Chinese manufacturers used the Beijing Auto Show 2026 to unveil a new wave of electric, hybrid, and AI-integrated vehicles destined for the Chilean market, according to elmostrador.cl.
The exhibition, featuring over 1,500 vehicles, signaled a shift in global automotive leadership toward China, driven by rapid innovation and international deployment.
Industry trends at the show point toward a 'multi-energy' strategy rather than a purely electric transition. This approach focuses on a mix of plug-in electric, hybrid, and combustion engines to suit varying levels of charging infrastructure.
Geely Auto presented developments combining electrification with advanced thermal efficiency. Their Galaxy Light second-generation concept prototype highlights a focus on environmental technology and intelligent interaction.
Geely also introduced a new NEV off-road architecture capable of delivering over 1,000 hp, utilizing artificial intelligence to manage energy distribution across extreme terrains.
Technological integration and market expansion
Great Wall Motors (GWM) showcased its ONE S platform, a flexible architecture designed to integrate electric, hybrid, and combustion powertrains. The platform uses AI to optimize performance based on specific driver habits.
GWM’s lineup for the Chilean market includes the WEY V9X premium hybrid SUV, the TANK 700 off-road model, and the P300 Hi4-T hybrid pickup. The brand also confirmed the ORA 5 electric model will arrive in Chile in 2026.
In a move targeting high-performance segments, GWM also debuted a 4.0 turbo V8 engine, demonstrating that traditional combustion technology will coexist with new electric architectures.
MG Motor focused on making electric mobility more accessible through enhanced connectivity. The new 2026 MG4 features improved driver assistance systems (ADAS) and better integration with digital ecosystems.
Through a partnership with Momenta, MG is also developing the MG 07, which will feature advanced autonomous driving capabilities.
Omoda|Jaecoo is positioning itself as a high-tech, budget-friendly option. The brand announced the Omoda C4 SUV, which is projected to reach Chile by late 2026 with an estimated price of approximately $10 million Chilean pesos.
The C4 features an 'AI Cabin,' a digital ecosystem designed to act as a personal assistant by optimizing routes and managing real-time energy consumption.
