On July 23, Renault Colombia announced the launch of the new Koleos Full Hybrid E-Tech.
This large SUV introduces a fully hybrid powertrain option to the brand’s D-E segment SUV portfolio in the country. It is available in two versions: The Techno 4×4 and the Esprit Alpine E-Tech with a -plug-in hybrid system. It mea

On August 5, it was reported that Scania officially entered Colombia’s electric mobility sector with the launch of its first fully electric bus, the K230 EB 4×2.
This urban model, capable of transporting 80 passengers with a range exceeding 320 km, was integrated into Bogotá’s electric public transport fleet operated

On August 5, it was reported that Auteco Blue relaunched its electric vehicle lineup in Colombia with the introduction of the DFM Friday EV.
The compact electric SUV is positioned as one of the most affordable models in the country. Known globally as the Dongfeng Forthing Friday EV or Leiting, this model features a 1

On July 25, smart launched the smart #1 and #3 electric vehicles in Colombia. This follows its plan to expand in Latin America through a partnership with Inchcape, an automotive distributor for Mercedes Benz in the region. Colombia is now the fourth Latin American market after Chile, Uruguay, and Ecuador.
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On June 9, Renault Colombia announced the launch of the all-new Renault Duster hybrid E-Tech, marking the country's debut of this hybrid SUV in the Americas.
Built on the CMF-B platform, the Duster hybrid E-Tech combines a 1.2-liter turbocharged 3-cylinder engine with a 48V mild-hybrid system, delivering 129 hp and 2

On May 29, Renault announced the arrival of the new Duster E-Tech Hybrid SUV in Colombia.
This model stands out as Renault’s first hybrid 4×4 in Latin America, combining rugged design with hybrid technology to offer both power and efficiency.
The Duster E-Tech Hybrid continues the legacy of one of Colombia’s best-sel

On May 26, Renault-Sofasa announced the start of local production and sales of the Renault Kwid in Colombia.
The Colombian-made Kwid features a lightweight design, ideal for city driving, and boasts improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, 80% less CO and 68% less hydrocarbons than models from a decade ago. It

On May 13, Renault announced that it will launch a new SUV that will complete its E-Tech Hybrid portfolio.
Colombia will be the first country in the region to receive the model.
More details of the vehicle are expected to be released soon.
(Renault Colombia on May 13, 2025)

On April 2, Renault-Sofasa officially launched local production of the Renault Kwid at its Envigado plant in Antioquia, marking a major milestone for Colombia’s automotive industry.
Previously imported from Brazil, the Kwid now joins the lineup of locally assembled models alongside the Duster, Sandero, Logan, and Ste

On March 18, smart announced its partnership with Inchcape, an automotive distributor, to enter Colombia, Uruguay, and Ecuador, expanding its reach in Latin America. The region’s new energy vehicle market is growing fast, driven by government policies supporting sustainability. This creates strong opportunities for s

On February 20, Volvo Cars unveiled the fully electric EX90 SUV in Cartagena, Colombia, showcasing its most advanced model to date. The event also featured the updated XC90, reinforcing Volvo’s dedication to safety, innovation, and sustainability in Latin America.  
The EX90 is powered by a twin-motor AWD system, off

On February 4, it was announced that BYD expressed interest in establishing an assembly plant in Colombia as part of its expansion strategy in Latin America.
While the company is already finalizing a factory in Brazil, set to produce 150,000 vehicles annually starting in 2025, Colombia is being considered as a potent

On November 12, Kia launched its all-new K4 compact sedan at the Bogota Motor Show.
The sedan has a 2.0-liter, 16-valve, 4-cylinder SmartStream naturally aspirated engine with multipoint injection capable of generating up to 150 hp and a torque of 192 Nm at 4,000 rpm, combined with a 6-speed automatic transmission an

On October 31, GM Colombia presented the Chevrolet Equinox EV SUV in the country.
The vehicle’s design includes proximity pop-out handles, a panoramic roof, and automatic LED headlights. Inside, it seats five, has a 17.7-inch multimedia screen, a sporty steering wheel, and a cargo capacity of up to 1,620 liters.
Its

On August 31, it was announced that BYD and Hino Motors assembled the first electric bus chassis at Hino’s plant in Cota, Colombia.
The vehicle is an 18-meter-long articulated bus that will be fitted with bodywork by Colombian companies. It is powered by BYD's Blade LFP batteries, which drive the electric motor conne

On August 9, Antonio Baltar Junior, director of Sales, Marketing and Services at Ford South America, announced during the Interlagos festival, the arrival of the Ford Performance division to Argentina.
This plan is part of the expansion strategy of the brand in South America, which includes to other countries such as

On July 16, it was announced that Renault has begun exporting its Kardian model from the Sao José dos Pinhais plant, in Brazil, to Colombia.
The vehicle is already announced on the official Renault website in Colombia, offering the model with a 3-cylinder turbo engine that generates 114 hp and 200 Nm of torque and a

On June 10, Volvo Cars announced the arrival of its EX30 model to Colombia.
The vehicle has an electric motor powered by a lithium-ion battery, which can be 51-kWh or 69-kWh, depending on the version chosen.
Its range is approximately 476 km and it takes around 30 minutes to charge from 10% to 80%. Its energy consump

It was announced that Hella established its new headquarters of operations for Latin America in Colombia.
The head office of the recently founded Hella Colombia Autopartes S.A.S. began operations in Bogota in January 2024 and also established a satellite office in Buenaventura to take advantage of the strategic locat

On May 11 it was announced that the Xiaomi SU7 can now be purchased in Colombia through the private importer Top Gear Col.
The vehicle can be ordered from COP 190 million for the Standard version that has a 295 hp electric motor and 400 Nm of torque. Its 73.6 kWh BYD Blade LPF battery allows it to offer 700 km of ran