# Stellantis CEO Sees Cheap Car Opportunity

> Stellantis CEO spots $40k car launch window amid rising costs.
- Title: Stellantis CEO Sees Cheap Car Opportunity · Motor1 | Shortify
- Summary: Stellantis CEO spots $40k car launch window amid rising costs. Stellantis plans nine new models under $40,000 to compete with Ford and Toyota in affordable…
- Keywords: stellantis, jeep, ford, toyota, ram, chrysler, affordable cars, electric vehicles, hybrid cars, automotive, cars, CEO
- Source: Motor1 — https://motor1.com/news/810664/stellantis-ceo-cheap-cars-opportunity
- Author: Anthony Alaniz
- Published: 2026-10-03T16:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: stellantis, jeep, ford, toyota, ram, chrysler, affordable cars, electric vehicles, hybrid cars, automotive, cars
## Stellantis CEO sees opportunity
Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa said there is a 'huge opportunity' for the automaker to launch more affordable models.

> huge opportunity
## Nine new models under $40k
The automaker plans to introduce nine new cars with prices below $40,000, including two under $30,000.
## Jeep Compass cheapest offering
Jeep Compass is Stellantis' cheapest US model starting under $30,000 without destination charge.
## Chrysler Airflow and Arrow models
Chrysler Airflow will start under $40,000 as a mid-size SUV, with Arrow and Arrow Cross expected to start around $25,000.
## Ram Rampage and Dakota
Ram Rampage will compete with Ford Maverick starting under $30,000, and Dakota expected to slip under $40,000.
## Dodge GLH and hybrid Cherokee
Dodge GLH targets sedan market starting under $40,000, and Jeep Cherokee hybrid launched with 210 horsepower.
## Key takeaway

Stellantis plans nine new models under $40,000 to compete with Ford and Toyota in affordable vehicles.