Source type: Changan South Africa official model page and current South African brochure
Changan Deepal S07 vs Suzuki Fronx
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Suzuki Fronx
1.5 GLX AT
Petrol
4-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 372,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 77 kW
🔧 138 Nm
⛽ 17.5 km/l
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Decision summary
Changan Deepal S07 vs Suzuki Fronx: the short answer
Deepal S07 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Fronx.
Fronx starts ZAR 692,000 cheaper
Deepal S07 from ZAR 995,900 · Fronx from ZAR 303,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Deepal S07160 kW | Fronx77 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Deepal S07320 Nm | Fronx138 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Engine Size | Deepal S07Not Applicable | Fronx1462 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Deepal S07Not Applicable | Fronx17.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Deepal S07165 mm | Fronx170 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Deepal S07
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Fronx
Strengths
- Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
General Use
Which One's Right for You?
Deepal S07
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Fronx
- Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Generation | First South African Deepal S07 retail generation in one five-seat configuration. | First generation Fronx on modified Baleno/HEARTECT platform with raised ride height and SUV body; shares K15B engine with Baleno, Ertiga, XL6, and Grand Vitara; developed as Suzuki's response to the growing compact coupe-crossover segment |
| Facelift History | No South African facelift has been announced for the current Deepal S07. | Launched in South Africa in 2023 as a new nameplate — no facelift has been released for the first generation globally as of 2025; the model is in the growth phase of its product lifecycle |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | 2025 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not Applicable | Current |
| Body Style | Coupe SUV | SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Battery-electric mid-size SUV | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger car | SUV |
| Color Note | - | Opulent Red, Grandeur Grey, Arctic White, Midnight Blue, Lucent Orange |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 970 kg |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4750 mm | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1930 mm | 1765 mm |
| Height | 1625 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 165 mm | 170 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 0 l | 37 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 445 l | 304 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2073 kg | 970 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2490 kg | 1420 kg |
| Payload Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 480 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | Not Officially Disclosed | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.75 m | 5.1 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 975 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 955 mm |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1043 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 890 mm |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Single-motor battery-electric powertrain | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Applicable | K15B |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | Not Applicable | 1462 cc |
| Cylinders | Not Applicable | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Applicable | Inline |
| Valves | Not Applicable | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Applicable | 4 |
| Aspiration | Not Applicable | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Not Applicable | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Applicable | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | Not Applicable | 74 mm |
| Stroke | Not Applicable | 85.1 mm |
| Maximum Power | 160 kW | 77 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 320 Nm | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | 1 | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Rear | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | RWD | FWD |
| Transmission | Not Officially Disclosed | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | Not Officially Disclosed | 175 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 13.0 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Selectable drive modes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 79.4 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 142.3 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | 80 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | UHE traction battery (chemistry not disclosed) | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | 500 km (WLTP) | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | 35 min (30-80%) | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Not Officially Disclosed | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | Rear-motor, rear-wheel drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 4.388:1 |
| Number of Gears | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Transmission Type | Not Officially Disclosed | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Not Officially Disclosed | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | 4x2 | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Engine Position | - | Transverse Front-Mounted |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 2.8 |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | Not Applicable | 17.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Applicable | 14.3 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Applicable | 20.8 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | 37 l |
| Emission Standard | Zero tailpipe emissions | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | Not Applicable | 17.5 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | European-standard AC and DC interfaces | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | AC and DC | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | Not Applicable | 37 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | 14.2 kWh/100 km (CLTC); 15.8 kWh/100 km (NEDC) | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ABS | Yes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| Traction Control | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | 2 Rear ISOFIX Points |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Direct TPMS | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Front and rear | All Seats |
| Front Parking Sensors | 2 sensors | Not Available |
| AEB | Yes | Not Available |
| BA | Yes | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | 6 |
| EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | 6 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front and rear outer seats | All Seats |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and rear | All Seats |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| TCS | Yes | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Remote Central Locking |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard — Audible Warning at 120 km/h |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Active Head Restraints on Front Seats |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Not Available |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Standard |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Front and rear | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | 360-Degree Surround View |
| 360 Degree Camera | HD 360-degree panoramic view with transparent chassis | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Parking Sensors | 4 sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | HD 360-degree panoramic view with transparent chassis | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | - | Standard |
| EV Mode | - | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | - | Not Available |
| Front Camera | - | Not Available |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Parking Sensor | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | - | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Reversing Camera | - | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Surround View Camera | HD 360-degree panoramic view with transparent chassis | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Microfiber leather | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Heated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Front | Not Applicable |
| Ambient Lighting | Multicolour LED | Not Applicable |
| Steering Wheel Material | Microfiber leather | Urethane |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 6-way electric with 4-way lumbar support | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Electric; adjustment count not disclosed | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Seat Trim | Shadow Black or Heatwave Orange | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Steering Type | - | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Armrest | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1395 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1370 mm |
| Cup Holders | - | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Not Available |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 0 |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 2 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Fabric Seats | - | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Armrest Front | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 704 |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | 9-inch touchscreen on GLX with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 360-degree surround view camera on GLX, blind-spot monitoring on GLX, automatic climate control on GL+ and GLX, dual front airbags standard, ABS standard, al |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | 2 |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Interior Colours | - | 2 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Not Available |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | All Seats |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Automatic climate control | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Windows | All four windows; one-touch | All Four Windows |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | 40 W | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Sunroof | Full-width panoramic roof | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Yes | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Standard |
| AC Type | Automatic climate control | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 704 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 704 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Manual Fold |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Standard — Driver Height Adjustable |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Not Available |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Speed Limiter | - | Standard |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | - | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | All Four Windows |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | Not Available |
| Engine Warranty | - | 4 Years |
