By Anthony Horner · Founder of FastTrack

Paris Motor Show 2026 Highlights

The Peugeot E-T16 was the clear performance story of the 2026 Paris Motor Show: 816 horsepower from three electric motors, a claimed 0-62 mph time of 2.5 seconds, 85 kWh on 800-volt architecture, and a design that pays direct tribute to the Group B 205 T16 rally car. The show ran October 13-18 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Alpine drew strong attention with the A310 Vision concept and an A110 EV sculpture teaser, but neither brought performance specs. This post covers every significant debut from the show with verified figures where they exist and honest context where they do not.

This is the follow-up to the Paris Motor Show 2026 preview, published in September. The A110 EV reveal that preview anticipated came only as a draped sculpture; full specs and a production reveal are expected in 2027.

Peugeot E-T16: 816 HP Hyperhatch Concept

The E-T16 is Peugeot's electric tribute to the 205 T16, the mid-engine car that won the World Rally Championship in 1985 and 1986 and held the Pikes Peak hill-climb record in 1984. The concept carries the T16 designation and the same rear-biased triple-motor layout as a direct reference to that car.

Peugeot's published figures from the October 13, 2026 unveil:

These are manufacturer claims, not independently tested figures. A 2.5-second 0-62 mph claim is consistent with what the power-to-weight ratio and 800-volt torque delivery would produce on a prepped surface, but independent GPS timing under real conditions typically adds 0.2-0.4 seconds, as the real-world 0-60 data shows for comparable performance EVs.

For context on where a 2.5-second time would place the E-T16 in the current EV field, the EV 0-60 times ranking has the full table from the Rimac Nevera R (1.66s, tested) through the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT (2.1s, tested) and Tesla Model S Plaid (1.99s, tested). At a claimed 2.5s, the E-T16 would sit below those hypercar benchmarks, appropriate for a 1,610 kg car rather than a purpose-built drag machine. The 816 hp is strong; the weight is where a concept built on a production EV platform gives the number back.

Production status: The E-T16 is a concept. Peugeot CEO Linda Jackson told reporters at the show, "we would love to make the E-T16." Peugeot's design director described it as a "vision of the next E-208." No production timeline, build volume, or price has been confirmed. Some outlets reported it as confirmed for limited production, but that reading goes beyond the executive quotes available.

To project how the E-T16 would compare in production form given its claimed power and weight, the power-to-weight calculator lets you input the figures and compare them against the verified production benchmarks.

Alpine A310 Vision: Design Concept, No Powertrain

Alpine showed the A310 Vision alongside the A110 EV sculpture at the same Paris stand. The A310 Vision honors the original A310 coupe from 1971-1985, the car that established Alpine's identity as a French alternative to the Porsche 911. It has no confirmed powertrain.

Published details: approximately 4.55m long, 2.03m wide, 1.18m tall, 2.45m wheelbase. Design by Antony Villain, Alpine's head of design, includes pop-up-style headlights, an F1-inspired lower aero section in matte black, and a split rear wing. The body is aluminum.

Alpine's official press release describes it as "a creative exploration of Alpine's heritage." Villain said the A310 Vision could become a limited-edition production project. Whether that happens depends on platform allocation and commercial demand. No power, weight, or price figures were published. An "approximately 450 hp" figure circulated in some previews but does not appear in Alpine's own materials, so treat it as speculation.

For comparison against existing sports coupes in this size and weight class, the fastest sports coupes of 2026 covers the current production benchmark.

Alpine A110 EV Teaser

Alpine showed a full-scale sculpture of the upcoming electric A110 successor at Paris. The sculpture, described as Concorde-inspired, previews the design without confirming performance specs. Per Alpine's own materials and credible previews: the A110 EV rides on the 800V APP platform co-developed with Renault's Ampere division, is expected to produce over 500 hp in top-specification trim, and is targeting a weight broadly competitive with the outgoing 1,103 kg A110. A full production reveal is expected in 2027, with the 2028 model year as the sales target.

The only figure from the show is the sculpture. Any 0-60 number published for the A110 EV before the production reveal is an estimate, not a manufacturer figure.

Audi A2 E-tron: Production EV, Not a Performance Car

The Audi A2 E-tron had its public debut at Paris after a concept reveal at Munich 2025. It is a compact EV hatchback positioned above the Volkswagen ID.3 in size and specification, with approximately 200 hp and a 75 kWh battery. No performance S variant is confirmed. This is a mainstream EV, not a sports car entry.

Other Notable Debuts

Peugeot E-208 GTi: Shown alongside the E-T16, the E-208 GTi is a confirmed production car with approximately 240 hp from a single front motor. Peugeot has not published a 0-62 mph figure; front-wheel drive limits the number regardless of power. The GTi's appeal is in how Peugeot tunes the chassis rather than in acceleration.

Alfa Romeo Cuorerosso: A concept previewing future Alfa Romeo design. No specifications were released. The brand also showed the production Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio at the show.

Citroen 2CV concept: A heritage-inspired design study, electric in intent, with no production specifications. A Fourgonnette concept was shown alongside it.

What the Show Means for Performance Fans

Paris 2026 was a show of design ambition rather than verified performance. The one car with actual claimed figures, the Peugeot E-T16, is a concept with no production commitment. Alpine's two reveals are a sculpture and a design study, both genuinely interesting and both without specs.

The next point where these concepts translate into real numbers is 2027. Alpine's A110 EV production reveal will bring confirmed power, weight, and likely a manufacturer 0-62 claim. Peugeot may or may not commit to the E-T16 before then. Until those reveals, the fastest sports coupes of 2026 and the EV 0-60 times ranking are the relevant benchmarks.

For the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2026 and Monterey Car Week 2026 debuts that did come with verified specs, those earlier show recaps cover the cars you can track on GPS now.

If you want to measure your own car's 0-60 against what these concept cars claim, FastTrack's GPS acceleration timer runs on a standard iPhone or Android phone with no extra hardware.

FAQ

What was the most significant performance debut at Paris Motor Show 2026?

The Peugeot E-T16 concept was the headline: 816 hp, 2.5 seconds claimed 0-62 mph, and design inspiration from the Group B 205 T16. Alpine's A310 Vision drew strong attention for design but carried no performance specs.

Is the Peugeot E-T16 going into production?

Not confirmed. Peugeot's CEO said "we would love to make the E-T16." No production timeline, volume, or price has been announced.

What performance figures did Alpine reveal at Paris 2026?

None. Alpine showed the A110 EV as a draped sculpture with no specs, and the A310 Vision as a design concept with no powertrain. The A110 EV production reveal with confirmed numbers is expected in 2027.

How does the Peugeot E-T16's claimed 2.5-second 0-62 compare to existing EVs?

A verified 2.5-second 0-62 mph would place the E-T16 below the fastest tested EVs: Rimac Nevera R (1.66s tested), Lucid Air Sapphire (1.89s tested), and Tesla Model S Plaid (1.99s tested). It would sit near the Porsche Taycan GTS in the EV performance table, reasonable for a 1,610 kg car rather than a hypercar.

When is the next Paris Motor Show?

The Mondial de l'Auto runs every two years. The next edition would be in October 2028.