired 816bhp Peugeot E-T16 concept. Meanwhile Renault introduced its not-so-subtly-named E-Space, which almost certainly previews a next-generation of its Espace MPV.
As expected, Chinese manufacturers also played an enormous role in The City of Light. Avatr and Li Auto made their official European debuts, and BYD launched its posh new Atto 8, ushering in a new, sharper design language and a high-end cabin that almost certainly draws on its upmarket Denza brand.
All of the above is just a soupçon of what’s been happening, but scroll down, and we’ve listed the newest and most important EVs that have debuted in Paris this week. And we’ve listed them in alphabetical order, too. Oh, and if you were wondering, the Paris Motor Show ends on Friday, October 16.
Alfa Romeo Cuorerosso
Stellantis had it large at this year’s Paris Motor Show, and one of the automotive giant’s biggest draws was the Alfa Romeo Cuoreosso concept. Introduced to showcase Alfa’s upcoming design language, the handsomely sculpted Cuorerosso – or “Red Heart” en Inglese – also outlines some of the new multi-energy STLA One’s platform’s technological prowess. This software-defined architecture can accommodate a fully-electric drivetrain and a clever drive-by-wire system controlled by its centralised ‘STLA brain’ software stack. The Cuorerosso’s “proper Alfa” aesthetic is expected to be introduced with the Italian carmaker’s upcoming electric hatchback, which may or may not be named the Giulietta.
Alpine A310 Vision
Unfortunately, we still have to wait until next year for the all-electric Alpine A110. Nonetheless, France’s foremost performance car manufacturer still turned on some home turf magic with its A310 Vision concept. Drawing heavily on the 2+2 Alpine A310 “berlinette” from 1971, its “very seventies” design has been reinterpreted to celebrate the original car’s 55th birthday and mark Alpine’s electric future. With “pop-down” headlights, a ‘Y-Zero’ S-duct blade running the length of the bonnet and sharp angles aplenty, this modern take on a French “icon” runs on Alpine’s modular 800V platform, which will underpin the upcoming A110. Alpine maintains that the A310 remains a “creative exploration” for now. However, the fact that it’s even here has prompted suggestions that an all-electric coupé could sit above the A110 as the flagship in its “dream garage” line-up during the coming years.
Avatr
Founded in 2018, Avatr is a Chinese EV maker born from a tie-up between automaker Changan, tech firm Xiaomi, and battery specialists CATL. In Paris, Avatr announced its 2027 European debut, with Spain and Norway confirmed as initial markets. The first cars will be the Volvo EX60-rivalling 07 SUV, and the 938bhp, tri-motor 06 sports saloon. Avatr’s eye-catching aesthetic was developed by ex-BMW man, Nader Faghihzadeh, who previously served as the all-electric BMW i division’s design chief. The Iranian’s portfolio includes the BMW i3, i8, and iX, and to underline how serious it is about European markets, Avatr has a ‘Global Design Center’ in Munich, Germany. After a wider rollout across continental Europe, a UK arrival could be on the cards, too.
BYD Atto 8
For a manufacturer that likes to flex its muscles at international events, BYD kept this one very close to its chest. Yet on the first day in the City of Light, the Chinese automotive giant introduced its seven-seat Atto 8 SUV. Aimed at the likes of the Škoda Peaq and the Peugeot E-5008, the Atto 8 introduces a new, slightly aggressive design language previously unseen on BYD’s Atto line of cars, and its plush interior appears to be inspired by BYD’s posh Denza brand. Under the skin, the Atto 8 sounds equally as promising. The second-generation 115kWh ‘Blade’ battery offers up to 405 miles of range and can be charged from 10-97% in just nine minutes with a BYD 1,500kW ‘Flash’ charger. Oh, and if those numbers weren’t impressive enough, in range-topping all-wheel-drive Excellence trim, the Atto 8 produces an enormous 764bhp.
Citroën 2CV
The revived ‘deux-chevaux’ was undoubtedly one of the stars of this year’s Paris Motor Show. After almost 36 years, Citroen’s rustic icon is back as an all-electric city car, and it’s fully leaning into its heritage. The exterior is immediately recognisable as a tin snail, and the quirky, fuss-free interior is reminiscent of its predecessor, albeit with a modern twist: a case in point is the ‘umbrella handle’ protruding from the dashboard, which serves as a drive selector instead of a gear shifter. The new 2CV is likely to go on sale in 2028. When it does, it’ll be built around the Stellantis e-car platform designed to underpin a tranche of affordable, all-electric city cars. Citroen has confirmed that pricing for the 2CV will start around €15,000 – the equivalent of £13,600. Whether it can transport a box of eggs across an unploughed field without breaking them remains to be seen, mind.
Fiat Grizzly
The Fiat Grizzly is the cheeky Italian firm’s answer to the Dacia Duster, and it made its official European debut in the French capital. Built on the same Stellantis Small Car architecture as the Grande Panda, the closely related Grizzly will go on sale for €20,000 (around £16,900) in January next year. Upon arrival, it will be available in either compact SUV or fastback body style. Fiat also took the opportunity to announce its upcoming Pandina. Scheduled for unveiling in 2027, the electric-only Pandina will be the smallest member of the Panda family and underpinned by the 2CV’s e-car platform. Like its French cousin, it will be built at the Stellantis plant in Pomigliano d’Arco, Italy. We’d also like to give a special shoutout to the somewhat genius Fiat ‘3-in-1’ Multiplay concept, which can transform from a six-seat MPV to a flatbed truck by switching out its modular rear end. Sadly, though, it remains a showcase vehicle for now.
