The brands have already anticipated the launch schedule for 2024. Some correspond to models that should have arrived this year, but that were postponed due to current situations.
This year the market will close just above 450,000 units10% more than the 407,000 patented in 2022.
It is good news, although the recent devaluation of the dollar, added to the internal taxes that already affect popular models, generate an unclear outlook for 2024. The expectation is placed on the measures taken by the new government.
Brand-by-brand news
Alfa Romeo. The Italian brand imported by Centro Milano will have at Tonal as protagonist. The compact SUV will compete with the Audi Q3, BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA.
However, it will be the only one in its segment to offer mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions. The release date was not revealed.
Audi. It will exhibit three new products in Cariló that it will be launching throughout the first semester. On the one hand, the S3 Sportback (five doors), the sports version of the new generation of the successful A3. It will arrive with a 310 HP 2.0 engine, seven-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive.
At the same time, the Q5 range is enlarged with the arrival of the Q5 Sportbackthe coupe-style SUV that could have a mild hybrid version.
Likewise, the impressive Q8 e-tronthe renewal of the 100% electric SUV that now includes the Q8 name in its name.
BLOCK. The Chinese premium brand will have several new features in 2024. First, it will add two versions (Bitono and Plus) to the range of the new X55 IIthe SUV launched on the market a few months ago.
On the other hand, 4×4 lovers will have three different options developed for practicing intermediate and extreme off road: BJ40 Plus, BJ60 y BJ80.
Likewise, it will be presented EU5 Plusa 100% electric medium sedan that delivers a power of 218 horsepower and achieves a range of up to 500 kilometers.
BMW. It will have two important launches. On the one hand, in the second semester the new X2the compact SUV with a sporty profile whose second generation was launched internationally a few months ago.
On the other hand, after the arrival of the plug-in hybrid versions of the X3 and Series 3, the brand will continue to strengthen its electrified range with the launch of its first 100% electric model.
Although the local subsidiary did not reveal which vehicle in question is, one possibility is that it is the iX2, which was also launched in Europe recently.
Chery. He anticipated the arrival of the plug-in hybrid version of the Tiggo 8 PROhis SUV badge.
While in the same line he will present the eQ1, its first fully electric model. It is a three-door citycar that is already sold in other markets in the region. In Uruguay, for example, it is offered with a 44 kW (61 HP) and 150 Nm motor, powered by a 30.8 kWh battery that gives it a range of 301 kilometers.
Chevrolet. Although there are no official confirmations, the brand will show the pickup in Cariló Silveradowhich will probably join the range of pickups to compete with the Ford F-150.
In addition, there could be updates to the S10 (redesign) and electrified novelties, since for the first time it will exhibit its 100% electric technology on the Coast.
Citroën. It will launch at the end of March C3 Aircross, the compact SUV that will offer versions with two and three rows of seats and an unprecedented 1.0-liter 120-horsepower turbo gasoline engine (T200) with a CVT automatic transmission. The range will also have the well-known 115 horsepower 1.6-liter engine.
DS. The premium brand of the Stellantis group plans to launch the mid-year DS7 e-Tensethe plug-in hybrid version of the renewed medium SUV presented in the country in April 2023.
Fiat. It will catch up with two models that had been announced for this year. In the first quarter the Pulse Abarththe sports version of the compact SUV that will be equipped with the 175-horsepower 1.3-liter turbo engine (T270).
At the same time, in the same period the renewal of the Streetthe small pickup truck that for the first time will have a turbo gasoline engine (1.0 with 120 HP).
While the other great novelty will be the Fastback, the crossover that mixes the silhouette of an SUV with that of a coupe and is built on a platform similar to that used by the Cronos, the best-selling car in Argentina. Its launch is scheduled for mid-year.
Ford. The most important novelty will be the E-Transit, the 100% electric version of the renewed utility vehicle launched earlier this year. It will be equipped with a motor powered by 68 kWh batteries, which delivers a power of 268 HP and 430 Nm of torque and offers a range of 317 kilometers.
