The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum has traditionally become not only a platform for discussing global economic issues but also a venue for high-profile automotive premieres.
SPIEF-2026 was no exception — several important new models for the Russian market, both domestic and foreign, were presented in the northern capital. The management of Automechanika Expo reviewed each of these new models
Aurus: Updated Senat and the Long-Wheelbase Version
The two models of the luxury Russian brand Aurus — the Senat and the Senat Long — drew close attention from exhibitors and guests of the forum. These cars can rightly be called symbols of the country!
The restyled Aurus Senat sedan received a number of significant updates: new headlights and taillights, reprofiled bumpers, a redesigned radiator grille, as well as a new hood and trunk lid. The changes emphasized the car's prestigious character and added a modern touch.
Volga K50: The Flagship Crossover of a Russian Brand
Another important premiere of the forum was the flagship Volga K50 crossover. The vehicle is equipped with a 2-liter gasoline turbo engine producing 238 horsepower and an all-wheel drive system. The engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The model is designed to occupy a niche in the premium crossover segment and compete with leading global brands.
Hongqi Guoya: Chinese Luxury on the Russian Market
The premium Hongqi Guoya sedan is another new model from China presented at SPIEF. The car was shown at the forum in a four-seat configuration, but a five-seat version will also be available for order.
The vehicle's dimensions are impressive: 5353 mm in length, 1998 mm in width, and 1511 mm in height. The sedan is equipped with adaptive air suspension and 20-inch alloy wheels. Prices for the Hongqi Guoya start at 27.7 million rubles. Sales began on May 28, 2026
You can see the latest automotive innovations and discuss key industry trends at the "Auto+Automechanika Moscow" international exhibition from August 19 to 21, 2026, at VDNKh, Pavilion No. 57!
See you in August!