Changan CS55

The Changan CS55 is a compact SUV produced by the Chinese manufacturer Changan Automobile under the Changan marque since 2017. It debuted at the 2017 Shanghai Auto Show and was launched on the Chinese auto market later in 2017. The manufacturer announced a full-electric version on 9 July 2020 called the CS55 EV. A facelift in 2019 updated the name to Changan CS55 Plus

The second generation Changan CS55 Plus was introduced in March 2021 and was called Changan UNI-S in the Middle East. It received a facelift which marketed as "third generation CS55 Plus" in 2025 and 2026 with revised design.

First generation

The first generation Changan CS55 is a compact crossover SUV produced by Changan Automobile, and was launched at the 2017 Shanghai Auto Show. Pricing for the CS55 ranges from 74,900 yuan to 86,900 yuan, slotting the five-seat CS55 below the similarly sized Changan CS75.[2][3]

The Changan CS55 is powered by a 1.5 liter turbocharged inline-4 petrol engine with variable valve timing on both inlet and exhaust camshafts producing 156 bhp and 225 nm (165 lb ft) mated to a 6-speed manual transmission or 6-speed automatic transmission by Aisin Warner.

Second generation (Changan CS55 Plus Gen.2-Gen.4)

The second generation Changan CS55 Plus surfaced in March 2021, Which is Called Changan UNI-S in the Middle East. And which features exterior design language previously introduced by the Changan UNI-T and Changan UNI-K. It is powered by NE series Changan Blue Whale 1.5 liter turbocharged engine developing 138 kW at 5,500 rpm with 300 N.m of torque between 1,600 and 4,100 rpm, the engine is mated to a wet style 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.[14]

2023 facelift (marketed as third generation)

A facelift was introduced in April 2023 during Auto Shanghai.[15] Renamed CS55 Plus Third Generation (第三代CS55PLUS 新蓝鲸), the vehicle was launched on the Chinese market in September 2023.[16] It features a redesigned front bumper with a body-colored grille and new headlights with a distinctive light signature. Its dimensions are 4539 mm in length, 1865 mm in width, and 1680 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2656 mm. The updated model features the new 500 bar high pressure fuel injection 1.5 liter turbo “Blue Whale” engine developing 141 kW and 310 N·m mated to the new 7-speed wet style DCT gearbox or a 6-speed Aisin automatic.[17]

In March 2025, the PHEV version (第三代CS55PLUS PHEV) was introduced, equipped with the “Smart New Blue Whale 3.0” plug-in hybrid system. This system includes a dual electric motor architecture (P1+P3), a 1.5-liter turbocharged internal combustion engine, E-CVT transmission and an 18.4 kWh battery. The total combined power output is 230 kW, with a maximum torque of 330 N·m. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes 7.3 seconds. The manufacturer claims an electric range of 125 km under the CLTC cycle, and a total range (gasoline with a 51-liter tank plus electric) of 1320 km.[18]

2025 facelift (marketed as fourth generation)

An additional facelift was introduced in April 2025; renamed CS55 Plus Fourth Generation (第四代CS55PLUS), the vehicle features a new front bumper with a sharper grille design and redesigned front and rear headlights. Its dimensions are 4550 mm in length, 1868 mm in width, 1675 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2656 mm. The engine is a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline unit delivering 141 kW and a maximum torque of 310 N⋅m, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The declared fuel consumption is 6.9 liters per 100 km under the WLTC cycle, and the fuel tank capacity is 51 liters. This model complements the previous CS55 Plus versions that remain in production.[19][20]

Changan Nevo Q05

The first generation Changan Nevo Q05 is a range extended hybrid electric crossover SUV based on the second and third generation CS55 Plus. Styling wise, the vehicle is essentially a rebadged second generation CS55 Plus with restyled front and rear bumpers, just like the other Changan Nevo vehicles. The Q05 is powered by a range extended hybrid powertrain with a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated engine codenamed JL473Q5 producing 81 kW and electric motors producing 158 kW.[21]

manufacturer	Changan Automobile
aka	Changan Nevo Q05 (PHEV)‡R11R‡ Changan UNI-S (Middle East) Saipa 441P (Iran) DR 6.0 (Spain) DR Stilnovo 6 (Italy‡R12R‡)
production	2021–present
model years	2021–present
assembly	China: Chongqing Iran: Kashan (Saipa) Egypt: Cairo (GB Corp‡R13R‡)
class	Compact crossover SUV (C)
body style	5-door SUV
layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
related	Changan Nevo Q05
engine	1.5 L JL473ZQ7 I4 (turbo petrol)
transmission	7-speed DCT 6-speed Aisin automatic E-CVT (PHEV)
wheelbase	2656 mm
length	4515 mm (Pre-facelift) 4539 mm (2023 facelift) 4550 mm (2025 facelift)
width	1865 mm (Pre-facelift, 2023 facelift) 1868 mm (2025 facelift)
height	1680 mm (Pre-facelift, 2023 facelift) 1675 mm (2025 facelift)
weight	1460 kg

First generation

2018 facelift

Changan CS55 Plus

CS55 EV

Second generation (Changan CS55 Plus Gen.2-Gen.4)

2023 facelift (marketed as third generation)

2025 facelift (marketed as fourth generation)

Changan Nevo Q05

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