It seems that the automotive industry of Pakistan is shaking things up slowly. First it was Indus Motor Company (IMC) with the promotional price drop of Corolla Cross, then Honda Atlas announced a special 7 upgrades package for Honda City 1.2L CVT and now Changan Pakistan has announced a new variant of its loader vehicle, M9 Sherpa. Here are details of the latest introduction by Master Changan Motors. New Variant of Changan M9 Sherpa According to details, the car assembler will hold a soft launch of the new M9 Sherpa, which will be called "Sherpa Power 1.2L," today. The name implies that the new entrant will have a 1200cc engine with 5-speed manual transmission, while it is important to mention that the current M9 has a 1000cc engine. The second change in the new variant is power steering, which is not offered in the current 1.0L M9 Sherpa.  Price  The company is launching the new vehicle with an introductory price of Rs. 2,254,000. Meanwhile, the current price of 1.0L M9 is Rs. 2,179,000. This means that customers can get a bigger engine and power steering at an additional Rs. 75,000. Changan M9 Specs & Features  The commercial loader was launched in Pakistan in 2018, and here are its salient specs and features: The overall length of the vehicle is 4560mm, with a width of 1645 mm and a height of 1890 mm, along with a wheelbase of 2900 mm. It has a 3-point safety belt and steering lock as safety features. The M9's tyre size is 175/70R, and the rim size is 14 inches. Meanwhile, the fuel tank capacity is 40 liters. The vehicle has Disc/Drum brakes at the front and rear, respectively, with a vacuum booster. Moreover, the front suspension is Macpherson independent, and the rear suspension is Leaf spring dependent. The cargo box length is 2750mm, while the width is 1520mm, and the height is 370mm. The main features of the M9 are a speaker, cupholder, driver and front passenger sunvisor, Radio/AUX/Clock, body-colored side-view mirrors, and optional fog lamps.

Master Changan Motors Limited (MCML) is unveiling Changan's intelligent "designed for electric" EV brand Deepal tomorrow, August 16, 2024, at Dolmen Mall Clifton, Karachi. The company will disclose its EV model lineup and its strategy to address key challenges restricting the mass adoption of EVs in Pakistan, including range anxiety, charging infrastructure, and nationwide aftersales support. The event will be live-streamed on Changan's official Facebook page at 11:00 AM. During the event, the company will display its Deepal's Sedan and SUV, which are joint developments of Changan, Huawei, and CATL. Both cars will be displayed for a first-hand customer experience and test drive from August 16 to 25 at Dolmen Mall. In a recent event, we brought a sneak peek of the interior of electric vehicles Deepal S07 and L07, flaunting a futuristic interior in conjunction with an exterior boasting modern style and designing. Deepal L07 Engine & Performance Power: 250HP/320Nm Battery power: 66.8 kWh Driving Range: 540 Km Charging: 30% to 80% in 35 minutes 0-100 km/h: 5.9 seconds Interior Starting with L07, the car’s interior competes with the likes of the existing SL03 sedan. Comparing both vehicles, L07 prioritizes intelligent features, while the SL03 emphasizes sporty performance. Both models will be available for purchase simultaneously. The noticeable features of the sedan are: 6-inch infotainment screen Augmented reality head-up display Additional LCD instrument panel Three-spoke steering rail Dual wireless mobile phone charging pad Pair of drink holders Deepal S07 Engine & Performance Power: 250HP/320Nm Battery power: 66.8 kWh Driving Range: 485 Km Charging: 30% to 80% in 35 minutes 0-100 km/h: 6.7 seconds Interior Initially, S07’s interior was revealed in spy shot with no ample details. Whereas, official images have disclosed all the features offered in the car. It boasts two tone cabin exhibiting dark and light grey color scheme. Moreover, other features include: Two wireless phone charging pads Pair of cup holders D-shaped three spoke steering wheel No conventional instrument cluster – head-up display Button instead of door handles Air vents in second row Two USB ports Centre Headrest What do you think about the launch and interior of these cars? Tell us in the comments section.  

