On June 26, 2025, Changan Kaicheng’s new electric light bus, V919, officially ushered in the global launch. This one is based on nativeNew energyThe model created by the digital intelligence architecture K01 injects strong electrification power into the commercial vehicle market with a price range of 89,900 to 225,900 yuan, as well as a product matrix covering multiple scenarios.
The new car has launched a total of 8 models, covering three series: business class, express class and Honor Edition. Among them, the business class series focuses on high-end travel scenarios, with the commercial version of the smart (88kWh) priced at 218,900 yuan, the business travel version of the elite version (88kWh) of 189,900 yuan, and the operating version of the luxury version (88kWh) of 225,900 yuan, which meets the needs of business reception with luxury configurations. The express cabin series focuses on logistics and transportation, with long-axis high-roof intelligent (88kWh) 157,900 yuan, long-axis high-roof elite (88kWh) 149,900 yuan, and short-axis high-roof standard type (53kWh) 119,900 yuan, improving logistics efficiency with large space and strong carrying capacity. The Honor Edition focuses on cost performance, with short-axis low-top elite 6-seater (41kWh) and 2-seater (41kWh) priced at 91,900 yuan and 89,900 yuan respectively, providing an economical choice for small and micro enterprises and individual users.
In terms of car purchase rights, business class and express class users can enjoy a lifetime warranty (worth 30,000 yuan) of the first owner’s three-electric system, a financial discount of up to 5,000 yuan, a replacement subsidy of 5,000 yuan and an additional purchase subsidy of 3,000 yuan. Honor Edition users can also receive a financial discount of up to 3,000 yuan and a replacement subsidy of 3,000 yuan, further reducing the cost of car purchase.
In terms of appearance, Changan Kaicheng V919 adopts a new closed grille design, with through-type daytime running lights and LED headlights, which not only highlights the sense of technology of new energy models, but also improves the field of view while reducing wind resistance. The through-type heat dissipation opening design of the front surround, as well as the circular fog light clusters on both sides, and the trapezoidal ventilation openings under the license plate frame area add a bit of design while being practical. In terms of body size, the length of the car is 5.5 meters, the cargo compartment is more than 3.3 meters, and the height is 1.75 meters, with a cabin ratio of 61.51%, creating a large space of 10.3 cubic meters. The 1.74 meters of cargo box width, 1.05 meters of middle door opening, 270° tailgate opening, and the low-floor design of 547mm minimum height of the middle door and 586mm minimum height of the tailgate allow forklift pallets to go straight in and out, greatly facilitating the loading and unloading of goods.
In the interior part, the Changan Kaicheng V919 is equipped with a through-type full LCD screen, with a three-spoke multi-function steering wheel, creating a cockpit full of technology. The combination of 540-degree panoramic image (including 360-degree panoramic dash cam) and 3 reversing radars supports automatic emergency braking, departure warning, blind spot monitoring and other functions, effectively improving driving safety. The cabin video can be transmitted to the central control screen or the bound owner’s mobile phone in real time, the load monitoring system can clearly display the overload status indication, the driver fatigue monitoring reminder and the real-time tracking function of the vehicle driving status, and it is also an escort for long-distance transportation.
In terms of power, the new car is equipped with a rear single motor with a maximum power of 110 kW and a maximum torque of 260 Nm, with strong power output. The battery pack uses lithium iron phosphate batteries, and the CLTC has a pure electric range of up to 470 kilometers, which is enough to handle multiple transportation tasks within the city. In terms of charging efficiency, it only takes 30 minutes to charge from 30% to 80%, and the ultra-low power consumption of 16.5kWh further reduces operating costs. In addition, the new car also provides 3.3kW power supply in the cabin and 6.6kW external discharge functions outside the car, expanding the application of the vehicle in outdoor operations, emergency power supply and other scenarios.
Changan Kaicheng has a clear strategic plan, planning to sell more than 500,000 units by 2030, of which new energy accounts for more than 70%, overseas sales account for nearly 50%, and revenue exceeds 40 billion yuan. The commercial vehicle sales target is 660,000 units in 2025 and 1 million units in 2030, and is committed to becoming one of the top light commercial vehicle brands in China and one of the top five in the world, and striving to build a world-class automobile group with global competitiveness.
The launch of Changan Kaicheng V919 not only meets the needs of users for efficient, energy-saving and intelligent logistics and transportation, but also leads the development trend of the commercial vehicle industry to electrification and intelligence with innovative technologies and concepts. At a time when the new energy commercial vehicle market is developing rapidly, this model is expected to occupy a place in the market with its comprehensive product strength and create more value for users.
