In recent times, Brussels hasn’t function extremely on the must-see listing of worldwide motor exhibits, however guests to the 102nd version of this venerable occasion on the placing Palais des Expositions – a wonderful construction erected for the 1935 Worldwide Exposition – noticed a panoply of recent and future fashions.
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In reality, Brussels 2026 turned out to be a veritable reunion of one of the best current idea designs from across the trade, together with the Opel Corsa GSE Imaginative and prescient Gran Turismo idea, the Dacia Hipster and the wild Hyundai Insteroid idea first seen on the 2025 Seoul Mobility Present final Spring.
Hyundai Insteroid Idea
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Alpine, recent off the launch of its acclaimed Alpine A390 additionally confirmed the Renault 5-based A290, in addition to rolling out its dramatic 2022 Alpine Alpenglow Idea, whereas different production-ready vehicles included the brand new Polestar 5 and Fiat Panda.
The Brussels Salon runs till January 18, 2026. Learn on to find what made our listing of must-sees.
The Polestar 5 might be launched in 2026
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Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa
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We love Alfa’s Giulia Quadrifoglio, however it has felt like a automobile out of time ever since its inception over a decade in the past. Alfa Romeo is retaining the dream alive with particular editions like the brand new Luna Rossa, a fabulously gothic reinterpretation that pulls on the corporate’s new Bottegafuoriserie customized workshop. Solely ten examples of the be-winged Giulia are being made (all of which have been pre-sold), with the brand new excessive aero including 5 instances extra downforce than the ‘normal’ automobile.
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa
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The branding comes from the Luna Rossa America’s Cup crusing group, specifically the Luna Rossa AC75 boat, which Alfa Romeo might be supporting on the thirty eighth America’s Cup in Italy this summer season. Crimson accented gray bodywork is paired with an inside that features supplies from the boat’s sails and graphics impressed by the boat crew’s private flotation units. The common Giulia Quadrifoglio continues to be obtainable, priced from £86,885.
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa
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AlfaRomeo.co.uk, @AlfaRomeoOfficial
Peugeot 408
The face-lifted Peugeot 408
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Peugeot revealed a face-lifted 408, the large crossover-style saloon that arrived in 2023. With a revised entrance finish that brings the automobile according to the remainder of the vary (and improves its look no finish), the 408 additionally will get technical tweaks and updates.
The face-lifted Peugeot 408
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There’s a tiny enhance to the e-408 variant’s vary – now 283 miles – and the EV mannequin is joined by a PHEV and gentle hybrid, as earlier than. New wheels, a brand new Flare Inexperienced physique color and new cockpit graphics all give this idiosyncratic French machine a recent really feel.
Contained in the newly face-lifted Peugeot 408
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Peugeot.co.uk, @Peugeot
DS Taylor Made No.4 Idea
DS Taylor Made No.4 Idea
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DS continues its quest to turn out to be synonymous with French luxurious design with a brand new design idea, the DS Taylor Made No.4 Idea. This time the emphasis is on efficiency, with a collaboration with Components E driver Taylor Barnard, who drives for the DS PENSKE group within the ABB FIA Components E World Championship.
DS Taylor Made No.4 Idea
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This automotive equal of Taylor’s model goes heavy on the titanium and showcases the brand new DS Efficiency Line Version, impressed partly by the DS Components E automobile. It additionally amplifies the transition from DS 4 to DS No.4 to align with the flagship DS No.8, with this essential mid-range mannequin providing up electrical, hybrid and plug-in hybrid variations.
DSautomobiles.co.uk, @DS_automobiles
Renault 5 Turbo 3E
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Renault displayed their eagerly awaited limited-edition Renault 5 Turbo 3E mannequin, a radical efficiency variant of the acclaimed and massively profitable Renault 5 EV. There’s a hyper-stylised lineage between this new automobile and the unique Renault 5 Turbo, the 1980 efficiency particular created to homologise the R5’s rallying variant.
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Proven right here in a color scheme referencing Renault’s 80s-era racing livery, the Turbo 3E options extensive wheel arches and outstanding entrance and rear spoilers. Whereas the unique 80s automobile had its engine within the rear, this new mannequin has twin electrical motors with a staggering 555hp output and 0 to sixty-two mph dash of three.5 seconds.
