2027 Changan Nevo and Avatr Launch: New EV and Range-Extender Brands Confirmed for Australia

Changan Automobile will launch its Nevo and Avatr brands in Australia starting in 2027, targeting the mainstream and luxury segments with a combination of battery-electric and range-extender plug-in hybrid (EREV) vehicles.

Andrew Haurissa, Head of Brand and Marketing at Changan Group Australia, confirmed the dual-brand strategy will incorporate internal combustion hybrid technologies to capitalize on shifting market demands. "We do have PHEV/EREV options that we are considering for entry into Australia sooner rather than later," Haurissa stated.

The Mainstream Contender: Nevo Q05

The Nevo brand is positioned as the "upper mainstream" tier within the Changan portfolio and will introduce affordable models to rival the BYD Atto 3 Evo, Geely EX5, and MG S5.

The Nevo Q05 small SUV is expected to spearhead the local rollout. Overseas specifications detail a front-wheel-drive electric variant equipped with a 51.9kWh lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery and a 120kW/190Nm electric motor. A range-extender plug-in hybrid version of the Q05 is also available globally, and Changan Australia has expressed interest in securing it for local showrooms.

The slightly larger Nevo Q06 mid-size electric SUV is expected to follow the Q05 in Australia, while a next-generation utility vehicle may eventually arrive to compete with the BYD Shark 6 and Ford Ranger PHEV.

Estimated Pricing: The Nevo Q05 EV is expected to start between $30,000 and $40,000 before on-road costs when it arrives in Australia.

The Premium Tier: Avatr 07L, 06T, and T09

Operating above Nevo and Deepal, the Avatr luxury brand will debut locally with the 07L electric SUV in the first half of 2027. This will be followed in the second half of the year by the 06T electric wagon, and the T09 range-extender upper-large SUV in 2028.

While the Avatr 07L and 06T were initially confirmed for Australia as EV-only propositions, Changan is currently evaluating the introduction of their EREV counterparts.

Powertrain Specifications

The push to introduce 'Super Hybrid' range-extender technology aligns with surging local demand. These EREV systems differ from conventional PHEVs by utilizing the combustion engine strictly as a generator to recharge the battery, rather than driving the wheels directly. Supported by larger battery packs, these vehicles often quote electric-only ranges between 150km and 300km, with total combined ranges exceeding 1,000km.

Australian PHEV and EREV sales recorded a 122.7 per cent year-on-year increase in September 2026, elevating their year-to-date market share to 8.9 per cent.