On February 11, Changan launched the new A07 Blue Whale range extender and pure electric versions. The pure electric version offers four ranges: 710 km, 625 km, 525 km, and 515 km. It includes six models priced between 119,900 and 149,900 yuan (20510$). The range extender version has three models, priced from 119,900 to 139,900 yuan (19140$). Notably, all models come standard with the L2+ level IACC intelligent navigation system and the advanced APA intelligent parking system. These features provide users with an integrated intelligent driving assistance solution.
The new car offers seven purchase benefits. Enjoy cash discounts up to 16,000 yuan (2190$). Receive up to 10,000 yuan (1370$) for trade-ins. Get a lifetime warranty for the three electric systems worth 4,000 yuan (550$).
The new Changan Qiyuan A07 maintains the design of the current model. It uses a simple, clear LED light strip and split headlights. The aggressive front bumper gives the car a sporty, low stance. This design aligns well with current trends and appeals to young consumers’ aesthetics.
The car features a sporty fastback design on its side. It incorporates various lines, giving the side a strong and youthful look. It also includes hidden door handles and frameless doors, popular among young people. The new car measures 4905 mm in length, 1910 mm in width, and 1480 mm in height. Its wheelbase is 2900 mm, classifying it as a mid-to-large sedan.
The rear shows the car’s sporty attributes. The trunk lid features a built-in ducktail design. The taillights use a continuous LED strip, enhancing overall recognition. The hatchback design allows the tailgate to open to a height of 1.1 meters, making it easier to access items.
The interior maintains a minimalist design. The cabin features almost no physical buttons. Most functions integrate into the 15.4-inch central touchscreen. For smart features, the car uses a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 automotive-grade chip in the touchscreen. It supports mobile connectivity, app downloads, online navigation, online entertainment, remote OTA updates, voice interaction, and external announcements. The UI also received upgrades. New features include split-screen navigation, constant temperature cabin mode, camping mode, and sentinel mode. In terms of intelligent driving, the new Changan Qiyuan A07 comes standard with an L2+ IACC intelligent navigation system. It upgrades the front camera to 8 million pixels. This improves recognition distance and accuracy. The system supports adaptive cruise control from 0 to 180 km/h. The car also includes an advanced APA intelligent parking system. It accurately identifies parking spaces and simplifies parking. It can handle vertical, lateral, and angled parking. It performs well in tight spaces, slopes, and unclear parking lines. Additionally, the system offers 50-meter tracking reverse and app-controlled remote parking, addressing parking challenges for users.
Under the empowerment of the new Blue Whale 3.0, the Changan Qiyuan A07 significantly improves its range, charging efficiency, and energy consumption. The Blue Whale pure electric version features two power options: 218 horsepower and 258 horsepower. It offers multiple range options: 710 km, 625 km, 525 km, and 515 km. The Blue Whale extended range version uses the new Blue Whale HE15 hybrid engine. Its thermal efficiency reaches 43.31%. The IEM advanced intelligent control system provides 96% electric drive efficiency. This combination balances energy consumption and performance. The pure electric range reaches 230 km, while the total range with full fuel and battery exceeds 1330 km. For charging, the Changan Qiyuan A07 upgrades to 3C super fast charging. It takes only 15 minutes to charge from 30% to 80%. In just 15 minutes, it can gain over 300 km of range.