The 2026 Avatr 07 is the refreshed flagship coupe-SUV from the joint venture between Changan, Huawei and CATL — three of China's heaviest hitters in software, electric drivetrains and battery tech. For the new model year the lineup expands to six configurations across pure-electric (BEV) and range-extender (EREV) powertrains, with Huawei's Qiankun ADS 4 driver-assistance suite now standard on every trim. The EREV variant headlines the range with a CLTC combined range of up to 1,200 km, while the BEV version delivers 650 km on a single charge from CATL's new Shenxing 4C battery. Pricing officially starts at RMB 219,900 (roughly $31,910), running up to RMB 279,900 (about $39,350) for the Ultra dual-motor flagship — and a launch promo trims the entry sticker to RMB 209,900. Avatr is positioning the 07 squarely against premium electric and range-extender SUVs from Li Auto, AITO and ZEEKR, betting that Huawei's tech stack and Changan's manufacturing scale will outweigh its less-established badge.
Performance & Specs
The Avatr 07 splits into two very different cars depending on which powertrain you tick. The BEV opens with a 343 hp single rear motor producing 365 Nm, good for a 6.3-second 0-100 km/h sprint, and tops out with a 598 hp dual-motor AWD setup that drops the same benchmark to a sharp 3.9 seconds. EREV variants pair a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol generator (115 kW peak output) with either a 231 kW (310 hp) rear motor for RWD or an additional 131 kW front motor that pushes total system output to roughly 492 hp in the dual-motor AWD configuration. AWD EREV models hit 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds; the RWD does it in 6.6. Top speed is electronically limited to 200 km/h across the range, and Avatr fits an air suspension on higher trims to balance the 2.2-tonne curb weight.
| POWERTRAIN TYPE | BEV or EREV (1.5T range extender) |
|---|---|
| HORSEPOWER | 343 hp (BEV RWD) / 598 hp (BEV AWD) / up to 492 hp (EREV AWD) |
| TORQUE | 365 Nm (BEV RWD) / 645 Nm (BEV AWD) / 629 Nm (EREV AWD) |
| ACCELERATION 0-100 | 3.9 s (BEV AWD) / 6.3 s (BEV RWD) / 4.9 s (EREV AWD) |
| TOP SPEED | 200 km/h |
| DRIVETRAIN | RWD or AWD |
| BATTERY | 82.16 kWh LFP (BEV) / 39.05 kWh or 52.01 kWh (EREV) |
| ELECTRIC RANGE | up to 650 km (BEV CLTC) / up to 333 km (EREV CLTC) |
| COMBINED RANGE | 1,200 km (EREV CLTC) |
Dimensions & Practicality
| Length | 4,820 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,980 mm |
| Height | 1,600 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,940 mm |
| Ground clearance | 144 mm |
At 4.82 m long with a 2.94 m wheelbase, the Avatr 07 sits in the same footprint class as a Tesla Model Y or BMW iX3, but its 1.98 m width and coupe-style fastback give it a wider, planted stance. The cabin is configured strictly as a five-seater, with second-row passengers getting their own air vents, cup holders and a centre armrest with USB-C ports. Cargo capacity is a useful 500 L behind the rear bench; folding the 60/40 split seats opens up 1,300 L of usable space. A 90-litre frunk under the front clamshell hood handles the charging cables or carry-on luggage — useful on EREV variants too, where it isn't blocked by the engine.
| LENGTH | 4,820 mm |
|---|---|
| WIDTH | 1,980 mm |
| HEIGHT | 1,600 mm |
| WHEELBASE | 2,940 mm |
| GROUND CLEARANCE | 144 mm |
| CARGO VOLUME | 500 L (1,300 L seats folded) |
| FRUNK | 90 L |
| SEATING | 5 |
Charging & Battery
The Avatr 07 BEV is one of the few sub-$35k SUVs running a genuine 800-volt electrical architecture. Paired with CATL's Shenxing 4C battery, peak DC charging hits 420 kW, taking the pack from 0 to 80 percent in around 20 minutes — fast enough to add usable highway range in a coffee break. AC charging maxes out at 11 kW, with a full top-up from a domestic wallbox taking about 14 hours. EREV models add a smaller 39.05 or 52.01 kWh battery; the long-range EREV pack supports 5C supercharging and recovers from 30 to 80 percent in under 10 minutes when conditions are right. The 52 kWh CATL Freevoy hybrid battery is a new addition for the 2026 refresh and is built specifically for range-extender duty cycles, where deeper discharge curves and frequent partial cycles wear down conventional traction packs.
| BATTERY | 82.16 kWh LFP (BEV) / 39.05 or 52.01 kWh (EREV) |
|---|---|
| ARCHITECTURE | 800V |
| AC CHARGING | 11 kW |
| DC FAST CHARGING | up to 420 kW (4C BEV) / 5C peak (EREV long-range) |
| DC 10-80% TIME | ~20 min (BEV) / <10 min 30-80% (EREV LR) |
Design & Interior
Avatr's signature look — full-width LED light bar at the rear, frameless illuminated badge, flush door handles on the top trim — carries through largely unchanged for 2026, but the front fascia is sharpened with new C-shaped daytime running lights and a tighter lower air intake. Standard wheels are 21-inch diamond-cut alloys wrapped in 265/45 R21 rubber. Inside, the dashboard is dominated by a 35.4-inch wraparound display strip that pairs the driver's instrument cluster with a passenger-side entertainment screen, plus a separate central touchscreen running HarmonyOS. The steering wheel is leather-wrapped with metallic-finish spoke trim and houses ADS 4 controls. Materials include perforated nappa leather on Ultra trims, blue ambient lighting threaded through the door panels and dashboard, and a panoramic glass roof with electric sunshade. Front passenger seats add heating, ventilation and massage on higher trims; the driver gets a 16-way power adjuster.
