New year, new cars: 2026 is shaping up to be a big one for the industry, with plenty of brands and models making their debuts.
From the baby EVs that didn’t seem possible only a few years ago to ripsnorting V8 supercars and VIP-hauling vans, there’s something here to catch the eye of everyone.
Here’s our breakdown of every new car coming to the UK in 2026, from Aion to Zenvo.
Every new car coming in 2026
Aion UT
On sale April
GAC is one of the biggest Chinese car makers yet to come to the UK. That changes this year, as it arrives with its Aion brand and a two-car line-up that includes the Mini Cooper-rivalling UT. It packs 134bhp and a range of 265 miles.
Everything we know about the Aion UT
Aion V
On sale April
Tesla Model Y competitor has a 224bhp motor and 90kWh battery, giving a range of 329 miles between charges.
Everything we know about the Aion V
Alfa Romeo Giulia, Stelvio
On sale April
Modern greats given reprieve as electric successors delayed – and V6 Quadrifoglios are coming back.
Everything we know about the return of the Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio
Alpine A110 R Ultime
On sale February
Petrol-powered A110 will bow out as a 345bhp limited-run special. Tick a few boxes and you’re looking at paying nearly £300k for a four-pot.
Everything we know about the Alpine A110 Ultime
Alpine A390
On sale May
Tri-motor crossover promises to be an A110 for the whole family, but maybe wasted on the school run.
Analogue VHPK
On sale September
Very thorough restomod of the Lotus Elise from a firm that has already blown us away. It weighs just 600kg and has 400bhp per tonne, and has a central driving position. Yes, please.
Everything we know about the Analogue VHPK
Ariel Atom 4RR
On sale April
The UK’s fastest piece of scaffolding has been boosted to an unbelievable 522bhp for its 25th birthday. That’s about 770bhp per tonne.
Everything we know about the Ariel Atom 4RR
Ariel E-Nomad
On sale December
Somerset’s wild off-road super-buggy quietens down but only in the most literal sense. Expect the EV version to offer 281bhp, 0-62mph in 3.5sec, a kerb weight of less than 900kg and, above all else, endless fun. Ariel is currently working on commercialising the model, but we can’t wait to drive one.