Deepal S07 facelift 2024 1.5L 31.73 kWh (238 Hp) Extended Range


Overall Rating

7.7 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 4.0 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 4.0 / 5
Comfort 4.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

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)

facelift 2024 Overview:

Deepal S07 (facelift 2024). Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.7 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.

1.5L 31.73 kWh (238 Hp) Extended Range Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

Offers strong electric-assisted acceleration with 238 Hp, achieving 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds, suitable for confident overtakes and responsive city driving.

Fuel Economy

Excellent extended range capabilities with a 31.73 kWh battery providing 215 km of all-electric range, complemented by a 1.5L petrol engine for longer journeys.

Best Use Case: Versatile for both daily urban commuting on electric power and longer highway trips with the extended range.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Diverse powertrain options including PHEV and pure EV.
  • • Generous all-electric range for PHEV variants.
  • • Spacious interior with good trunk capacity.
  • • Modern design and advanced powertrain architecture.

Cons:

  • • Limited international market presence and support.
  • • Euro NCAP safety rating unavailable.
  • • Acceleration figures for higher HP PHEV variant are counter-intuitive.

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(S7: February, 2023 - July, 2024).

General:
Brand:Deepal
Model:S07
Generation:facelift 2024
Modification (Engine):1.5L 31.73 kWh (238 Hp) Extended Range
Start of production:July, 2024
Powertrain Architecture:PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
Body type:SUV
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Engine systems:Start & Stop System
Power:95 Hp [0hp less]
Engine Model/Code:JL473QJ More details about the engine JL473QJ
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol / electricity
Emission standard:China VI b
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:7.7 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:7.7 sec
Maximum speed:180 km/h
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:7.3 sec
Space:
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1385 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:445 l
Fuel tank capacity:45 l
Size:
Length:4750 mm mm [Same length.]
Width:1930 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1625 mm mm [Same height.]
Wheelbase:2900 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1640 mm
Rear (Back) track:1650 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureOne electric motor drives the rear wheels. The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the generator only, with no mechanical connection to the drive.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of gears1
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringElectric Steering
Wheel rims size19; 20
Front suspensionIndependent type McPherson
Rear suspensionIndependent multi-link suspension
Electric:
Gross battery capacity:31.73 kWh
Battery technology:Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO
Battery location:Below the floor
System power:238 Hp
System torque:320 Nm
All-electric range:215 km
All-electric range (CLTC):215 km
Electric motor power:238 Hp
Electric motor Torque:320 Nm
Electric motor location:Rear axle, Transverse
Electric motor type:Synchronous

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