Changan Deepal S07 vs Hyundai i20
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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Hyundai i20
1.0T Fluid
Petrol
6-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 328,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 74 kW
🔧 172 Nm
⛽ 14.5 km/l
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Decision summary
Changan Deepal S07 vs Hyundai i20: the short answer
Deepal S07 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over i20.
i20 starts ZAR 699,000 cheaper
Deepal S07 from ZAR 995,900 · i20 from ZAR 296,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Deepal S07160 kW | i2074 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Deepal S07320 Nm | i20172 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Engine Size | Deepal S07Not Applicable | i20998 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Deepal S07Not Applicable | i2014.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Deepal S07165 mm | i20195 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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Hyundai i20
1.0T Fluid
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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
i20
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
i20
- Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2025 | 2008 |
| Generation | First South African Deepal S07 retail generation in one five-seat configuration. | Third generation i20 on the K2 platform; sold in SA with 1.0T three-cylinder turbo across all variants |
| Facelift History | No South African facelift has been announced for the current Deepal S07. | Third generation launched globally in 2020 and arrived in SA shortly after; significant improvement over the second gen in styling, tech, and driving dynamics |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | 2020 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not Applicable | Current |
| Body Style | Coupe SUV | Hatchback |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Battery-electric mid-size SUV | Hatchback |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger car | Hatchback |
| Color Note | - | White, Black, Silver, Blue, Red, Yellow |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Fluid grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1135 kg |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4750 mm | 4040 mm |
| Width | 1930 mm | 1775 mm |
| Height | 1625 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 165 mm | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 0 l | 40 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 445 l | 352 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2073 kg | 1135 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2490 kg | 1610 kg |
| Payload Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 475 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 | 5.2 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Single-motor battery-electric powertrain | 1-litre Turbocharged Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Applicable | G3LE |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | Not Applicable | 998 cc |
| Cylinders | Not Applicable | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Applicable | Inline |
| Valves | Not Applicable | 12 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Applicable | 4 |
| Aspiration | Not Applicable | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Not Applicable | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Applicable | 10.0:1 |
| Bore | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 160 kW | 74 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 320 Nm | 172 Nm @ 1500 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 | 6-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | Not Officially Disclosed | 185 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 11.0 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Selectable drive modes | Eco, Normal |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 65.2 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 151.5 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 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Not Officially Disclosed | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual |
| Drivetrain Layout | Rear-motor, rear-wheel drive | FWD |
| LSD Available | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | Not Officially Disclosed | 7 |
| Transmission Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual |
| Drivetrain | RWD | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 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 | No |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Not Officially Disclosed | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | 4x2 | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | Not Officially Disclosed | 7 |
| Engine Position | - | Front |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | Not Applicable | 14.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Applicable | 11.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Applicable | 17.1 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | 40 l |
| Emission Standard | Zero tailpipe emissions | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Real-world Mileage | Not Applicable | 14.5 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 | 40 |
| 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 |
| Distance To Empty | - | Yes |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Direct TPMS | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Front and rear | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | 2 sensors | Front & Rear |
| AEB | Yes | No |
| BA | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front and rear outer seats | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and rear | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| TCS | Yes | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Alarm System | - | Yes |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Safety Rating | - | Not Rated (SA) |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Yes |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Front and rear | Front & Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | HD 360-degree panoramic view with transparent chassis | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | No |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | No |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Yes | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | 4 sensors | Front & Rear |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | HD 360-degree panoramic view with transparent chassis | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | - | Yes |
| Eco Mode | - | Yes |
| EV Mode | - | No |
| Sport Mode | - | No |
| Emergency Braking | - | No |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Front & Rear |
| Parking Sensor | - | Front & Rear |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | No |
| Rear View Camera | - | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | - | Yes |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Microfiber leather | Leather-Look |
| Heated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Front |
| Ventilated Seats | Front | No |
| Ambient Lighting | Multicolour LED | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Material | Microfiber leather | Leather |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 6-way electric with 4-way lumbar support | Manual |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Electric; adjustment count not disclosed | Manual |
| Seat Trim | Shadow Black or Heatwave Orange | Leather-Look |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Manual |
| Steering Type | - | Electric |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60/40 Split |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Rear Armrest | - | No |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Cup Holders | - | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | No |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Analogue + MID |
| Interior Colour Options | - | Black |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | Manual |
| Cooled Seats | - | No |
| Fabric Seats | - | Yes |
| Front Headrest | - | Yes |
| Leather Seats | - | No |
| Memory Seats | - | No |
| Rear Headrest | - | Yes |
| Armrest Front | - | Yes |
| Armrest Rear | - | No |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 1165 |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on Fluid, digital instrument cluster, sporty flat-bottom steering wheel, quality-feeling interior |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Leather-Look |
| Interior Colours | - | Black |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | No |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60/40 Split |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Automatic climate control | Auto Climate Control |
| Power Windows | All four windows; one-touch | All |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | 40 W | Yes |
| Sunroof | Full-width panoramic roof | Sunroof |
| Electric Tailgate | Yes | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | No |
| AC Type | Automatic climate control | Auto Climate Control |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | No |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1165 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1165 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Power Adjustable |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 12V |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | No |
| Boot Opener | - | Inside |
| Climate Zones | - | 1 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | - | 4 |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | - | Yes |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 6.9 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Inside |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Manual |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | Full-width panoramic roof | Sunroof |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60/40 Split |
