Suv Petrol 7-Speed DCT FWD 5-seat

Changan UNI-S

Price in Nelspruit, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation First current South African UNI-S retail generation, offered in CS, CL and CE grades. Body style SUV
UNI-S is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.
ZAR 389,900
On-road in
ZAR 401,264
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 389,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,500
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,350
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 900
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,300
Insurance
ZAR 3,314
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 389,900
Finance estimate from ZAR 6,818/month Based on 1.5T AT CS Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1500cc (1.5L) Torque:300Nm (221 lb-ft) Power:138kW (185 bhp) Boot475L (16.8 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 14.49 km/l (34 mpg)
City To be announced
Highway To be announced

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Changan UNI-S in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 6,818
Total Interest
ZAR 99,062
Total Payable
ZAR 409,062
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the 1.5T AT CS. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Changan UNI-S

UNI-S is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.

The UNI-S is Changan’s current five-seat South African SUV positioned between a purely price-led crossover and the larger, seating-flexible CS75 Pro. Its three grades—CS, CL and CE—share a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 138 kW and 300 Nm through a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. Changan also lists three driving modes, electronic power steering and independent multi-link rear suspension. Because the mechanical package is common, the buying decision is principally about safety assistance, cabin trim and convenience rather than extra power. CS establishes the range with 18-inch wheels, LED headlamps, a 10.25-inch instrument display, 12.8-inch infotainment, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, cruise control, rear parking sensors and front and side airbags. It also changes the tactile experience through microfiber-leather seating and steering-wheel trim, a six-way electric driver’s seat, heated power-folding mirrors and rain-sensing wipers. CE builds on CL with 19-inch wheels, eight speakers, blind-spot and lane-change assistance, reverse cross-traffic and rear-collision warnings, straight-in-and-out automatic parking, seat and mirror memory, an electric passenger seat, powered tailgate and panoramic sunroof. The 138 kW output is strong on paper for the price band, but Changan does not publish a final South African 0–100 km/h time on the model page. The larger wheels on CE may also influence ride, tyre cost and pothole resilience even though they do not change engine output. For ordinary commuting and family travel, however, the range supplies an unusually clear equipment ladder and enough common mechanical content to make a disciplined trim comparison possible. First current South African UNI-S retail generation, offered in CS, CL and CE grades. Dual digital displays are standard; CL adds microfiber-leather trim and an electric driver seat, while CE adds memory, electric passenger adjustment, eight speakers and a panoramic sunroof. UNI-S is for a buyer who wants a compact-to-mid-size SUV with a stronger turbo engine and a visible technology ladder. The UNI-S has a clearer South African buying case when its suv shape is connected to the work it must do. The useful starting points are a power output of 138 kW and a 7-Speed DCT transmission; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size

Changan UNI-S — Quick Facts

Changan UNI-S Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.5T AT CS Cs Petrol Efficiency14.49 km/l 7-Speed DCT ZAR 389,900
1.5T AT CL Cl Petrol Efficiency14.49 km/l 7-Speed DCT ZAR 429,900
1.5T AT CE Ce Petrol Efficiency14.49 km/l 7-Speed DCT ZAR 469,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.5T AT CS Cs Petrol Efficiency14.49 km/l 7-Speed DCT ZAR 389,900
1.5T AT CL Cl Petrol Efficiency14.49 km/l 7-Speed DCT ZAR 429,900
1.5T AT CE Ce Petrol Efficiency14.49 km/l 7-Speed DCT ZAR 469,900
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Changan UNI-S Specifications

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Where the Changan UNI-S Fits Best

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Who buys this

Buyers should assess initial DCT response, overtaking and gradient performance in the exact grade with an ordinary load. The best buyer for UNI-S can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout. Then compare a power output of 138 kW and a 7-Speed DCT transmission with insurance, tyres, maintenance and the monthly finance payment

