Changan CS55

Changan CS55
Changan CS55 Plus II
Overview
ManufacturerChangan Automobile
Production2017–present
AssemblyChina: Chongqing
Iran: Kashan (Saipa)
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV (C)
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive

The Changan CS55 is a compact crossover 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, and the second generation Changan CS55 Plus was introduced in March 2021 and was Called Changan UNI-S in the Middle East.

First generation

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Changan CS55
Changan CS55 Plus (2019 facelift)
Overview
ManufacturerChangan Automobile
Production2017–present
Model years2017–present
AssemblyChina: Chongqing
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV (C)
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
RelatedChangan CS75
Powertrain
Engine1.5 L JL476ZQCD I4 (turbo petrol)
Transmission6-speed manual
6-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,650 mm (104.3 in)[1]
Length4,500 mm (177.2 in)
Width1,855 mm (73.0 in)
Height1,690 mm (66.5 in)

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.[4]

The suspension features struts at the front, a multi-link axle at the rear, and anti-roll bars front and rear. It is equipped with electric power steering and the brakes are vented discs at the front and solid at the rear. A subframe carries the powertrain and front suspension.[5]

The styling was developed by Changan's Turin design studio. However, the CUV was controversial styling wise as the CS55 was criticized for resembling the Land Rover Discovery Sport.[6]

  • Launch of the Changan CS55 during the 2017 Shanghai Auto Show.
    Launch of the Changan CS55 during the 2017 Shanghai Auto Show.
  • Changan CS55 pre-facelift (front)
    Changan CS55 pre-facelift (front)
  • Changan CS55 pre-facelift (rear)
    Changan CS55 pre-facelift (rear)

2018 facelift

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A facelift was launched in 2018 changing mainly the front bumper and grilles. 55 Changan CS55 were used to break Guinness World Records of Largest parade of autonomous cars.[7]

  • Changan CS55 facelift front during the 2018 Pudong Auto Show.
    Changan CS55 facelift front during the 2018 Pudong Auto Show.
  • Changan CS55 facelift rear during the 2018 Pudong Auto Show
    Changan CS55 facelift rear during the 2018 Pudong Auto Show

Changan CS55 Plus

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Another facelift was launched in 2019 dubbed the Changan CS55 Plus, featuring completely restyled front and rear designs including a restyled front grille similar to the Changan CS75 Plus and connected tail lamps.[8] The CS55 Plus is powered by a 1.5 liter turbo inline-4 engine producing 180Ps (132 kW) and 300N.m, mated to a 7-speed DCT.[9]

  • Changan CS55 facelift front
    Changan CS55 facelift front
  • Changan CS55 2019 facelift rear
    Changan CS55 2019 facelift rear

CS55 EV

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On 15 July 2020, Changan brought a full electric version to market. The model is based on the petrol-powered CS55 Plus and was originally called the CS55 E-Rock before changing to CS55 EV prior to market launch. It has an output of 160 kW and a torque of 300 Nm. In terms of battery capacity, there is a choice between a version with 52.7 kWh and 84.2 kWh, which should enable a range of 403 and 605 km according to NEDC. In fast charging mode, the charging time from 30 to 80% will be 35 minutes.[10]

  • Changan CS55 EV
    Changan CS55 EV

Second generation (Changan CS55 Plus II)

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Changan CS55 Plus II
Overview
ManufacturerChangan Automobile
Also called
Production2021–present
Model years2021–present
Assembly
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV (C)
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
Powertrain
Engine1.5 L JL473ZQ7 I4 (turbo petrol)
Transmission7-speed DCT
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,656 mm (104.6 in)
Length
  • 4,515 mm (177.8 in) (Pre-facelift)
  • 4,539 mm (178.7 in) (facelift)
Width1,865 mm (73.4 in)
Height1,680 mm (66.1 in)
Curb weight1,460 kg (3,219 lb)

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 (188 PS; 185 hp) at 5,500 rpm with 300 N⋅m (221 lbf⋅ft) of torque between 1,600 and 4,100 rpm, the engine is mated to a wet style 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.[12]

  • Rear view
    Rear view

Changan Nevo Q05

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The Changan Nevo Q05 (Chinese: 长安启源Q05) is a range extended hybrid electric crossover SUV based on the second 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.[13]

  • Changan Nevo Q05 (front)
    Changan Nevo Q05 (front)
  • Changan Nevo Q05 (rear)
    Changan Nevo Q05 (rear)

References

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  1. ^ Wang, Joey (31 March 2017). "Spy Shots: The Changan CS55 SUV Is Ready For China". CarNewsChina.com.
  2. ^ Ning, W. E. (11 January 2017). "This Is The New Changan CS55 SUV For China". CarNewsChina.com.
  3. ^ Feijter, Tycho de (6 December 2016). "Spy Shots: Changan CS55 SUV Testing In China". CarNewsChina.com.
  4. ^ Wang, Joey (27 July 2017). "Changan CS55 SUV Hits The Chinese Car Market". CarNewsChina.com.
  5. ^ Rendell, Julian. "Changan Auto CS55 review". autocar.co.uk.
  6. ^ Feijter, Tycho de (25 April 2017). "Changan CS55 SUV Hits The Shanghai Auto Show In China". CarNewsChina.com.
  7. ^ campromania (14 February 2019). "Perarakan kereta pandu sendiri terbesar di China catat Rekod Dunia Guinness". funtasticko.net. Retrieved 15 February 2019.
  8. ^ "新款长安CS55实车曝光". chejiahao.autohome.com (in Chinese (China)). Retrieved 29 September 2019.
  9. ^ "2021 Changan CS55 Plus BlueWhale Edition ($17,000)". wautom.com. Retrieved 24 November 2020.
  10. ^ "Changan CS55 EV Launched with ultra-long-range of 605km". chinapev.com. 16 July 2017.
  11. ^ "增程混动SUV 长安启源Q05申报图曝光".
  12. ^ "未来有惊喜 全新长安CS55PLUS内饰谍照".
  13. ^ "增程混动SUV 长安启源Q05申报图曝光".
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