# Electric and hybrid vehicle expansion in Asia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/electric-and-hybrid-vehicle-expansion-in-asia
> Updated: 2026-08-31T03:31:10.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 3.

Automotive manufacturers are expanding their electric and hybrid vehicle offerings in Southeast and South Asian markets.

In the Philippines, Nissan Philippines Inc. officially launched the facelifted 2026 Nissan Kicks e-POWER on August 28. The electrified subcompact SUV utilizes e-POWER technology, where a 1.2-liter three-cylinder gasoline engine acts as a generator to charge a battery that powers a 136ps electric motor. The updated model features new LED headlights, a redesigned front bumper, and 17-inch two-tone alloy wheels. Interior upgrades include a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a new digital instrument cluster, a flat-bottom steering wheel, and Zero Gravity seats with anti-heat technology. The vehicle also incorporates Nissan Connect Services and ProPILOT driver assistance systems.

In Nepal, Chery Nepal introduced the Chery Q EV, a compact electric crossover, at the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026. The vehicle is offered in Comfort and Premium variants, priced at Rs 34.39 lakh and Rs 35.99 lakh respectively. The Q EV features a 41.2 kWh LFP battery and a 90 kW motor with an estimated range of up to 400 km (NEDC). It supports DC fast-charging, capable of increasing capacity from 30% to 80% in 16.5 minutes.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-31: Nissan launches facelifted Kicks e-POWER in the Philippines

Nissan Philippines has launched the 2026 Kicks e-POWER, an electrified subcompact SUV featuring upgraded interior technology, new LED lighting, and self-charging electric motor performance.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nissan-launches-facelifted-kicks-e-power-in-the-philippines

### 2026-08-16: Nissan and Chery launch new electric and hybrid models in Philippines and Nepal

Nissan Philippines is launching the 2026 Kicks e-POWER on August 28, while Chery Nepal has introduced the Chery Q EV electric crossover with a 400 km range.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nissan-and-chery-launch-new-electric-and-hybrid-models-in-philippines-and-nepal

### 2026-07-25: Bajaj Auto launches Chetak electric scooter in Philippines and plans ten new two-wheelers

Bajaj Auto opened a Chetak showroom in the Philippines, unveiling the 3503 electric scooter, and will launch ten new two‑wheelers, including updated Pulsar models, by September.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bajaj-auto-launches-chetak-electric-scooter-in-philippines-and-plans-ten-new-two-wheelers

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