Changan Alsvin (2025) Price & Specs

The Changan Alsvin will soon join South Africa’s budget sedan segment (e-hailing drivers, rejoice!). Here’s a look at pricing and specs for this new-to-SA saloon…

Changan to enter SA’s budget sedan segment with Alsvin
2 variants to be offered at launch, priced from R238 000
5-speed manual and 5-speed dual-clutch ‘box available

Chinese brand Changan Automobiles is poised to relaunch in South Africa, offering not only the CS75 Pro SUV, fully electric Deepal S07 and Hunter bakkie but also a budget sedan in the form of the Changan Alsvin.

At launch in Mzansi, the 3rd-generation Alsvin range comprises a pair of derivatives. Measuring 4 390 mm from front to back (with a wheelbase of 2 535 mm), Changan’s budget sedan is 395 mm longer than the Suzuki Dzire but 100 mm shorter than the Suzuki Ciaz.

So, what does it cost? Well, the local line-up kicks off with the Changan Alsvin 1.4 CS 5MT, priced from R238 000. That effectively makes it South Africa’s 3rd most affordable sedan, behind the Proton Saga (currently available from R209 900) and the aforementioned Dzire (from R224 900).

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The Alsvin 1.4 CS 5MT employs a naturally aspirated 1.4-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine sending 74 kW and 135 Nm to the front axle via a 5-speed manual gearbox. The fuel consumption is a claimed 5.8 L/100 km.

Meanwhile, the Changan Alsvin 1.5 CE 5DCT is priced from R271 200. Interestingly, this derivative switches to a likewise-atmospheric 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder petrol mill that delivers 78 kW and 145 Nm to the front wheels through a 5-speed dual-clutch transmission. The Chinese firm claims a fuel economy of 6.9 L/100 km for this powertrain.

According to Changan’s local brochure for the Alsvin, the manual-equipped variant ships standard with items like 15-inch alloy wheels, manual air conditioning, leather-and-cloth upholstery, a 7.0-inch touchscreen and a 4-speaker sound system.

Listed safety features include ABS, dual front airbags, rear parking sensors and a reverse-view camera, though the brochure makes no mention of stability control. Meanwhile, the auto-equipped derivative gains tyre-pressure monitoring, a start-stop system, automatic headlamps, a sunroof and cruise control.

The 3rd-gen Alsvin – which has been in production since around 2018 – has a listed luggage capacity of 390 litres. In South Africa, 3 exterior paint colours will be available: Stellar White, Lunar Silver and Galaxy Black.

What does the Changan Alsvin cost in South Africa?

DERIVATIVE	PRICE
Changan Alsvin 1.4 CS 5MT	R238 000
Changan Alsvin 1.5 CE 5DCT	R271 200

According to Changan’s local website, the prices above include a 5-year/150 000 km warranty. It’s not yet clear whether a service plan is included.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What are the South African pricing and variants for the Changan Alsvin?

A: The Alsvin will be available in two variants at launch with the following pricing:

Changan Alsvin 1.4 CS 5MT: R238 000
Changan Alsvin 1.5 CE 5DCT: R271 200

The prices include a 5-year/150 000 km warranty.

Q: What are the engine and transmission specifications for the two derivatives?

A: The entry-level 1.4 CS 5MT features a naturally aspirated 1.4-litre petrol engine (74 kW and 135 Nm) paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox. The 1.5 CE 5DCT features a 1.5-litre petrol engine (78 kW and 145 Nm) with a 5-speed dual-clutch transmission.

Q: What is the luggage capacity and what are the available exterior colours for the Changan Alsvin?

A: The 3rd-generation Alsvin has a listed luggage capacity of 390 litres. In South Africa, three exterior paint colours will be available: Stellar White, Lunar Silver, and Galaxy Black.