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Rise in New Car Prices Leads Brazilians to Seek Used Cars Up to R$ 78,690, Including Hatch, Sedan, Minivan, and SUV, All Larger and Better Equipped Than the National Subcompact Zero Today
The increase in new car prices has led Brazilian consumers to search for used cars costing up to R$ 78,690, the price of the Renault Kwid 0km, finding larger, more powerful, and better-equipped models, according to verified listings on Mercado Livre in November 2025.
The used car market has consolidated as an alternative to the cheapest new car in the country, offering vehicles from higher categories, with stronger engines, more interior space, and more complete equipment lists.
This selection includes five models priced equal to or lower than the Renault Kwid, featuring compact hatchbacks, sedans, seven-seat minivans, and compact SUVs, all available on Mercado Livre.
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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.
The prices were gathered directly from the Mercado Livre platform during November 2025 and reflect active listings for used vehicles in good condition.
The proposal considers consumers looking for their first car, families needing space, or drivers wanting comfort and performance without exceeding the budget of the subcompact zero kilometers.
Hyundai HB20 Comfort 2023 Offers 1.0 Engine and Six Airbags for R$ 42,210
The Hyundai HB20 has been sold in Brazil since 2012 and remains relevant in the used market due to its simple mechanical set and consistent safety package.
2023 units of the Comfort version appear on Mercado Livre with prices starting at R$ 42,210, a significantly lower amount than the Renault Kwid 0km, according to the platform.
The model uses a 1.0 aspirated flex engine with up to 80 hp and 10.2 kgfm of torque, paired with a five-speed manual transmission.
Standard features include six airbags, traction and stability controls, hill start assist, and air conditioning.
It also offers cruise control, a height-adjustable driver’s seat, power windows, locks, and mirrors, as well as multimedia with smartphone mirroring.
The hatch is suitable for those looking for a first car with more interior space and safety than a subcompact, while maintaining a low acquisition cost.
Volkswagen Virtus MSI 1.6 2022 Delivers Spacious Sedan for R$ 61,000
The Volkswagen Virtus was launched in 2018 and stands out in the national market for its ample interior space and good dynamic behavior.
Listings for 2022 units of the MSI 1.6 version appear on Mercado Livre with prices starting at R$ 61,000, according to a survey from November 2025.
The sedan uses a 1.6 aspirated flex MSI engine, with up to 117 hp and 16.5 kgfm of torque, usually combined with a manual transmission.
It is also possible to find units with a six-speed automatic transmission within this price range, depending on the offer.
The package includes four airbags, traction and stability controls, hill start assist, and parking sensors.
Air conditioning, power mirrors, a trip computer, and multimedia with smartphone mirroring complete the set.
Fiat Argo Trekking 2022 Bets on Adventurous Look Starting at R$ 62,877
The Fiat Argo Trekking emerges as an option for a compact hatch with an adventurous proposal and larger internal dimensions than the HB20.
2022 units of the model can be found on Mercado Livre with initial prices of R$ 62,877, according to verified listings.
The look includes external stickers, exclusive wheels with mixed-use tires, and a slightly raised suspension compared to standard versions.
The engine is the 1.3 aspirated flex, with up to 109 hp and 14.2 kgfm of torque, paired with a five-speed manual transmission.
With more research, units equipped with CVT automatic transmission appear, enhancing urban usage comfort.
The equipment list adds stability and traction controls, hill start assist, fog lights, and parking sensors.
There is also a tire pressure monitor, air conditioning, power windows, locks, and mirrors, along with multimedia featuring smartphone mirroring.
Chevrolet Spin Premier 2022 Offers Seven Seats for R$ 78,900
The Chevrolet Spin is positioned as a family minivan and stands out for its interior space and capacity for up to seven occupants.
2022 units of the Premier version appear on Mercado Livre with prices around R$ 78,900, an amount equivalent to that of the Kwid 0km.
The mechanical set includes a 1.8 aspirated flex engine with up to 111 hp and 17.7 kgfm of torque, linked to a six-speed automatic transmission.
The second row of seats can be moved longitudinally, allowing adjustment of space for passengers or luggage as needed.
The equipment package brings traction and stability controls, hill start assist, and a rearview camera.
It also includes fog lights, air conditioning, automatic lights, leather seats, and multimedia with smartphone mirroring.
The model allows enabling the OnStar system, offering emergency services and vehicle recovery assistance.
Nissan Kicks Sense 2022 Appears as a Compact SUV for R$ 78,900
The Nissan Kicks caters to consumers who prefer compact SUVs, with a high driving position and good performance on uneven pavement.
Listings for 2022 units of the Sense version appear on Mercado Livre with prices starting at R$ 78,900, according to the investigation.
The 1.6 aspirated flex engine generates up to 114 hp and 15.5 kgfm of torque, able to work with either manual or CVT automatic transmission.
The CVT transmission is considered more advantageous for resale, increasing the model’s attractiveness in the used car market.
Even in the base version, the SUV offers six airbags, traction and stability controls, and a tire pressure monitor.
The package includes hill start assist, air conditioning, automatic lights, and power windows, locks, and mirrors.
The multimedia with smartphone mirroring rounds out the set, reinforcing the cost-effectiveness compared to the subcompact zero kilometers.
The five used models demonstrate that the amount of R$ 78,690 allows access to superior categories, more space, and more powerful engines.
The diversity of segments expands the choices according to family profile, urban usage, or capacity needs.
All prices and versions mentioned for the used cars were verified on Mercado Livre in November 2025, the investigation period for the report.
With information from Auto Esporte.
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