Play<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\nAt this point, it\u2019s probably a good idea to address the name, because I had numerous people tell me it sounds goofy. It\u2019s not entirely clear how the name Deepal came about. The brand\u2019s name in its native tongue is \u6df1\u84dd (sh\u0113n l\u00e1n), which, if directly translated, should be Deep Blue. The model name, S07, doesn\u2019t exactly roll off the tongue either. But if you can look past this matter, there\u2019s a lot to like.<\/p>\n
To start, I think the styling is a highlight. Sure, it still looks somewhat generic\u2014there\u2019s a slight whiff of Tesla and BYD about it\u2014but most people I showed it to said it looks handsome. It helps that it comes in interesting colours. Sadly, the test car was Comet White, which I don\u2019t think is the best. I saw units in Sunset Orange and Cosmic Yellow in the showroom and thought those looked considerably more attractive.<\/p>\n\nDoesn\u2019t this Orange interior remind you of the tan interiors of Ferraris? Note the complete absence of physical buttons.<\/p>\n
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Happily, the test car came with the Orange interior, which I\u2019m fond of because not only does it liven things up, it also stands out from the scores of dull grey, black, and white interiors that plague modern cars. It\u2019s also reminiscent of the tan interiors that you find in Ferraris<\/b>, which probably isn\u2019t all that surprising because Deepal is keen to point out that the S07 was designed in Turin, Italy. The gigantic glass roof helps accentuate the space inside. My only gripe is that while everything looks chic, the aircon vents are placed far too low and don\u2019t do a good job of cooling your face and head on a very hot day.<\/p>\n
Like most modern cars, the driving environment is sparse. There\u2019s no conventional instrument cluster. Instead, an informative HUD shows critical information like speed and navigation to help drivers keep their eyes on the road. Then, there\u2019s a huge 15.6-inch touchscreen display for your infotainment and HVAC controls. There are no physical buttons. <\/p>\n\nThanks to sleek and sharp lines, the side profile is perhaps the S07\u2019s most attractive angle.<\/p>\n
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The system is powered by a Qualcomm 8155 chipset<\/b> and runs Deepal OS, which feels like a tablet OS being shoehorned into a car. Settings are hard to find, and the entire interface isn\u2019t the most intuitive. Even so, I have to concede that it\u2019s likely owners will eventually get used to it over time. If it\u2019s any consolation, at least the system feels fast and responsive.<\/p>\n
Inside, families will be pleased with the practicality on offer. There is loads of space for your limbs and storage for your stuff. The amount of rear legroom is fantastic, easily rivalling larger cars. Up front, the frunk offers 125L of capacity, which is very usable and will easily accommodate most shopping; the rear boot has a capacity of 445L, which can be expanded to a massive 1,385L by folding the rear seats down. <\/p>\n\nRear legroom is great. I\u2019m 1.8 metres and I have tons of room in the back.<\/p>\n
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Unlike its rivals, the S07 is only available in a single variant. You get 218hp <\/b>and 320nm of torque<\/b>. Its performance won\u2019t keep you pinned in the seats, but it\u2019s sufficiently quick for our roads. It\u2019s more potent than the Cat A version of the Tesla Model Y (147hp), but it\u2019s down on power when compared to the extended range version of the Sealion (308hp) that is the base model here in Singapore. The upside is that its road tax remains somewhat manageable at S$1,853 a year.<\/p>\n
The ride is mostly good\u2014only the most poorly paved roads will unsettle it\u2014and the cabin lets in very little wind and road noises. Owners will also be delighted to learn that it has adjustable regenerative braking, so it\u2019s possible to get the S07 to coast like a traditional ICE car when you are off the throttle, though this will likely cost you some range. <\/p>\n\nThe power consumption is really quite low, which means the range is good.<\/p>\n
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Deepal claims a range of 475km based on the WLTP standard, and that claim seems entirely tenable. Over a weekend, I recorded an average energy consumption figure of 15.1kWh\/100km over 335km of driving<\/b>. And this is with its regenerative braking set to a lowly 20%. Since it has an 80kWh battery, that means it\u2019s quite possible to manage over 500km on a full charge. That\u2019s more than the Cat A Model Y I tested, though, to be fair, that car has a much smaller 60kWh battery.<\/p>\n
My main annoyance with the way the S07 drives is with its overly eager safety systems. The lane departure system is especially heavy-handed and will intervene at the mere suggestion that you are straying close to the lines. What\u2019s equally annoying is that you have to disable it every time you start the car, and that means diving deep into the car\u2019s menus and settings.<\/p>\n\nIt\u2019s priced competitively and is a compelling alternative for readers who don\u2019t like to follow the crowd.<\/p>\n
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In a market flooded with many same-same electric SUVs, the Deepal S07 stands out for its more interesting interior, stylish looks, and overall practicality. Crucially, with prices starting at S$218,999<\/b>, it\u2019s priced competitively too. If you are shopping for an electric SUV in this price category, it\u2019s prudent to pay Deepal a visit first. You might not need to go down to the BYD and Tesla showrooms thereafter.<\/p>\nAvailability and pricing<\/h2>\n
The Deepal S07 is available now and prices start at S$218,888 (inclusive COE)<\/b>. For more information, go to Deepal.sg.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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