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Omoda & Jaecoo Takes Third Place in Chilean Hybrid Sales, Plans 2027 Models
The brand sold 167 conventional hybrids in Chile in September 2026, taking an 11.8% market share. It plans to bring the Omoda C4 and an updated C5 to the market in 2027.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-11-01
Jetour G700 PHEV Named to Preliminary World Car of the Year 2027 List
The plug-in hybrid off-roader is one of 53 candidates for the award. Jetour also reported 5,800 sales in Chile during the first nine months of 2026.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-10-15
BAIC Expands Chilean Dealer Network with Maule Region Openings
The Chinese automaker has added sales locations in Curicó and Talca, bringing its coverage to 17 cities across Chile.
Autocosmos Chile (Chile) · 2026-10-02
Chery and Exeed Name Alfredo Chaparro Chile General Manager
Chaparro takes charge of both brands in Chile this month, with priorities including dealer-network development, aftersales and a portfolio focused on new energy.
Autocosmos Chile (Chile) · 2026-10-01
LEPAS Plans Chilean Entry as Two Models Enter World Car of the Year 2027 Pool
The L8 plug-in hybrid and L6 battery-electric vehicle are among 42 eligible cars. LEPAS says its Chilean lineup will span the L4, L6 and L8 families, but has not announced sales timing or pricing.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-09-10
Chile Plug-In Hybrid Sales Surge 219.6% in First Seven Months of 2026
Chile recorded 4,429 plug-in hybrid sales from January to July. Lynk & Co also shared battery-care guidance and range figures for its 01 and 08 SUVs.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-09-09
BAIC to Show Four SUVs at Expo Auto Chile 2026
The Chinese automaker will present the X55, BJ30, BJ40 and BJ40 PRO at the Santiago event, running Sept. 3–6 with free admission.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-09-03
GWM Chile backs the return of the Americas Rugby Championship
The automaker is supporting the 2026 tournament in Talcahuano, where Chile XV will open against Uruguay XV on August 29.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-08-27