Changan might soon introduce an all-new, all-electric compact SUV, the AVATR 11, according to our sources and research.
What Is AVATR, First of All?
For many consumers, AVATR may be an unfamiliar name, and it was for us as well. After digging into the brand, we learned that AVATR is a premium, upper-segment sub-brand under Changan, created through a high-profile joint venture with Huawei and CATL, the world’s leading battery manufacturer. The brand’s focus is to bring something new and innovative to the market, features and technology that stand out from the rest.
The specific model in question, the AVATR 11, is the company’s first model, and it arrives with a standout specification: an estimated 116.79 kWh battery pack.
This is unusually large for a compact SUV and gives an impressive WLTP range of around 668 km. Based on this figure, a one-way trip between Lahore and Islamabad is easily achievable on a single charge.
In terms of performance, the base trim produces 317 hp and 396 Nm of torque, while the upper-spec dual-motor variant delivers 539 hp and 687 Nm of torque.
Huawei’s Tech in the Background
With Huawei as a core partner, the vehicle is deeply integrated with the tech giant’s ecosystem. It runs on HarmonyOS, Huawei’s proprietary operating system, and is built on the DriveONE iTRACK 800-volt EV platform, also developed by Huawei.
The AVATR 11 is equipped with Huawei’s Level 3 ADAS suite, featuring 12 laser radars, 5G connectivity, and a complete set of high-end features typically found in modern Chinese electric vehicles.
Packed with advanced software, long-range capability, and a feature set aimed at the upper tier of the EV segment, the AVATR 11 could become one of the most technologically ambitious Chinese electric SUVs to arrive in the market, if Changan decides to launch it locally.
What About Pricing?
As for pricing, there is no official update yet. However, we expect it to be positioned competitively within the upper price segment. It won’t be cheap, given its category, but it is likely to be far more competitive than its German and Japanese rivals, which has been the core strategy of Chinese automakers.
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