Inchcape Philippines, the official distributor of Changan and Mercedes-Benz in the country, reported strong first-quarter 2026 performance for both brands in the growing New Energy Vehicle (NEV) segment. Based on CAMPI industry data, both marques posted notable gains in Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) sales.
According to Alex Hammett, Managing Director for South Asia & Pacific, the results reflect the increasing interest of Filipino buyers in electrified mobility solutions and the importance of offering a wide range of vehicle choices across different market segments.
Changan Climbs Into Top 5 of BEV and PHEV Sales
Changan records strong growth in the electric vehicle segment
Changan Philippines ranked fifth in both the BEV and PHEV categories during the first quarter of 2026, showing significant year-on-year growth. The brand posted a 168% increase in BEV sales and a remarkable 970% increase in PHEV sales compared to the same period last year.
Changan Lumin Leads BEV Push
Currently, the Changan Lumin serves as the brand’s sole fully electric offering in the Philippine market. Designed as a compact city-focused EV, the Lumin targets buyers looking for affordable and practical urban mobility.
Changan Lumin Pricing:
- Lumin S BEV – Php 699,000
- Lumin L BEV – Php 799,000
Nevo models highlight long-range electrified mobility
Changan’s PHEV lineup now includes the Nevo Q05, Nevo Hunter K50, and Nevo A05.
Changan Nevo Q05
The compact SUV offers up to 115 km of pure EV range and a combined range of 1,215 km (NEDC).
Pricing:
- SE Variant – Php 1,259,000
- iD Variant – Php 1,449,000
Changan Nevo Hunter K50
Positioned as the world’s first range-extended electric pickup, the Hunter K50 also becomes the country’s first 4WD EV pickup.
Key figures include:
- 31.18 kWh battery
- 131 km EV range
- 1,031 km combined range (NEDC)
Pricing:
- 4×2 Variant – Php 1,699,000
- 4×4 Variant – Php 1,970,000
Changan Nevo A05
The Nevo A05 sedan features an 18.4 kWh LFP battery capable of delivering up to 130 km of EV-only driving and a combined range of 1,250 km.
Pricing:
- Php 1,195,000
Mercedes-Benz Expands Luxury Electrified Portfolio
Mercedes-Benz Philippines also recorded growth in its electrified vehicle business, ranking 10th in BEV sales and 7th in PHEV sales nationwide. The luxury brand posted a 215% increase in PHEV sales year-on-year.
Mercedes-EQ Lineup Continues to Grow
Mercedes-Benz continues to expand its EQ range locally with models covering executive sedans, family SUVs, and flagship luxury EVs.
Mercedes-Benz EQS
Flagship luxury electric sedan starting at Php 9.99 million.
Mercedes-Benz EQB
Three-row electric SUV starting at Php 4.29 million.
Mercedes-Benz EQE Sedan
Executive electric sedan starting at Php 5.59 million.
Mercedes-Benz EQA
Compact luxury EV SUV starting at Php 3.99 million.
Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV
Premium electric SUV starting at Php 7.19 million.
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
Flagship three-row luxury electric SUV starting at Php 9.99 million.
Mercedes-Benz PHEV Models Continue to Gain Traction
Electrified luxury SUVs and sedans drive growth
Mercedes-Benz also highlighted its expanding PHEV range led by the GLE 400 e, E 350 e, and GLC 350 e.
Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 e
Luxury SUV with over 100 km of electric driving range.
Starts at: Php 5.79 million
Mercedes-Benz E 350 e
Executive plug-in hybrid sedan combining efficiency and refinement.
Starts at: Php 5.69 million
Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 e
Luxury SUV with 4MATIC AWD and over 100 km electric range.
Starts at: Php 4.89 million
Electrified Mobility Continues to Expand in the Philippines
The strong performance of both Changan and Mercedes-Benz reflects the growing adoption of electrified mobility among Filipino consumers. With offerings ranging from affordable compact EVs to premium luxury electric SUVs, Inchcape Philippines continues to broaden the country’s access to new energy vehicles.
