Lifan X50 vs Changan CS35: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

Lifan · 2014–2020
X50
- Power
- 76 kW103 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- 11.0 s
- Top speed
- 160 km/h

Changan · 2012–2022
CS35
- Power
- 83 kW113 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- -
- Top speed
- 180 km/h
At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
Categories won: X50 3 CS35 0
- Family X50 Boot: 570 l vs 337 l
- City X50 Length: 4,100 mm vs 4,200 mm; Width: 1,722 mm vs 1,755 mm
- Running costs X50 Fuel per year: €1,710 vs €1,790 (estimated)
In plain words
Changan CS35 has more power: 83 kW (113 PS) against 76 kW (103 PS) for Lifan X50. Changan CS35 is 100 mm longer than Lifan X50 (4,200 mm vs 4,100 mm). Lifan X50 has the bigger boot: 570 l against 337 l. At 15,000 km a year, fuel would cost about €1,710 (Lifan X50), €1,790 (Changan CS35) (estimated). Changan CS35 is the older design (from 2012); Lifan X50 arrived in 2014. On the catalog figures, the Lifan X50 is the pick for family, city and running costs. Our catalog has no 0–100 km/h for the Changan CS35 yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Size and weight
Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.
| X50 | CS35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,100 mm161.4 in | 4,200 mm165.4 in +100 mm +3.9 in +2.4% |
| Width | 1,722 mm67.8 in | 1,755 mm69.1 in +33 mm +1.3 in +1.9% |
| Height | 1,540 mm60.6 in | 1,660 mm65.4 in +120 mm +4.7 in +7.8% |
| Boot | 570 l20.1 cu ft | 337 l11.9 cu ft −233 l −8.2 cu ft −40.9% |
| Fits a standard garage? | Yes | Yes |
Difference vs X50 (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.
Full specifications
| Lifan X50 | Changan CS35 | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | 1.5 · petrol · 76 kW (103 PS) | 1.6 · 83 kW (113 PS) |
| Production years | 2014–2020 | 2012–2022 |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Class | SUV / crossover | SUV / crossover |
| Country | China | China |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 76 kW (103 PS) 102 hp | 83 kW (113 PS) 111 hp Better |
| Power, all versions | 69–76 kW (94–103 PS) 93–102 hp | 83 kW (113 PS) 111 hp |
| 0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. | 11.0 s | No data |
| Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. | 160 km/h 99 mph | 180 km/h 112 mph Better |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,500 cc 1.5 l | 1,600 cc · 4 cyl 1.6 l |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | No data |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 4,100 mm 161.4 in | 4,200 mm 165.4 in |
| Width | 1,722 mm 67.8 in | 1,755 mm 69.1 in |
| Height | 1,540 mm 60.6 in | 1,660 mm 65.4 in |
| Wheelbase | No data | 2,550 mm 100.4 in |
| Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. | 570 l 20.1 cu ft Better | 337 l 11.9 cu ft |
| Economy and running costs | ||
| Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. | 6.5 l/100 km 36.2 mpg US Better | 6.8 l/100 km 34.6 mpg US |
| Fuel cost per year | €1,710/year estimated Better | €1,790/year estimated |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (4): Body, Class, Country, Fuel.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).
Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €1.75/l petrol.