Carmakers unveil new models at Paris Motor Show 2026, from Smart #2 to Zeekr 9X
Smart, Hyundai, Kia, BYD, Changan, Leapmotor and Zeekr are presenting new models at the Paris Motor Show, which runs until 18 October. Several carry prices, order dates or European arrival timings.
Smart is presenting the #2, a 2.75-metre two-seat electric city car, with orders opening on 13 October at 19,990 euros for the entry Pure version. According to the manufacturer, its 35.8 kWh LFP battery should give about 300 km of range, and the rear motor produces 82 hp. Smart Italia CEO Massimiliano Carli said Italy will receive significant communication and marketing activity for the launch. Hyundai shows the redesigned Bayon, now 4.245 metres long with a 12.3-inch infotainment screen and petrol engines up to 115 hp, alongside the Tucson, which grows to 4.56 metres and offers a plug-in hybrid with 292 hp. Kia unveils the Seltos Full-Hybrid, its first model with the electric e-AWD all-wheel-drive system, priced from 35,000 euros, with the first cars at Italian dealers from the second half of November.
BYD brings the Atto 8, a seven-seat electric SUV expected in Europe in the first half of 2027, with up to 653 km WLTP range and a charge from 10 to 97% in nine minutes according to the brand. Changan introduces its Nevo brand with the Q05 electric SUV, rated at up to 450 km WLTP, with commercial launch planned in Italy and Spain in the first quarter of 2027. Leapmotor presents the B03 compact electric saloon, rated at up to 390 km WLTP, and the D19 large SUV, and begins production of the B10 at its Zaragoza plant in Spain. Zeekr shows the 9X flagship, orderable from 122,610 euros, with deliveries to first customers in January 2027, 897 hp and a total range of 737 km.
