Is the Changan X5 PLUS Worth Buying? 3 Things Owners Wish They Knew
Most surprises with the X5 Plus come from not reading the trim list. These three checks avoid them.
By EVtoU Export TeamPublished Updated 3 min read
Yes, the Changan X5 Plus is worth buying for most compact-SUV customers — provided the right trim is ordered. The three points below are the ones that most often decide whether a buyer is happy with the car, based on the manufacturer's published specifications.
1. Key features are trim-specific
Features shown in brochures are not on every trim. Full-speed adaptive cruise is only on the 2026 Excellence PRO and 2024 Smart Lead. The 360° camera starts at the Surpass or Excellence trims; lower trims have a rear camera, and the 2025 Surprise Edition has none. The 12.3-inch digital cluster is reserved for upper trims.
For importers, this means writing the exact trim on the proforma invoice, not just "X5 Plus 1.5T". Our trim guide lists what each version includes.
2. Engine and fuel choice matter
The 2026 car's 1.5T has 141 kW and 310 N·m; the 2024 and 2025 cars have 138 kW and 300 N·m from a variable-geometry-turbo engine. Both are specified for 92-octane (RON) petrol or higher. The 2026 MT Luxury is different again: a naturally aspirated 81 kW engine with a manual gearbox and a 14.2-second 0–100 km/h time — fine for taxis, slower than retail buyers may expect.
Check that the fuel grade your customers can buy meets the manufacturer's specification, and match the engine to the use: turbo DCT for retail, MT Luxury for cost-focused fleets.
3. It is a road SUV, not an off-roader
Every X5 Plus is front-wheel drive, with a 16° approach angle and 29° departure angle. It handles city streets, highways and gravel roads well, but it is not designed for serious off-road use. Buyers who need all-wheel drive or high ground clearance for rough terrain should consider a different vehicle — EVtoU can source other models too.
So, is the X5 Plus worth it?
For buyers who want a spacious, modern five-seat SUV for road use, yes. Choose the 2026 model for the newest engine, the 2025 model for proven value, and read the trim list before you order.