New ones will also be added Mustang y F-150recently released in the United States.
friend. The Chinese premium brand marketed by the Car One Group plans to import the hybrid versions of its SUVs in the last quarter Jolion y H6.
Honda. It will have three launches. The first will be the new generation of the successful CR-Vwhich will be released in January.
In the middle of the year the new generation of the Civic, which will be offered only in hybrid version. While at the same time the unveiling of its mysterious “Pixelated” model is expected, which could also have hybrid technology.
Possibly, the brand will add another novelty by the end of the year.
Hyundai. It is another one that will have several new features. In the middle of the year the renewal of the Konathe compact SUV that will have gasoline variants (4×2 and 4×4) and a hybrid.
While in the second semester it will be the turn of the updated Tucson y Santa Fetwo SUVs that will also have hybrid variants.
JAC. The Chinese brand will deepen the development of its range with SUVs S2 PRO y S4the recently launched pickup Q8 and the launch of the new 5-ton light truck N55.
Jeep. The Stellantis Group’s all-terrain brand will not add new models, but it will offer aesthetic and equipment updates to its range.
Come on. After the recent launch of the new Sportage, the Korean brand plans to incorporate the K3a compact model that will replace the Rio and will be offered with four and five-door bodies.
Land Rover. The English brand will launch the new generation of the Defenderthe 4×4 that will arrive in its 110 plug-in hybrid version.
Likewise, in the second half of the year the new Range Rover Sportthe brand’s most radical 4×4 that will also be configured with plug-in hybrid technology.
Mercedes-Benz. Although it did not announce which ones they are, the brand anticipated that it will launch two electric models to continue the technological transition.
In addition, the new generation of the imposing Class E y al C 43 AMGthe most radical sports version of the classic sedan offered in Europe with all-wheel drive and a 408 HP engine with an electric turbocharger (mild hybrid system).
MINI. In the second semester, both the fifth generation of the Mini (three doors) as the renewal of the Countrymanwhich grew in dimensions.
Mitsubishi. Imported by the Car One Group, the big news will be the renewal of the Outlander, the iconic Japanese SUV with capacity for seven passengers that will be equipped with a 184 HP 2.5-liter engine and CVT automatic transmission. It will arrive in the second semester.
Nissan. In the first quarter it will launch the Kicks XPlaythe renewed – for the third time – special edition of the successful compact SUV, and the Versa SRa variant with a sporty look of the compact sedan manufactured in Mexico.
Peugeot. The French brand anticipated the arrival of the 2008 electric for mid-year.
Although it is important to note that, although it was not confirmed by the automaker, the new generation of 2008 would begin manufacturing at the El Palomar plant during the first months of 2024. The SUV shares a platform with the 208, which as a novelty could add a turbo engine.
RAM. It will have one of the first novelties of the year: the Rampagethe compact pickup that will compete head to head with Ford Maverick.
It is the brand’s first truck developed and produced outside of North America and will be offered with two engines: a 2.0-liter turbodiesel with 170 HP and a gasoline engine, also turbo, with 272 HP.
Renault. The French brand is another that will have strong news in the first quarter. On the one hand, the Kardianthe new compact SUV manufactured in Brazil that will be located between the Stepway and Duster models, and will be equipped with the 1.0 turbo 125 HP engine.
On the other hand, the commercial launch of the electric family models E-Tech: Kwid, Kangoo and Megane.
Toyota. Production of the utility vehicle will begin at the beginning of 2024 Hiace at the Zárate plant.
Volkswagen. The highlight will be the profound renovation of the I’m greedy produced in General Pacheco, which in addition to the redesign will add more equipment and technology. Its launch is scheduled for mid-year.
The updated ones will also arrive Saveiro y T-Crossalthough without a confirmed date.
Volvo. It will bring the crossover in the first semester C40 and the compact SUV XC40both electric, while the second half will be reserved for the EX30its smallest electric SUV.
