Does Changan Automobile Belong to New Energy Vehicles?

[DelErin]

Changan has both new energy vehicle models and gasoline models. Its new energy vehicle models include the CS15 pure electric version, Benben minie, Yidong PHEV, Benben love pure electric version, etc. Changan's new energy vehicle lineup is quite diverse, mainly including the micro pure electric vehicle Benben EV, the small pure electric SUV model CS15EV, and the compact pure electric sedan Yidong EV460. In 2020, Changan will also launch several new models such as E-Star, E-Pro, E-Rock, and E-Life. Advantages of new energy vehicles: They generally use natural gas, petroleum gas, hydrogen, or electricity as power sources, reducing exhaust emissions and effectively protecting the environment. Electric vehicles do not produce exhaust and have no pollution. Hydrogen-powered vehicles emit water as exhaust, which does not pollute the environment. Because they are essentially zero-emission, they are also exempt from traffic restrictions based on license plate numbers. New energy vehicles adopt new technologies and structures, making them more efficient.

[BrodyRose]

Changan Automobile is actually an automotive brand, not a single car model, let alone whether it's exclusively a new energy vehicle. As an established manufacturer, they offer both traditional fuel-powered models like the CS series SUVs and new energy vehicles, such as the pure-electric Deepal SL03 and hybrid-powered UNI series. From my interactions with many car enthusiasts, people choose Changan mainly for its high cost-performance ratio—if you're looking to buy a new energy vehicle, you can simply pick from their catalog. However, don’t assume the entire company focuses solely on electric vehicles. In recent years, driven by policies, Changan has accelerated its transformation, launching new energy sub-brands like the Qiyuan series, but it hasn’t completely abandoned fuel-powered cars yet. Looking at future trends, they plan to go fully electric by 2030, but for now, buyers should still check the powertrain type listed in the specifications before making a purchase.

[Paislee]

When I was comparing car brands, I looked at Changan. It's not exclusively focused on new energy vehicles but is a full-fledged automobile manufacturer. For example, I test-drove the Changan Eado EV, which has decent pure-electric range, but there's also a fuel-powered version of the Eado. If you're a first-time buyer, don't be misled by the name—Changan's product lineup is diverse, including hybrid and pure-electric series like Deepal, but traditional fuel vehicles still dominate. Why is everyone interested in new energy vehicles? Part of the reason is due to government subsidies and the environmental trend, and Changan has responded by launching more energy-efficient models. However, I recommend directly asking the salesperson whether it's a fuel or electric version, since the company produces both. Choosing the right model makes maintenance easier—for instance, electricity costs much less than fuel prices.

[Kirk]

As an automaker, Changan produces both fuel-powered vehicles and new energy vehicles such as pure electric BEVs and plug-in hybrid PHEVs. Technologically, they have introduced the CHN platform for new energy models, with the Shenlan series being a prime example. However, the brand itself does not fall under the new energy category—you need to look at specific models. In the market, Changan is expanding its hybrid product line while retaining fuel vehicle options. I often advise friends to check specifications before purchasing to avoid being misled. Overall, it is a comprehensive enterprise responding to the green trend but not a pure new energy brand.