Deepal S07 vs Volkswagen Tiguan
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Deepal S07

$39,980 - $53,198

2025 price

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Volkswagen Tiguan

$36,990 - $75,990

2025 price

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Summary

2025 Deepal S07

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan

By Andrew Chesterton

By Tom White

Safety Rating

Electric motor type

Permanent Magnet

Turbo 4, 1.4L

Vehicle type

Battery Electric

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Electric range

475 km

7.7L/100km (combined)

Energy consumption

—

Battery capacity

79.97 kWh

Seating

Likes

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

The driver's mid-size SUV
Straightforward, well-equipped range
Super practical cabin

Dislikes

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

Hybrid? Look elsewhere
One too many touch controls
Ride harsher than expected

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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2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Summary

The third-generation Volkswagen Tiguan is likely to be the most important new vehicle Volkswagen launches in 2025.

The popular mid-sizer has proven to have impressive staying power for the brand, with the outgoing version still impressing buyers despite being nearly a decade old.

What does this ground-up new version change? Does it have what it takes to maintain the nameplate’s reputation in one of Australia’s most hotly contested market segments? And what are some surprises this time around?

We went to its local launch to find out.

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Deep dive comparison

2025 Deepal S07 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan

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

The new Tiguan is as confident as ever in its identity, even in such a crowded mid-size SUV space where there are so many models worthy of your attention.

No matter which version you choose, this is still the mid-size SUV for a driving enthusiast who doesn’t quite have premium dollars to spend.

While it may not quite expand its appeal as much as the brand hopes precluding a hybrid variant, those who are choosing this as their family hauler for the right reasons won’t be disappointed.

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

Deepal S07 vs Volkswagen Tiguan What's the difference?

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Deepal S07 vs Volkswagen Tiguan
What's the difference?