Changan CS75 Plus vs X5 Plus: Which SUV Should You Import?

The Changan CS75 Plus and the Changan X5 Plus are both five-seat, front-wheel-drive petrol SUVs using the same 1.5-litre turbocharged engine family, but they belong to different size classes. The CS75 Plus is a 4,710 mm C-segment SUV with a 620-litre boot and an Aisin 8-speed automatic; the X5 Plus is a 4,540 mm B-segment SUV with a 584-litre boot and a 7-speed dual-clutch. For Algeria and Côte d’Ivoire, the CS75 Plus is the family and inter-city car, while the X5 Plus is the city car and the lower-cost way into a five-seat Changan SUV.

The cars share an engine, a badge and a buyer profile, which is why dealers mix them up: what matters is the gearbox, the boot, the weight and which CS75 Plus generation is on the offer sheet.

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Quick answers:

• Which is bigger? The CS75 Plus: 4,710 mm long against 4,540 mm, and 120 mm taller. The X5 Plus has the slightly longer wheelbase, 2,715 mm against 2,710 mm.
• Do they use the same engine? Yes, a 1.5T with 141 kW and 310 Nm in 2026 form. The CS75 Plus pairs it with an 8AT; the X5 Plus with a 7-speed wet DCT.
• Which is quicker? The X5 Plus, because it is about 205 kg lighter. The CS75 Plus is the more relaxed cruiser.
• Which suits Algeria and Côte d’Ivoire? The CS75 Plus for families, long inter-city trips and luggage; the X5 Plus for city use and price-sensitive buyers.

What is the difference between the Changan CS75 Plus and the Changan X5 Plus?

The CS75 Plus is the larger, heavier car with a torque-converter automatic; the X5 Plus is the smaller, lighter car with a dual-clutch. Both are five-seat petrol SUVs with front-wheel drive in the versions most exporters offer, and both are sold under the Changan main brand.

The table uses the 4,710 mm body most export quotations describe; the newer 4,770 mm fourth-generation car is covered below and should not be quoted interchangeably.

How much bigger is the CS75 Plus than the X5 Plus?

The CS75 Plus is 170 mm longer, 120 mm taller and 205 kg heavier than the X5 Plus, and its boot is 36 litres larger with the seats up. Most of the extra length goes into the rear overhang and the load area, not the wheelbase: the X5 Plus actually measures 2,715 mm between the axles against 2,710 mm for the CS75 Plus.

That has a practical consequence: rear knee room is close, so do not sell the CS75 Plus on rear legroom. It earns its money with the taller cabin, easier entry, a 620-litre boot against 584, and 1,450 litres folded against 1,318.

The X5 Plus is easier in a dense city: 170 mm shorter, 205 kg lighter, lower to the ground, and easier on brakes, tyres and the gearbox in stop-go traffic.

Ground clearance is where the sheets get thin: the CS75 Plus lists 19°/24° approach and departure angles, while the X5 Plus publishes no minimum clearance figure. Neither car is a four-wheel-drive off-roader, so ask for the source document behind any clearance claim.

Do the CS75 Plus and X5 Plus use the same engine and gearbox?

Both use Changan’s 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder in the same 141 kW / 310 Nm tune, but the CS75 Plus drives through an Aisin 8-speed torque-converter automatic and the X5 Plus through a 7-speed wet dual-clutch. Earlier 2025 builds of either car are often quoted at 138 kW / 300 Nm, so a 3 kW gap between two offer sheets is usually a model-year difference, not a different engine.

The gearbox is the real decision. A torque-converter automatic copes with creeping and sustained heat with less fuss, which matters in hot markets. A wet dual-clutch shifts faster but has its own oil and filter interval and can feel less smooth at walking pace. Ask which gearbox, and the oil service interval in kilometres.

Performance follows the weight: the X5 Plus reaches 100 km/h in about 7.5 seconds and 205 km/h, against 8.4 seconds and 190 km/h for the CS75 Plus. Fuel use is close (6.45–6.95 L/100 km WLTC against 6.96), so the X5 Plus’s weight advantage is largely cancelled by gearing and its smaller tank. The CS75 Plus carries 58 litres against 51, about 100 km more range at its WLTC figure.

