22:12 12-03-2026

Changan unveils Blue Whale Ultra Hybrid with under 3L/100km fuel consumption

Chinese automaker Changan has officially unveiled its new-generation hybrid technology, called Blue Whale Ultra Hybrid. According to the company, the system can achieve fuel consumption of less than 3 liters per 100 kilometers in city driving. Developing this new hybrid platform took about six years, involved over a thousand engineers, and saw investments exceeding 2 billion yuan.

At its core, the system is built on a concept of deeper integration of electric technologies into traditional powertrains. Unlike conventional hybrids that rely primarily on internal combustion engines, this new architecture gives equal importance to both the gasoline engine and the electric system.

Changan states that the system combines 163 key powertrain technologies. Before launch, it underwent extensive testing—covering more than 2 million kilometers on roads worldwide and evaluations on over 70 types of road surfaces.

The main goal of the development is to offer drivers the benefits of electric vehicles without the need for regular battery charging. The manufacturer claims the new hybrid system reduces fuel consumption, improves ride smoothness, and lowers noise levels.

In practice, this matters because the company also points out that over 70 million vehicles with internal combustion engines are sold globally each year. Against this backdrop, hybrid technologies could serve as a crucial transitional step between traditional cars and fully electric transport.

For the automotive market, this is one of the fastest-growing segments. Chinese automakers are increasingly focusing on hybrid development, aiming to strike a balance between the efficiency of electric vehicles and the familiar infrastructure of gasoline cars.