Update: Chevrolet has opened pre-sales for the Spark EUV in Brazil, pricing the electric vehicle at R$159,990 (approximately $28,600). That’s more than twice the cost of the identical Baojun Yep Plus sold in China. The original story continues below.

Chevrolet has found a clever (read: cost-effective) way to make the most of its SAIC-GM-Wuling joint venture by rebadging one of China’s most charming EVs, the Baojun Yep Plus. This fully electric urban SUV made an unexpected debut during a special event celebrating Chevrolet’s 100th anniversary in the Brazilian market.

The new model, set to be sold in Brazil as the Chevrolet Spark EUV, is essentially a Baojun Yep Plus with a Chevy badge stuck on the grille—no other major changes to speak of. Despite sharing a name and compact proportions, the Spark EUV has absolutely nothing in common with the Spark EV, Chevrolet’s short-lived electric hatchback sold in select states in the US from 2013 to 2017 before being phased out for the Bolt.

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Inside, the Spark EUV borrows the modern digital cockpit of the Baojun Yep Plus, comprising a 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster and a free-standing 12.8-inch touchscreen. It is also expected to inherit the advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) of the Chinese twin, developed by none other than drone-maker DJI.

The EV measures 3,996 mm (157.3 inches) long with a 2,560 mm (100.8 inches) wheelbase, making it Chevrolet’s smallest offering. While the Baojun lineup includes a five-door version, a three-door variant, and even a pickup concept, it’s unclear if GM plans to bring any of these alternative body styles to the Brazilian market.

Predictably, the Spark EUV borrows its electric powertrain directly from the Chinese-spec twin. A single rear-mounted electric motor generates 101 hp (75 kW / 102 PS) and 180 Nm (133 lb-ft) of torque. The 42 kWh battery pack offers a respectable 401 km (249 miles) of range on China’s CLTC cycle. The Baojun Yep Plus is also available with 32 kWh and 54 kWh battery options, but we don’t know if those will be eventually offered in the Chevy.

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One would think that the most compelling aspect of this tiny off-roader is its affordability. Still, the Chevrolet Spark EUV starts at R$159,990 ($28,600) in Brazil, which is more than double the ¥93,800 ($13,000) price of the identical Baojun model. The little Chevy is also more expensive than the rival BYD Dolphin Mini (Seagull EV) which starts at R$115,800 ($20,700) in the same market.

Deliveries of the Chevrolet Spark EUV are expected to begin this summer. The model will soon joined by the larger Chevrolet Captiva EV which is based on the Wuling Starlight S from China.

Electric roadsters may be few and far between, but MG is pressing on with its drop-top EV experiment. The MG Cyberster, a fully electric roadster blending British style with Chinese engineering, is set to receive a round of updates for the 2026 model year, just two years after it first launched.

After making its first public appearance at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show last April, the updated 2026 Cyberster is now scheduled to go on sale in China on June 30.

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The exterior design stays the same, but the color palette now includes two new shades: Iris Green and Andes Gray. The former first appeared on the Cyber GTS coupe showcar, which joins the production lineup this year alongside the convertible. MG is also introducing a Cyberster Black Edition, featuring a fully blacked-out exterior paired with polished alloy wheels for contrast.

Inside, designers added two new color combinations for the upholstery – black and red or gray and white. Furthermore, there is an extra wind deflector that supposedly improves comfort when the roof is down, plus electric lumbar support for the driver and passenger seats.

Chinese media have reported that the 2026 MG Cyberster will also offer more boot space than the outgoing model. Other updates include something MG is calling a “convertible counter function”, along with new sound effects and a more responsive voice recognition system.

Powertrains appear to carry over unchanged. The roadster, along with its mechanically related coupe sibling, will continue to offer a single-motor rear-wheel-drive setup delivering 335 hp (250 kW / 340 PS), as well as a dual-motor all-wheel-drive version with 536 hp (400 kW / 544 PS).

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Under the surface, expect a few key updates. Reports suggest the 2026 Cyberster will receive revised chassis tuning and an extended battery range, made possible by software enhancements. The current model comes with either a 64 kWh or 77 kWh battery pack in China, offering a CLTC-rated range of 501 to 580 km (311 to 360 miles).

Pricing for the refreshed model hasn’t been announced yet. For reference, the current version sells for between ¥319,800 and ¥365,800 (roughly $44,500 to $50,900) in the Chinese market. It’s likely that these 2026 updates will roll out to export markets, including the UK, later in the year.

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