Deepal S07 vs Cupra Formentor
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Deepal S07

$39,980 - $53,198

2025 price

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Cupra Formentor

$49,990 - $94,990

2026 price

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Summary

2025 Deepal S07

2026 Cupra Formentor

By Andrew Chesterton

By Jack Quick

Safety Rating

Electric motor type

Permanent Magnet

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Vehicle type

Battery Electric

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Electric range

475 km

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Energy consumption

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Battery capacity

79.97 kWh

Seating

Likes

Street-smart looks
Spacious and practical boot
Well-priced and equipped

Well-equipped
Massive range boost for PHEV
Fun and engaging to drive

Dislikes

Incessant bonging of safety systems
Comfortable but uninspiring drive
Slow 'fast' charging

Small boot in PHEV
Formentor S runs out of puff
Lots of tyre roar

2025 Deepal S07 Summary

You’re getting flooded with new electric mid-size SUVs from China, I know. But if you’re struggling to recall them all, just remember – this is the good-looking one.

It’s the Deepal S07, the spearhead for the Deepal brand's new presence in Australia, and I reckon it looks damn sharp.

But is there substance to match the style? And can it take on the likes of the Kia EV5, Tesla Model Y and XPeng G6?

Let's find out, shall we?

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2026 Cupra Formentor Summary

We’ve waited more than two years and it’s finally here.

Cupra has introduced the updated version of its most popular car in Australia, the Formentor.

A spicy small SUV rival to the likes of the Mini Countryman, BMW X2 and Audi Q3, among others, this design-led small SUV is now offered in more flavours than ever before.

It’s our first time testing out this updated Formentor on local soil, so read on to see how it stacks up.

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2025 Deepal S07 2026 Cupra Formentor

Verdict

The Deepal S07 has the makings of a great family friendly EV, but with some quirks that really need to be ironed out.

Verdict

It’s clear that Cupra has listened to feedback as this updated Formentor addresses many key criticisms of the pre-update car. Overall it makes it easier to live with and to recommend than before.

Although the VZe's updated PHEV powertrain offers double the amount of electric range, the V forms as a sweet spot of the line-up as it offers all the power and equipment you'd ever need. It's hard to look past the top-spec VZx though as power is a drug.

Note: CarsGuide attended this event as a guest of the manufacturer, with travel, accommodation and meals provided.

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Deepal S07 vs Cupra Formentor
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