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The Year 2024 Marks the Arrival of New Compact Sedans in Brazil, Promising to Revolutionize the Segment with Updated, More Economical Models Packed with Technology.
The new compact sedans arriving in Brazil in 2024 are a mix of style, efficiency, and technology, ready to shake up the automotive market. With options ranging from the economical Onix Plus to the sophisticated Toyota Yaris Sedan, consumers will have a variety of choices to meet their needs and preferences.
Chevrolet Onix Facelift
The Onix Plus, the best-selling sedan in Brazil, will undergo a significant facelift this year. The model will adopt a design inspired by the new Spin and Monza, featuring full LED headlights on the higher trims, 16-inch wheels, and redesigned bumpers. Inside, there will be an upgrade in the finishing with higher-quality materials and a layout similar to the new Montana. Retaining the 1.0 Turbo engine, the updated Onix promises to maintain its prominent market position.
Honda City Sedan Facelift
The Honda City, one of the most sophisticated and complete sedans in the segment, has received an update in Asia and will now arrive in Brazil with a refreshed look. New chrome accents on the grille, reshaped bumpers, and redesigned wheels are some of the updates. The comfortable interior space and the 1.5 naturally aspirated engine remain, ensuring sufficient performance and efficiency in fuel consumption.
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Suzuki sells an “economical family minivan” with 7 seats cheaper than Chevrolet Spin, Citroën Aircross, and Caoa Chery Tiggo 8 in Brazil; for about R$ 47,000 in conversion without taxes, the Ertiga has a 1.5 engine, manual or automatic transmission, CNG option, a trunk of up to 803 liters, and a family package that Brazil doesn’t have, but India does.
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Mitsubishi sells a “minivan with the soul of an SUV” with 7 seats cheaper than Chevrolet Spin, Citroën Aircross, and Caoa Chery Tiggo 8 in Brazil; for about R$ 76,000 in conversion without taxes, the Xpander has a 1.5 engine, manual or CVT transmission, 220 mm ground clearance, and a robust family package that Brazilians don’t have, but Indonesia does.
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Japan and Mercosur may reach an agreement to lower the cost of cars and auto parts, with manufacturers like Toyota, Honda, and Nissan coming into focus.
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Volkswagen is preparing an SUV derived from the new Amarok to compete with the Toyota SW4 and Haval H9, utilize the Argentine Pacheco factory, and transform a pickup into a more profitable family of products.
New Compact Sedan from Citroen
Citroen is preparing to launch a compact sedan with elevated suspension, following the design of the C3 Aircross. The design will be modern, and the interior will feature hard plastic finishes, but with adequate space for four adults. The engine stands out with a powerful and economical 1.0 turboflex. This model, priced between R$ 100,000 and R$ 120,000, promises to be an interesting option in the segment.
New Generation of Toyota Yaris Sedan
The Toyota Yaris Sedan, despite its moderate sales, is preparing to launch its second generation in Brazil. With an attractive design and coupe-like elements, the new Yaris Sedan promises improvements in the interior, with leather finishes and a complete list of features. The powertrain will be hybrid, combining a 1.5 gasoline engine with an electric motor, aiming for good performance and excellent fuel efficiency. Prices are expected to range between R$ 122,000 and R$ 140,000.
Chevrolet Monza Sedan
The new Monza, also known as Cavalier in some markets, is a mid-size sedan with compact characteristics that could replace the Cruze in Brazil. This model offers a modern design, full LED headlights and taillights, and an interior with hard plastic finishes, but with areas in synthetic leather. Its standout feature is the mild hybrid powertrain, providing good performance and fuel efficiency. The Monza is estimated to cost between R$ 130,000 and R$ 150,000.
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