BYD Revolutionizes Brazilian Automotive Industry by Opening Megafactory in Bahia and Launching the Dolphin Mini, First 100% Electric Car Assembled in Brazil with Unprecedented Flex Engine in the World

Written by Felipe Alves da Silva Published on 04/07/2025 at 16:02

Fábrica da BYD em Camaçari (BA) com o primeiro carro elétrico montado no Brasil, o Dolphin Mini. Imagem: IA

The Chinese Manufacturer Begins Production in SKD Mode and Develops a Hybrid Engine That Works with Electricity, Gasoline, and Ethanol, Promising 300 Thousand Cars by 2026

The Chinese manufacturer BYD officially inaugurated its factory in Camaçari, Bahia, this week and presented the Dolphin Mini, the first 100% electric car assembled in Brazilian soil. The plant is located in the former Ford facilities and begins production in SKD (Semi Knock-Down), focusing on accelerated expansion by 2026.

With 4.6 million m² of total area, the first building of the unit has 156 thousand m² and already operates with partial assembly of vehicles brought from China. The current process consists of the local installation of batteries, glass, and finishing, while steps such as welding and painting are still done abroad. The goal is to reach 150 thousand vehicles by the end of next year and 300 thousand by the end of 2026.

In addition to assembly, BYD is developing a new hybrid engine in the country, capable of operating with electricity, gasoline, and ethanol. The project involved the collaboration of 110 Chinese and Brazilian engineers and aims to meet the national demand for sustainable technologies with biofuels. The factory will also host a center for research and technological development.

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According to a report from Sputnik Brasil, the installation marks the fulfillment of a promise made to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva by BYD’s Vice President for the Americas, Stella Li. To support growth, 10 thousand jobs were initially opened, with a projection of 20 thousand by the end of 2026.

Dolphin Mini, the first 100% electric car assembled in Brazil by BYD, is a highlight of the new phase of the Chinese manufacturer in the country.

The company bets on an evolutionary and locally adapted production model, leveraging Brazil’s history with ethanol and Proálcool. The initiative reinforces the manufacturer’s presence in the country and expands its operations in Latin America, focusing on electric and hybrid vehicles.

What do you think of the Dolphin Mini? Do you think it has everything to appeal to Brazilians and dominate the streets with its electric engine and national touch?

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Regis

10/07/2025 14:59

Ele precisa ser ágil, potente, econômico e confortável.. e preços acessíveis…

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Edson Carvalho

Reply to Regis

11/07/2025 07:22

É tudo isso e mais barato que os populares de outras marcas

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Igor

Reply to Edson Carvalho

11/07/2025 08:20

Mano, polo e Onix é mais barato que ele, em torno de 60/70 mil, enquanto o dolphin e dolphin mini é mais de 100 mil.

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Wander

Reply to Igor

11/07/2025 11:37

Cara, acho que você não está acompanhando os preços de carros. O mais barato do Brasil é o Kwid e essa semana ele passou de 80 mil.

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Orlando

Reply to Igor

11/07/2025 18:44

O Onix é elétrico?

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José Antônio

Reply to Regis

11/07/2025 08:40

E ser totalmente elétricos, chega de combustão, chega de manutenções intermináveis, chega de hegemonia da gasolina e álcool que estão quebrando nossos carros. Nossa capacidade de produzir energia elétrica é muito maior que em outros países… Elétricos são o futuro

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Marco André Luiz

08/07/2025 21:38

Mais uma fábrica para gerar imposto carro elétrico vai aumentar o preço da energia pura lavagem de dinheiro a vamos para o Brasil lá nois vai ganha dinheiro

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