- From “mandatory electrification” to genuinely inspiring cars
- 1) Aston Martin Lagonda 2026 – an electric sedan with supercar‑grade luxury
- 2) Jaguar XJE Shooting Brake – a luxury EV wagon with an artistic twist
- 3) MG 3 XPower – a hot hatch bringing affordable fun back
- 4) Volkswagen Corrado 2027 – an electric coupé rekindling emotion for the “people’s car” brand
- 5) Mazda Eunos Cosmo – Japanese luxury coupé with a rotary‑hybrid heart
- 6) Mercedes R 63 AMG EV – an electric family “minivan” with outrageous performance
- Inspiring models between heritage and digital futures
From “mandatory electrification” to genuinely inspiring cars
Between 2026 and 2027, the automotive industry is shifting from a phase of mere “electric compliance” to a far more exciting stage: cars that do not just swap a fuel tank for a battery pack, but revive iconic nameplates and create new segments that blend performance, sustainability and bold visual identity.
In this context, six inspiring models stand out across three main worlds: high‑end luxury that brushes up against supercar territory, driver‑focused sports cars at different price points, and family‑oriented practicality that refuses to compromise on performance, making the coming years some of the liveliest in modern automotive history.
1) Aston Martin Lagonda 2026 – an electric sedan with supercar‑grade luxury
Why is Lagonda one of the most inspiring cars in the mix?
The return of the “Lagonda” name is Aston Martin’s attempt to define a new kind of British electric luxury, leveraging its technical partnership with Mercedes‑AMG to deliver a four‑door sedan that combines classic presence with cutting‑edge German engineering.
Three YASA axial‑flux electric motors are expected to deliver around 1,341 hp, putting Lagonda firmly in supercar territory for power and acceleration, while engineers work on a synthetic sound experience that echoes the emotional character of Aston’s multi‑cylinder engines so the electric silence does not erase the drama.
Exterior design inspired by the track, aimed at the future
The overall shape draws from the Mercedes AMG GT XX concept, with flowing cues from the Valhalla project, resulting in a long, low nose and sleek bodywork that uses the absence of a front engine to enhance proportions and airflow.
The visual signature is built around a rich British Racing Green hue blended with Podium Green accents and gold wheels inspired by the DBX, making Lagonda look more like a rolling sculpture than a conventional sedan.
Target price bracket
With an expected starting price of around 3,375,000 SAR, this is a car squarely aimed at a very small group of buyers who want an electric limousine that looks and feels like nothing else on the road.
2) Jaguar XJE Shooting Brake – a luxury EV wagon with an artistic twist
From “copy nothing” to a sculpted electric wagon
Under Jaguar’s new “copy nothing” philosophy, the XJE serves as a flagship: a high‑end shooting brake on the JEA high‑voltage electric platform, promising roughly 770 km of range and ultra‑fast charging capable of adding around 322 km in just 15 minutes.
The “E” nods both to electricity and the historic Eventer, consciously tying heritage and the future together in one model.
Elegance of a wagon with coupé lines
XJE moves away from boxy wagon stereotypes towards a sleek silhouette with an extra‑long front end that signals power and prestige, while 23‑inch wheels underline its stately presence.
Inside, the focus is on open space and high‑grade materials, positioning it naturally among wagons priced north of one million SAR.
Tech solutions for range and anxiety
Jaguar is considering a range‑extender hybrid option with a six‑cylinder engine acting purely as a generator, eliminating long‑trip range anxiety without changing the fundamentally electric driving feel.
With an expected starting price around 610,000 SAR, XJE targets upscale families and long‑distance travellers who want both style and real‑world usability.
3) MG 3 XPower – a hot hatch bringing affordable fun back
Reviving the “sensible hot hatch” idea
With icons like the Fiesta ST disappearing and the affordable hot‑hatch segment shrinking, the MG 3 XPower arrives to fill that gap, tapping into MG’s British sports heritage to offer a small, fun car at a realistic price.
A hybrid powertrain with roughly 200 hp is paired with a strong focus on lightness and chassis agility rather than chasing headline power figures, keeping the driving experience lively and approachable.
Visible performance upgrades inside and out
A sport‑tuned suspension, wider tyres and a functional rear spoiler aim to deliver real grip and stability in fast corners, putting it up against cars like the Hyundai i20 N in terms of driver feel.
