Changan South Africa delivers its first vehicle to a surprised new owner

With the official opening of its flagship showroom in Pretoria, Changan South Africa and its official distributor Jameel Motors South Africa have taken a major step in expanding across the country.  The launch showcased Changan’s strategic local positioning and its newest vehicle lineup, reinforcing a pledge to innovation, sustainability, and mobility that centres on the customer.

The showroom opening displayed Changan’s latest range of vehicles, including the Alsvin sedan, CS75 Pro SUV, Hunter Turbo Diesel, Hunter Range Extended Electric Vehicle (REEV), and the Deepal S07 EV.  This mix of petrol, hybrid, and electric models underscores Changan’s commitment to offering customers choice and flexibility as the market evolves.

But the biggest surprise of the day wasn’t just the cars, it was the first Changan customer.

A milestone moment: South Africa’s very first Changan owner

During the event, Marinique Lamprecht, a young student who had just finished an exam, arrived at the showroom with her father, unaware that a brand-new Changan Alsvin 1.5 DCT was waiting for her.  She drove away as the first official Changan owner in South Africa.

“For me, this isn’t just my first car, it’s my freedom, my independence and my own new beginning,”

Marinique said.

Her reaction captured what Changan aims to bring to South Africa, namely innovation, accessibility and fresh opportunities for young drivers and families.

Jameel Motors South Africa has also officially opened its parts warehouse, a major step forward in building local trust. Located in Kempton Park, just off the R21 North, in Johannesburg, this new facility represents Jameel Motors and Changan’s commitment to providing the very best ownership and service experience  including the ready availability of genuine parts.

With strong global momentum and now a flagship presence in Pretoria, Jameel Motors and Changan South Africa are together aiming to reshape expectations of what value and quality in the automotive market should look like.