Most popular car brands in Brazil
Car brands sold in Brazil, by origin
German car brands in Brazil
Volkswagen is one of Brazil's most iconic brands, with a long history of local manufacturing.
Italian car brands in Brazil
Fiat is a market leader in Brazil, where it operates one of its largest plants outside Italy.
American car brands in Brazil
Chevrolet and Jeep are strong sellers; Ford closed its Brazilian factories in 2021 but still imports some models.
Japanese car brands in Brazil
Toyota and Honda both build cars in Brazil and rank among the top brands.
French car brands in Brazil
French brands have a long-standing presence with locally produced models.
Korean car brands in Brazil
Hyundai is a top seller in Brazil, with the locally built HB20 among the market's favourites.
Chinese car brands in Brazil
Chinese brands are investing heavily in Brazil. BYD is building a factory complex in Bahia, and Chery — through the local CAOA Chery venture — has produced cars in Brazil for years, making China an increasingly important force in the market.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most popular car brands in Brazil?
- Volkswagen, Fiat and Chevrolet have traditionally led the Brazilian market, followed by Hyundai, Toyota, Jeep and Renault. Most of these brands build cars locally.
- Did Ford leave Brazil?
- Ford closed its Brazilian manufacturing plants in 2021 and now operates with a reduced, import-focused line-up rather than local production.
- Are Chinese car brands sold in Brazil?
- Yes, and their presence is growing fast. BYD is building a major factory in Bahia, and Chery has produced cars locally through the CAOA Chery joint venture for years.
