The end of 1981 marked the presentation of the Gurgel XEF during the XIII São Paulo Auto Show.
The model was officially launched in 1983, with the proposal of being a luxury urban car.
According to João Gurgel himself, the XEF was aimed at executives in their 40s or to serve as a second car of high-income families.
The initial plan was to produce about 100 units per month, but market reception was lukewarm, resulting in the production of only 100 units between 1983 and 1986.
This made the XEF an extremely exclusive car and sought after by collectors today.
With a compact and innovative design, the XEF It was a two-door, three-volume sedan that attracted attention for its cheerful appearance and small dimensions.
He measured 3.12 meters long, 1.72 meters wide, 1.3 meters tall and had a wheelbase of 1.8 meters, weighing about 800 kg.
Therefore, in full 2025, XEF's legacy teaches us that boldness and innovation can overcome barriers, leaving marks that stand the test of time.
After all, each vehicle tells a story, and the XEF, even in its exclusivity, wrote an unforgettable chapter in the national industry.