Changan UK, a subsidiary of the global car manufacturer and pioneer in sustainable mobility, has announced the expansion of its dealer and support network ahead of the UK launch of the all-electric Changan Deepal S07 SUV, ensuring a premium customer experience from day one.
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To coincide with the September launch of the Changan Deepal S07 SUV, the UK subsidiary will have 20 sites open, with Lookers Star City in Birmingham becoming its UK flagship. A further 30 dealer sites will be operational nationwide by the end of 2025, ensuring customers have access to comprehensive sales, service, and aftersales support wherever they are in the country. Changan UK has signed key automotive partners, including established retailers Ancaster, Parks, DM Keith and Stoneacre.
The launch of Changan’s first vehicle in the UK, supported by an expanded dealer and service network, marks a new chapter for the brand and its most significant commitment to the market since opening its major R&D facility 12 years ago. The Birmingham-based centre is home to more than 100 research and development engineers, focusing on technology advancements and powertrain optimisation. It also serves as a base for Changan’s European testing and validation projects.
Nic Thomas, Changan UK Managing Director, said: “The UK is a primary market for Changan, which is why we’re making such a bold commitment. We’re not just launching a new car, but a fully capable ecosystem to support it, along with future models we will bring to the UK. Having some of the UK’s largest and most reputable Dealer groups within our Dealer network from the start is a great vote of confidence in our plans for the UK market. With our dealer partners already primed and ready to welcome customers, together we’re aiming to build trust and enjoyment from the very start of their ownership journey. The Deepal S07 is here, and so is the network to back it up.
“The Deepal S07 is a statement of intent for Changan in the UK. It’s a premium SUV, with a technology focused experience at a competitive price point. Our expanding dealer network will give customers across the UK the opportunity to discover, experience, and own one of the most exciting EVs in the market. This is just the beginning of our growth story in the UK.”
The Changan Deepal S07 will be available in the UK from September 2025, with prices starting from: £39,990. The car has been designed at the company’s Italian design centre in Turin and reflects a European aesthetic preference and driving dynamic.
