Drivers prioritizing performance
Strong fitWhy
- • Power: 55 kW–70 kW
- • Torque: 220 N·m–230 N·m
- • Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive
Published trim results: 9 suitable.
Changan Kaicheng
Zhi Xing 9EV
Changan Kaicheng Zhi Xing 9EV is a China-market battery electric 2–7 seats series with 9 visible trims.
China price
CN¥132,800 – CN¥168,900
- Body / energy / seats
- Battery electric · 2–7 seats
- Visible trims
- 9 trims
- Range
- 220 km CLTC / 245–260 km NEDC
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2 · Buyer fit
Who is the Zhi Xing 9EV best for?
Based on published scene outcomes and at least two supporting facts; untranslated reasons remain hidden.
Best suited to
Drivers without home charging
Strong fitWhy
- • CLTC range: 220 km CLTC
- • Battery: 35.9 kWh–38.64 kWh
Trim impact: Rated range differs by trim.
Published trim results: 9 suitable.
Best-matched trim: 2022 Changan Kaicheng Zhi Xing 9EV Electric Passenger Van 7-Seat 60kW →Urban commuters
Trim-dependentWhy
- • Length: 4,430 mm
- • Width: 1,655 mm
- • CLTC range: 220 km CLTC
Trim impact: The entry trim changes the purchase price.
Published trim results: 8 suitable, 1 conditional.
Best-matched trim: 2021 Changan Kaicheng Zhi Xing 9EV Electric Van 2-Seat 55kW →Consider carefully if
Frequent long-distance drivers
Trim-dependentWhy
- • CLTC range: 220 km CLTC
- • Battery: 35.9 kWh–38.64 kWh
- • Power: 55 kW–70 kW
Trim impact: Rated range differs by trim.
Published trim results: 8 suitable, 1 conditional.
Best-matched trim: 2022 Changan Kaicheng Zhi Xing 9EV Electric Passenger Van 7-Seat 60kW →Newer drivers
Trim-dependentWhy
- • Length: 4,430 mm
- • Width: 1,655 mm
- • Power: 55 kW–70 kW
Trim impact: The entry trim changes the purchase price.
Published trim results: 8 suitable, 1 conditional.
Best-matched trim: 2021 Changan Kaicheng Zhi Xing 9EV Electric Van 2-Seat 55kW →3 · Everyday experience
What is the Zhi Xing 9EV like to drive and use every day?
Only current English content and deterministic published facts are shown. Dimensions are not treated as proof of ride comfort.
Driving & performance
Performance changes meaningfully with trim choice.
Published power, acceleration and drivetrain show how performance changes across trims; they do not replace an untranslated road-test verdict.
Published evidence
- • Published power spans 55–70 kW across current trims.
- • Drivetrain choices: Rear-wheel drive.
- Front disc and rear drum brakes provide sufficient braking force; electric start is smooth and quick, making it ideal for city driving.
- Standard brake force distribution, enhancing stability
- Long-term use of rear drum brakes may lead to thermal decay
Cabin comfort
Core comfort equipment is consistent across the lineup.
This conclusion uses only direct seat, suspension and climate equipment. Body dimensions are not treated as proof of ride comfort.
Published evidence
- • Suspension — Standard across all trims.
- • Climate control — Standard across all trims.
- Leaf spring rear suspension, general comfort; ample headroom in the front seat area.
- Chassis support is sufficient during loading
- The empty vehicle bounces excessively, lacking comfort
Space & practicality
Paying more does not buy a larger body or longer wheelbase.
All current trims use the same key body dimensions, so trim choice changes equipment and performance rather than cabin size.
Published evidence
- • Seating capacity: 2–7 seats.
- • Body length: 4,430 mm, unchanged by trim.
- • Wheelbase: 2,800 mm, unchanged by trim.
- • Audio system — Standard across all trims.
- The CLTC 220km is sufficient for city use; the cargo space is large after the seats are folded down.