| Rear Wing | - | Yes |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Leather-Look |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Skid Plates | - | Not Available |
| Spare Wheel | Tyre repair kit | Spare Wheel |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Yes |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | Yes |
| Telescopic Steering | - | No |
| Tilt Steering | - | Yes |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Yes |
| Voice Command | - | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | - | Yes |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 11.0 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic climate control | Auto Climate Control |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Yes |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection |
| Diff Lock | - | No |
| Difflock | - | No |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Analogue + MID |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | - | Yes |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Yes |
| Glove Box | - | Yes |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Yes |
| 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 | - | Auto Climate Control |
| Mirror | - | Power Adjustable |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Yes |
| Power Socket 12v | - | 12V |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | Yes |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | No |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | No |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Power Adjustable |
| Rim Size | 20-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 16 |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | No |
| Sonar | - | Front & Rear |
| Sound System | 14 | 8 Bose Premium |
| Source Model Column | - | i20 |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Monocoque |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Direct TPMS | Yes |
| Trim Level | - | fluid |
| Unlocking | Yes | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Yes |
| Variant Role | - | Mid-to-high value derivative |
| Vdc | - | Yes |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | 40 W | Yes |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 14 | 8 Bose Premium |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 10.2-inch LCD / augmented-reality head-up display | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| USB Ports | 2 front and 1 rear | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C |
| Infotainment Screen | 15.6-inch | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Touchscreen | 15.6-inch | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Navigation System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | - | Yes |
| AUX Input | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 15.6-inch | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | - | Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | Yes |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 14 | 8 Bose Premium |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Display Audio | - | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C |
| Multi Information Display | - | Analogue + MID |
| Connected Services | - | Yes |
| Voice Control | - | Yes |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Yes |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Rear fog lamp | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Exterior Colour Options | Lunar Rock Grey, Cold Star White, Starshine Black, Blazing Cloud Orange, Stardust Blue | Polar White, Aurora Grey, Phantom Black, Fiery Red |
| Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | Sunroof |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Roof Type | - | Sunroof |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Power Adjustable |
| Rear Wiper | - | Yes |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Coloured |
| Body Type | - | Hatchback |
| DRL | LED | LED |
| Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Led Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Led Taillights | - | Yes |
| Auto Headlights | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | LED |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Sunroof |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body Coloured |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Power Adjustable |
| Front Fog Lamps | Rear fog lamp | Yes |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Yes |
| Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Yes | Yes |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Terrain Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 20 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 20 deg |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 20 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | - |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 195 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 | - | - |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 255/45 R20 | 205/45 R17 |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Solid disc | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Tyre repair kit | Spare Wheel |
| Wheel Rim Size | 20-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 16 |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic parking brake | Manual |
| Wheel Type | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 256 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 262 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Manual |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 91 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | H |
| Brake Type Front | - | Disc (Ventilated) |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre repair kit | Spare Wheel |
| Tyre Type | - | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Diameter | 20-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 16 |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Manual |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | No |
| Brakes | - | Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Yes |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Manual |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Yes |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Spare Wheel |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Direct TPMS | Yes |
| Wheel Material | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 16 |
| Wheels | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson independent | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link independent | Torsion Beam |
| Front Track Width | - | 1551 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1565 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | - | Electric |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil |
| Chassis Material | - | Monocoque |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson independent | MacPherson Strut |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Torsion Beam |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link independent | Torsion Beam |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km | 110 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | No |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | Yes |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | Unleaded 95 |
| Particulate Filter | - | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 6 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 110 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Yes |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 110 |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 years / 90,000 km maintenance plan | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Battery Warranty | - | 4 |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.6 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 15000 |
| First Service At | - | 15000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 years / 90,000 km maintenance plan | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 years / 90,000 km maintenance plan | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Alternator | - | 120A |
| Service Intervals | - | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Accessory Battery Type | - | Lead-acid |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Current South African derivative | Fluid |
| Price Zar | 995900 ZAR | 328900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 995900 | 328900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 995900 | 328900 |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 5 Years |
| Basic Warranty | Vehicle: 5 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 150,000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Deepal S07 and i20 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 i20 37.
Efficiency index: Deepal S07 90 vs i20 59.
Safety-equipment index: Deepal S07 92 vs i20 84.
Practicality index: Deepal S07 66 vs i20 61.
Ownership-cover index: Deepal S07 not separately scored vs i20 65.
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 i20 image comparison
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Changan Deepal S07
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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 i20.
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
i20
93% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 84
Check
Performance 37
Performance
37
Efficiency
59
Safety
84
Practicality
61
Ownership
65
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Deepal S07 +28
Efficiency
Deepal S07 +31
Safety
Deepal S07 +8
Practicality
Deepal S07 +5
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
i20
Performance
37/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
61/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Changan Deepal S07
leads the specification evidence index with 77 pts
vs 61 pts for i20
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Deepal S07 leads. However, i20 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 i20 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.