BYD Mako Pickup Truck Unveiled in Brazil for 2026

BYD Mako Pickup Truck Unveiled in Brazil

On August 25, BYD unveiled the BYD Mako, an all-new pickup truck, at the 2026 Interlagos Festival in Brazil. The vehicle was presented with a yellow paint scheme similar to the new VW pickup truck Tukan, which was revealed one day earlier. The Mako's interior remains in prototype form, while its name follows the marine-creature naming approach used for BYD's Shark pickup truck. Although BYD has not released specific technical specifications, the new pickup is expected to use a flex-fuel plug-in hybrid powertrain based on the Song Pro platform.

Production Planned at BYD's Camacari Plant

Production of the Mako will take place at BYD's Camacari plant in Bahia, marking an important manufacturing milestone for the automaker. The pickup is expected to become the first new BYD model manufactured outside of China. Preparations for pickup truck production are already underway at the facility, with testing for painting and welding processes scheduled to begin soon. Stamping operations are anticipated to start in September, establishing the manufacturing steps needed before series production begins. The localization of Mako production also expands BYD's manufacturing footprint in Brazil beyond its existing vehicle operations.

Flex-Fuel PHEV Expected for the Brazilian Market

While BYD has not yet disclosed the Mako's complete specifications, the pickup is expected to be a flex-fuel plug-in hybrid electric vehicle based on the Song Pro platform. This configuration would align the model with the Brazilian market's established use of flexible-fuel technology while adding plug-in hybrid capability. The Mako is also part of BYD's broader expansion of its pickup truck portfolio, following the company's Shark model. The vehicle is expected to arrive at dealerships between late 2026 and early 2027, giving BYD additional time to complete production preparation and validation at the Camacari facility before market introduction.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will the BYD Mako pickup truck reach dealerships?
The BYD Mako is expected to reach dealerships between late 2026 and early 2027 after production preparations and manufacturing process testing are completed at the Camacari plant in Brazil. BYD has not yet released the model's complete technical specifications, but the pickup is expected to use a flex-fuel plug-in hybrid powertrain based on the Song Pro platform. Production preparations are already underway, with painting and welding tests planned soon and stamping expected in September, supporting the planned launch timeline for the new pickup.