China-market sheets specify 92 RON petrol for both. Export builds can be calibrated differently, so confirm the fuel grade and any ECU changes for your market with the exporter before the cars ship.

Which CS75 Plus is the quote for: the 4,710 mm car or the 4,770 mm one?

Changan sells two CS75 Plus bodies at the same time. The 4,710 mm third-generation car is the one most export quotes describe; the 4,770 mm fourth-generation car is larger, has a 2,800 mm wheelbase, a 725-litre boot and an optional 2.0T with on-demand all-wheel drive. They are different vehicles, not trims of one car. Both bodies have been offered with a 2.0T in export markets, but only the newer one pairs it with all-wheel drive.

The fourth-generation car measures 4,770 × 1,910 × 1,705 mm, uses the same 1.5T or a 2.0T rated at roughly 171–180 kW and 390–400 Nm, both with the 8AT. It adds a 37-inch triple screen and, in 2.0T form, a BorgWarner on-demand coupling for all-wheel drive; the boot is 725 litres, or 1,620 folded.

Tell them apart by length and wheelbase: 4,710 / 2,710 mm is the older body (some export sheets say 4,700 mm), 4,770 / 2,800 mm the new one, and a 2.0T with all-wheel drive is always the fourth generation. Ask the supplier to state generation, model year and VIN prefix in writing — the two carry different parts and have different resale expectations.

Quotes from several exporters rarely agree on which body is on offer — read how GCC-spec and China-spec cars diverge before accepting a spec sheet.

Is the Changan X5 Plus the same car as the Oshan X5 Plus?

Yes. The X5 Plus was sold under Changan’s Oshan sub-brand and moved to the main Changan brand in 2024; export listings still use both names. The car itself — 4,540 mm body, 2,715 mm wheelbase, 1.5T and 7-speed DCT — is the same.

That matters for parts and paperwork: a catalogue may say Oshan X5 Plus while the invoice says Changan. Put the VIN on every document and treat the brand name as a label, not an identifier. The same drift affects other Chinese brands — see China names versus export names and the Jetour range.

Which one is the better family car in Algeria and Côte d’Ivoire?

The CS75 Plus is the better family car; the X5 Plus is the better city car. The CS75 Plus gives five adults more usable height, a larger boot, a bigger fuel tank and the more forgiving gearbox for heat and traffic. The X5 Plus gives a lower purchase position, easier parking and lower running loads.

Algeria’s long inter-city runs, often with a full load, favour the CS75 Plus: 58 litres of fuel, 620 litres of boot and a torque-converter automatic that tolerates a jam in August. Abidjan traffic and shorter trips favour the X5 Plus, which is 170 mm shorter, 205 kg lighter and at its best once moving.

Neither is four-wheel drive in the versions most importers stock, so do not sell either as a bush vehicle. The fourth-generation CS75 Plus 2.0T is the Changan AWD option, at a higher price tier; buyers who need a genuine off-roader belong in another class, such as the 212 T01 and Jetour T2.

Tyres are worth a line in the quote: both run 225-section rubber on 18-inch wheels, with 19-inch on higher CS75 Plus trims. That size is common in North and West African tyre shops, but confirm the spare is a full-size wheel or a repair kit.

Can you buy either model through an official channel in Algeria?

Algeria imports new cars through licensed dealers, and Changan has an accredited importer there with a national dealer network. Both the CS75 Plus and the X5 Plus also appear in offers from private import specialists. The two routes are not the same product.

Emin Auto has been Changan’s distribution partner in Algeria and has publicly described a network of 48 showrooms across 35 wilayas, with original spare parts and technician training. Licensed importers also list 2026 CS75 Plus and X5 Plus stock on order, typically quoted before customs clearance.

The test is not the badge on the showroom but who honours the warranty and recall campaign. An official-channel car brings the importer’s warranty, service schedule and software support; a parallel import may bring none of it. Ask for the warranty document and the name of the workshop that will perform repairs.

