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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