Confused by new car names? Here’s our Here’s our updated guide to the latest Chinese car brands entering the UK

A new generation of Chinese manufacturers has been preparing to enter the UK car market, and over the past few months several of those “coming soon” brands have now officially arrived. Following the lead of BYD, MG and Jaecoo and Omoda, a growing number of Chinese car makers are launching new brands that will be available to lease either immediately, or at least, as soon as UK-specification models reach our shores.

With so many new names appearing at once, it can get confusing. So, here’s our updated guide to who’s here, who’s arriving next, and what they’re bringing with them.

Chery

Chery has already gone live in the UK with the Tiggo 7, Tiggo 8, and Tiggo 9 available with a range of petrol and plug-in hybrid drivetrains. The lineup is still expanding quickly, as the Tiggo 4 hybrid compact SUV is due to arrive imminently, and more models are likely to follow.

Chery is also rolling out several new sub-brands that will reach the UK over the next 12–18 months, including:

• Lepas, launching three SUVs from late 2026.
• Freelander, a revived Land Rover name that is set to become a new brand in its own right following a JLR-Chery joint venture. A timeframe is still to be announced, but right-hand-drive models have been confirmed for the UK market.
• iCaur, a rugged 4x4 brand expected to enter the UK within the next year.

These will sit alongside the main Chery range as the group expands its footprint across Europe.

Changan / Deepal

Changan entered the UK under its Deepal sub-brand, and it’s now fully active in the market. The first model to arrive, the all-electric Deepal S07 SUV, launched with a sub-£40k price tag and the smaller S05 is expected to follow. Deepal blends Changan’s large-scale Chinese engineering with European-influenced R&D, aiming to offer practical EVs with smart design and accessible pricing. Fleet customers remain a key focus for the brand.

Geely

Geely, the parent company of Volvo, Polestar, and Lotus, is now preparing to launch vehicles under its own name in the UK. The first model, the Geely EX5, has moved from “coming soon” to confirmed for UK launch, with production-ready versions already shown to fleet customers at last year’s Company Car in Action event. The EX5 is a family-sized electric SUV and marks the start of Geely’s direct UK presence.

Denza

Denza, the premium joint venture between BYD and Mercedes-Benz, is still on course to launch in the UK ahead of BYD’s ultra-luxury Yangwang brand. A three-model European line-up has been confirmed, including the seven-seat Denza D9, described by the brand as the “ultimate all-electric people carrier”. UK arrival is expected next year, with pricing and specifications to follow.

GAC (Aion)

GAC has signed a UK distribution agreement with worldwide dealership group, Jameel Motors, and will enter the market under the Aion brand. Launch models include the Aion V SUV and Aion UT hatchback, both fully electric. With the Aion V now officially announced for the UK, first deliveries are expected soon, adding another EV-only brand to the growing list of Chinese entrants.

Yangwang

Yangwang is BYD’s high-performance luxury arm and is still expected to arrive in the UK sometime in 2027. Known in China for extreme-performance electric SUVs and sports cars, Yangwang will target brands such as Ferrari and Porsche in the high-end leasing market. It’s still 12-18 months away, but this is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated premium EV arrivals on the horizon.

XPeng

XPeng has now officially entered the UK market, launching with the G6 electric SUV and expanding further in 2026 with additional models such as the X9. The brand focuses on high-tech EVs with advanced driver-assistance systems and competitive pricing.

Leapmotor

Part of a joint venture with Stellantis, parent company of long-established brands such as Fiat, Citroen, Peugeot, and Vauxhall, Leapmotor has also launched in the UK. The current lineup includes the compact T03, the mid-size C10 SUV, and the new B10 compact SUV. These models are positioned as affordable, tech-forward EVs, although there are also hybrid variants available. The brand is expected to grow quickly as Stellantis continues to expand its European offering with the upcoming B03X compact crossover and B05 coupe.

With a mix of family cars, premium EVs, and high-tech hybrids, the next wave of manufacturers is aiming to cover every part of the UK leasing market. Expect more announcements, and even greater choice in the months ahead.

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