City
The urban test for UNI-S should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded. City use is where the small decisions accumulate for UNI-S. Drive the UNI-S through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. Pay attention to the steering, sight lines, low-speed response, seat position and climate control rather than relying on a quiet dealership loop for UNI-S. A power output of 138 kW matters when the cabin or load is full, and a 7-Speed DCT transmission can change the cost of repeated short trips for UNI-S
Highway
For highway buyers, the UNI-S needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. A South African price reference of R429,900 helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort. Long-distance comfort depends on details that disappear in a short test drive for UNI-S. Run UNI-S at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between engine of 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol, a power output of 138 kW and a 7-Speed DCT transmission is more informative than maximum speed for UNI-S. Owners travelling between provinces should also price replacement tyres, roadside assistance and scheduled service for UNI-S
Off-Road
Ground clearance is only one part of the rough-road answer for UNI-S. For UNI-S, the sensible check is the exact fwd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. Stay cautious where the local data does not state clearance or wading depth for UNI-S. A buyer whose routine includes construction tracks or isolated farm roads should compare a vehicle with documented capability rather than infer it from styling for UNI-S
4.2/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.2 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-09-07

Changan UNI-S — Should You Buy It?

4.2/5
Changan UNI-S review: 138 kW and 300 Nm across every grade
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-09-07

The turbocharged UNI-S spreads one 138 kW DCT powertrain across CS, safety-focused CL and fully equipped CE grades. UNI-S gives buyers a useful common mechanical foundation and three equipment strategies. CS is the value-performance entry, CL adds the equipment most likely to change family-safety consideration, and CE completes the convenience and surrounding-monitoring package. The published ownership cover supports the range's case over the first years of use. Missing local clearance, towing and performance evidence should keep claims disciplined. For many buyers CL may be the centre of gravity because it adds curtain airbags and major assistance systems without CE’s larger wheels and full luxury spend. CE remains the correct choice when its parking, blind-spot, memory, roof and tailgate functions are genuine daily benefits. This Hagalu desk review weighs the published South African specification against the vehicle's intended buyer and use; it is not a road test, owner survey or customer rating.

Desk research: Scored from verified published sources and Hagalu's market-specific buyer analysis; this vehicle was not road-tested for this review. This is a Hagalu editorial score, not a customer rating.

Safety 4.2/5 · 20%
4.2/5
Value 4.3/5 · 20%
4.3/5
Practicality 4.2/5 · 20%
4.2/5
Ownership 4.0/5 · 15%
4.0/5
Powertrain suitability 4.2/5 · 15%
4.2/5
Comfort & technology 4.4/5 · 10%
4.4/5

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How this score is calculated · Methodology v1.0

UNI-S deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Its safety upgrade brings curtain protection, integrated adaptive cruise, forward and pedestrian collision detection with emergency braking, traffic-sign recognition, plus lane-departure and lane-keeping functions. A fair review of UNI-S should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a 7-Speed DCT transmission, a front-wheel drive drivetrain and a front-wheel drive drivetrain can be valuable for the right driver. The buying case for UNI-S is specific. Petrol power gives it a reason to be considered, while a South African price reference of R389,900 and engine of 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol set the boundaries for UNI-S. It deserves a shortlist when those details solve a repeated South African driving need for UNI-S. It is less persuasive when the buyer is paying for unused capacity or assuming that another derivative’s equipment applies here for UNI-S. Compare the written price, the nearest grade and one genuine alternative before deciding for UNI-S

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓South African price: R389,900
  • ✓Engine: 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 138 kW
  • ✓Transmission: 7-Speed DCT
  • ✓Gearbox: 7-Speed DCT
  • ✓Drivetrain: FWD
  • ✓Drive layout: FWD
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for UNI-S can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for UNI-S depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written UNI-S quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate UNI-S budget.
  • ✕A short UNI-S test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕UNI-S capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent UNI-S grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published UNI-S figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm UNI-S stock and support terms.

Changan UNI-S FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Changan UNI-S run from R389,900 to R469,900, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current south african range comprises 1.5T AT CS, 1.5T AT CL, 1.5T AT CE. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed engine capacity for the Changan UNI-S is 1500 cc, with output shown as 138 kW (185 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Changan UNI-S is around 14.49 km/l.

Buyers should assess initial DCT response, overtaking and gradient performance in the exact grade with an ordinary load. The best buyer for UNI-S can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout.

The urban test for UNI-S should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded. City use is where the small decisions accumulate for UNI-S.

For highway buyers, the UNI-S needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. A South African price reference of R429,900 helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort.

Buyers researching the Changan UNI-S often compare it with rivals such as Chery Tiggo 7 Pro , KIA Seltos , GWM Jolion Pro , MG ZS Pro , Volkswagen T-Cross . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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