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Deepal S07 S7 80 kWh (218 Hp) Electric
Overall Rating
Deepal S07:
The Deepal S07 is a mid-size crossover SUV produced by Deepal, the electric vehicle subsidiary of Chinese automotive company Changan Automobile since 2023. Changan has jointly developed the Deepal S07 with Huawei and CATL, and shares its platform with the previously launched Deepal L07. Production of the Deepal S07 started on 31 May 2023.
The Deepal S07 was designed in Turin, Italy by a team led by design director Bertrand Bach and exterior design manager Georgios Koukos for exterior design, while the interior design was led by Jaromir Chech....(Read more on Wikipedia)
S7 Overview:
Deepal S07 (S7). At around 2035 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.5 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
As a relatively new model primarily for the Chinese market, the Deepal S7 has not yet undergone Euro NCAP testing. Safety performance is currently unrated by this independent body.
80 kWh (218 Hp) Electric Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers smooth, responsive electric acceleration suitable for daily driving and highway cruising, delivering a balanced performance profile.
Fuel Economy
Impressive 620 km CLTC electric range, making it highly efficient for long distances and reducing range anxiety for most users.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Modern, sleek SUV design with spacious interior
- • Impressive electric range options across BEV and EREV trims
- • Advanced powertrain technology offering smooth and quiet operation
- • Competitive performance for its class, especially the higher power electric variants
- • Potentially strong value proposition for a feature-rich EV
Cons:
- • Brand new to market, long-term reliability and durability are yet unproven
- • Limited availability outside specific markets, impacting accessibility and support
- • Charging infrastructure dependency for BEV models can be a concern in some regions
- • Resale value uncertainty compared to established automotive brands
- • Lack of independent safety ratings (e.g., Euro NCAP) for consumer confidence
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Deepal |
| Model: | S07 |
| Generation: | S7 |
| Modification (Engine): | 80 kWh (218 Hp) Electric |
| Start of production: | February, 2023 |
| End of production: | July, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.3 kg/Hp, 107.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 157.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2035 |
| Max. weight: | 2465 |
| Max load: | 430 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1510 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 570 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4750 mm |
| Width: | 1930 mm |
| Height: | 1625 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2900 mm |
| Front track: | 1640 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1650 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the rear wheels. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/55 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 19 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 80 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxides (Li-NMC) |
| Battery location: | Below the floor |
| System power: | 218 Hp |
| System torque: | 320 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 620 km |
| All-electric range (CLTC): | 620 km |
| Electric motor power: | 218 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 320 Nm |
| Electric motor location: | Rear axle, Transverse |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
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