Customs and engine-size bands are set by the finance law and change between years: ask the licensed importer for the rate on the exact version and model year, not the model name. We do not quote Algerian retail prices, and neither should your offer sheet until the duty position is clear.

Can you buy either model in Côte d’Ivoire?

Not through the official Changan Côte d’Ivoire model list as of 15 November 2026. The distributor’s public lineup shows the UNI-T, UNI-V, UNI-K, UNI-S, CS15 and CS35 Plus, but not the CS75 Plus or the X5 Plus. That does not mean the cars are absent from the country; it means the official channel is not advertising them.

Changan’s West African distribution moved under Yango Motors after a Dubai partnership signed in November 2025; the distributor runs Abidjan showrooms at Biétry and Vallon. A CS75 Plus or X5 Plus bought there today is likely a parallel import, so confirm in writing the warranty provider, the parts source, and whether the manual and infotainment are in French.

If the official channel does not list the model, do not promise official after-sales support. Quote it as a parallel import and price the risk accordingly.

Which Changan SUV should a dealer stock?

The CS75 Plus is the safer stock car for family buyers and for resale; the X5 Plus is the volume play for price-sensitive customers who still want a five-seat SUV. The CS75 name has been exported since 2019 and is recognised in the Gulf, North Africa and West Africa; the X5 Plus is newer and its Oshan history confuses paperwork.

A practical mix for a small dealer: lead with the CS75 Plus 1.5T 8AT, which covers families, airport transfers and light business use, and keep one or two X5 Plus units for buyers who compare on delivered cost and size. The X5 Plus is easier to sell to a first-time SUV buyer moving up from a sedan.

What should you check before ordering either car?

Get the generation, model year, gearbox and emission standard in writing, then verify the car physically or by video before paying the balance. The model name alone does not identify the car.

The checklist we use:

• Generation and model year. CS75 Plus: 4,710 mm or 4,770 mm. X5 Plus: second generation (2026) or the earlier 188 hp car.
• Gearbox. Aisin 8AT on the CS75 Plus, 7-speed wet DCT on the X5 Plus. Ask for the gearbox oil service interval.
• Emission standard. Confirm what your destination requires and what the certificate of conformity states — not a verbal “Euro 6”.
• Documents. The full set is in our export documents checklist; the invoice, bill of lading and certificate of conformity must all carry the same VIN.
• Inspection. Use a physical inspection in Guangzhou or a recorded video inspection before the balance payment — see how to inspect cars in Guangzhou and remote inspection before paying.
• Incoterms. Compare offers on the same basis. FOB, CFR and CIF are not interchangeable, and the difference is larger on a 1.5-tonne SUV than on a sedan.
• Freight. RoRo and container quotes differ by route and schedule; the trade-offs are here, and Nansha terminal is the usual RoRo departure point for West Africa.
• Zero-km status. If the car is sold as a zero-km used vehicle rather than a new one, the 180-day rule and the after-sales confirmation document apply — see the zero-km export rule.

If you are still narrowing the segment, these comparisons may help: BYD Atto 2 versions, Yuan Up versus Yuan Plus, Deepal S05 versus Sealion 06 EV, and for a larger petrol SUV, the Geely Xingyue L Plus. For the Algerian and Ivorian market specifically, our Jetour X70 Plus guide covers the same buying logic from another brand.

FAQ

How many seats does the Changan CS75 Plus have?

Five. The CS75 Plus is a two-row SUV in every version we have seen. Buyers who need seven seats should look at the CS75 Pro, which Algerian importers list as a seven-seat model; it is a different car, not a CS75 Plus trim.

How many seats does the Changan X5 Plus have?

Five. It is a two-row B-segment SUV with a 584-litre boot.

Is the Changan CS75 Plus four-wheel drive?

The 4,710 mm third-generation car is front-wheel drive. The 4,770 mm fourth-generation CS75 Plus offers a 2.0T with on-demand all-wheel drive in some markets. Confirm the generation before you advertise AWD.

