Changan Lumin

The Changan Lumin is a four-seat electric city car built for short daily trips, tight parking, and stop-and-go traffic rather than long highway runs. It's sold in Nepal by MAW Vriddhi AutoCorp for Rs. 22,96,000, which puts it among the more affordable EVs on the market.

Range is the number that matters most in a car like this, and the Lumin claims 301 km from its 28.08 kWh LFP (lithium iron phosphate, a durable and thermally stable chemistry) battery. That figure comes from the NEDC cycle, an older test that tends to be optimistic, so expect less once you add hill roads and air conditioning. Charging is flexible: a 3.3 kW AC supply fills the battery in about 9 hours, and a DC fast charger takes it from 30 to 80 percent in 35 minutes.

A single 35 kW motor drives the front wheels with 83 Nm of torque, which is plenty for city pace, while the 101 km/h top speed tells you this isn't a car for sustained highway driving. At 3270 mm long and 925 kg, it's easy to place in narrow lanes, though the 150 mm ground clearance asks for care on broken roads.

It's a two-door hatchback, so rear passengers climb in past the front seats, and the boot holds 104 litres, growing to 589 litres with the rear seats folded. Inside, you get a 10.25-inch touchscreen, a 7-inch digital driver display, keyless entry with push-button start, and remote control through a phone app. Safety covers dual front airbags, ABS with EBD (which balances braking force between the wheels), stability control, and hill hold assist.

Changan Lumin
Price
Rs. 22.99 Lakhs
Estimated EMI
Rs. 38,627/month
20% down, 5 years at 9.5% interest
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Changan Lumin Specifications & Features

  • Battery & Charging

    Battery

    Battery Capacity
    28.08 kWh
    Battery Chemistry
    LFP
    Battery Brand
    CATL

    AC Charging

    AC Charging Power (Max)
    3.3 kW
    AC Charging Time
    9 hrs (0 – 100%)

    DC Fast Charging

    DC Fast Charging
    Yes
    DC Charging Time
    35 min (30 – 80%)

    Battery Cooling & Safety

    Battery Safety System
    Battery Fortress

  • Motor & Drivetrain

    Motor

    Max Power
    35 kW
    Max Torque
    83 Nm
    Motors
    1
    Motor Location
    Front
    Motor Type
    PMSM

    Drivetrain

    Drive Type
    FWD

  • Range & Efficiency

    Range & Consumption

    Claimed Range
    301 km (NEDC)

    Regenerative Braking

    Regenerative Braking
    Yes

  • Performance

    Top Speed
    101 km/h

  • Dimensions & Weight

    Exterior Size

    Length
    3,270 mm
    Width
    1,700 mm
    Height
    1,590 mm
    Wheelbase
    1,980 mm
    Ground Clearance
    150 mm

    Weight & Load

    Kerb Weight
    925 kg

  • Capacity & Storage

    Seats & Doors

    Seating Capacity
    4
    Doors
    2

    Boot

    Boot Space
    104 L
    Boot Space (Seats Folded)
    589 L

  • Chassis, Steering & Brakes

    Platform & Body

    Platform
    EPA0
    Body Structure
    High-Strength Steel Body

    Suspension

    Front Suspension
    MacPherson
    Rear Suspension
    Other

    Brakes

    Rear Brakes
    Drum
    Brake System
    NBooster

  • Wheels & Tyres

    Wheels

    Front Wheel Size
    14 in
    Rear Wheel Size
    14 in
    Wheel Type
    Steel + Cover

    Tyres

    Front Tyre Size
    165/70 R14
    Rear Tyre Size
    165/70 R14
    Tubeless Tyres
    Yes

  • Safety & Security

    Airbags

    Airbags
    2
    Driver Airbag
    Yes
    Passenger Airbag
    Yes

    Braking & Stability

    ABS with EBD
    Yes
    Electronic Stability Control
    Yes
    Hill Hold Assist
    Yes

    Crash Response & Emergency

    Crash-Sensing Door Unlock
    Yes

  • Seats

    Rear Seat Split
    50:50

  • Comfort & Convenience

    Keyless Entry
    Yes
    Push-Button Start
    Yes

  • Infotainment & Connectivity

    Screens

    Touchscreen Size
    10.25 in

    Instrument Cluster & Head-Up Display

    Instrument Cluster
    Full LCD
    Instrument Cluster Size
    7 in

    Phone Connectivity

    Bluetooth
    Yes

    Connected Car

    Remote App Control
    Yes

    Phone Charging & Power Outlets

    12V Power Outlet
    Yes

  • Exterior & Lighting

    Doors & Handles

    Door Handles
    Hidden Manual

    Headlamps

    Headlamps
    Halogen
    Headlamp Beam
    Projector

  • Interior

    Multi-Function Steering Wheel
    Yes
    Gear Selector
    Rotary Dial

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Claimed Range301 km (NEDC)301 km (CLTC)301 km (CLTC)230 km (MIDC)
Battery Capacity28.08 kWh25.1 kWh28.08 kWh17.3 kWh
Max Power35 kW30 kW40 kW30.9 kW
Max Torque83 Nm85 Nm110 Nm110 Nm
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Changan Lumin FAQs

  • What is the price of the Changan Lumin in Nepal?

    The Changan Lumin is priced at Rs. 22,96,000 in Nepal.

  • How far can the Changan Lumin go on a full charge?

    The Lumin claims 301 km from its 28.08 kWh battery, but that figure comes from the NEDC cycle, a flat, gentle lab test that has little to do with Nepal's hills and traffic. Real range here will be well short of it.

  • How long does the Lumin take to charge?

    A full charge takes about 9 hours on a 3.3 kW AC supply. On a DC fast charger, the battery goes from 30 to 80 percent in 35 minutes.

  • What is the ground clearance of the Changan Lumin?

    The Changan Lumin has a ground clearance of 150 mm.

  • How much boot space does the Lumin have?

    The boot holds 104 litres with the rear seats up and expands to 589 litres when they are folded.

  • How many airbags does the Changan Lumin have?

    The Lumin has two airbags, one for the driver and one for the front passenger.