2027 Avatr 07L Electric SUV Confirmed for Australia: New Chinese Luxury Brand to Challenge Tesla, Zeekr, and German Rivals

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Oct 03, 2026

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Crucially for local operations, Avatr will be managed directly by a newly established Changan Group factory distributor, operating separately from Changan's Deepal brand, which remains imported by third-party distributor Inchcape.

Changan Group has officially confirmed the launch of its standalone luxury electric brand, Avatr, in Australia, spearheaded by the 2027 Avatr 07L electric SUV. Customer pre-orders are scheduled to open before the end of 2026, with the first local deliveries anticipated in the first half of 2027.

Avatr enters an increasingly crowded Australian automotive landscape, pushing the total number of new vehicle marques beyond 65. Positioned to take on premium electric models from Tesla, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, and Lexus—alongside Chinese luxury challengers Zeekr and Denza—Avatr represents a higher-tier venture backed by automotive giant Changan (40.99% stake), battery manufacturer CATL (14.1% stake), and technology partner Huawei.

Powertrain Architecture and Real-World Range Logic

The Avatr 07L is built on an advanced 800-volt high-voltage electrical architecture and utilizes an 89.33kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery pack supplied by CATL.

In China, the SUV is offered in two core electric mechanical configurations:

Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD): Driven by a single 305kW/435Nm electric motor, achieving 0–100km/h in 5.9 seconds with a laboratory-tested CLTC range of 725km.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD): Uses a tri-motor setup—combining a 210kW/246Nm motor at the front axle with dual 251kW/375Nm rear motors—to unleash a massive 712kW of system power and 996Nm of torque. This variant completes the 0–100km/h sprint in 3.7 seconds (matching performance benchmarks like the Tesla Model Y Performance and Zeekr 7X Performance) while quoting 650km of CLTC range.

High-intent Australian buyers should note that quoted CLTC figures are measured on China's notably optimistic laboratory cycle. On local roads and under tougher real-world testing conditions, realistic driving range is expected to be roughly 15 to 20 per cent lower. Official Australian ADR/WLTP energy consumption and range ratings will be finalized closer to launch.

Technical Specifications: Avatr 07L

Specification	Avatr 07L RWD (Overseas Data)	Avatr 07L AWD (Overseas Data)
Drivetrain	Single electric motor (RWD)	Tri-motor electric setup (AWD)
Combined Power Output	305kW	712kW
Combined Torque Output	435Nm	996Nm
0–100 km/h (Claimed)	5.9 seconds	3.7 seconds
Battery Capacity & Type	89.33kWh CATL LFP battery	89.33kWh CATL LFP battery
Electrical Architecture	800-volt	800-volt
Claimed Range (CLTC)	725km	650km
Suspension	Double-wishbone front / Multi-link rear	Double-wishbone front / Multi-link rear
Brakes	Ventilated discs	Brembo performance front calipers
Length x Width x Height	4,910mm x 1,980mm x 1,650mm	4,910mm x 1,980mm x 1,650mm
Wheelbase	2,990mm	2,990mm
Seating Configuration	5 seats	5 seats

Dimensions and Local Equipment Adaptation

Measuring 4,910mm in length with a 2,990mm wheelbase, the Avatr 07L enters the large SUV segment with a physical footprint similar to a Lexus RX or Hyundai Santa Fe, but adopts a strictly five-seat cabin layout to optimize second-row legroom and cargo capacity.

To align with local market conditions, Australian-delivered models will see key revisions to in-car entertainment and infotainment systems:

Meridian Audio Integration: Domestic Chinese models feature premium Huawei audio hardware; however, Australian vehicles will replace these with bespoke Meridian sound systems—a setup familiar to local buyers of Land Rover, Kia EV6, and Kia EV9 models.
Localised Avatr OS: Digital services will run on an adapted "Avatr OS" interface, specifically tailored to integrate local Australian navigation and connected digital services.

Avatr 07L Standard Equipment Highlights:

20-inch or 21-inch alloy wheels
Continuous Damping Control (CDC) adaptive suspension
Laminated acoustic glass for all windows
Panoramic fixed glass roof
15.6-inch central infotainment touchscreen and full-width 35.4-inch panoramic driver display running along the base of the windscreen
Power-adjustable, heated, ventilated, and massaging front seats
Meridian premium sound system (replaces Chinese-market 16-speaker Huawei unit)
Comprehensive active safety hardware: Nine airbags, autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, and a 360-degree camera array

Avatr 07L Flagship / AWD Additions (Overseas Specification):

'Magic Carpet' adaptive air suspension
Brembo high-performance front brake calipers
Dual digital side mirrors with interior 6.4-inch display screens
Climate-controlled centre console (heating and cooling functions)
Roof-mounted LiDAR scanner paired with three radars, 11 HD cameras, and 12 ultrasonic sensors for advanced semi-autonomous driving capability

2027 Avatr 07L Pricing Guide

Changan Group Australia has not yet released official dollar pricing or final variant designations for the 07L range. Pricing, full local equipment breakdowns, and warranty information will be confirmed ahead of the pre-order window opening in late 2026.