Do the CS75 Plus and X5 Plus share parts?

They share the 1.5T engine family, but the bodies, gearboxes and much of the suspension are different. Do not order body panels or a gearbox service kit for one and expect it to fit the other.

Which has the bigger boot?

The CS75 Plus: 620 litres against 584 litres with the rear seats up, and 1,450 against 1,318 litres folded.

Which is cheaper to run?

The X5 Plus uses slightly less fuel in WLTC terms (6.45–6.95 L/100 km against 6.96) and is 205 kg lighter, so tyres and brakes should last longer. The CS75 Plus has the larger tank, so it stops less often on a long run.

Are either of these cars sold officially in Côte d’Ivoire?

Not on the official Changan Côte d’Ivoire model list as of November 2026. Confirm the channel, warranty and parts source before quoting either model there.

Can I import either car to Algeria as an individual?

New-car imports to Algeria go through licensed dealers. An individual buyer normally works with a licensed importer or buys from one; confirm the current rules with the importer before paying a deposit.

Sources: CS75 Plus 4,710 mm dimensions, 2,710 mm wheelbase, 620–1,450 L boot, 58 L tank, 1,575 kg, 190 km/h and 6.96 L/100 km WLTC from Changan’s Chinese configuration sheet as summarised by Autohome, 58che and Yiche (retrieved November 2026) and cross-checked against an Algerian importer’s 2026 CS75 Plus listing (Yazid China). The 190 mm ground clearance quoted by that importer is not on the Chinese sheet and is not used here; the 19°/24° approach and departure angles come from the Chinese sheet only. 1.5T output of 141 kW / 310 Nm and the Aisin 8AT are consistent across the Chinese sheet and the export listings; earlier 2025 export builds are quoted at 138 kW / 300 Nm by Changan’s export pages. The third-generation car’s 2.0T export version (233 hp / 390 Nm, front-wheel drive, 58 L tank, 225/55 R19) is from BitAuto’s UAE configuration page for the 2025 CS75 Plus 2.0T Sport, which lists 4,700 mm; the 10 mm difference from the Chinese sheet is trim-dependent. Fourth-generation figures (4,770 × 1,910 × 1,705 mm, 2,800 mm wheelbase, 725 L boot, 2.0T 171–180 kW / 390–400 Nm, on-demand AWD) come from Changan’s Chinese launch material as reported by Autohome and BitAuto, plus the Changan Iraq 2026 specification page for the 2.0T 8AT 4WD export version. X5 Plus figures (4,540 × 1,860 × 1,590 mm, 2,715 mm wheelbase, 141 kW / 310 Nm, 7-speed DCT, 584–1,318 L, 51 L, 1,370 kg, 225/55 R18) from the BitAuto configuration pages for the 2026 and 2025 models and the Yiche and 58che Chinese configuration sheets; the 2025 car is quoted at 138 kW / 300 Nm. The X5 Plus minimum ground clearance is not published on the Chinese configuration sheets, so no figure is given. X5 Plus/Oshan X5 Plus naming from Changan’s 2024 rebrand as reported by BitAuto and Autohome. Algeria: the licensed-dealer import rule is the framework described in Algeria’s 2023–2026 vehicle import regulations; Changan’s accreditation and Emin Auto’s 48-showroom, 35-wilaya network are from L’Expression’s report on Changan’s Algerian introduction and ActuCars DZ’s accreditation report (single source for the showroom count). Côte d’Ivoire: the official model list was read on changanauto.ci on 15 November 2026; the Yango Motors distribution partnership (signed Dubai, 10 November 2025) and the Biétry and Vallon showroom addresses are from La Tribune Afrique and the distributor’s own site. The seven-seat CS75 Pro is from an Algerian importer listing and is not confirmed by a Changan specification sheet. Fuel grade (92 RON) is from the Chinese configuration sheets and may differ in export calibration. All figures are for China-market or export versions as stated; verify against the certificate of conformity for the exact VIN. Photo: JustAnotherCarDesigner / Wikimedia Commons, CC0.