Contained in the Renault 5 Turbo 3E
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The corporate will begin delivering the primary of 1,980 models subsequent 12 months – anticipate it to turn out to be an on the spot electrical basic.
Renault 5 Turbo 3E on the historic Tour de Corse
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Renault 5 Turbo 3E, extra info at Renault.co.uk
Alpine A290 GTS and Rallye
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2026 marks the primary full 12 months of manufacturing of the Alpine A290. The standalone producer was as soon as Renault’s efficiency arm (each now share guardian firm Stellantis) and the A290 has clear hyperlinks to the Renault 5. Whereas Renault are focusing all their consideration on the bottom R5, Alpine can go upmarket and right into a extra performance-orientated phase.
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That’s exemplified by the A290 Rallye mannequin, which is already on the market in competitors. The road-going A290 is obtainable in three trim ranges, GT+, GT Efficiency+ and GTS+. The newly launched Atelier Alpine including a layer of customisation choices on high of the usual fashions, though in the meanwhile these are confined to splashes of Gallic color and iconography.
Alpine A290 GT+, from £30,245, Alpine-Automobiles.co.uk, @AlpineCars
Zeekr 7GT
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China’s Zeekr selected Brussels to debut its all-new 7GT, an EV designed in Europe by this high-end targeted offshoot of the all-conquering model machine that’s Geely. On paper, the 7GT is a compelling supply, with a mid-range worth, a sensible fast-back/crossover model physique, lengthy vary, quick cost and three completely different fashions, every with their very own execs and cons.
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Zeekr describe the 7GT’s scale as ‘European-inspired’, which suggests it isn’t fairly as colossal as a automobile targeted on North American consumers. Nonetheless, at over 4.8m lengthy it’s not precisely small. On the plus facet, the 7GT has substantial inside house, particularly within the again, a sizeable baggage compartment and house for as much as 100kWh of battery.
Go for the latter and you’ve got a selection of efficiency AWD or long-range RWD fashions. The Launch Version Lengthy Vary mannequin is not any slouch, both on the highway or on the cost level (discover an ultra-fast DC charger and 10% to 80% will be achieved in simply over quarter of an hour).
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The goal vary can also be spectacular: 655km (simply over 400 miles). AWD sacrifices a good bit of distance for accelerative energy and throws in energetic air suspension for a sportier drive. The 7GT is because of come to the UK sooner or later within the subsequent 18 months.
Zeekr 7GT, from €45,990, Zeekr.eu, @Zeekreurope
Kia EV2 and EV GT fashions
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Kia had a busy present, revealing its new B-segment EV, the EV2. Billed because the model’s entry-level mannequin, the EV2 is a shade over 4m lengthy with the identical upright stance as its bigger siblings. In reality, a powerful household resemblance may be very a lot in proof, maybe barely to the detriment of Kia’s current extra adventurous design strikes.
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The EV2 might be constructed on the firm’s Žilina plant in Slovakia, with a give attention to inside supplies comprised of recycled PET plastic. The sprint follows the structure of bigger fashions, with a slimline display screen complemented by bodily buttons. The long-range mannequin has a projected vary of 448km (278 miles).
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Additionally on present had been Kia’s new GT fashions, all of that are as a consequence of enter manufacturing sooner or later this summer season. The GT focus is on a extra sporting drive, with devoted driving modes in addition to new lighting signatures and digital chassis management. Consider them because the up to date equal of the ‘turbo’ fashions of yesteryear, a badge that brings standing to these within the know.
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Kia.com, @KiaUK
Mazda CX-6e
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The Mazda CX-6e brings one of the best of the Japanese producer’s fluid design language to its crossover/SUV phase. Up till now, Mazda’s CX-30, CX-60 and CX-80 fashions have struggled to match the glossy traces of the model’s different fashions.
Inside the brand new Mazda CX-6e
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The CX-6e, which is able to observe the brand new 6e saloon to market later this 12 months, does a great job of cloaking the high-sided crossover’s scale, with notably neat gentle signatures entrance and rear and a minimal inside that comes with digital rear view mirrors within the top-level trim.
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Mazda.co.uk, @Mazda_UK
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