Backed by Changan and using CATL batteries, Chinese premium automaker AVATR plans to bring two electric models to Spain and Norway in 2027. The company is targeting the continent’s luxury segment with performance figures that rival supercars.
The company revealed its European plans ahead of the 2026 Auto Show. Spain and Norway top the launch list. Norway leads Europe in electric vehicle uptake, while Spain’s EV market is gaining speed. Industry sources say AVATR has wider ambitions: six models are planned for Europe over three years, and Greece is also in the first wave. The AVATR 07L and 06T are set to debut in Greece in Q1 2027. For now, those are the only two models named, although the roadmap includes SUVs and a shooting brake.
In September 2026, AVATR reported deliveries of 8,183 vehicles in China, adding to the brand’s commercial momentum ahead of its European debut.
The AVATR 06T is a shooting brake sized and powered for the E-segment. It measures 4.94 meters long and nearly two meters wide. Its tech-heavy interior includes rear seats that fold electrically, opening up a 2.15-meter cargo space. The top trim has three electric motors with a combined output of 955 CV (712 kW), taking it to 100 km/h in 2.78 seconds. CATL supplies the 87.3 kWh battery, which offers up to 680 kilometers of range under the Chinese CLTC cycle. An extended-range version pairs a 1.5 turbo generator with 330 kilometers of electric driving. Total range reaches up to 1,250 kilometers before refueling. The 06T is already on sale in China and features Huawei’s Qiankun ADS 5 driver assistance. Industry reports say the highest trim includes an 896-line Huawei lidar.
The AVATR 07L is a large SUV with a stretched wheelbase and a 35.4-inch panoramic screen across the dash. It measures 4.91 meters long and 1.98 meters wide, with a 735-liter trunk and an 800-volt charging platform. The setup allows the battery to charge from 30 to 80 percent in under 10 minutes. Buyers can choose a single rear motor with 409 CV and up to 725 kilometers of range, or a tri-motor version with the same 955 CV output as the 06T. The latter reaches 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds and has a range of 650 kilometers. Technical data from 2026 shows that the 07L is an extended version of the AVATR 07. It adds 85 mm in length and 50 mm in wheelbase, and uses the CATL Shenxing 5C battery with 89.33 kWh capacity.
In 2025, BEV and PHEV vehicles accounted for 18% of new car registrations in Spain, compared with the European average of 29%. Norway’s combined share was 89%, including 87% pure electric vehicles. Las Provincias reported the figures.
Design sits basic to AVATR’s strategy. Its “Emotive Luxury” philosophy, shaped in Munich and Shanghai, puts the driver’s emotional experience ahead of traditional luxury cues. The 07L’s German-influenced details signal a direct challenge to Europe’s established brands. They include split headlights and hidden door handles, as well as a continuous rear light bar. Camera mirrors are optional.
AVATR already operates in 70 countries and regions and has more than 280,000 owners. The company aims to reach 110 countries by 2030, with international sales accounting for more than half its volume. In Europe, it will rely on local partners for sales and aftersales. In Norway, RSA will handle distribution, starting with flagship stores in Oslo and experience centers elsewhere. AVATR says it will provide a local service network backed by factory-certified training. It also promises remote technical support and a European logistics system covering spare parts and battery checks, with recycling support. No distributor or dealer network has been named for Spain, and pricing has not been announced. European specifications, WLTP range figures and homologation details for the 06T and 07L have not yet been published. Current data is based on Chinese CLTC standards.
Justin Li, speaking for AVATR, called Europe “a basic market for its demands and maturity in the premium segment.” The company’s design and engineering teams span more than 30 countries, with major hubs in Munich and Shanghai. AVATR plans to compete through technology and design as it faces tough competition at home and seeks to enter Europe.
Spanish buyers are still waiting for further details. AVATR’s move comes as Chinese brands step up their efforts in the electric vehicle market, while Spain’s car market shifts toward electrification. The launch will be tested in Spain in 2027, when the cars reach the road and buyers decide whether “Emotive Luxury” can stand up to Europe’s best.
