The fully electric Deepal S07 slots in at the top of Changan’s freshly introduced range in South Africa. Here’s what this battery-powered crossover costs…
- Deepal S07 kicks off at just under R1-million
- Rear-mounted electric motor makes 160 kW
- Single-charge WLTP range listed as 500 km
Chinese brand Changan Automobiles has officially hit the market in South Africa, offering the Alsvin budget sedan, the CS75 Pro crossover, the Hunter bakkie and the fully electric Deepal S07 at launch. So, what does its battery-powered crossover cost?
Well, the rear-wheel-drive Deepal S07 has what the Changan brand – which is distributed locally by Saudi Arabian company Jameel Motors – describes as an “introductory” price of R995 900.
Measuring 4 750 mm from front to back, the 5-seater Deepal S07 has a wheelbase of 2 900 mm and a listed ground clearance of 165 mm. The boot can handle a claimed 445 litres, while a front compartment offers an additional 125 litres of luggage space.
The single rear-mounted electric motor delivers peak outputs of 160 kW and 320 Nm, which translates to a 0-100 kph sprint in a claimed 7.9 seconds. Courtesy of an 80 kWh battery pack, Changan claims a single-charge WLTP range of 500 km.
Standard features for the S07 include 20-inch alloy wheels, electrically adjustable front seats (trimmed in microfibre leather upholstery), a 15.6-inch touchscreen, a 14-speaker sound system, a 360-degree camera system, wireless smartphone charging, a sunroof and an electrically operated tailgate.
Listed safety kit includes 6 airbags, electronic stability control, hill-hold control, hill-descent control, tyre-pressure monitoring, parking sensors (fore and aft), adaptive cruise control, an augmented reality head-up display (there is no traditional instrument cluster) and a raft of advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) functions.
What does the Changan Deepal S07 cost in SA?
| DERIVATIVE | PRICE |
| Changan Deepal S07 | R995 900 |
The price above includes a 5-year/150 000 km warranty, an 8-year/150 000 km battery warranty and a 5-year/90 000 km maintenance plan.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the introductory price of the fully electric Changan Deepal S07 in South Africa?
A: The introductory price of this rear-wheel-drive model in South Africa is R995 900.
Q: What are the main performance and range specifications of the Deepal S07?
A: The single rear-mounted electric motor delivers 160 kW and 320 Nm, allowing for a 0-100 kph sprint in a claimed 7.9 seconds. The 80 kWh battery pack provides a claimed single-charge WLTP range of 500 km.
Q: What are the key dimensions and luggage capacity of the Deepal S07?
A: The 5-seater model measures 4 750 mm in length and has a wheelbase of 2 900 mm, with 165 mm of ground clearance. The boot has a capacity of 445 litres, complemented by a 125-litre front compartment.
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