| Front Armrest | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Front Power Outlet | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 5.7 |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Panoramic Roof | Full-width panoramic roof | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | - | All Four Windows |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Defogger | - | Standard |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Rear Wing | - | Not Available |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | All Seats |
| Spare Wheel | Tyre repair kit | Full Size Spare |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Standard |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Voice Command | - | Via Smartphone |
| Voice Command Support | - | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 13.0 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic climate control | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) |
| Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Difflock | - | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Manual Fold |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | - | Standard |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Standard |
| Glove Box | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Not Available |
| Lift Gate | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | - | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Mirror | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Not Available |
| Power Socket 12v | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Remote Central Locking |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| Rim Size | 20-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 16 Inches |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Not Available |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Standard |
| Sonar | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Sound System | 14 | 6 |
| Source Model Column | - | fronx |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Standard |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Monocoque |
| Surround View Monitor | HD 360-degree panoramic view with transparent chassis | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Direct TPMS | Standard |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Unlocking | Yes | Not Available |
| Variant Role | - | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | - | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Not Available |
| Wireless Charger | 40 W | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Android Auto | Yes | Wired Android Auto |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 14 | 6 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 10.2-inch LCD / augmented-reality head-up display | 9-inch Digital Cluster |
| USB Ports | 2 front and 1 rear | 2 |
| Infotainment Screen | 15.6-inch | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Touchscreen | 15.6-inch | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Navigation System | - | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | Wired Android Auto |
| FM Radio | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | - | Via Smartphone |
| AUX Input | - | Not Available |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 15.6-inch | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Not Available |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Standard |
| Infotainment Display | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Audio | - | Standard |
| Audio Speakers | 14 | 6 |
| Audio System | - | Standard |
| Display Audio | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 |
| Multi Information Display | - | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Connected Services | - | Standard |
| Voice Control | - | Via Smartphone |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Radio | - | Standard |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Rear fog lamp | Front Fog Lamps |
| Roof Rails | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | Lunar Rock Grey, Cold Star White, Starshine Black, Blazing Cloud Orange, Stardust Blue | 6 |
| Headlights | Yes | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | - | Plastic Side Body Cladding |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Roof Type | - | Standard Fixed Roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | - | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| DRL | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Led Headlights | Yes | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | LED DRLs |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 5 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | All Four Windows |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Manual Fold |
| Front Fog Lamps | Rear fog lamp | Front Fog Lamps |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Headlamps | Yes | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Headlight Type | Yes | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Slide | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Tilt | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 19 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 23 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | 0 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 0 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 0 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | 1 Rear Tow Hook |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 0 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 19 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 23 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 170 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 170 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | 0 mm |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 255/45 R20 | 195/60 R16 |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Solid disc | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Tyre repair kit | Full Size Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | 20-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 16 Inches |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic parking brake | Conventional Handbrake |
| Wheel Type | - | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 262 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 210 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 89 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | H |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre repair kit | Full Size Spare |
| Tyre Type | - | 195/60 R16 |
| Wheel Diameter | 20-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 16 Inches |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Not Available |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Urethane |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full Size Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Urethane |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Direct TPMS | Standard |
| Wheel Material | - | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 16 Inches |
| Wheels | - | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson independent | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link independent | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Front Track Width | - | 1510 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1510 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | - | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Chassis Material | - | Monocoque |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson independent | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link independent | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km | 133 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | Not Available |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Noise Level | - | 68 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | VVT on Intake Camshaft |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | 93 RON Unleaded |
| Particulate Filter | - | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | Within Euro 5 Limits |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 133 |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 years / 90,000 km maintenance plan | Not Included |
| Service Interval | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Approx Service Cost | - | Approx R2,000–R2,500 per Service |
| Battery Warranty | - | 12 Months |
| Maintenance Plan | - | Not Included |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.7 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| First Service At | - | 1,000 km Inspection |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 years / 90,000 km maintenance plan | Not Included |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 years / 90,000 km maintenance plan | Not Included |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Underbody Rust Protection |
| Service Intervals | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Current South African derivative | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 995900 ZAR | 372900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 995900 | 372900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 995900 | 372900 |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | Vehicle: 5 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 150,000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Years | Vehicle: 5 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 150,000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | Vehicle: 5 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 150,000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion |
| Basic Warranty | Vehicle: 5 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 150,000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 6.0 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 8.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 4.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 6.0 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 0 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Deepal S07 and Fronx comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Deepal S07 65 vs Fronx 31.
Efficiency index: Deepal S07 90 vs Fronx 67.
Safety-equipment index: Deepal S07 92 vs Fronx 87.
Practicality index: Deepal S07 66 vs Fronx 57.
Ownership-cover index: Deepal S07 not separately scored vs Fronx 71.
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.
Model imagery
Deepal S07 and Fronx image comparison
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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-index readout
Deepal S07 leads by 16 points
Deepal S07 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Fronx.
Evidence leader
77
/100
Lead
16
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 16 points
61
#2
Fronx
89% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 87
Check
Performance 31
Performance
31
Efficiency
67
Safety
87
Practicality
57
Ownership
71
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Deepal S07 +34
Efficiency
Deepal S07 +23
Safety
Deepal S07 +5
Practicality
Deepal S07 +9
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Deepal S07
Performance
65/100
Efficiency
90/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
66/100
Fronx
Performance
31/100
Efficiency
67/100
Safety
87/100
Practicality
57/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Changan Deepal S07
leads the specification evidence index with 77 pts
vs 61 pts for Fronx
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Deepal S07 leads. However, Fronx may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Deepal S07 vs Fronx questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa 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.