Changan Nevo A05

The Changan Nevo A05 comes with a minimalist cabin layout, which looks and feels premium for its price. It offers an impressive blend of soft-touch materials and hard plastics. Upfront, you are greeted by a 13.2-inch touchscreen infotainment display that has wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth connectivity, and USB. This infotainment display is linked to a 6-speaker sound system. The majority of the controls of the car’s interior features are already integrated into the infotainment display, which might be a bit of an issue or an inconvenience for drivers and passengers accustomed to physical controls and knobs.

Aside from these, drivers are treated to a premium-looking cockpit, which has a performance-oriented feel. This cockpit comes with a 10.25-inch full TFT instrument cluster and a leather multifunction steering wheel with a unique sporty shape. Additionally, you also get USB ports and a 12V power socket.

In terms of practicality, you have more than enough room to comfortably accommodate four passengers. However, inserting a third person in the second row might be a bit of a struggle due to this car’s limited rear headroom and a middle tunnel. But, on the plus side, you get a pretty generous cargo space at the back.

In terms of dimensions, the Changan Nevo A05 measures 4,770 mm in length, 1,840 mm in width, and 1,460 mm in height. This plug-in hybrid sedan also has a 2,765-mm wheelbase. 

The Changan Nevo A05’s design strikes a balance between boldness and elegance. It features a hypermodern facade that resembles a Transformer or a high-tech robot. It has an assertive flare courtesy of its sharp LED automatic headlights with LED DRLs. 

On the sides, it has a classy-looking fastback silhouette, accentuated by a chrome window trim and sporty 17-inch alloy wheels. For a more premium touch, its side mirrors have integrated turn signals. 

Aside from these, its confident, hypermodern personality carries over to its rear. It features sharp angular LED taillights and a high-mounted brake light for better visibility on the road, especially at night. A pair of faux exhaust tips also add a hint of sportiness to its overall appearance.

In terms of suspension, the Changan Nevo A05 comes with a MacPherson independent-type at the front, while a Torsion Beam independent-type at the rear. Its suspension setup is on the firmer side of things, but not to the point where it disrupts the driver’s overall experience. It offers decent absorption of small to moderately-sized bumps and other road imperfections. It also handles quite well for its price point. It might not have the most responsive steering out there, but it can still deliver a supple and very enjoyable cruising experience for everyone on board.

The Changan Nevo A05 is powered by a hybrid powertrain that combines a 1.5L petrol engine with an electric motor powered by an 18.4 kWh battery pack, which delivers a 130-km NEDC EV range. This powertrain produces 212 hp and 330 Nm of torque. It offers a comprehensive range of up to 1,250 km. This sedan runs on Changan’s dedicated hybrid transmission system and utilizes a front-wheel drivetrain. Additionally, it is equipped with four drive modes: EV, HEV, REEV, and iEM.

This sedan is impressively quick off the line. On the highway, it can overtake slower vehicles with ease and precision, yet remains quiet and refined inside. In the city, it offers an outstanding fuel economy even when driving in mixed conditions. Ultimately, the Nevo A05 is very usable and reliable both inside and outside the city. 

Safety is not an issue for the Changan Nevo A05. It comes with a suite of driving assistance features, which includes a 540-degree virtual view camera with 360-degree recording, integrated adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, front collision warning, traffic jam assist, and autonomous emergency braking. 

It comes with front ventilated disc brakes and rear solid disc brakes. Its braking setup is also supported by an anti-lock braking system, electronic brakeforce distribution, electronic stability program, traction control system, hill hold control, as well as a brake assist.

The Changan Nevo A05 is arguably a game-changer in its segment. It offers class-leading comprehensive range and efficiency as well as an impressive set of advanced safety features for its competitive price point. That said, it deserves more attention from the local consumers.