Volkswagen Tayron vs Deepal S07
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Volkswagen Tayron

$48,950 - $76,550

2026 price

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Deepal S07

$45,990 - $54,014

2025 price

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Summary

2026 Volkswagen Tayron

2025 Deepal S07

By Emily Agar

By Andrew Chesterton

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo 4, 2.0L

Not Applicable, 0.0L

Fuel Type

Unleaded Petrol

Electric

Fuel Efficiency

8.6L/100km (combined)

0.0L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Thoughtful family features
Comfortable daily driver
Great boot space

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

Dislikes

Lacks the finesse and power of Touareg
Third row is still a 'sometimes seat'
Expensive ownership

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

2026 Volkswagen Tayron Summary

Volkswagen has a new large SUV in the Tayron (pronounced TIE-ron), and it arrives with a fair bit riding on it. Replacing the Tiguan Allspace and taking on some of the duties left by the departing Touareg, it’s now the brand’s key seven-seat family offering.

We’re testing the flagship 195TSI R-Line with established petrol rivals like the Kia Sorento GT-Line, Skoda Kodiaq RS and Toyota Kluger Grande in mind. After a few weeks of school-holiday mayhem, complete with feral kids, does it sink or swim?

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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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Deep dive comparison

2026 Volkswagen Tayron 2025 Deepal S07

Verdict

So, does the new Volkswagen Tayron 195TSI R-Line sink or swim? It's definitely swimming as it delivers a solid blend of features and comforts for families seeking a 'sometime' seven-seater. It's not yet on the podium as it doesn’t hit every mark. Purchase price and servicing costs may put some buyers off but it packs in a number of thoughtful, family-oriented features. Whether it will go on to become Volkswagen’s standout seven-seat offering remains to be seen, but it’s a capable, well-rounded option in the segment.

Verdict

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

Volkswagen Tayron vs Deepal S07 What's the difference?

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Volkswagen Tayron vs Deepal S07
What's the difference?