Lepas, comes from China with the L8
The Chery group brand, the same as Omoda&Jaecoo, is another Chinese brand that lands in Europe. It debuts with the L8, a medium-sized SUV powered by a super hybrid generation powertrain, more clearly plug-in, with 280 horsepower.
Maserati, the MCPura and the updated electric Grecale arrive
The Modena-based company continues following the inspirations of offering powerful petrol models and continuing on the electric path. The new products recently on sale are the MCPura, i.e. the evolution based on the restyling of the features of the MC20 which make the appearance more harmonious and streamlined, and the update of the Folgore electric version of the Grecale SUV aimed at optimizing efficiency.
Mazda, an all-SUV vintage
One model has an electrified combustion engine, the other an electric powertrain. These are the hearts of the two new SUVs that Mazda is launching in 2026. The first to arrive is the third generation of the CX-5, it is larger than the previous one and debuts with a 48V mild hybrid which, later, will be joined by the first full hybrid developed by the Japanese company. Instead, the second which at the moment we can only define as the second model that Mazda offers in Europe from the collaboration with Changan (perhaps it will be called CX-6e) is a 100% electric SUV.
Mercedes, three new electric cars but hybridization continues
The new MB.EA platform, which is multi-energy, supports the development of the new generation of electric Mercedes. In fact, after the new GLC SUV series comes the GLB series, also with a seven-seater cabin and, within the year, also the new generation of the C class both sedan and station wagon. Also on the launch pad are the mild hybrid versions of the CLA berlian and Shooting Brake and, perhaps already this year, the G-class Cabrio.
MG, the electric 4 changes everything
Already presented in China with the City specification, the new generation of the MG4 electric vehicle will arrive in Europe which, in these parts, could be called Urban. It’s new from top to bottom but will always fit in among mid-size sedans and, like the Chinese one, should be offered with a 163 horsepower powertrain.
Nissan, the new electric Leaf and Juke arrive after the Micra
The Renault Nissan Alliance brand insists on electric cars. After the new Micra, which is nothing other than the slightly different twin of the Renault 5 E-Tech, the brand will offer the new generation of the, so far, little appreciated Leaf and the new series of the Juke compact SUV, which will only be full-electric.
Omoda, it is the year of the compact 4 full hybrid SUV
The Chinese Chery brand, brother of Jaecoo and related to Lepas, will add two more new SUVs to the new engine offerings of the models it already sells. A compact one which was initially supposed to be called 3 but then became Omoda 4 which will initially be offered with a full hybrid powertrain and the larger Omoda 7. The latter will be offered with pure combustion engines and plug-in hybrids.
Opel renews Astra and Corsa. And it relaunches the GSE series but electric
The new interpretation of the Astra debuts at the Brussels Motor Show in January. Opel will subsequently update the Corsa and intensify its efforts to spread GSE-branded models, i.e. electric but with a sporty temperament.
Peugeot, maximum concentration on the 208 family
Having completed the update of the 308 range, Peugeot unveils the sporting interpretation of the electric 208 which brings the legendary GTi acronym back to the altars. However, reliable rumors indicate that at the end of the year, on the occasion of the Paris Motor Show, the new generation of the 208 could be revealed in a more or less definitive manner. Meanwhile, the restyling of the 408 will be presented at the beginning of the year.
Polestar, it’s the turn of the grand tourer 5
After the 3 and 4 SUVs, the brand born from Volvo and then passed under the absolute control of the parent company Geely markets the 5 sports sedan. A grand tourer with a 4+1 interior which, obviously like all the other Polestars, is offered with a full electric powertrain with 748 and 884 horsepower.
Porsche launches the electric Cayenne but re-evaluates the hybrid
Second electric SUV, the new Cayenne has an outfit that follows the previous one while integrating the stylistic features of the brand’s current design, it is powered by a powertrain with outputs of up to 1,156 horsepower but does not mark the disappearance of the Cayenne with combustion engines. This is also because Porsche is considering continuing the expansion of electrified petrol engines both with the new generations of the 718 Boxster and Cayman initially expected to be battery-only, and by proposing variants of this kind to complement the electric ones of the Macan. On the other hand, it is predictable as suggested by the new Turbo S which offers the evolution of the t-Hybrid hybrid system which debuted with other 911s.
