Stellantis unveils low-cost EV strategy in Paris

Stellantis opens Paris Motor Show with new concepts

At a Sunday gala ahead of the Paris Motor Show opening on October 11, 2026, Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa unveiled six of the nine concept cars the group is bringing to the event. The presentation marked a high-profile showcase of new designs and future production ideas as Stellantis seeks to refresh its European line-up.

The gala was used to set the tone for Stellantis’ presence at the show, with an emphasis on expanding its electric vehicle offering. The group highlighted both concept and production-intent models to signal how its portfolio might evolve over the coming years in key European segments.

Citroën 2CV concept anchors low-cost EV push

The centrepiece of the event was a retro-styled Citroën 2CV concept, which Stellantis says previews a European-made low-cost electric vehicle expected in 2028. The design draws on the heritage of the original 2CV while aiming to translate that identity into a modern battery-electric format.

Stellantis is positioning this 2CV concept as the first example of a new European “e-car” category of low-cost EVs. The company is targeting a price point around €15,000 for this future model, placing it in the entry-level part of the market and highlighting affordability as a central element of the strategy.

Pedro Pacheco, vice president of research at Gartner (IT), described the 2CV concept as “probably Stellantis’ most interesting launch” and “the first example of what an e-car is going to be.” His comments underscore the role of the 2CV concept as a reference point for Stellantis’ broader low-cost EV ambitions.

Broader Stellantis line-up at the Paris show

Beyond the Citroën 2CV concept, Stellantis is using the Paris Motor Show to stage several international premieres. These include the DS7, Fiat Grizzly, Lancia Gamma and Opel Corsa GSE, extending the group’s visibility across multiple brands and segments.

Stellantis is also displaying two models from its Chinese partner Leapmotor, the B03 and D19. Their inclusion in the Paris line-up highlights collaboration with external partners as part of the group’s approach to broadening its electric and compact-vehicle offering in Europe.

Market reaction and investor scrutiny

While Stellantis is outlining a tangible route into Europe’s entry-level EV market, financial markets have reacted cautiously. Stellantis shares fell to €3.81 this month, described as the group’s lowest level since 2021, indicating that investors are closely watching execution of the new strategy.

The combination of an ambitious low-cost EV plan and a wide slate of premieres puts a spotlight on Stellantis’ ability to deliver on pricing and scale. The Paris presentations frame the 2028 timetable for the 2CV-inspired e-car as a key milestone that markets and industry observers will monitor in the coming years.