New Car｜Launching at $30,000 USD, the New Changan Qiyuan E07 Hits the Market with Two Powertrain Options for Mid-to-Large SUVs

On 29th August, Changan Qiyuan officially announced the launch of the new Qiyuan E07, offering four variants with a starting price of US$30,000.

Positioned as a mid-to-large SUV, this new model provides both pure electric and range-extended powertrain options.

Built upon Changan's latest SDA platform architecture, the Qiyuan E07's market performance and competitive positioning warrant close attention.

Design-wise, the Qiyuan E07 exhibits distinctive characteristics.

Its roofline exhibits a pronounced downward sweep, lending the overall styling a crossover SUV character.

At the front, C-shaped LED light clusters flanking a central display screen enhance the vehicle's visual identity.

The boot incorporates an electrically operated dual-mode design (closed/open), enhancing practicality.

Additional features include black roof rails, semi-enclosed alloy wheels, and concealed door handles.

Dimensions for the 2024 model measure 5045mm in length, 1996mm in width, and 1695mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3120mm.

Inside, the Changan Qiyuan E07's cabin layout is relatively uncluttered, featuring a floating central touchscreen with adjustable tilt angles.

LED ambient lighting strips adorn the dashboard and lower console, complemented by an integrated fragrance system.

An AR-HUD head-up display interfaces with the central screen to facilitate information interaction.

The armrest area incorporates dual cup holders and a wireless charging pad.

Powertrain options for the 2024 model year include pure electric and range-extended variants.

The rear-wheel-drive single-motor pure electric version delivers 252 kW maximum power and 365 N·m peak torque. It employs a 70.54 kWh ternary lithium battery pack, achieving a CLTC pure electric range of 551 kilometres.

The dual-motor pure-electric variant delivers a combined maximum power of 440 kW and peak torque of 645 N·m. It is equipped with an 89.98 kWh ternary lithium battery pack, offering CLTC pure-electric ranges of either 651 km or 701 km.

The range-extended variant features a 1.5T range extender with a maximum power output of 110 kW.

The rear-wheel-drive single-motor range-extended variant delivers 231 kW maximum power and 375 N·m peak torque; the all-wheel-drive range-extended variant offers 362 kW combined maximum power and 637 N·m peak torque.

The range-extended variant utilises a 39.06 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery pack, with CLTC pure electric ranges of 230 km and 245 km.

The mid-to-large SUV segment where the Changan Qiyuan E07 competes is fiercely contested.

Its expandable boot design stands as one of its defining features.

Can the Changan Qiyuan E07 carve out a niche in the mid-to-large SUV market through its distinctive design and technological attributes? What are your thoughts on this vehicle?