The Chinese brand, Changan Automobile, will soon enter the European market and presented this Friday the Deepal S07, a fully electric SUV, which will be the brand’s first model to arrive in Europe.
The new Deepal S07 is set to launch in April in the markets of Germany, Norway, Denmark, and the Netherlands, with plans to enter the British market later. In addition to these five European markets, Changan Automobile will expand to five more markets by the end of 2025.
The brand has already announced that the new Deepal S07 will be launched in the German market with a starting price of €45,000, and that the 100% electric SUV will compete with the Tesla Model Y, adopting a similar look to other models from Chinese brands already launched in Europe, such as the Xpeng G6 or the BYD Sealion 7.
With a length of 4.750 meters, the Deepal S07 is equipped with an 80 kWh battery, promising a maximum range of 475 km, which is lower than its rivals from Tesla and BYD, but higher than the Xpeng. The battery powers an electric motor with 215 hp, allowing for acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds.
Inside, the new S07 features a central infotainment system screen measuring 15.6 inches, compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. For rear passengers, there is a touchscreen available that allows control of the climate system and the rear sunshades.
The driver benefits from a standard augmented reality head-up display, along with a 360-degree camera, complemented by a wide range of driver assistance and safety systems, notably including level two autonomous driving.
Changan has already announced that by 2027, it expects to have a lineup of eight models in Europe, consisting of 100% electric and hybrid vehicles. Following the S07, the arrival of the Deepal S05 is planned, aimed at targeting the B-SUV segment. The company, which has factories in China and Thailand, is the 16th largest manufacturer in the world, with sales exceeding 2 million vehicles in 2024. In addition to its own brands, it has joint ventures in China with companies like Ford and Mazda.
