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Evolute i-Sky slips to fall 2026 launch
Evolute has pushed series production of the i-Sky crossover from August to fall 2026, with a hybrid version still planned by year-end.
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Evolute has delayed the start of mass production for its i-Sky electric crossover to fall 2026, after previously pointing to August. The company also says a hybrid version of the model is still due by the end of 2026.
According to the company, production plans are being shaped around expected demand, and it does not rule out running the factory in multiple shifts. Both the EV and the future hybrid are expected to be built on a full-cycle basis, including body welding and painting, at the Motorinvest site.
This is the second schedule change for the i-Sky. At Innoprom-2026, Evolute had said production would begin in August, with Russian sales starting before the end of summer. Delays of this kind are common for new vehicle launches in Russia, typically tied to production lines, component supply, and certification. For EVs, batteries, electronics, and safety requirements add more complexity.
Evolute i-Sky specifications
The front-wheel-drive i-Sky is a crossover close to the mid-size class. Its published specs are:
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- Length: 4685 mm
- Width: 1900 mm
- Height: 1613 mm
- Wheelbase: 2775 mm
- Motor output: 218 hp
- Battery: 62 kWh
- Range: up to 424 km
- 0–100 km/h: about 8 seconds
The fall launch matters because the i-Sky is entering a segment where range alone is not enough. Price, launch timing, and service support will matter just as much as the 424 km rating. If the timeline holds, Evolute will end 2026 with two fresh entries: the production i-Sky and its hybrid counterpart.
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via ITzine
