Changan unveils updated "Vast Ocean Plan 2.0" and highlights next-generation BlueCore Hybrid at Auto China 2026

Beijing – Changan today unveiled its updated Vast Ocean Plan 2.0 at Auto China 2026, marking a new phase in its global expansion strategy and reaffirming its long-term commitment to international markets. At the same event, Changan introduced BlueCore Hybrid versions of the fourth-generation Eado and CS75 PLUS, bringing its latest hybrid technology to two of its flagship models.

“Today, we are launching Vast Ocean Plan 2.0 with greater determination and a more open mindset,” said Zhao Fei, General Manager, Changan Automotive. ”We will
​continue to follow our core principles – long-term development, localisation, and systematisation – while evolving from an export-driven model to an integrated global operation spanning manufacturing, trade, investment, services, and sustainability.”

A Stronger Global Roadmap

In 2025, Changan recorded 637,000 overseas sales, up 18.9 per cent year-on-year. The company expanded into 21 new markets, launched 12 new models, and now operates across 118 countries and regions.

Vast Ocean Plan 2.0 represents a strategic shift from "going global" to "putting down roots locally" – and from export-led trade to more systematic global operations. Under the updated plan, objectives evolve from the original four ambitions to the Group's five doubling targets by 2030, supporting comprehensive growth in sales, profit, and brand value.

Updated Vast Ocean Plan: Seven Strategic Upgrades

Looking ahead to 2030, Changan is targeting 1.5 million overseas vehicle sales, with a stretch ambition of 1.8 million. Regionally, the Group aims to strengthen its competitiveness across key international markets – building leadership as a Chinese brand in Europe, reaching the top five among global brands in Eurasia, and achieving top-ten scale, with a top-five ambition, in Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Africa, and Central and South America.

To support these goals, Vast Ocean Plan 2.0 focuses on seven strategic upgrades:

Together, these upgrades are designed to strengthen long-term global capability, advance Changan's doubling targets, and deliver higher-quality mobility experiences and lasting value for customers worldwide.

Advancements in Hybrid Technology and Unmanned Logistics

Alongside the launch of Vast Ocean Plan 2.0, Changan showcased two technology pathways designed to address different real-world mobility needs – from next-generation hybrid efficiency for passenger vehicles to safer, scalable autonomy for commercial logistics.

At the show, Changan Kaicheng unveiled its Robovan unmanned logistics vehicle. Built on the SDA architecture and featuring multi-layer redundancy – including dual-redundant brake-by-wire – Robovan is engineered to support safer autonomous last-mile delivery in complex mixed-traffic environments. Designed for all-weather, long-duty-cycle operations, the vehicle has also entered a deep strategic cooperation with JD Logistics, with batch deliveries and scaled deployment already underway.

Alongside this commercial debut, Changan introduced BlueCore Hybrid versions of the fourth-generation EADO and CS75 PLUS. The launch follows the debut of BlueCore Hybrid technology on March 30, when Changan presented a hybrid solution developed in China for global customers.

BlueCore Hybrid is built on the iDE-H deep-electrification intelligent hybrid architecture and integrates three core powertrain components with an intelligent control system. It is engineered to balance fuel efficiency, dynamic performance, and cabin refinement.

Fuel efficiency: Powered by a dedicated 500-bar ultra-high-pressure direct-injection hybrid engine, a high-efficiency electric drive system, and AI-based cloud energy management, the powertrain enables intelligent energy optimisation for lower fuel consumption. The fourth-generation Eado BlueCore Hybrid has achieved a media-tested best of 1.6 L/100 km, a reported real-world user average of 3.87 L/100 km, and a full-tank range of up to 1,500 km.

Reliability: Supported by nearly 1,500 core patents, BlueCore Hybrid has completed 20,000 hours of bench testing and two million kilometres of road trials, including a 225 km/h high-speed tyre blowout test.

Positioned in the SUV segment, the fourth-generation CS75 PLUS BlueCore Hybrid prioritises energy efficiency and intelligent configuration. With fuel consumption in the 3 L/100 km range, it also features a segment-exclusive CDC continuously variable damping suspension designed to improve ride comfort and driving stability.

Avatr’s first "Vision Car", Vision Xpectra, made its Asian debut, embodying the brand's Emotive Luxury design philosophy and previewing a new design language. The new Avatr 12 and Avatr 06T also debuted at Auto China 2026, delivering comprehensive upgrades in performance, intelligence, handling, and safety.

Deepal showcased a standout lineup of six models, including the Deepal L06 Max, Deepal 560 Max, and Deepal 670 Max. The Deepal L06 REEV also made its debut, offering a smarter mobility experience for drivers around the world.

A New Chapter in Global Expansion

With the Vast Ocean Plan 2.0, Changan aims to scale its international presence while building long-term global capabilities across technology, products, brand strength, and operations. Through next-generation hybrid systems and globally oriented models, Changan will continue to bring automotive innovation to a wider audience and create lasting value for customers worldwide.

Combined WLTP values:

Changan Eedo BlueCore Hybrid, Changan CS75 PLUS BlueCore Hybrid, Deepal L06 Max, Deepal 560 Max, Deepal 670 Max and Deepal L06 REEV: These vehicles are not available for sale and is therefore not subject to Directive 1999/94 EC.

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