New Cars of 2027 in the GCC: 10 Key Models Arriving or Already Here
2027 brings a new wave of cars to the GCC and Kuwait: some 2027 models are already in showrooms, while others have official arrival dates for the region next year. In this list we have gathered the 10 key new cars of 2027 in the GCC, based on announcements from manufacturers, distributors and reliable specialist outlets up to 31 October 2026, with announced prices where available.
The list is ordered by arrival timing: first the models that have already arrived with published prices, then those due in the first quarter of 2027, and finally the ones expected in mid-2027 and the second half of the year. It covers practical pickups, family 4x4s, hybrids and EVs, plus one supercar.
Summary Table: 10 Key New Cars of 2027 in the GCC
| Rank | Car | Highlight | Price / Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Toyota Hilux 2027 (ninth generation) | 2.7L petrol and 2.8L turbo-diesel engines | From AED 107,900 in the UAE (excl. VAT) – launched October 2026 |
| 2 | GAC GS7 PHEV 2027 | 501hp plug-in hybrid | From AED 159,900 in the UAE – on sale |
| 3 | Cadillac Vistiq 2027 | Seven-seat EV with 615hp | From AED 335,000 (UAE) and SAR 373,900 (KSA) |
| 4 | Freelander 8 (five-seat) | AI voice assistant | UAE – Q1 2027 |
| 5 | Omoda 7 SHS-H | Hybrid system with a 5 kWh battery | UAE – early 2027 |
| 6 | New Mitsubishi Pajero | 2.4L turbo-diesel, 4WD | Middle East – 2027 (price not announced) |
| 7 | Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2027) | New 5.7L and 6.6L V8s | GCC – summer 2027 |
| 8 | GMC Sierra 1500 (2027) | Naturally aspirated V8s only | GCC – summer 2027 |
| 9 | Luxeed (Stormax and LLounge) | Premium new-energy models from Chery | Kuwait – Q3 2027 |
| 10 | McLaren McL 820 | 820PS supercar | 2027 globally |
Note: prices shown are those announced in the UAE or Saudi Arabia. Kuwait prices for these models had not been announced at the time of publication.
1. Toyota Hilux 2027
Toyota launched the ninth-generation Hilux in the UAE through Al-Futtaim Motors in October 2026, priced from AED 107,900 to AED 164,900 excluding VAT. It is offered with a 2.7-litre petrol engine producing 164bhp and 245Nm, and a 2.8-litre turbo-diesel with 201bhp and 500Nm, paired with a six-speed manual or automatic gearbox and four-wheel drive.
The cabin gets two 12.3-inch screens and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera and blind-spot monitoring. Its UAE arrival makes it one of the closest 2027 models to the rest of the GCC.
2. GAC GS7 PHEV 2027
GAC has launched the 2027 GS7 plug-in hybrid in the UAE through Gargash GAC Motor showrooms in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah, priced from AED 159,900. It combines a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine with an electric motor for a combined 501hp, a 36.3 kWh LFP battery and a combined range of up to 1,020 km on China’s CLTC cycle.
Equipment is strong for its class: intelligent all-wheel drive, a 27-inch head-up display, 10 airbags, Level 2 driver assistance and 200 mm of ground clearance.
3. Cadillac Vistiq 2027
The 2027 Cadillac Vistiq has officially arrived in the Middle East. It is a three-row, seven-seat electric SUV with dual motors and all-wheel drive producing 615hp and 650 lb-ft of torque, and a 102 kWh battery giving 482 km of range on a single charge. Suggested prices start at AED 335,000 in the UAE and SAR 373,900 in Saudi Arabia, with Super Cruise, a 23-speaker AKG audio system and adaptive air suspension.
4. Freelander 8 Five-Seater
Freelander showed the international five-seat Freelander 8 for the first time and announced an AI voice assistant powered by a large language model, with a UAE launch expected in Q1 2027 and new partners signed in Bahrain and Oman. Read more about the Freelander 8.
5. Omoda 7 SHS-H
OMODA & JAECOO demonstrated its new hybrid technology with a 5 kWh battery in the Omoda 7 SHS-H in China, featuring a quiet driving mode and 2.2 kW vehicle-to-load (V2L), with a UAE launch expected in early 2027. It suits buyers looking for lower fuel consumption without needing to plug in. Full details on the Omoda 7 SHS-H.
6. New Mitsubishi Pajero
The Pajero is back after a five-year absence. Mitsubishi unveiled the new generation on 2 September 2026 with a 2.4-litre turbo-diesel engine, an eight-speed automatic, four-wheel drive and locking centre and rear differentials. Sales start in Thailand, with a wider international rollout in 2027 covering around 100 countries, including the Middle East. Prices and GCC specifications have not yet been announced.
7. Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2027)
Chevrolet Arabia has confirmed that the next-generation Silverado 1500 will reach the GCC in summer 2027, with two all-new sixth-generation V8s of 5.7 and 6.6 litres. Technology includes a 16.3-inch centre screen, an available 11.5-inch front passenger screen, Super Cruise on the ZR2 at launch and seven drive modes. Pricing will be shared closer to the start of sales.
8. GMC Sierra 1500 (2027)
The Silverado’s more upscale sibling also reaches the GCC in summer 2027, following a regional debut early in the year. In the region it will be offered only with naturally aspirated 5.7L and 6.6L V8s, in Elevation, AT4, AT4X and Denali trims, with equipment and prices to be revealed at the regional debut.
9. Luxeed Stormax and LLounge
The most Kuwait-specific news on this list: Luxeed, Chery’s premium brand, has outlined a global plan of six new-energy models led by the LLounge MPV and the Stormax SUV, with the brand’s launch and sales start in Kuwait planned for Q3 2027. Read Luxeed’s plan for Kuwait.
10. McLaren McL 820
McLaren has announced its next series supercar, the McL 820, with 820PS and a 2027 launch, along with a new naming structure that combines the McL prefix with the power output. With a large fan base in the Gulf, it is one of the most anticipated 2027 models. McLaren McL 820 details.
What Does This Mean for Kuwait?
The list shows two clear trends: the continued strength of pickups and 4x4s with V8 and diesel engines that many buyers in Kuwait and the GCC prefer, and the expansion of Chinese brands into hybrids and EVs with advanced technology and long range. With Luxeed confirming a specific date for Kuwait, other distributors are expected to announce local timing and prices for these models in the coming months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which 2027 cars are already available in the GCC?
The 2027 Toyota Hilux, 2027 GAC GS7 PHEV and 2027 Cadillac Vistiq are already on sale with announced prices in the UAE (and Saudi Arabia for the Cadillac).
When do the new Silverado and Sierra arrive in the GCC?
In summer 2027, according to Chevrolet Arabia and GM. Prices have not yet been announced.
Is any new car confirmed for Kuwait in 2027?
Yes. Chery’s Luxeed has announced its brand launch and sales start in Kuwait for Q3 2027.
Are Kuwait prices announced for these cars?
Not yet. The prices in the table are those announced in the UAE or Saudi Arabia; local prices vary by distributor and trim.
Sources: ZigWheels UAE (2027 Toyota Hilux, 21 October 2026); YallaMotor (2027 GAC GS7 PHEV, 14 September 2026, updated 29 October 2026); GM Authority (2027 Cadillac Vistiq in the Middle East, July 2026; 2027 GMC Sierra 1500, June 2026); Chevrolet Arabia website (next-generation Silverado); The National (Mitsubishi Pajero, 2 September 2026); Freelander (October 2026), OMODA & JAECOO (October 2026), Luxeed/Chery (October 2026) and McLaren (October 2026) announcements.
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