Honda CR-V vs Changan Deepal S07

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.

Honda CR-V in South Africa

Honda CR-V

2.0 Hybrid e:HEV Hybrid e-CVT Current
ZAR 819,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 204 kW 🔧 335 Nm ⛽ 20 km/l
VS
Changan Deepal S07 in South Africa

Changan Deepal S07

Deepal S07 Electric Current
ZAR 995,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 160 kW 🔧 320 Nm
＋ Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

Honda CR-V vs Changan Deepal S07: the short answer

CR-V and Deepal S07 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.

CR-V starts ZAR 306,000 cheaper CR-V from ZAR 689,900 · Deepal S07 from ZAR 995,900

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification CR-V Deepal S07
Maximum Power CR-V204 kW Deepal S07160 kW
Maximum Torque CR-V335 Nm Deepal S07320 Nm
Engine Size CR-V1993 cc Deepal S07Not Applicable
Combined Fuel Economy CR-V20 km/l Deepal S07Not Applicable
Ground Clearance CR-V198 mm Deepal S07165 mm

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

CR-V

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
Weak Spots
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to: Published Performance
Specification evidence leader

Deepal S07

Strengths
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
Best suited to: Published Efficiency

Which One's Right for You?

CR-V

  • Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures

Deepal S07

  • Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
  • Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec CR-V Deepal S07
Model Introduced Year 2023 2025
Generation Built on Honda’s global SUV platform with focus on comfort and safety First South African Deepal S07 retail generation in one five-seat configuration.
Facelift History Latest generation introduced with improved design, features, and safety technology No South African facelift has been announced for the current Deepal S07.
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version Not Applicable
Facelift Version Ending Current Not Applicable
Body Style SUV Coupe SUV
Color Note White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue, Red -
Dealer Stock Note Top grade in the South Africa lineup -
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status active active
Segment SUV Battery-electric mid-size SUV
Tare Mass Kg 1750 kg -
Vehicle Type SUV Passenger car
Spec CR-V Deepal S07
Length 4690 mm 4750 mm
Width 1860 mm 1930 mm
Height 1690 mm 1625 mm
Wheelbase 2700 mm 2900 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) 198 mm 165 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) 198 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 l 0 l
Boot/Cargo Space 497 l 445 l
Kerb Weight 1750 kg 2073 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 2250 kg 2490 kg
Payload Capacity 500 kg Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity 1500 kg Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Rows 2 rows 2 rows
Doors 5 doors Not Officially Disclosed
Minimum Turning Radius 5.7 m 5.75 m
Front Headroom 970 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom 970 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom 1049 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom 1041 mm Not Officially Disclosed

In depth: how these cars differ

This CR-V and Deepal S07 comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.

Performance index: CR-V 77 vs Deepal S07 65.

Efficiency index: CR-V 80 vs Deepal S07 90.

Safety-equipment index: CR-V 91 vs Deepal S07 92.

Practicality index: CR-V 66 vs Deepal S07 66.

Ownership-cover index: CR-V 60 vs Deepal S07 not separately scored.

These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.

Specification Evidence Index

A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.

Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout

Deepal S07 leads by 1 points

CR-V and Deepal S07 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.

Evidence leader 77 /100
Lead 1 points
Data 58% source coverage
77
#1 Evidence leader

Deepal S07

58% source coverage 2 strong categories
Best at Safety 92 Check Performance 65
Performance 65
Efficiency 90
Safety 92
Practicality 66
Leads by 1 points
76
#2

CR-V

94% source coverage 3 strong categories
Best at Safety 91 Check Ownership 60
Performance 77
Efficiency 80
Safety 91
Practicality 66
Ownership 60
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance CR-V +12 Efficiency Deepal S07 +10 Safety Deepal S07 +1 Practicality Level

Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.

Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader

Deepal S07

Performance 65/100
Efficiency 90/100
Safety 92/100
Practicality 66/100

CR-V

Performance 77/100
Efficiency 80/100
Safety 91/100
Practicality 66/100
Ownership 60/100

What the evidence means

Evidence index Changan Deepal S07 leads the specification evidence index with 77 pts vs 76 pts for CR-V

In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Deepal S07 leads. However, CR-V may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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CR-V vs Deepal S07 questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.

Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.

Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.

A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.

Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.

Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.