ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Changan is planning to launch the UNI-S in Pakistan targeting the highly contested 70-80 lakh PKR market segment.
It would catch the attention of buyers because of its contemporary styling, spacious body, and turbocharged 1.5-liter engine delivering 178 hp power. A hybrid model is also expected with an impressive claim of 28 km/l.
As a premium compact SUV, Changan UNI-S is not only competing with conventional sedan segments in terms of size and price range. It is also challenging the SUV segments with its advanced safety technology and smart infotainment system.
The new Changan UNI-S would be introduced at a time when there is increased demand for hybrids and feature-packed automobiles, such as the upcoming Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV. But, it will only survive in the market with its official pricing, practical fuel consumption, and high resale value due to increased prices of vehicles.
Sazgar to launch hybrid SUV Tank-500 by end of this month
Meanwhile, A Pakistani auto assembler, Sazgar Engineering Works (SAZEW), has announced the rollout of its hybrid sport utility vehicle (SUV) “Tank-500” Hi4-T 4X4 2.0L Turbo AT with trial production scheduled by the end of March 2026.
The listed company informed the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Monday that the Completely Knocked Down (CKD) model of the vehicle will mark its entry into the hybrid segment.
It said that the vehicle is available in both plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) and hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) variants.
“The first rollout of the CKD model of TANK-500 Hi4-T 4X4 2.0L Turbo AT PHEV and HEV shall be made by the end of March, 2026, with trial operation,” the notice to PSX stated.
The rollout comes alongside a broader expansion strategy, with the company completing its existing four-wheeler expansion plan worth Rs11.5 billion, including installation of a new assembly line, a 5.7-megawatt solar system, and warehousing facilities.
Sazgar said Rs6.5 billion has already been spent on the expansion, while the remaining Rs5 billion has been reallocated towards setting up a fully automated paint shop facility.
The board has also approved a new expansion plan with an estimated cost of Rs22 billion, excluding land, for the installation of a fully automated paint shop, civil works, and ancillary equipment.
“After completion of this expansion, total installed production/assembly capacity of the four-wheelers plant shall increase to 54,000 units per annum on a single shift basis,” it added.
