Changan X5 PLUS
Key Attributes
Product Summary
The Changan X5 PLUS is a sporty compact SUV from Changan, powered by the Blue Whale NE 1.5T engine (138 kW / 300 N·m) with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission, featuring a 30-inch wraparound triple screen, sport seats and L2 driving assistance.
Product Details
The Changan X5 PLUS is a sporty compact SUV defined by its borderless polygonal grille, red sport accents and a coupe-SUV stance. It is powered by the Blue Whale NE 1.5T engine (138 kW / 300 N·m) mated to a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission, sprinting from 0–100 km/h in 7.51 s while keeping WLTC fuel use as low as 6.45 L/100 km.
Key Highlights
- Blue Whale NE 1.5T – 138 kW (188 hp) and 300 N·m from 1,600 rpm (variable-geometry turbo), 7-speed wet DCT, 0–100 km/h in 7.51 s, top speed 205 km/h.
- 30-inch Wraparound Triple Screen – 12.3" digital cluster + 12.3" central touchscreen + 4.2" driving-assist display (10.25" on base), voice control, HiCar / Carlink, OTA.
- Sporty Cabin – integrated sport seats, electronic gear shifter, red-on-black or grey two-tone interior, Face ID 3.0 facial recognition (top trim).
- L2 Intelligent Driving – full-speed ACC, lane-centering, AEB, lane-departure warning and 540° transparent chassis (higher trims); Eagle Pilot auto-parking.
- Safety & Rigidity – high-strength body, ESC + 6 airbags + TPMS, front/rear independent suspension (MacPherson + multi-link).
Variant Comparison
| Item | Pioneer (先锋型) | Excellence (卓越型) | Whale Joy (鲸喜版) | High Energy (高能版) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | FWD, 7-speed wet DCT | |||
| Engine | Blue Whale NE 1.5T, 138 kW / 300 N·m | |||
| Smart Screen | 10.25" + 4.2" | 10.25" + 4.2" | 10.25" + 7" cluster | 12.3" + 12.3" + 4.2" triple |
| Seats | Fabric | Fabric | Synthetic leather sport | Synthetic leather sport |
| Sunroof | None | Small sunroof | Panoramic | Panoramic |
| Audio | 2 speakers | 4 speakers | SONY 6-spk | SONY 6-spk |
| ADAS | None / rear radar | CCS + reverse cam | CCS + reverse cam + side airbags | 540° + full-speed ACC + AEB + auto-park + face ID |
| Wheels | 225/55 R18 | |||
Common Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Engine | Blue Whale NE 1.5T (JL473ZQ7, L4, 1494 cc), turbo, 138 kW / 300 N·m |
| Transmission | 7-speed wet dual-clutch (DCT) |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Fuel / Tank | Gasoline (92#), 51 L |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 4,540 × 1,860 × 1,590 (1,620) mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm |
| Track (F/R) | 1,580 / 1,570 mm |
| Seats / Body | 5 seats, unibody SUV |
| Curb / Max Mass | 1,400 kg / 1,785 kg |
| Suspension | MacPherson front / multi-link rear, independent |
| Tires | 225/55 R18 |
| Top Speed / 0–100 | 205 km/h / 7.51 s |
| WLTC Fuel Use | 6.45 L / 100 km |
Available in exterior colors (Star Grey, Star White, Galaxy Silver Grey, Star Black, Sky Blue) with red-on-black sport interior. Left-hand-drive export configuration, compliant with China VI b emission standard; LHD-to-RHD conversion and export certification can be arranged per destination market. A 5-speed manual 1.5L (110 hp) variant is offered for entry markets.