Changan Karvaan is a mid-sized van manufactured by the Chinese state-owned automobile manufacturer Changan Auto. Changan Karvaan 1st Generation is a front-engine/ front-wheel drive subcompact van. It is available in Pakistan in two variants, Changan Karvaan Base Model 1.0 and Karvaan Plus.
Changan Karvaan 2023 Exterior
Changan Kaarvan 2023 has a sophisticated exterior with a boxy design and a slanting front. The front of the van sports a dual-wing chrome grille coupled with trapezium-styled headlights. Below the headlamps are high-density fog lamps with chrome lining. The rear of the van features side-swept rear LED tail lamps. The rear door slides open for easy entry and exit. Wide side mirrors make driving convenient.
Changan Karvaan 2023 Interior
The interior of the Changan Karvaan 2023 is spacious and comfortable. The space grey interior has a seating capacity of 6 passengers and the 3rd-row seats can be folded to increase boot space. The seats are wrapped in deluxe fabric and come with lumbar support.
The instrument cluster is monochromatic and has a driver’s seat belt reminder. The center fascia houses aux connectivity port and climate control knobs. Dual air conditioning provides ample cooling to 2nd and 3rd rows.
The van is comfortable for long rides. It also has the option of adding 2 more seats to increase seating capacity. Some safety features include an anti-lock braking system, immobilizer, power door locks, and child lock. Other standard features in the Karvaan 2023 include remote boot and fuel lid, steering adjustment, defogger, keyless entry, heater, and rear wiper.
Changan Karvaan Engine
The Changan Karvaan 2023 comes with a 999cc Euro IV Inline 4-cylinder engine which generates a maximum power of 68/6000 Hp/rpm at a maximum torque of 92/4800 Nm /rpm. The van has FWD 5-speed manual transmission.
Changan Karvaan Mileage
The Changan Karvaan 2023 has an impressive mileage of 10 km/l in the city and 12 km/l on the highway. The fuel tank capacity of the van is 40 liters which are more than its competitors.
Karvaan Ride & Handling
The Changan Karvaan 2023 comes with front Macpherson struts suspension but has a leaf suspension in the back which means it does not provide a better suspension than its competitors. Due to the power steering, the car gives a better performance than its competitors. It is also more stable than its competitors due to a larger wheelbase.
The overall ride is comfortable in the Karvaan and its performance is also satisfactory.
Karvaan Maintenance
The maintenance of Changan Karvaan 2023 is convenient and affordable. The van’s auto parts are easily available at auto stores and are quite affordable.
Changan Karvaan 2023 Specs
Engine:
- 999cc Euro IV Inline 4-cylinder engine
- Power - 68/6000 Hp/rpm Torque - 92/4800 Nm /rpm
Transmission:
- FWD 5-speed manual transmission
Karvaan Competitors
The Changan Karvaan 2023 competes with FAW X-PV, Suzuki Bolan
Suzuki Every, and Daihatsu Hijet in Pakistan.
Suzuki Bolan is a strong competitor for the Changan Karvaan as it has dominated the Pakistani van market for decades. Changan Karvaan beats the Bolan in every aspect, it is jam-packed with features and has a larger wheelbase.
The FAW X-PV is another strong competitor of the Karvaan as it is locally assembled and is convenient to maintain. But, Karvaan beats the X-PV as well due to its safety features and better stability.
On the downside, Suzuki Bolan and FAW X-PV both are cheaper in price than the Karvaan.