Avatr 12

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In July 2023, Avatr Technology presented the second model in its range as part of the expansion of the range that so far consisted of only the 11. The 12 took the form of a flagship executive car combining the features of a sedan and a fastback in its proportions.{{cite web | url = https://licarco.com/avatr-12 | title = Avatr 12 | language = en | accessdate = 2023-08-21}}{{cite web | url = https://paultan.org/2023/07/31/avatr-12-ev-sedan-zeekr-001-rival-gets-huawei-powertrain-catl-battery-up-to-578-hp-all-wheel-drive/ | title = Avatr 12 EV sedan – Zeekr 001 rival gets Huawei powertrain, CATL battery; up to 578 hp, all-wheel-drive | language = en | accessdate = 2023-08-21}} Like the 11, the styling design was created by former BMW designer Nader Faghihzadeh.{{cite web |title=AVTR 12, "TIMELESS PURITY" |url=https://autodesignmagazine.com/en/2023/10/avtr-12-timeless-purity-video/ |website=Auto & Design |access-date=22 May 2024 |date=2 October 2023}}

The characteristic visual features of the 11 with massive proportions were transferred to a more slender silhouette, which retained round edges, double lighting with a "C" motif and narrow strips of rear lamps. The door handles were hidden, and the small rear window was integrated with the smoothly sloping glass of the low roof. The edge of the trunk lid is topped with an optionally hinged spoiler, which opens together with the window, as in liftbacks.{{cite web | url = https://topcarnews.net/avatr-12-electric-sedan-from-changan-catl-and-huawei-exposed-with-578-hp-s262627.html | title = Avatr 12 electric sedan from Changan, CATL and Huawei exposed with 578 hp | date = 14 July 2023 | language = en | accessdate = 2023-08-21}} The car is also equipped with an optional camera system replacing traditional side mirrors. The wheels come in two sizes: 20 or 21 inches.{{cite web | url = https://www.carscoops.com/2023/07/avatr-12-ev-is-a-sleek-luxury-sedan-with-a-hatch-powered-by-huwaei/ | title = Avatr 12 EV Is A Sleek Luxury Sedan With A Hatch Powered By Huawei | language = en | accessdate = 2023-08-21}}

The interior features a steering wheel with an oval shape, and the central 15.6-inch touchscreen of the multimedia system dominates the central console. One large horizontal screen across the entire width of the cockpit.{{cite web | url = https://carnewschina.com/2023/08/20/no-emotional-vortex-avatr-12-interior-exposed-in-spy-shots-in-china/ | title = No Emotional Vortex. Avatr 12 interior exposed in spy shots in China | date = 20 August 2023 | language = en | accessdate = 2023-08-21}}

On 12 August 2024, Avatr showcased a limited edition of the 12 called the Avatr 012 and opened bookings the same day, after first teasing the special edition earlier that year on 20 May.{{Cite web |title=Limited edition Avatr 012 in collaboration with Kim Jones teased |url=https://www.arenaev.com/limited_edition_avatr_012_in_collaboration_with_kim_jones_teased-news-3555.php |access-date=2025-04-11 |website=ArenaEV.com |language=en-US}} The model is codesigned by Avatr head designer Nader Faghihzadeh and Kim Jones, who was an artistic director at Dior and Fendi at the time. The exterior features custom 'liquid silver' paint, modified headlights, and 21-inch mirror-finished forged wheels. The interior uses the four-seater version with four-zone climate control, and features two-tone white vegetable-tanned Nappa leather and tan Alcantara upholstery, a geometric star design on the panoramic sunroof, special edition logos embossed in the headrests, and custom logo splash screen in the infotainment system. The steering wheel and B-pillar can have personalized engravings.{{Cite web |last=Chen |first=Dong Yi |date=2024-08-22 |title=Avatr 012 limited edition pre-sale starts at 98,100 USD |url=https://carnewschina.com/2024/08/22/avatr-012-limited-edition-pre-sale-starts-at-98100-usd/ |access-date=2025-04-11 |website=CarNewsChina.com |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |last=Pappas |first=Thanos |date=2024-08-22 |title=Avatr 012 Kim Jones Edition Is A Fashionista’s EV With A Dior Touch |url=https://www.carscoops.com/2024/08/avatr-012-kim-jones-special-edition-comes-with-forged-wheels-and-dior-tote-handbag/ |access-date=2025-04-10 |website=Carscoops.com}}

