Changan's global debut at Paris
Changan held a global press conference at the 91st Paris Motor Show on October 12, 2026, in Paris, France, presenting a global product lineup under the theme 'Firmly Rooted, Growing Together.' The company has operated in Europe for 25 years as one of the first Chinese brands to establish design and research operations there.
Zhao Fei, general manager of China Changan Automobile Group, said at the conference that Europe is the birthplace of the automobile and that Changan was bringing CHANGAN NEVO to focus on mainstream family users. Former Portuguese footballer Luís Figo attended as Changan product experience ambassador and test-drove products at the event.
CHANGAN NEVO debuts in Europe
Changan launched CHANGAN NEVO in Europe with three models: the CHANGAN NEVO Q05, Q06 and A06. The Q05 is the first product CHANGAN NEVO has introduced for the global market and will officially go on sale in Europe in early 2027.
CHANGAN NEVO has provided mobility services to 1 million families over three years. The Q05 has ranked first in China's compact SUV sales for six consecutive months this year.
Deepal and AVATR models on display
Deepal displayed two plug-in hybrid models for the European market: the Deepal S07 PHEV and the right-hand-drive Deepal S05 PHEV.
The Changan CS55PLUS Blue Core Super Hybrid HEV made its first European appearance.
The AVATR T09 concept SUV, the first model in AVATR's high-end flagship series, received its global premiere at the show.