19:07 07-12-2025

Chevrolet Captiva EV production confirmed in Brazil for 2026

General Motors has officially announced that the all-new Chevrolet Captiva EV will be built in Brazil. The production site was chosen for a reason: assembly will begin at the PACE contract plant in the state of Ceará—the same facility where Spark EUV manufacturing has just started. The move cements GM’s strategy to localize affordable electric vehicles for key markets.

According to GM Brazil, the Captiva EV launch is the next step in shaping a multibrand technology hub focused on EVs. Production is set to start in 2026 and will play an important role in expanding Chevrolet’s budget EV lineup across South America. Local assembly is intended to speed up the rollout of modern powertrains, reduce delivery costs, and build regional expertise.

The Captiva EV is expected to become a pivotal product in the brand’s electrification push, strengthening GM’s position in one of the region’s fastest-growing markets. GM South America president Santiago Chamorro emphasized that shifting production of the Spark EUV and Captiva EV aligns with national industrial goals: developing supply chains, creating jobs, and improving global competitiveness.

With demand for electric cars rising in Brazil, the Captiva EV could become one of Chevrolet’s most sought-after models in the mass-market EV segment. Details on design, specifications, and pricing are expected closer to launch.

GM looks to be making a smart bet: building cars locally should help keep prices in check and streamline logistics, while the Captiva EV has a genuine chance to emerge as a strong player among affordable electric vehicles in Latin America.