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Goodbye Toyota Corolla Cross: Peugeot 2008 Promises Success in Brazil; Hyundai Creta, Leader in Sales, Will Have 165 HP Turbo Engine. Duster Will Be Above the Kwid; Renegade Will Be Replaced by the Avenger.
The year 2024 is marked by the launches of compact SUVs in Brazil, with a market hotter than ever. Check out the new mini SUV models from Hyundai, Jeep, Peugeot, and Renault that are coming in strong to disrupt sales of the rival Toyota Corolla Cross. These machines promise to shake up the automotive market in Brazil.
The launches of these compact SUVs in 2024 are set to impact sales in the Brazilian automotive market. With updated models and new engine options, automakers Hyundai, Jeep, Peugeot, and Renault are investing in design, comfort, and technology to attract consumers and surpass the rival Toyota.
NEW MINI SUVS TO BE LAUNCHED IN BRAZIL!
Hyundai Creta Facelift: The Best-Selling Compact SUV in Brazil
The Hyundai Creta, the best-selling compact SUV in Brazil, has undergone an update for the 2025 line. The model features the brand’s new Global visual language, with new full LED headlights, redesigned bumpers, 18-inch wheels, and interconnected taillights.
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Cheaper than Fiat Pulse, Renault Kardian, and Volkswagen Tera: with a 2.0 turbo engine of 190 hp, 30.6 kgfm torque, automatic transmission, and Swedish safety package, this premium hatch delivers sports car performance at the price of a new compact: meet the Volvo V40 T4 Momentum 2017.
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Cheaper than a new Mobi and a Polo: with a 1.8 engine of up to 139 hp, 6-speed Aisin automatic transmission, 300 liters of trunk space, and a complete equipment package, this hatch stands out for its performance and cost-effectiveness for those seeking sportiness without spending too much. Meet the Fiat Argo HGT 2018.
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Toyota launches “family hybrid van” with 7 or 8 seats, 1.8 hybrid engine, fuel consumption of up to 23.8 km/l, and a price equivalent to about R$ 104,000 without taxes, below the Tiggo 8 Pro Plug-in Hybrid sold in Brazil: meet the Noah Hybrid 2026 in Japan.
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With the look of a compact SUV and the price of a rational used car: 1.5 flex engine with 115 hp, automatic transmission, 420-liter trunk, and multimedia make the Caoa Chery Tiggo 2 Look 1.5 AT 2020 an unconventional alternative.
Inside, the finish includes hard plastic, but the interior space is good and the equipment list is complete. The highlight is the 1.5 turbo engine with 165 horsepower, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
Jeep Avenger to Replace the Renegade
The Jeep Avenger has arrived as an entry-level model in the automaker’s lineup. In design, it features full LED headlights and taillights, alloy wheels up to 18 inches with a diamond finish, and two-tone paint. Inside, the Avenger presents a more minimalist finish but with quality materials. The interior space is sufficient for four adults and one child, and the equipment list is complete.
Regarding the engine, the Avenger will use a combustion option: a 1.0 turbo flex three-cylinder engine with direct fuel injection, generating 130 horsepower. The transmission is a CVT automatic type, simulating up to seven speeds.
Peugeot 2008: The Second Generation of the Compact SUV
The Peugeot 2008 is the second generation of the compact SUV that has been offered in Europe since 2020. Now, the car will be produced in Argentina, alongside the compact 208. The new 2008 stands out for its attractive design and promises to be a sales phenomenon in Brazil. Inside, it follows the quality standard set by the new 208, with above-average finish and a complete equipment list.
Regarding the engine, the new 2008 will have two options: a 1.0 turbo flex engine with 130 horsepower and a 1.3 turbo flex engine with 185 horsepower. Both belong to the Stellantis group and equip various models from the group in Brazil. The compact SUV is already in the final testing stages in Brazil and will be launched in the second half of this year, with prices ranging from R$ 130,000 to R$ 180,000.
Renault Duster: The Third Generation of the Compact SUV
The Renault Duster, a successful compact SUV in Brazil, has reached its third generation in Europe. Now, the model, which belongs to Dacia, will be part of Renault’s new revolution in Brazil. The new Duster is larger than the Kwid and positions itself between it and the new medium-sized SUV from the brand, which will be launched in the coming years.
The design of the new Duster is very attractive, featuring full LED headlights and taillights and 17-inch wheels. Inside, the finish has improved considerably while maintaining the good interior space characteristic of the model.
Regarding the engine, the new Duster will continue using the 1.3 turbo flex engine with 170 horsepower, coupled to an eight-speed simulated CVT automatic transmission. The new generation of the Duster will be positioned above the Kwid, with prices ranging from R$ 140,000 to R$ 170,000.
If you are thinking of acquiring a compact SUV, keep an eye on these new models and choose the one that best fits your needs. Don’t forget to leave 5 stars and activate the CPG notifications to follow all the news in the automotive world. Until next time!
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