With a 500-bar hybrid engine, CS75 Plus HEV arrives in China to compensate for reduced state subsidies for plug-in models
Chinese manufacturer Changan has started pre-orders for the CS75 Plus HEV, marking the global debut of the iDE-H hybrid architecture. The launch comes at an important moment of transition in the Chinese market, where the gradual reduction of government subsidies for pure electric vehicles (EV) and plug-in hybrids (PHEV) has led automakers to seek greater efficiency in conventional hybrid engines, which do not require external recharging.
The great technological differential of the new CS75 is its direct fuel injection system, which operates at a pressure of 500 bar – an unprecedented mark in hybrid engines of large-scale production. This component allows for a more homogeneous and efficient burn, resulting in a compression ratio of 16:1 and a record thermal efficiency of 44.28% for the set.
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Under the hood, the CS75 Plus combines a 1.5 turbo engine with 150 hp and 25,5 kgfm with an electric motor with 245 hp and 33,6 kgfm. The power supply comes from a compact 1.7 kWh battery. According to official data, the SUV achieves an average consumption of 28.2 km/l in the urban cycle and 21.4 km/l in the combined route. Changan’s focus is to offer a competitive product to regions with still limited charging infrastructure.
Based on the fourth generation of the CS75 line, the SUV maintains its mid-size, with a length of 4.77 meters and a wheelbase of 2.80 meters. Inside, the highlight is the set of three integrated screens that dominate the dashboard, combined with a center console that preserves physical commands for essential functions. The model will be officially presented at the Beijing Auto Show 2026, on April 24th.
The technological offensive seeks to stop the loss of market share of the brand in China. In the first quarter of 2026, Changan recorded the sale of 138,401 units, which represents a 29% decrease compared to the same period of the previous year. The export of the new hybrid system to emerging markets is seen as a key piece for the company’s financial recovery.
