Summary
The Deepal S07 is a battery-powered SUV and the first model to launch in the UK from Chinese newcomer Changan.
Posing a leftfield sales challenge to electric SUVs from established brands, like the Skoda Enyaq, Tesla Model Y and Cupra Tavascan, as well as Chinese alternatives like the BYD Sealion 7, the Changan Deepal S07 has been highlights by the British motoring media for its value-for-money pricing and its roomy high-quality interior.
Beyond “a few tricksy digital easter eggs” like a “great” stereo, and “twinkly” interior and exterior lighting, Top Gear’s Paul Horell asserts that the SUV excells at offering “rational stuff”, including “good safety ratings, space for everyone, long warranty, loads of kit, a headline-grabbing price.”
“But the underlying ride quality and unimpressive efficiency allied to slow DC charging are considerable debits”, says Phil McNamara of Auto Express. “The S07 may be better to drive than some Chinese contenders – but overall it’s a pretty unremarkable car.”
As of November 2025, the Changan Deepal S07 holds a New Car Expert Rating of A, with a score of 72%. It achieves top marks for its five-star Euro NCAP safety rating, its zero tailpipe emissions and its excellent new car warranty coverage. However, overall running costs are only average and its initial media review scores have been poor.
Deepal S07 highlights
- Competitive battery range
- Well-equipped as standard
- Spacious interior and plenty of storage space
- High quality cabin trim
Deepal S07 lowlights
- Rather fiddly infotainment
- Rivals are more efficient and charge faster
- Alternatives have a more comfortable ride
Key specifications
Body style: Mid-to-large SUV
Engines: electric, battery-powered
Price: From £39,990 on-road
Launched: Autumn 2025
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA
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Media reviews
Highlighted reviews and road tests from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.
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“The Changan Deepal S07 is another well-built electric SUV with plenty of equipment at a competitive price, slightly let down mainly by only adequate on-the-road dynamics.”
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7.4 / 10
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The Car Expert
Andrew Charman
“The Changan Deepal S07 has lots of kit, loads of space and passable performance, all at a competitive price. But the underlying ride quality and unimpressive efficiency allied to slow DC charging are considerable debits. The S07 may be better to drive than some Chinese contenders – but overall it’s a pretty unremarkable car.”
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
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Auto Express
Phil McNamara
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Auto Trader
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Changan Deepal S07 is a sleek and competitively priced electric SUV aimed squarely at the likes of the VW ID.4. It looks cracking value against European equivalents, and has a level of polish absent in many of its Chinese rivals. An impressive opening gambit.”
Author: Dan Trent
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Car
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“It’s another nearly car from China. As good as a few aspects of the Changan Deepal S07 are, there are others that are downright bad. The ride comfort and rowdy road noise would be enough to put me off alone, but my issues run deeper than that. The biggest disappointment is definitely the battery tech. A 295 mile range isn’t that great for a battery this size and the rapid charge rate is just plain rubbish.”
Author: Alan Taylor-Jones
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Electrifying.com
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“The Deepal S07 is a bold debut. It’s stylish, packed with tech, and feels impressively plush inside. Factor in the generous spec and sub-£40k price, and it’s a tempting package on paper.”
Author: Vicky Parrott
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Fleetworld
“The days of us being surprised by the quality, performance and capabilities of Chinese cars are firmly consigned to the past and models such as the Deepal S07 reinforce that opinion. The seats are supportive, the screen and menus are easy to use and there is plenty of room in the rear. But the ride isn’t the smoothest and it’s not the fastest SUV on the market.”
Author: John Challen
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Honest John
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“An electric family SUV, it boasts an appealing sub-£40k price tag, Italian design and a particularly upmarket interior that’s loaded with equipment. The suspension has been given a UK makeover too, so it’s better-suited than some new entrants to British roads. It’s a pity the range, DC charging speed and driving position aren’t better, though.”
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Parkers
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6.2 / 10
“There is promise to the Changan Deepal S07, so it’s a shame a few key failings make it hard to recommend.”
Author: Alan Taylor-Jones
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The Independent
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“There’s a lot to like: it looks good, drives well, and feels properly premium inside, while there’s loads of kit on board. But rivals go further and charge faster.”
Author: Steve Fowler
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Top Gear
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“European design and engineering means it looks and drives better than rival Chinese-brand crossovers. But not enough to overcome annoying screen and inefficiency.”
Author: Paul Horrell
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Safety rating
Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP
Overall score: 5 stars
Date tested: December 2024
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Adult protection: 95%
Child protection: 87%
Vulnerable road users: 74%
Safety assist: 77%
Eco rating
Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP
No eco rating
As of November 2025, the Deepal S07 has not been assessed by Green NCAP.
The Green NCAP programme measures exhaust pollution (which is zero for an electric car) and energy efficiency. Electric cars are much more energy-efficient than combustion cars, so the Deepal S07 is likely to score very highly in Green NCAP testing if and when it takes place. Check back again soon.
Running cost rating
Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data
| Battery range | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| EV models | 295 miles | B |
| Electrical efficiency | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| EV models | 3.3 m/KWh | E |
| Insurance group | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| All models | 45 | E |
Initial running costs analysis of the Changan Deepal S07 shows that it’s not the most economical EV on the marketplace by a long way.
Electrical efficiency (the EV equivalent of fuel economy in a petrol or diesel car) is poor, while insurance costs are likely to be higher than average as well.
We don’t yet have five-year servicing and maintenance costs, so this may affect results in either a good or bad way once that data is available. Check back again soon.
Warranty rating
New car warranty information for the Changan Deepal S07
| Overall rating | A | 99% |
| New car warranty duration | 7 years |
| New car warranty mileage | 100,000 miles |
| Battery warranty duration | 8 years |
| Battery warranty mileage | 120,000 miles |
Changan’s new car warranty is one of the best in the new car market, which will give buyers confidence in purchasing a car from a new brand name. The duration is seven years, with a limit of 100,000 miles. Additionally, the battery components come with a separate eight-year/120,000-mile warranty coverage.
Warranty on a used Changan Deepal S07
The Deepal S07 was only launched in the UK in the autumn of 2025, so the first cars will still be under their new car warranty until 2032 – unless they hit their 100,000-mile limit before then.
If you’re looking to buy any used car that is approaching the end of its warranty period, a used car warranty is usually a worthwhile investment. Check out The Car Expert’s guide to the best used car warranty providers, which will probably be cheaper than a warranty sold by a dealer.
Recalls
Official DVSA safety recalls that have been issued for the Deepal S07
As of November 2025, we are not aware of any DVSA vehicle safety recalls affecting the Deepal S07. However, recall information is updated very regularly so this may have changed.
You can check to see if your car has any outstanding recalls by visiting the DVLA website or contacting your local Changan dealer.
Similar cars
If you’re looking at a new or used Deepal S07, you might also be interested in these alternatives.
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More information
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