Geely Monjaro and K011
The Geely Monjaro EM-I is the Chinese giant’s third UK-bound model, and it’ll be the second plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUV in its line-up. Set to take a jab at the Skoda Enyaq and the Hyundai Santa Fe upon arrival early next year, the Monjaro aims to undercut both with an expected starting price of around £35,000. Final UK specs are still to be finalised, but using external markets as a reference point, Geely’s D-segment PHEV is likely to be offered with a front-wheel-drive (FWD) or an all-wheel-drive powertrain. Both are paired with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine and two battery choices. FWD cars come with an 18.4kWh battery and an electric-only range of 57 miles, while AWD variants offer 81 miles of electric driving thanks to a 29.8kWh pack. Geely also brought a second car to the Paris Motor Show, the K011. Details are currently scarce around the brand’s first dedicated off-roader, but its PHEV powertrain makes it a likely rival to the Land Rover Defender 110 and the BYD Ti5. More information will be made available in the run-up to the K011’s UK launch towards the end of next year.
Leapmotor B03 and D19
In its usual drama-free fashion, Leapmotor quietly went about its business in Paris by launching an all-new electric B03 supermini. Built to compete with the Renault 5, Volkswagen ID Polo, and the Hyundai Ioniq 3, the B03 has a 242-mile range and is expected to undercut its rivals with a price tag towards the low £20,000s. Leapmotor will confirm UK pricing when orders begin early next year. The Stellantis-owned Chinese firm also brought along its seven-seat D19 SUV. Available exclusively in China for now, Leapmotor’s flagship competes directly with the BYD Atto 8 and comes with heaps of tech, including air suspension and an Odeon-dwarfing 21.3-inch TV screen in the middle row. A tri-motor powertrain delivers 724bhp, while the 1000V architecture means the 115kWh battery can take on 50% worth of charge in 15 minutes. Leapmotor is yet to confirm whether it will bring the D19 to Europe, but as things stand, a European debut looks very much on the cards.
Li Auto Li 6
Like Avatr, Li Auto is another Chinese newcomer to Europe that’s tasted plenty of success at home since it was founded n in 2018. The brand marked its European premiere in Paris with its Li 6, the best-selling car in China over the first six months of 2026. This C-segment SUV will initially be sold in Norway and the Netherlands. Other yet-to-be-announced markets will follow. Designed as an extension of the owner’s home, the Li 6 embraces a less-is-more approach to in-car tech in stark contrast to most Chinese manufacturers. The Li 6 is built on 800V electrical architecture and powered by a 310-mile, 87kWh battery. Additional technical details such as charging speeds and pricing will be confirmed closer to the official launch. Like Zeekr, Xiaomi, and BYD, Li Auto is developing its Euro-spec cars for European drivers’ preferences and has already set up an R&D facility in Munich.
Peugeot E-T16 and RCZ
When Peugeot took the wraps off its Group B-inspired E-T16 concept car, rally fans around the world let out a collective outpouring of joy. Introduced to mark the 40th anniversary of the all-conquering 205 T16, a car that won the WRC’s drivers’ and manufacturers’ titles in 1985 and 1986, this all-electric take on a rallying icon adopts a contemporary design clearly inspired by its predecessor. Underneath, the E-T16 is powered by three electric motors that generate a whopping 816bhp. What’s more, Peugeot says that if the E-T16 gets enough interest, it’ll put it into production. Another Peugeot to make its home debut was the RCZ Concept. An electric-only reinterpretation of the 2+2 RCZ made from 2009 to 2015, this four-seater GT is another showcase of the STLA One platform’s technical prowess. Thanks to a 1000V architecture, the 372-mile range solid-state battery can be topped up from 10-80% in just 10 minutes. Using these two EV concepts as a reference point, Peugeot looks to be on the cusp of a Renault-esque revival in the coming years…
Renault E-Space and Twingo Twinbay
…and talking about Renault, Paris saw France’s undisputed EV champion introduce its E-Space, a concept car that almost certainly previews a fully electrified Espace MPV. Clearly inspired by the Mk1 Espace of the 1980s, very little is known about the wedgy concept’s underpinnings. Yet based on an interview Renault UK boss Adam Wood gave us earlier this year, we’d expect the production model to run on Renault’s upcoming 800V RGEV Medium 2.0 platform promising up to 466 miles of range. Renault also introduced the Twingo ‘Twingobay’, a panoramic-glass roofed version of its lovable electric Twingo city car.
Zeekr 9X
Zeekr has been selling cars in Europe since 2023, and its 9X SUV PHEV is the Geely-owned firm’s biggest and boldest model yet. In Paris, the six-seat, €119,000 behemoth made its official European debut, and is China’s answer to the inbound Range Rover Electric. The 910bhp 9X’s cabin eschews faux wood and leather. Instead, it’s finished with lashing of Scandinavian trees, swathes of real cow, and screens aplenty. In fact, the rear compartment can be converted into a “private entertainment space” complete with a roof-mounted 17-inch OLED cinema screen. Yet beyond the toys and the striking design, Zeekr’s flagship is a hugely capable long-distance machine: Zeekr has mated a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine with a 55.1kWh battery to give the 2.9-tonne 9X a total range of 458 miles and a 149mph top speed. Zeekr has yet to go on sale in the UK, but Geely’s premium brand is set to arrive here by the end of the year.
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