Changan Oushan X5 PLUS

The Changan Oushan X5 PLUS is a stepped-up offering from the Changan Oushan brand in the compact SUV segment. It is designed to comprehensively elevate and expand the Oushan X5 model line-up through a more potent powertrain, a more advanced smart cockpit, and a sportier exterior and interior design. Serving as a key pillar in Oushan's "youth-oriented" brand strategy, the X5 PLUS further sharpens its competitive edge in the RM100,000 price bracket.

Model Overview

The Oushan X5 PLUS continues to sit firmly in the compact SUV category, primarily aimed at offering young urban families a "high-value SUV" proposition that blends sporty driving dynamics with a tech-laden cabin experience. 

Market Highlights: Compact SUV, Blue Whale Powertrain, Wraparound Triple-Screen Setup, High-Intelligence Cockpit, Sporty Aesthetics.

Design & Dimensions: Measuring 4,540 mm long, 1,860 mm wide, and 1,620 mm tall with a 2,715 mm wheelbase, the vehicle adopts an aggressive, athletic styling language. Sharp character lines pair with an active air intake grille to deliver a futuristic edge. Inside, the standout highlight is the wraparound triple-screen layout, which elevates the interactive, high-tech ambience of the driver-centric cockpit.

Core Selling Proposition: The vehicle's key strength lies in the seamless fusion of its "Blue Whale 1.5T turbocharged powertrain and cutting-edge intelligent experience". Compared to the standard Oushan X5, the PLUS variant benefits from comprehensive hardware revisions across engine output, transmission calibration logic, and infotainment processing power, delivering a distinctly more engaging and refined sporty driving feel. 

Development History 

Official Launch (2022): The Changan Oushan X5 PLUS officially went on sale on 9 December 2022. Representing a pivotal push towards the mid-to-high compact SUV market, it came standard with the segment-leading high-performance Blue Whale powertrain, with a keen focus on enhancing human-machine interface (HMI) features tailored for younger drivers.

Continuous Evolution (2023–2024): Through regular model-year updates and facelifts (including the 2023 revision), the Oushan X5 PLUS progressively broadened its equipment list by introducing advanced driver assistance features such as Auto Parking Assist (APA) alongside enhanced seat comfort, preserving its competitive edge within the RM90,000 to RM110,000 price band.

Market Standing (2026): As of 2026, the Oushan X5 PLUS remains an established, steady core model within Changan Oushan's internal combustion engine (ICE) SUV line-up. As the brand accelerates its transition towards new energy vehicles (NEVs), the X5 PLUS has pivoted to dominate the high-value petrol SUV space, leveraging its proven mechanical underpinnings and sound retail strategy to cater to value-driven buyers.

Market Performance

Competitive Landscape: In the compact SUV arena, the Oushan X5 PLUS rivals segment contenders such as the Haval Jolion and Geely Boyue. Thanks to its visually striking triple-screen cockpit and robust Blue Whale engine performance, it commands a strong conversion rate among tech-savvy buyers seeking solid value for money. 

Owner Feedback: Owners widely praise its "effortless low-end power delivery and overtaking confidence", "stunning triple-display clarity", and "class-leading noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) insulation". While some early feedback highlighted slight low-speed hesitancy from the dual-clutch transmission, Oushan has since resolved this with subsequent firmware-over-the-air (FOTA) recalibrations, significantly smoothing out low-speed driveability.

Core Technologies

Blue Whale Next-Gen NE 1.5T Direct-Injection Turbo Engine: Pumping out 138 kW and 300 Nm of torque, this engine incorporates a Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT) to broaden low-end torque availability. It is paired with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission (DCT) for swift, seamless, and fuel-efficient gear shifts.

Intelligent Digital Cockpit: Powered by high-spec automotive-grade chips, the proprietary OnStyle smart operating system links the three displays simultaneously, supporting mic-free in-car karaoke, gesture controls, and full-scenario voice commands for an immersive digital cabin experience. 

Chassis & Ride Dynamics: Featuring front MacPherson struts and an upgraded multi-link independent rear suspension setup (a notable upgrade over the standard X5's rear torsion beam), the chassis delivers superior ride compliance for rear occupants alongside higher dynamic limits when cornering. 

Active Safety Suite: Equipped with a 360-degree panoramic camera with transparent chassis view, Lane Departure Warning (LDW), and an array of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), ensuring all-round protection for daily commutes and highway cruising.

Future Plans

As of 2026, future strategic plans for the Oushan X5 PLUS encompass the following: 

Ecosystem & Lifecycle Support: Ongoing over-the-air (OTA) software updates will continue to refine infotainment response times and roll out new digital features, effectively extending the vehicle's tech longevity.

Robust Aftersales & Network Support: Leveraging Changan's nationwide service network to guarantee prompt aftersales care and spare parts availability, thus protecting the model's residual value and customer satisfaction in the petrol segment. 

Engineering Heritage Transfer: The chassis calibration data, aerodynamic profiling, and powertrain expertise honed on the Oushan X5 PLUS serve as foundational building blocks for Changan's next-generation "Smart Electric" electrified SUV line-up.