The Changan CS75 Pro has officially made landfall in Mzansi, with the local arm of the Chinese marque announcing what we can expect — including pricing and specs — of its family SUV.
The Changan CS75 Pro has touched town on South African shores, and with the four-strong model line-up priced from R429 900, the Chongqing automaker is looking to shake up the midsize SUV segment. So, speaking of pricing, let’s start there…
The CS75 Pro reinforces Changan’s role as a brand determined to transform perceptions of Chinese vehicles in South Africa
How much does the Changan CS75 Pro cost in South Africa?
Available in five- and seven-seater configurations, the Changan CS75 Pro is priced from R429 900 and R474 900 for the five-seater CS and CE derivatives, respectively. The CS- and CE-spec seven-seater variants are priced from R449 900 and R499 900, respectively. Included with the asking price are a five-year/90 000 km service plan and a warranty of the same duration and 150 000 km.
- Changan CS75 Pro 1.5T 5-seater CS – R429 900
- Changan CS75 Pro 1.5T 5-seater CE – R474 900
- Changan CS75 Pro 1.5T 7-seater CS – 449 900
- Changan CS75 Pro 1.5T 7-seater CE – R499 900
Employed across the range is a 1.5-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine, coupled with a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox. The “Blue Whale” powertrain produces 138 kW and 300 N.m of torque. The firm claims an average fuel consumption of 7.5 L/100 km.
Specified in CS trim grade, the CS75 Pro features such nice-to-haves as a 10.25-inch, touch-enabled infotainment display, a 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster, a rear-view camera system, and climate control. CE spec upgrades to a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display and 36-degree surround-view camera system. CE models also gain heated and ventilated electrically-adjustable front seats. A panoramic sunroof is included with CE trim.
Said the carmaker, “The launch of the CS75 Pro reinforces Changan’s role as a brand determined to transform perceptions of Chinese vehicles in South Africa. This SUV shows that innovation, style and safety don’t have to come at a premium price.”