Paris Motor Show 2026: BYD, Geely and the 2CV comeback
From the revival of the Citroën 2CV to bold pushes by Geely, BYD and Omoda, this year’s Paris Motor Show revealed how nostalgia, electrification and Chinese ambition are reshaping the global car market. Ooh la la and welcome to Paris. We are in the beautiful French capital for the 2026 Mondial de l’Auto, otherwise known [...]
The 91st edition of the Paris Motor Show in 2026 showcased a diverse array of vehicles, blending nostalgia, electrification, and Chinese ambition. Among the highlights was the Chinese brand Geely Auto, which unveiled the Monjaro, a five-door SUV with a 1.5-litre plug-in hybrid powertrain. Geely also presented Project KO11, an off-road capable all-terrain SUV that promises advanced technology and a rugged design.
Zeekr, a sister company of Geely, showcased the luxurious 9X and 7X models, with the latter potentially arriving in the UK as early as next year.
Fiat presented the Grizzly, a mid-sized crossover inspired by the Grande Panda, and expected to be sold with a hybrid or fully-electrified powertrain. Omoda's new compact hybrid SUV, the Omoda 4, also took center stage, with its sleek design and 1.5-litre petrol hybrid engine. The Jaecoo 7, expected to be the best-selling car in the UK this year, was also on display.
Chinese brand BYD, the world's leading manufacturer of new-energy vehicles, unveiled the ATTO 8, an SUV with seven seats and FLASH Charging technology that allows for 10-97% refills in only nine minutes. The brand also presented the Shark pickup truck and BYD Dolphin G, whose name stands for Genius. Other notable brands included Hyundai, which showcased the new Bayon and Tucson SUVs, and Smart, which introduced the all-new smart #2, a sleek all-electric two-seater.
The event also featured the Denza Z9 GT shooting brake and BYD's BAO 5, a model that resembles a Land Rover.
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