It's the third time in less than a month that the new Chinese car makers are in the headlines and creating a buzz among enthusiasts. Isn't it Surprising? No doubt it is. Well, here is a series of updates featuring the launch of Changan Alsvin black edition, bringing home the facelift of Oshan X7 with minor changes in interior and exterior, and then comes Deepal cars. Earlier this May, we informed you that Master Changan Motors Limited ( MCML) is gearing to bring the premium electric cars Deepal S07 and L07. Later, the duo was spotted here, and again maintaining our legacy, we shared the exclusive images. Moreover, the anticipated price and launch date was also among the updates. However, the car maker's final step turned heads and stole the hearts. The company has unveiled S07 and L07 in a private event in the Islamabad. This can be taken as the pre-launch activity. [gallery bgs_gallery_type="slider" ids="194311,194309,194305,194307,194303,194301,194289,194291,194293,194295,194297,194299,194287,194285,194283"] Deepal Cars: L07 & S07 The L07, a mid-sized sedan with dimensions of 4820mm (length) x 1890mm (width) x 1480mm (height) and a 2900 mm wheelbase, falls within the same size category as the Hyundai Sonata. It has stylish R19 alloy wheels and a ground clearance of 150mm. On the other hand, the Deepal S07 SUV offers a slightly different stance. Measuring 4750mm (length) x 1930mm (width) x 1625mm (height) with a 2900 mm wheelbase, similar in size to SantaFe and Fortuner, wider than both but shorter in height with sportier stance on the road. The S07 features 20" large wheels and a slightly higher ground clearance of 165mm. Price & Launch Date Master Changan Motors has yet to confirm a release date or pricing details. However, reports suggest a potential launch by the end of this year, with an expected price point slightly under Rs. 2 Crore. If these cars come in this price bracket, it will attract the Fortuner & old E-tron customers, as per the company sources. As the company mentioned that a 5-year-old Audi E-tron with a 250km range is available for around Rs. 2.25 crore and brand-new Fortuner around Rs. 2 Crore.

On July 16th, Master Changan Motors introduced the Changan Oshan X7's facelift and a new variant. The latest facelift features are all the same for the three variants, two old and one new add-on.  What Covers the Facelift? The facelift only covers some exterior and interior features, including new colors, minor design changes, interior colors, and rim upgrades. It doesn’t cover any performance or engine upgrades;  the same 1.5L Turbocharged engine and the same 7-speed wet DCT transmission. We’ll cover the detailed 1-1 comparison later in the article. Launch of New Variant  Master Chnagan Motors has also added a new variant to the lineup, “7-seater FutureSense.” Previously, there were two variants: 7-seater Comfort and 5-seater FutureSense. The new variant add-on is a 7-seater FutureSense. We don’t know why Changan was selling a 7-seater as the base variant and a 5-seater as the top variant before, but now you also have the option to buy a 7-seater in the top variant. Pricing and Discount Unlike the Big 3, who add 1-2 million to the price even for minor changes like interior color in a facelift, Changan has shown a good gesture by offering discounts, even when it would have been a great time to increase the price due to the facelift. Here are the pricing details and discounts: 7 Seat Comfort: Ex Dealership Price: 8,299,000 Introductory Price: 8,099,000 Discount: 200,000 5 Seat FutureSense: Ex Dealership Price: 8,949,000 Introductory Price: 8,749,000 Discount: 200,000 7 Seat FutureSense [NEW VARIANT]: Ex Dealership Price: 9,099,000 Introductory Price: 8,899,000 Discount: 200,000 1-1 Comparison of New Facelift vs. Old One:   Interior Old Model New Facelift Interior material Ivory White Faux Leather New Terracotta Interior Speed-o-meter 7-inch Digital Speedometer 10-Inch Cluster Meter Infotainment 7 inch LCD 7-inch LCD Android Auto & Car Play Support Voice Command No voice command Voice Command Feature Human Machine Interface Conventional HMI Updated HMI Assist Grips No Passenger Assist Grip Passenger Assist Grip Addon 360-Degree Cameras No 360-Degree Camera 360-Degree Camera Addon Steering Buttons Tactile Steering Buttons Soft Touch Steering Buttons