Renault, the new Clio and the electric Twingo at the starting line.
For the French company the year begins with the marketing of the sixth series of the Clio which also offers a new highly efficient full-hybrid and an unprecedented bi-fuel LPG engine and the 21st century and electric-only interpretation of the Twingo. The inevitable aesthetic and technological update of the Mégane E-Tech electric range will also arrive in 2026.
Seat, Ibiza and Arona change outfits while waiting for the hybrid
From a certain point of view, the update of the Spanish compact sedan and SUV casts doubt on whether this brand is destined to take on a role in the short-term, mainly, in the sector of individual electric mobility. The two models present themselves with lines refreshed by modern stylistic features, more refined and more digitalized interiors and over time they will also offer mild hybrid variants alongside the pure thermal ones.
Skoda drops the Epiq electric compact SUV and updates the Fabia
As announced some time ago, the brand enters the increasingly crowded arena of electric urban SUVs with the Epiq. In short, it is perfectly in line with the Volkswgen group’s strategy of launching an aggressive offensive in this sector with some of its brands. In 2026
Smart, #2 arrives, the awaited heir to the little ForTwo
Not so surprising because the line up of the Smart barn born from the Sino-German collaboration between Mercedes and Geely is not very successful especially due to the growth in size, power and prices of its models, the brand is retracing its steps and as often anticipated by motori24 is developing the small electric car #2 for launch at the end of the year, i.e. the re-edition of the highly appreciated ForTwo. Meanwhile, in China it has launched the #6 sedan, which is its first plug-in hybrid model
Subaru, the Outback station becomes electric, for the moment
It will no longer be just the Solterra SUV that will be electric at Subaru, because after the reveal at the New York motor show last spring, the e-Outback begins its career, leaving aficionados of this slightly snobbish but extremely versatile raised petrol station wagon a little dismayed. However, the discussion does not seem closed because Subaru is considering the possibility of creating a hybrid alternative.
Suzuki enters the electric era and updates the rest of the range
The Japanese brand in the world Bev with the electric and Vitara, if we want also with a timing that is not exactly perfect especially considering the recent European decisions, marketed here in the integral version and with a powertrain with 184 horsepower. An electric city car derived from the e-Sky concept could also arrive in Europe at the end of the year. Meanwhile, it updates the rest of the range with light aesthetic restyling, technological enhancements and upgrades. An electric city car derived from the e-Sky concept could also arrive in Europe at the end of the year.
Toyota, the best seller Rav4 is the ambassador of many other innovations
The new generation of the Rav4 is the tip of the iceberg of the numerous new models that Toyota offers. The line-up is made up of the small Aygo
Volkswagen pushes the hybrid with the new T-Roc and enters the compact electric range
The second generation of the T-Roc is a commercially fundamental piece for the brand, especially because it is only offered with hybrid engines, among which Volkswagen will also bring back full hybrids. A technology that Volkswagen had briefly proposed in the past and then completely forgotten. Prominent innovations in 2026 will be the small electric ID.Polo and ID.Cross.
Volvo places the EX60 SUV among the electric ones and the XC70 among the hybrids
A brand that has remodeled, after many peremptory proclamations, the date on which it will say goodbye to internal combustion engines, Volvo is playing on two tables. In fact, it confirms the new strategy by extending the line of plug-in hybrids with the XC70 SUV, but also continues decisively on the expansion of the electric line with the ES90 sedan and the EX60 SUV, which should not decree the retirement of the XC60 with electrified internal combustion engines, especially now that Europe has revised the automotive green deal.
Xpeng, G6 and G9 can charge faster
The 2026 versions of the two electric SUVs that the Chinese brand already markets in Italy adopt new batteries that allow for an increase in charging power and, therefore, a reduction in refueling stop times. That of the G6 Performance now accepts charging peaks of up to 451 kW and promises an autonomy of up to 510 kilometres, that of the G9 Performance which promises ranges of 525 kilometers can be refueled with systems of up to 525 kW.
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