On November 4, the newly added model of the new Changan CS55PLUS PHEV, the Smart New Blue Whale 125km Zhiyue Edition, was officially launched, priced at 112,900 yuan. The new car is equipped with the Tianshu driving assistance vision version, and its intelligent driving capability surpasses that of the current model.
In terms of appearance, the new car adopts the family's all-new design language. The borderless grille is embellished with gradient dot-matrix elements inside, and the star-ring light assembly enhances the sense of technology. It is equipped with five-spoke semi-enclosed wheels and 225/55 R19 tires. The rear of the new car is equipped with a through-type taillight, whose shape echoes the front headlights. The new car's length, width, and height are 4550/1868/1675mm respectively, with a wheelbase of 2656mm. The new car will be equipped with the Tianshu driving assistance vision version, featuring 5 high-definition cameras and functions such as automated lane change assist ALC, active speed adjustment following traffic flow, lane centering control, and assisted parking.
In terms of power, the new car will be equipped with the New Blue Whale HE high-efficiency hybrid 1.5L engine, with a maximum power of 70 kilowatts, and the motor's maximum power is 158 kilowatts. It is equipped with a 18.4 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery pack from Times Changan, with a CLTC pure electric range of 125 kilometers and a CLTC comprehensive range of 1220 kilometers.
Dada commentary: The Changan CS55 PLUS is positioned as a compact SUV. In the 7 years since its launch, cumulative sales have exceeded 1 million units, and overall consumer reputation is good. The PHEV version was launched in March 2025, and the guide price range of the two models on sale is 104,900-109,900 yuan. The main competitor of the Changan CS55 PLUS PHEV version is the Haval H6 PHEV. By comparison, the Changan CS55PLUS PHEV is more affordable, has a longer comprehensive range with a full tank and full charge, and its comprehensive fuel consumption is slightly lower than that of the Haval H6 PHEV, but its brand awareness and market recognition are inferior to those of the Haval H6 PHEV. The newly added Smart New Blue Whale 125km Zhiyue Edition is priced higher than the current model, but its intelligent driving functions are stronger than the current model. Consumers who value driving assistance functions but do not want to spend more can pay attention to this new car.
