Backed by Changan, CATL and Huawei, AVATR is plotting a 2027 launch in Spain’s premium car sector. Its first models bring high-output electric power and bold styling to a crowded field.
AVATR is moving fast to carve out a place in Spain’s luxury electric car market. The Chinese brand, with heavyweight backing from Changan, CATL and Huawei, has set its sights on a direct entry in 2027. The plan: take on entrenched premium automakers with two sharply different models—a large SUV and a Shooting Brake—each built to blend high-end comfort with advanced tech and serious performance. The stakes are high, and AVATR is betting on features that established rivals rarely offer.
The AVATR 06T leads this charge. Its body fuses sports car lines with the utility of a Shooting Brake, aiming at drivers who want both punch and practicality. At 4.94 meters long and 1.96 meters wide, the 06T lands squarely in the E-segment. A 2.94-meter wheelbase and 517-liter boot point to real-world space. One standout: the rear seats fold electrically, creating a flat cargo area over two meters deep. That’s a trick few premium competitors can match.
The AVATR 06T was one of the first vehicles in China to feature Huawei's Qiankun ADS 5 driver assistance system when it launched in April 2026.
AVATR doesn’t skimp on power. The electric 06T packs three motors—two at the rear, one up front—delivering a combined 712 kW. Most sources peg that at about 955 hp, though the 968 CV figure may shift once European homologation data lands. All-wheel drive comes standard, and the car sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.78 seconds. That puts it in the same league as the fastest electric models on sale. CATL supplies the 87.3 kWh battery, rated for up to 680 kilometers on China’s CLTC cycle. Under the WLTP standard, that drops to an estimated 592 kilometers. Official European range figures are still pending, and industry sources flag that these numbers could change once local testing wraps up.
For buyers who rack up highway miles, AVATR is prepping a range extender version (EREV). Here, a 1.5 turbo petrol engine works only as a generator, feeding the electric motors. The company claims up to 330 kilometers of pure electric driving and a total range of 1,250 kilometers before refueling. These specs still need confirmation for European models.
AVATR’s push into Europe goes beyond product launches. The brand is lining up local partners for sales and after-sales support, a must for any new player in Spain’s demanding market. In Norway, AVATR has teamed up with RSA and plans flagship stores in Oslo, plus experience centers in other cities. The after-sales setup includes certified dealers, remote technical help and a European parts network covering repairs, roadside assistance, battery checks and recycling.
Changan's expansion in Europe is not limited to AVATR: the group is also bringing Deepal and Nevo brands to the region, with Deepal already present and AVATR and Nevo expected by 2027.
Spain is among the first European markets on AVATR’s 2027 roadmap, with the 06T and 07L set to debut. The wider plan calls for six models over three years, including mid- and large-size SUVs and a family Shooting Brake. AVATR’s global ambitions show in its design centers in Munich and Shanghai, staffed by a team from over 30 countries. The company claims a footprint in 70 countries and regions, with more than 280,000 owners worldwide. By 2030, AVATR wants to reach 110 markets and have international sales make up over half its volume.
Pricing for Spain is still under wraps, and the exact model lineup remains unconfirmed. Details on the Spanish distribution network are also missing. Until those pieces are public, AVATR’s head-to-head with established European premium brands stays unresolved. The company’s next moves will determine whether it can turn technical specs and global reach into real traction in Spain’s luxury EV sector.
