2026 Changan Hunter K50 EREV Gets Major Powertrain Upgrade: Official Images Released
Changan Qiyuan has officially released the first images of the 2026 Changan Hunter K50, a flagship extended-range electric pickup truck set to go on sale on June 13, 2026. The updated model arrives with meaningful improvements across range, battery capacity, and output — cementing the Hunter K50’s position as one of China’s most capable electric pickup trucks.
Design Changan Hunter K50: Familiar Yet Purposeful
The 2026 Hunter K50 carries forward the outgoing model’s visual identity, which has proven popular in the market. Up front, the truck retains its borderless grille flanked by H-shaped LED lamp clusters — a distinctive look that makes it instantly recognizable. The profile shows a crew-cab body with a matte-finish roll bar (龙门架), adding rugged utility appeal. At the rear, vertical tail light clusters pair with a prominent Changan lettering badge on the tailgate lid.
Powertrain Changan Hunter K50: 2.0T EREV System with Dual Motors
The headline upgrade is the introduction of a 2.0T Blue Whale engine-based extended-range system paired with dual electric motors. Key figures:
- Range extender output: 140 kW
- Combined motor output: 240 kW (up 40 kW vs. the 2025 model)
- Combined torque: 529 N·m
- Battery: 43.47 kWh CATL pack
- NEDC electric-only range: 180+ km
- Fast charging (SOC 30–80%): 16 minutes
All trim levels now come standard with 30 kW vehicle-to-load (V2L) discharge, supporting simultaneous dual-output at 3.3 kW, with total stored energy capacity rated at 239 kWh — a significant boost for off-grid and work-site use.
New Drive Modes for Off-Road Capability
The 2026 K50 adds dedicated Mountain Mode and Wading Mode to the drive mode lineup, improving the truck’s capability on steep inclines and shallow water crossings. Four-wheel-drive variants also receive a standardized 110 kW front motor across the board.
Pricing and Lineup Changan Hunter K50
The current 2025 Hunter K50 lineup spans 13 configurations priced from ¥127,900 to ¥229,900 (approximately $17,600–$31,600 USD). Pricing for the updated 2026 model will be confirmed at the June 13 launch event. Changan will also unveil the Hunter “Flying Pig” (飞猪) special edition at the same event.