It uses a dual-motor {{Convert|402|kW|hp PS|abbr=unit}} Huawei DriveONE powertrain paired with a 93.4{{Nbsp}}kWh CATL-supplied battery capable of 5C charging. It has a CLTC range rating of {{Convert|650.|km|mi|abbr=}}, 0{{En dash}}{{Convert|100.|km/h|mph|abbr=unit}} acceleration time of 3.8 seconds, a top speed of {{Convert|220.|km/h|mph|abbr=unit}}, and it can charge from 30{{En dash}}80% in 10 minutes. Production is limited to 700 units globally, and the vehicle comes with a complimentary Dior tote bag.{{Cite web |title=The most exclusive Avatr debuts in China and costs £76,000 |url=https://www.motor1.com/news/731555/avatr-012-limited-edition-deliveries-begin-china/ |access-date=2025-04-11 |website=Motor1.com |language=en}}{{Cite web |last=Taylor |first=Michael |title=China’s Avatr EV Brand Teams With Dior Homme’s Creative Director |url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaeltaylor/2024/08/26/chinas-avatr-ev-brand-teams-with-dior-hommes-creative-director/ |access-date=2025-04-11 |website=Forbes |language=en}} and the vehicle launched on 25 March 2025 at a significantly higher price of 700,000 yuan.{{Cite web |last=Kang |first=Lei |date=2025-03-25 |title=Avatr officially launches Avatr 012 luxury sedan, priced from $96,420 |url=https://cnevpost.com/2025/03/25/avatr-launches-012/ |access-date=2025-04-11 |website=CnEVPost |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |last=Kang |first=Lei |date=2024-08-22 |title=Avatr kicks off Avatr 012 pre-sales: Starts at $98,110, limited to 700 units |url=https://cnevpost.com/2024/08/22/avatr-kicks-off-avatr-012-pre-sales/ |access-date=2025-04-11 |website=CnEVPost |language=en-US}}

The 12 was created for the domestic Chinese market, where its official debut took place in August 2023, and in early September, during IAA Mobility 2023 in Munich, the car was also presented to the European public.{{cite web | url = https://carnewschina.com/2023/09/05/avatr-12-reveals-at-the-iaa-mobility-in-germany-with-giant-screens-and-578-hp/ | title = Avatr 12 reveals at the IAA Mobility in Germany with giant screens and 578 hp | date = 5 September 2023 | language = en | accessdate = 2023-09-10}} The beginning of deliveries of the first units to buyers was scheduled for December of the same year, positioning the model as a premium product.{{cite web | url = https://cnevpost.com/2023/07/21/avatr-to-start-deliveries-of-avatr-12-this-year/ | title = Changan's EV unit Avatr to start deliveries of Avatr 12 this year, 2 extra models coming next year | date = 21 July 2023 | language = en | accessdate = 2023-08-21}}{{cite web | url = https://www.arenaev.com/avatr_12_liftback_gets_certified_in_china_with_huaweimade_electric_motors_heres_what_it_looks_like-news-2112.php | title = Avatr 12 liftback gets certified in China with Huawei-made electric motors, here's what it looks like | language = en | accessdate = 2023-08-21}} Sales began in China on November 10, 2023.

After partnering with the Alattiya dealer in August 2024, the Avatr 12 was launched in Qatar on February 24, 2025.{{Cite web |last=Zhang |first=Phate |date=2025-02-24 |title=Avatr launches 2 EV models in Qatar |url=https://cnevpost.com/2025/02/24/avatr-launches-2-models-qatar/ |access-date=2025-02-27 |website=CnEVPost |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |last=Guan |first=Xuetao |date=2025-02-24 |title=阿维塔11/12登陆卡塔尔市场 持续拓展中东市场_易车 |url=https://news.yiche.com/zonghexinwen/20250224/1098430002.html |access-date=2025-02-27 |website=news.yiche.com}}

The 12 is a fully electric car powered by two units. The basic one consists of one engine transmitting {{cvt|313|hp|abbr=on}} to the rear axle, while the top one consists of two engines driving both axles with a total power of {{cvt|578|hp|abbr=on}}. The batteries are provided by the co-creator and co-shareholder of Avatr, the Chinese company CATL, offering two packages with a capacity of 90.4 or 116.8 kWh.{{cite web | url = https://carnewschina.com/2023/07/14/avatr-12-electric-sedan-from-changan-catl-and-huawei-exposed-with-578-hp/ | title = Avatr 12 electric sedan from Changan, CATL and Huawei exposed with 578 hp | date = 14 July 2023 | language = en | accessdate = 2023-08-21}} The engines are provided by Huawei.{{Cite web |date=2025-06-13 |title=New Central SOE Mechanism Upgraded, AVATR Enters A New Stage of High-quality Development |url=https://apnews.com/press-release/marketersmedia/new-central-soe-mechanism-upgraded-avatr-enters-a-new-stage-of-high-quality-development-ae24682f599e179d4894d640ef6bb9f1 |access-date=2025-06-14 |website=AP News |language=en}}{{Cite web |last=Newswire |first=Marketers Media |title=New Central SOE Mechanism Upgraded, AVATR Enters A New Stage of High-quality Development |url=https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/45919416/new-central-soe-mechanism-upgraded-avatr-enters-a-new-stage-of-high-quality-development |access-date=2025-06-14 |website=Benzinga |language=English}}{{cite web | url = https://www.autoevolution.com/news/the-avatr-12-has-been-exposed-it-s-got-over-560-horsepower-218297.html | title = The Avatr 12 Has Been Unveiled and It's a 560 HP Mercedes EQE / BMW i5 Rival | date = 19 July 2023 | language = en | accessdate = 2023-08-21}}

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Avatr 12

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