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Brazilians say goodbye to the iconic Toyota car after 7 years of success in the Brazilian market for the arrival of a new sales leader!

Written by Roberta Souza
Published 06/01/2025 às 20:41
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Toyota has announced the discontinuation of a model, making room for the new Yaris Cross SUV and focusing on automatic models

In a realignment strategy in Latin America, Toyota decided to stop production of Toyota Yaris Sedan, which was imported from a neighboring country.

This decision aims to update the automaker's portfolio and strengthen its presence in the Brazilian market, preparing the ground for the launch of Yaris cross, a compact SUV that promises to innovate the brand's offering, according to newsmotor.

The transition from the Toyota Yaris Sedan to the Yaris Cross

the exit of yaris sedan not only marks the end of a traditional model, but also signals the arrival of the Yaris cross.

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Toyota has announced the discontinuation of a model, making room for the new Yaris Cross SUV and focusing on automatic models – Photo/reproduction: Toyota

According to information from toyota argentina, this new SUV is scheduled to officially debut in 2025 and promises to meet new market demands, bringing significant technological innovations.

Yaris Cross Specifications

O Yaris cross will be available with a variety of engines.

The basic versions will feature an engine 1.5 aspirated de 106 cv e 14 kgfm of torque.

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The hybrid version will combine a combustion engine 80 cv with an electric motor of 90 cv, offering options that meet different consumer profiles.

News and price expectations

The prices of Yaris cross should vary between R $ 130 thousand e R $ 180 thousand.

In addition to the launch of the new SUV, Toyota is expanding its operations in Brazil with the opening of a new factory in Sorocaba, in the state of São Paulo.

This facility will increase the company's production capacity and introduce two new flex-fuel hybrid models, reinforcing the automaker's commitment to innovation e sustainability process.

Focus on automatic models

With the discontinuation of Toyota yaris sedan, Toyota also says goodbye to versions with manual gear.

From 2020, the model was only available with CVT transmission in Brazil.

This change is in line with a growing trend in the automotive market, which favors the adoption of more modern and efficient technologies.

Goodbye to the Yaris Sedan and hello to the Yaris Cross! Toyota is adapting to new market demands, and with this transition, it hopes to continue offering vehicles that meet the needs of Brazilian consumers.

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