- Battery capacity 35.9kWh, economical energy consumption
- Significant range reduction at low temperatures
Smart tech & daily use
Smart and convenience features vary by trim.
Only formally defined connected, assistance, parking and display parameters are included.
- Monochrome screen, basic functions; only USB interface, convenient for phone connection.
- The monochrome screen reduces reflection, making it easy to read
- No touch screen and navigation, lacking entertainment features
4 · Trim decision
Which Zhi Xing 9EV should you choose?
Roles use published price, protocol-labelled range, power and acceleration only. They are not value rankings.
Entry choice
- Lowest published price
2021 Changan Kaicheng Zhi Xing 9EV Electric Van 2-Seat 55kW
CN¥132,800
245 km NEDC · 35.9 kWh · 55 kW · Rear-wheel drive
Compared with entry trim
- Entry-price reference trim
Good for
Budget-focused buyers
This is the lowest available published price in the visible lineup.
Range choice
- Longest NEDC range
2022 Changan Kaicheng Zhi Xing 9EV Electric Passenger Van 7-Seat 60kW
CN¥136,800
260 km NEDC · 38.64 kWh · 60 kW · Rear-wheel drive
Compared with entry trim
- +CN¥4,000
- +15 km NEDC
- +5 kW power
- +2.74 kWh battery
Good for
Drivers prioritizing rated range
This trim leads the visible trims that publish the same nedc range protocol.
Performance choice
- Highest published power
2021 Changan Kaicheng Zhi Xing 9EV Electric Cargo Van 5-Seat 70kW
CN¥136,800
260 km NEDC · 38.64 kWh · 70 kW · Rear-wheel drive
Compared with entry trim
- +CN¥4,000
- +15 km NEDC
- +15 kW power
- +2.74 kWh battery
Good for
Performance-focused buyers
Its published power and acceleration facts define the performance role.
Mid-price choice
- Middle published price point
2021 Changan Kaicheng Zhi Xing 9EV Electric Van 5-Seat 60kW
CN¥136,800
260 km NEDC · 38.64 kWh · 60 kW · Rear-wheel drive
Compared with entry trim
- +CN¥4,000
- +15 km NEDC
- +5 kW power
- +2.74 kWh battery
Good for
Buyers wanting a middle price point
This is the non-entry published price point closest to the lineup midpoint.
Starts with the first two featured trims; you can edit the comparison.
Reference data
Specs explained
High-value published parameters are shown only where the current visible trims provide them.
China list price
CN¥132,800–CN¥168,900
The published China list-price range shows the entry point and how far upper trims extend. This parameter changes with trim choice; compare the key trims before deciding.
CLTC range
220 km
A protocol-labelled laboratory rating for comparing trims; it is not a guaranteed real-world distance. Published for 1 current trims, so a full-line conclusion is hidden.
Battery capacity
35.9–38.64 kWh
Battery capacity helps explain range potential, weight and charging needs. This parameter changes with trim choice; compare the key trims before deciding.
Maximum power
55–70 kW
Published maximum power helps frame acceleration capability and overtaking reserve. This parameter changes with trim choice; compare the key trims before deciding.
Maximum torque
220–230 N·m
Torque is one input to initial response; calibration, gearing and traction also matter. This parameter changes with trim choice; compare the key trims before deciding.
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
Drivetrain changes traction and can separate entry and performance trims. The published value is the same across all current trims.
Seats
2–7
Seat count is a capacity fact, not proof of passenger comfort. This parameter changes with trim choice; compare the key trims before deciding.
Length
4,430 mm
Length affects road footprint and parking space; it does not directly prove cabin room. It is the same across all current trims, so paying more does not change this cabin-packaging dimension.
Width
1,655 mm
Width affects road and parking footprint and may support shoulder room, without proving it. It is the same across all current trims, so paying more does not change this cabin-packaging dimension.
Wheelbase
2,800 mm
Wheelbase is a packaging dimension and is not used alone as a ride-comfort conclusion. It is the same across all current trims, so paying more does not change this cabin-packaging dimension.