Changan Hunter
Key Attributes
Product Summary
The Changan Hunter (F70 BlueWhale) is a wide-body pickup powered by Changan's BlueWhale 2.0T turbo petrol engine (171 kW / 390 N·m) with a ZF 8-speed automatic or 6-speed manual, offering 4×2 RWD or optional BorgWarner part-time 4×4, a 1,850 mm cargo bed and a rugged body-on-fram
Product Details
The Changan Hunter (F70 BlueWhale) is a wide-body pickup truck built on a rugged body-on-frame chassis co-developed with PSA. It is powered by Changan's BlueWhale 2.0T turbo petrol engine (171 kW / 233 hp, 390 N·m) mated to a ZF 8-speed automatic or 6-speed manual, with 4×2 rear-wheel drive as standard and an optional BorgWarner part-time 4×4 system for tough terrain. A 1,850 mm cargo bed, 80 L tank and 28° approach / 27° departure angles make it ready for both work and overland use.
Key Highlights
- BlueWhale 2.0T + ZF 8AT – 171 kW / 390 N·m from 1,900 rpm, 92# petrol; smooth ZF 8-speed auto or robust 6-speed manual for fleet and off-road duty.
- True 4×4 option – BorgWarner part-time 4-wheel drive with low-range capability; 28° approach and 27° departure angles for rough job sites and trails.
- Practical cargo body – 1,850 × 1,595 × 500 mm cargo bed, 80 L fuel tank, ~495 kg payload and a 3.43 m wheelbase for stable heavy loads.
- Built tough, drives comfortable – double-wishbone front + leaf-spring rear suspension, body-on-frame, 245/70 R17 tyres, double cab with 5 seats and a modern infotainment screen.
Variant Comparison
| Item | 2.0T 2WD 6MT | 2.0T 2WD 8AT | 2.0T 4WD 8AT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive | 4×2 RWD | 4×2 RWD | 4×4 part-time |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed AT (ZF) | 8-speed AT (ZF) |
| 4WD system | – | – | BorgWarner part-time |
| Approach / Departure | 28° / 27° | 28° / 27° | 28° / 27° |
Common Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Engine | BlueWhale 2.0T (JL486ZQ5), turbo, 1,998 cc, 171 kW (233 hp) / 390 N·m (1,900–3,300 rpm), 92# |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual / 8-speed automatic (ZF) |
| Drive | 4×2 RWD (4×4 optional, BorgWarner part-time) |
| Chassis | Body-on-frame (non-load-bearing), co-developed with PSA |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 5600 × 1930 × 1865 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3430 mm |
| Cargo bed | 1850 × 1595 × 500 mm |
| Curb / GVW | 1890 / 2710 kg |
| Payload | ~495 kg |
| Fuel tank | 80 L |
| Suspension | Double-wishbone front + leaf-spring rear (rigid) |
| Tyres | 245/70 R17 |
| Top speed | 180 km/h |
| Cab & Seats | Double cab, 5 seats |
| Emission | China VI (Euro 6 equivalent) |
This pickup is supplied as LHD from China; RHD conversion can be arranged for right-hand-drive markets (Australia, South Africa, Thailand, UK, etc.) on request. CE / export certification and destination homologation can be supported by our export team. Global logistics, container or Ro-Ro shipping and after-sales support available. Current model year: 2024.