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The Years 2025 and 2026 Promise to Shake Up the Automotive Market with Updates to Established Models and Highly Anticipated Debuts; Check Out Some of the Most Expected Cars in Brazil.
The years 2025 and 2026 are set to bring great news for car enthusiasts in Brazil. Several manufacturers are preparing the most awaited cars in Brazil that promise to intensify competition and offer new options to consumers, from updates to top sellers to the arrival of new generations and unprecedented models.
Focusing on design, technology, and different proposals for powertrains, including electric and hybrid options, these are some of the most expected cars in Brazil that should arrive at dealerships later this year, driving the market and the public’s expectations.
Heated Market: News That Promise to Shake Up the Dealerships
The Brazilian automotive industry is preparing for a period of intense movement. The launches planned for 2025 cover various segments, from electric compacts to luxury SUVs, reflecting global trends and the specific demands of local consumers.
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The 2026 electric Vitara arrives in Brazil and proves that Suzuki is not leaving: 4×4 traction, 184 hp, 61 kWh LFP battery, 293 km range, R$ 259,000, and a trunk capacity of 224 L.
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Hyundai has unveiled the Boulder, a square SUV with a body-on-frame design, 37-inch mud tires, and carriage-style doors that seems to be made to take on the Ford Bronco and the Scout Traveller in the United States.
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The Toyota Hilux is R$ 75.5 thousand cheaper and bets on the 2.8 turbodiesel engine with up to 204 hp and 50.9 kgfm to catch up with the VW Saveiro, which leads with 4,472 sales.
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The new Renault Koleos has a screen exclusively for the passenger that is invisible to the driver, heated rear seats, and 29 assistance systems, but its Chinese competitors cost R$ 40,000 less and deliver more power.
BYD Dolphin Facelift: The Leading Electric Car Gets Updated to Maintain Its Top Position
The BYD Dolphin, the best-selling electric car in Brazil, will receive its first facelift in 2025. Changes include redesigned bumpers, a new front grille inspired by the Seal model, new wheel designs, and a two-tone paint option. Internally, the finish follows the brand’s standard, with an updated rotating multimedia center and a slightly larger digital display.
The electric powertrain is expected to remain: 95 horsepower for the entry-level versions and 204 horsepower for the Plus. The facelifted Dolphin is set to arrive in the second half of the year, with estimated prices between R$ 150,000 and R$ 200,000.
Honda WR-V: New Generation Arrives with SUV Status and Promise of Economy
The new global generation of the Honda WR-V promises to erase the simple image of the previous model. With an SUV look, modern lines, and a size reminiscent of the HR-V, the new WR-V features 17-inch wheels, a roof rack, and full LED lighting. The interior has evolved with a more refined finish, updated multimedia, a digital display, and the Honda Sensing safety package.
The powertrain will be the familiar 1.5 aspirated flex engine with 126 horsepower, paired with a CVT transmission. The debut is scheduled for the second half of the year, with prices starting from R$ 130,000, competing with the Chevrolet Tracker, Nissan Kicks, and Fiat Fastback.
Hyundai Santa Fe: Returning in Great Style with Bold Design and Seven Seats
After a hiatus since 2020, the Hyundai Santa Fe is returning to Brazil completely renewed. Larger and more robust, the seven-seater SUV features a boxy design, with “H” shaped headlights inspired by models like the Land Rover Defender. The interior offers a sophisticated finish, with two large 12.3-inch screens and an abundant list of features.
In Brazil, it is expected to be sold with a hybrid setup consisting of a 1.6 turbo gasoline engine and two electric motors, delivering 235 horsepower. With an expected arrival this year, the new Santa Fe will compete in the luxury SUV segment, with an estimated price above R$ 300,000.
Chevrolet Tracker Facelift and Jeep Avenger: More News Among the Most Expected Cars in Brazil
The Chevrolet Tracker will undergo a facelift soon. Although not officially confirmed, sightings indicate specific changes, such as a new divided optical set (similar to the Montana) and a redesigned grille. Internally, a larger multimedia center (around 11 inches) and a digital panel are expected, along with improvements in finishing. The 1.0 turbo and 1.2 turbo engines are likely to be retained, with prices starting from around R$ 130,000.
Meanwhile, the Jeep Avenger, the first 100% electric Jeep, will arrive in Brazil in mild hybrid versions. With a modern look, seven-slot grille, and full LED lighting, the model will feature a 1.0 turbo flex engine associated with a generator, delivering 130 combined horsepower and a CVT transmission. With domestic production, the Avenger is set to arrive later this year with estimated prices starting at R$ 120,000, becoming a more accessible entry option for the brand.
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