The cabin mirrors the theme with dedicated sport seats and red stitching, signalling that this is an MG for people who actively enjoy driving, not just commuting.
Pricing position
A projected price of about 145,000 SAR makes it attractive to younger enthusiasts who want something genuinely entertaining without stepping into high‑end sports‑car money.
4) Volkswagen Corrado 2027 – an electric coupé rekindling emotion for the “people’s car” brand
Bringing back a ’90s name with advanced tech
The reborn Corrado is Volkswagen’s bid for a model that is both technological showcase and emotional halo: a sporty coupé using an extended‑range (REx) layout where a small petrol engine acts as a generator to charge the battery, not to directly drive the wheels.
The result is an all‑wheel‑drive electric coupé with up to around 500 hp and 0–100 km/h in roughly 4 seconds, combining serious performance with day‑to‑day usability.
Design bridging past and future
The exterior keeps key cues from the original Corrado—rising window line, trapezoidal C‑pillar, active rear wing that deploys at speed—while adding a sharp LED front end in line with designer Andreas Mindt’s future‑focused language.
This mix of retro and modern details makes the new Corrado one of Volkswagen’s most distinctive shapes of the decade.
Price and positioning
With an expected price of about 280,000 SAR, Corrado targets VW fans who want something bolder than a conventional hatchback but less extreme than a full‑blown supercar.
5) Mazda Eunos Cosmo – Japanese luxury coupé with a rotary‑hybrid heart
Redefining luxury through a Japanese lens
By reviving the “Cosmo” name, Mazda aims to step into a higher luxury tier with a “Japanese luxury” philosophy, built on its Kodo design language and emphasising hand‑crafted details inspired by traditional crafts such as precise “tsugite” carpentry in the cabin.
Innovative drivetrain: rotary generator plus strong electric drive
Eunos Cosmo uses a hybrid setup where a twin‑rotor rotary engine acts as a generator, feeding powerful electric motors that compensate for the rotary’s traditional low‑end torque weakness.
The result promises extremely smooth, quiet progress befitting a luxury coupé, with a driving character clearly different from the typical German formula and aimed at buyers who value uniqueness over sheer spec‑sheet numbers.
Emotional hook and price band
Mazda is banking on the original Cosmo’s cult status to sell a modern coupé that marries clean design with advanced tech in a distinctive package.
An expected price of around 450,000 SAR puts it up against established European coupés, with character differentiation as its strongest weapon.
6) Mercedes R 63 AMG EV – an electric family “minivan” with outrageous performance
Reinventing the R‑Class for the EV era
Mercedes is revisiting the R‑Class idea but in radically updated form: the MB.EA electric platform, three rows of seats and generous space for seven, with comfort that matches the brand’s reputation, including independent climate zones and heated seats in all rows.
AMG performance in a family shell
An AMG‑tuned version is expected to deliver roughly 700 hp and about 1,000 Nm of torque, making it a serious contender for “fastest family hauler on the road”, combining brutal straight‑line speed with genuine everyday usability.
The exterior abandons boring minivan boxiness in favour of more aggressive, sporty lines and an illuminated grille, while clever storage—including a sizeable front trunk—supports the car’s practical brief.
Who is it for?
The R 63 AMG EV is aimed at families who refuse to choose between practicality and excitement, wanting a single vehicle that can handle school runs and road trips but also keep up with many sports cars at the lights.
With a projected base price from roughly 560,000 SAR, it sits among elite family vehicles that blend space with near‑supercar performance.
Inspiring models between heritage and digital futures
These 2026–2027 models highlight a clear direction: the goal is no longer just to build electric cars for the sake of regulations, but inspiring cars that redefine the driver–car relationship—from a high‑luxury EV like Lagonda, through coupés such as Corrado and Cosmo, a hot hatch like MG 3 XPower, a premium Jaguar wagon, and an AMG‑tuned electric R‑Class people‑mover.
This new generation proves that driving pleasure can not only survive but evolve in the age of flexible EV platforms and extended‑range hybrids, and that the future will be about more than range numbers and charging speeds: it will also be about fresh stories around design, identity and what it means to sit behind the wheel.