Technology & Features
The infotainment runs on Huawei's HarmonyOS 4 cockpit, the same software family found on AITO and Luxeed models, with built-in app store, native voice assistant and seamless smartphone hand-off for Huawei devices. A 23-speaker Meridian audio system is standard from mid-trim up, alongside dual wireless phone chargers, an in-armrest refrigerator, and an electric front-door mechanism on the Ultra trim. Ambient lighting offers 256 colours and reacts to driving mode and music. The rear bench gets two USB-C ports, a fold-down armrest with cup holders and an optional rear entertainment screen.
Safety & ADAS
Every 2026 Avatr 07 ships with Huawei Qiankun ADS 4 — Huawei's most advanced consumer driving stack, which extends end-to-end neural-network driving from the highway into urban environments without HD maps. The hardware suite includes a 192-beam LiDAR (Ultra trim only), 3 millimeter-wave 4D radars, 11 cameras and 12 ultrasonic sensors. Active safety features cover AEB with VRU detection, lane keeping, blind-spot monitoring and a 360° camera with transparent-chassis underbody view.
| ADAS LEVEL | L2++ (Huawei Qiankun ADS 4) |
|---|---|
| ADAS HARDWARE | 192-beam LiDAR (Ultra), 3× 4D mmWave radars, 11 cameras, 12 ultrasonic sensors |
| ADAS FEATURES | Highway NOA, urban NOA, AEB, ACC, LKA, BSM, 360° camera, auto parking |
Available Versions
| VERSION | POWER | BATTERY | EV RANGE | COMBINED RANGE | PRICE | KEY DIFFERENCES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EREV Elite RWD | 310 hp | 39.05 kWh | 195 km | 1,200 km | ~$31,910 | Entry EREV, ADS 4 standard |
| EREV Ultra RWD | 310 hp | 52.01 kWh | 333 km | 1,200 km | ~$36,500 | Long-range CATL Freevoy battery, 5C charging |
| EREV Ultra AWD | 492 hp | 52.01 kWh | 333 km | 1,200 km | ~$39,350 | Dual-motor, 4.9 s 0-100, air suspension |
| BEV Pro RWD | 343 hp | 82.16 kWh | 650 km | — | ~$33,500 | 4C fast-charge, 800V |
| BEV Ultra AWD | 598 hp | 82.16 kWh | 610 km | — | ~$39,350 | 3.9 s 0-100, 192-beam LiDAR, electric doors |
Pricing & Availability
Deliveries of the 2026 Avatr 07 began in October 2025 in mainland China. Official pricing spans RMB 219,900 to 279,900 (~$31,910 to $39,350), with a launch promotion that brings the entry sticker down to RMB 209,900 (~$30,460). Avatr is selling through a mix of company-owned showrooms and Huawei's growing retail network, including the partner-store program that already moves AITO and Luxeed models. International expansion is targeted for 2026 in selected European, Middle East and Southeast Asian markets, though precise regional pricing has not been confirmed.
How It Compares
Against the AITO M7, the Avatr 07 trades a slightly shorter combined range for a more aggressive coupe profile and the option of a true 800V BEV variant — something the M7 doesn't offer. The Li Auto L6 has a longer EREV range and a more family-friendly cabin, but its driver-assist stack is lagging Huawei's ADS 4 in real-world city deployment. The ZEEKR 7X is the closest BEV-only rival on price and platform, but it lacks the EREV option that lets the 07 effectively double its useful daily range. Buyers cross-shopping these will likely come down to the badge value and ADS 4 confidence — and on both counts, Avatr's Huawei ties give it a clear pitch.
- Huawei Qiankun ADS 4 standard across the entire range
- True 800V BEV with 4C fast charging at $33k starting
- 1,200 km combined range on EREV trims kills road-trip anxiety
- Premium cabin tech: 35.4-inch panoramic display, HarmonyOS, Meridian audio
- Brand recognition outside China is thin compared to Li Auto or AITO
- Five-seat-only layout limits family appeal; no six-seater MPV-style option
- 144 mm ground clearance is on the low side for soft-roading
The 2026 Avatr 07 is what happens when Changan's manufacturing scale, CATL's batteries and Huawei's software all land in the same chassis. The result is a strikingly priced premium SUV that finally puts ADS 4 within reach of buyers who previously had to step up to a $50k AITO M9 or Luxeed S7 to get it. The 1,200 km EREV variant is the smart pick for most Chinese buyers; the 800V BEV is the play for anyone with reliable fast-charging at home. If Avatr can sustain delivery quality and broaden its retail footprint, the 07 has the makings of a quiet best-seller in the $30-40k segment.
