Paris Motor Show 2026: Chinese Car Brands Expand EV and Hybrid Lineups
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Ifrah Aqeel
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- Published October 14, 2026
Around 20 Chinese automotive brands are exhibiting at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, more than twice the number at the 2024 event. Their lineups include electric cars, plug-in hybrids, range-extender vehicles, pickups and luxury SUVs with several brands already selling vehicles in Pakistan
The 2026 Paris Motor Show runs from October 12 to 18 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Chinese manufacturers expand their presence in Europe. European tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles have also encouraged manufacturers to expand their hybrid offerings.
Several vehicles on display relate directly to Pakistan’s growing market for electric and hybrid cars. However, their European debuts do not confirm local launches.
BYD: Atto 8 and Dolphin G DM-i
BYD is displaying the Atto 8 electric SUV, Dolphin G DM-i, Shark pickup, Atto 2 DM-i and Sealion 5 DM-i.
| Feature | BYD Atto 8 | BYD Dolphin G DM-i |
| Powertrain | Battery-electric | Plug-in hybrid |
| Battery | 115 kWh | Not specified here |
| Claimed range | Up to 653 km (WLTP) | 105 km electric; 1,040 km combined (WLTP) |
| Key technology | Second-generation Blade Battery and Flash Charging | Petrol-electric hybrid system |
| Charging claim | 10% to 70% in 5 minutes; 10% to 97% in 9 minutes with compatible equipment | Not specified here |
BYD plans local assembly of the Sealion 6 PHEV, targeting the fourth quarter of 2026.
Chery: Hybrid SUVs and Chery Q
Chery is showcasing the Tiggo 4 Hybrid, Tiggo 7 hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants, Tiggo 8 PHEV and Chery Q electric hatchback.
| Model | Powertrain | Key specifications |
| Tiggo 4 Hybrid | Hybrid | 1.5-liter system; claimed 224 hp |
| Tiggo 7 | Hybrid and plug-in hybrid | Multiple electrified versions |
| Tiggo 8 | Plug-in hybrid | Part of Chery’s PHEV lineup |
| Chery Q | Battery-electric | 41 kWh battery, 121 hp, claimed 400 km NEDC range |
Chery already sells the Tiggo 8 PHEV locally. The Chery Q’s Pakistani launch has not been confirmed.
Omoda and Jaecoo
| Brand | Models displayed | Powertrain options |
| Omoda | Omoda 4, Omoda 5 Next, Omoda 7 PHEV, Omoda 9 PHEV | Petrol and electrified variants |
| Jaecoo | Jaecoo 5 Hybrid, Jaecoo 5 EV, electrified Jaecoo 7 variants | Hybrid, electric and plug-in hybrid options |
A camouflaged Omoda C4 was spotted in Lahore in September, but a commercial launch has not been confirmed. Jaecoo already sells the J7 PHEV in Pakistan.
Changan: Deepal and Nevo
Changan is displaying the Deepal S05 and S07 and introducing its Nevo brand to Europe.
The Deepal S05 REEV is already available locally. A range-extender electric vehicle uses electric motors to drive the wheels, while its petrol engine primarily generates electricity.
Zeekr: Premium Electric SUVs
Zeekr is presenting the 9X Super Hybrid and updated 7X electric SUV.
| Feature | Updated Zeekr 7X |
| Powertrain | Battery-electric |
| Maximum power | Up to 680 hp |
| Claimed range | Up to 627 km (WLTP) |
| Maximum DC charging power | Up to 450 kW |
The Zeekr 7X is already available in Pakistan. The updated version has no confirmed local launch.
GAC AION: UT Cross
GAC has unveiled the AION UT Cross electric crossover and displayed the GS7 plug-in hybrid SUV.
| Feature | AION UT Cross |
| Powertrain | Battery-electric |
| Claimed range | Up to 400 km (WLTP) |
| DC charging claim | 30% to 80% in 24 minutes |
| Design features | Body cladding and roof rails |
The AION UT is listed locally, but GAC has not confirmed a Pakistani launch for the UT Cross.
Ifrah Aqeel
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