Changan X5 Explained

Changan X5
Manufacturer:Changan Automobile
Aka:Changan X5 Plus
Volga K30 (Russia)
Production:2020–2024 (is Oshan X5)
2024–present (is Changan X5)
2020–present (export)
Model Years:2021–present
Class:Compact crossover SUV
Body Style:5-door SUV
Layout:Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Platform:Changan MPA platform
Engine:1.5 L turbo I4 (petrol)
Transmission:7-speed DCT
Wheelbase:27101NaN1
Length:44901NaN1
Width:18601NaN1
Height:15801NaN1[1]

The Changan X5, or previously known as Oshan X5, is a 5-seater compact crossover produced by Changan Automobile under the Oshan brand (known as Oushan in some markets[2]). The vehicle was renamed as Changan X5 after the Oshan brand was discontinued in 2024.

Overview

The X5 debuted on the 2020 July Chengdu Motor Show and was launched on the Chinese auto market in November 2020 with prices ranging from 69,900 yuan to 102,900 yuan.[3]

The Oshan X5 was branded under ushan, Changan's affordable premium brand, a sub-brand that focuses on building passenger vehicles which was separated from the Oushang brand and also referred to as Oushan. Oushan/Oshan was known for producing compact MPVs and crossovers, with the COS1° being the first product of the brand.[4]

The Oshan X5 is based on the Changan MPA platform, and it is powered by the 1.5-liter Blue Whale NE turbo engine producing 180 hp and 221 lb-ft (300 Nm) of torque mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.[5]

Oshan X5 Plus

The Oshan X5 Plus is a facelift variant of the Oshan X5, and was launched in November 2022. The powertrain features the Blue Core 1.5 liter turbo engine with a maximum power output of 188 hp (136 kW) and a peak torque of 300 Nm. The gearbox of the Oshan X5 Plus is a 7-speed automatic transission. Acceleration from 0 – 100 km/h could be completed within 7.51 seconds, according to Changan.[6]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: 【长安欧尚X5参数配置表】_长安欧尚_长安欧尚X5配置_价格单_汽车之家.
  2. Web site: China Auto Web.
  3. Web site: The new Chinese SUV Oshan X5 looks European. September 20, 2020. autotimesnews.com.
  4. Web site: Changan Oshan X5 Sets its Global Debut on Chongqing Auto Show with a Breakthrough design. June 13, 2020. chinapev.com.
  5. Web site: This SUV Is Called The Oshan X5 – And Has Nothing To Do With Germany. carscoops.com. 19 September 2020.
  6. Web site: This SUV Is Called The Oshan X5 – And Has Nothing To Do With Germany. carnewschina.com. 20 November 2022.