Changan Auto Reports Strong April 2026 Sales — Overseas Deliveries Surge 69.9%

Changan Automobile, one of China's major automotive groups, has released its sales report for April 2026. The company maintained solid growth momentum, delivering a total of 209,500 vehicles globally, representing a 1.7% increase year-on-year.

Driven by its "Vast Ocean" global strategy, the overseas market stood out as the strongest performer in April.

Globalisation and New Energy Transformation Bearing Fruit

According to official data:

• Overseas Deliveries: Changan exported 72,700 units in April, marking a significant 69.9% year-on-year surge.
• New Energy Vehicles (NEV): Cumulative NEV deliveries for the first four months reached 94,200 units, up 32.2% compared to the same period last year.

For Malaysian consumers closely following Changan and its premium sub-brand Deepal, this strong overseas performance signals the group's growing maturity in right-hand-drive (RHD) markets and international supply chains.

Delivery Breakdown by Brand

Changan's various sub-brands delivered steady performances in April, achieving a well-balanced development between ICE and NEV models.

Editor's View

Changan Automobile has demonstrated impressive resilience and growth potential, particularly with its near 70% surge in overseas sales.

With Deepal already achieving encouraging results in neighbouring Thailand, and persistent rumours of Changan establishing a local subsidiary and facilities in Malaysia, April's strong figures further boost confidence among local consumers. If this momentum continues, Changan is well-positioned to capture a larger share of the Southeast Asian market in the coming years.