The Chinese Skyworth is taking advantage of the 2024 Paris Motor Show to announce its official arrival on the French automobile market. The brand is launching with several models, including the “Q”. An electric compact that intends to play in the same league as the MG4, Volkswagen ID.3 and Renault Mégane E-Tech.
Never before have so many Chinese manufacturers been present at the Paris Motor Show. This year, several new actors appeared. Among them is Skyworth, a firm headquartered in Shenzhen. “ The French saw the birth of the first automobile in 1769 and have, over the years, forged a unique bond with this mode of transport. », Specifies Stephen Wong, president of Skyworth.
Skyworth: a new Chinese brand in France
Before adding that “ it is with pride that Skyworth, in turn, is preparing to write the first lines of its history in France “. With nearly 40,000 employees around the world and 200,000 vehicles produced, the company is starting its French adventure with four models: the K, Y, Q and Hong. They are respectively an SUV, a sedan, a compact and a utility vehicle. All are obviously 100% electric.
An electric compact under 30,000 euros?
The Q is described by the brand as a hatchback. elegant and modern “. No technical information has yet been revealed officially for the French market. We do not know its autonomy, its charging performance, nor its power. But with its sporty look, we can expect a dynamic car. In France, the Q will try to compete with the MG4, ID.3 and Mégane E-Tech.
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The compact should not be available before the end of 2025 on our market. Its price has not yet been officially announced, but we expect a vehicle between 25,000 and 30,000 euros in high finish. If this is confirmed, Skyworth’s model could well harm its rivals. Starting with the MG4 (available from 29,990 euros before discount), well established for several years in France.
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