Ford EcoSport Returns with New Generation While BYD Launches Luxury Off-Road SUV in Brazil
This week, the automotive segment is full of exciting news. Among the highlights, Ford announces the return of the 2025 Ford EcoSport with a new generation, and BYD prepares for the launch of its luxury SUV, Leopard 05, in Brazil. Follow all the details of these significant updates.
After being shelved in India during the pandemic, the new generation of the Ford EcoSport will finally be realized, with plans to supply the European market. With patents registered and a modern look, the new 2025 EcoSport promises to be one of the most attractive SUVs in its segment.
Design and Cutting-Edge Technology in the New Ford EcoSport
The new 2025 Ford EcoSport features an aggressive front, with full LED headlamps and 18-inch wheels. The modernized rear eliminates the hanging spare tire, replaced by interconnected LED taillights by a black piano strip. The interior follows the design of the Puma, Ford’s compact SUV, with a sophisticated and spacious layout, surpassing the previous model derived from the Fiesta.
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With a 1.0 engine producing 75 hp and costing less than R$ 70,000, Fiat’s car returns to the podium as the cheapest in the country; a temporary promotion for the 2026 Like version reduces the price of the Fiat Mobi.
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With a mild hybrid system of 48 V, 176 hp and a price of R$ 175,990 in the Sahara version, the new Jeep Renegade changes mostly on the inside, improves slightly in fuel consumption, and remains almost the same car.
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With a 293.5 cm³ engine and a range of up to 400 km with a 14.1-liter tank, the Honda CB 300F Twister 2026 has up to 24.7 hp, an initial price of R$ 25,150, and already exceeds R$ 29,000 in the Fipe Table.
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With a 1.3 engine, nearly 700 km of range, and Turbo 200, the Fiat model surpasses Polo, Tera HB20, and Onix, becoming the best-selling car in March; see the numbers for the Fiat Strada and others.
Under the hood, the new Ford EcoSport will initially offer a 1.5 Turbo mild hybrid engine, combined with a complete and advanced driver assistance package (ADAS). Safety, a priority for the demanding European market, will also be a highlight of this model, expected for 2025.
BYD Leopard 05: Luxury and Off-Road Performance
BYD, known for its innovations in the automotive market, has registered a new sub-brand called Feng Sheng Bao, or Leopard. The first model of this line, the Leopard 05, will be launched in Brazil in 2025.
Inspired by models such as the Ford Bronco Sport and Jeep Wrangler, the Leopard 05 is a mid to large SUV, with a robust and boxy design. Aimed at competing with vehicles like the Discovery Sport, the Leopard 05 combines luxury and off-road capability, offering a complete package for SUV enthusiasts.
The Leopard 05 will be equipped with a plug-in hybrid engine producing 430 horsepower, promising an impressive range of up to 1,000 km on a full charge and tank. With estimated prices above R$ 300,000, this luxury SUV will be a milestone in BYD’s offerings in Brazil.
Additional Highlights from the Automotive Market
In addition to the launches from Ford and BYD, other automakers have also announced important news:
- Stellantis has announced investments in the electrification of Fiat vehicles in Brazil. The new STLA Small platform will be used for small models, including the Pulse and Fastback, which will adopt a 1.0 Turbo Flex mild hybrid engine, promising to reduce fuel consumption by up to 10%.
- Volkswagen is offering discounts of up to R$ 74,239 on the 2024 Amarok, while preparing a significant facelift for the pickup. With a 3.0 V6 Turbo Diesel engine producing 258 horsepower, the new restyled Amarok will arrive in Brazil between June and July 2024.
- The Jeep Commander Limited continues to stand out as one of the best seven-seater options in the market, offering cutting-edge technology, including a 10-inch multimedia system, power seats, and an ACC system.

Se este auto tivesse peças e montagem no Brasil, valia a pena comprar, mas é um auto importado, o Brasil tem que dar um basta para coisas importados e consumir tudo o que é produzido aqui no Brasil.
É esse lente carro poderia mais em conta é muito bom ter um carro desse.
Qual o preço