News Alert: Automotive Industry in Kazakhstan — October 2026
GRATA International specialists have prepared the October 2026 edition of the monthly News Alert: Automotive Industry in Kazakhstan.
This edition highlights the following updates and key developments in the Automotive Sector of Kazakhstan within October 2026:
The new-generation Kia Seltos is coming to Kazakhstan
Kia Qazaqstan announced that the second-generation Kia Seltos crossover will enter the Kazakhstan market in November 2026. A version with a 200 hp engine and all-wheel-drive will be presented. Details regarding available trim levels will be announced at a later date.
Production of passenger cars in Kazakhstan increased by 38%
According to the Bureau of National Statistics of the Republic of Kazakhstan, 136,548 passenger cars were produced in Kazakhstan in January-September 2026, which is 38% more than in the same period of 2025. The main production volumes were accounted for by Kostanay region (50.5%) and Almaty (49.5%). The production output in the “Automobiles, trailers, and semi-trailers” category amounted to 1.67 trillion tenge.
Astana Motors introduced five new OMODA and JAECOO models in Kazakhstan
Astana Motors introduced new models OMODA C5 PLUS, JAECOO J5, and JAECOO J7 SHS plug-in hybrid (PHEV) in Almaty. The launch of the hybrid OMODA C5 HEV and the electric JAECOO J5 is expected in December 2026. The cars are manufactured at the Astana Motors Manufacturing Kazakhstan plant in Almaty. The first shipments began arriving at dealerships across the country.
Hyundai Trans Auto signed an agreement to supply commercial vehicles to Belarus
Hyundai Trans Auto signed an agreement with the Belarusian company “RCM” to supply 790 units Kazakhstan-made commercial vehicles in 2027-2028, worth at least $30 million. The agreement was signed as part of the “Innoprom. Belarus” international forum.
OMODA X crossover production in Kazakhstan planned for 2028
Astana Motors plans to begin production of the new OMODA X crossover at the Astana Motors Manufacturing Kazakhstan plant in 2028 and introduce the model to the Kazakhstan market. The technical specifications of the powertrain have not yet been disclosed.
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