Changan Qiyuan Q07 Laser Edition Officially Announces Price Increase

[Market Update] Changan Qiyuan has announced a price adjustment for the Q07 Tianshu Intelligent Laser Edition due to rising chip costs.

Key Development: 3,000 RMB Increase Effective for Vehicles Produced Starting May 7, 2026

Due to significant global increases in automotive-grade chip costs, Changan Qiyuan announced that the official manufacturer-suggested retail price (MSRP) for the Q07 Tianshu Intelligent Laser Edition will increase by 3,000 RMB, effective for all vehicles produced from 00:00 on May 7, 2026. Vehicles produced prior to this date will not be affected.

Key Pricing Details: Three Trims Now Start at 159,800 RMB

The price adjustment applies to the 215 Laser Deluxe, 215 Laser Flagship, and 215 Laser Flagship PLUS trims, with new prices set at 159,800 RMB, 169,800 RMB, and 179,800 RMB, respectively. This model is the brand’s first plug-in hybrid SUV equipped with LiDAR, featuring the Horizon Robotics J6M chip (128 TOPS computing power) and an advanced intelligent driving system.

Industry Impact: Price Hikes Continue Across the New Energy Vehicle Supply Chain

Following price increases across multiple BYD models and collective price adjustments by over 70 tire manufacturers, mounting chip cost pressures are now driving up vehicle prices, highlighting the ongoing trend of cost pass-through throughout the new energy vehicle supply chain.