Changan sells 1,000 electric cars in Spain in five months — a record for a newcomer. The Chinese brand Changan reached the milestone of 1,000 electric vehicles sold in Spain in just a few months. The main demand was for the Deepal S05 model, which has already taken second place among private buyers in its class.
Changan officially entered the Spanish market at the end of January 2026, launching just two models – the Deepal S05 and S07 electric crossovers. Despite the limited lineup, the company managed to sell 1,000 vehicles in a record short time – less than five months. The milestone car was a Deepal S05 MAX in Andrómeda Blue, highlighting the growing interest in new players in the electric vehicle market.
According to Changan, 90% of all cars sold were Deepal S05s. This model has already taken second place in sales among C-segment electric crossovers in the private sector, trailing only the market leader. This result is particularly notable given the intense competition: dozens of traditional brands and an increasing number of new Asian manufacturers are operating in Spain simultaneously.
According to official statistics for January–April 2026, Deepal registered 913 new vehicles, of which 360 were sold in April alone. The overall increase in sales of electrified vehicles in the country is also impressive: in the first four months of the year, Spaniards purchased more than 85,700 such cars, up 54% from a year earlier. The share of electrified models in the market has reached 21%.
Changan is actively expanding its dealer network: at the beginning of the year, there were 32 dealerships, by June this number will reach 65, and by 2026 the company plans to have 80 points of sale. Currently, 46 dealerships with full service and aftersales support are already operating. To speed up parts delivery, a logistics center has been set up in Guadalajara, providing nationwide delivery of parts within 24–48 hours, as well as a European warehouse in the Netherlands.
The head of Changan's Spanish division, Alberto Zeng, notes that reaching 1,000 registrations is an important milestone for the brand: “We achieved this in one of the most dynamic markets in Europe with just two models. This confirms that Spanish buyers are ready to trust new manufacturers and are looking for alternatives to familiar brands.”
Interest in Chinese cars in Spain continues to grow steadily: according to industry associations, more than 117,000 vehicles from Asian brands were sold last year alone. Against this backdrop, Changan stands out with its rapid start and aggressive growth strategy. For comparison, other new players like Jaecoo are also focusing on hybrid and electric crossovers—read more about the latest market offers in the article about the new Jaecoo 5 SHS hybrid SUV.
For now, Changan is just starting to establish itself in Spain, but the sales momentum and expanding infrastructure indicate that competition in the electric vehicle market will only intensify. For buyers, this means more choice and, possibly, better terms when purchasing new models.
