Source type: Changan South Africa official model page and current South African brochure
Changan Deepal S07 vs Isuzu MU-X
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.
Isuzu MU-X
Decision summary
Changan Deepal S07 vs Isuzu MU-X: the short answer
Deepal S07 and MU-X are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Five key differences
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| Specification | Deepal S07 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Deepal S07160 kW | MU-X110 kW @ 3600 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Deepal S07320 Nm | MU-X350 Nm |
| Engine Size | Deepal S07Not Applicable | MU-X3000 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Deepal S07Not Applicable | MU-X13.2 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Deepal S07165 mm | MU-X235 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: ISUZU MU-X Specification Book Rev17
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Isuzu MU-X
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Deepal S07
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
MU-X
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Deepal S07
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
MU-X
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Deepal S07 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2025 | 2013 |
| Generation | First South African Deepal S07 retail generation in one five-seat configuration. | Current generation MU-X built on Isuzu D-Max platform |
| Facelift History | No South African facelift has been announced for the current Deepal S07. | Latest updates improved styling and safety tech |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | Original current-generation version |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not Applicable | Current |
| Body Style | Coupe SUV | 7-seat SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | MY26 |
| Production Status | active | published |
| Segment | Battery-electric mid-size SUV | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger car | SUV |
| Color Note | - | White, Black, Silver, Grey, Red |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | - | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.0 DDi LSE 4x4 AT |
| Gross Combined Mass Kg | - | 5900 kg |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 2080 kg |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
| Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Height | 1625 mm | 1825 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 2855 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 165 mm | 235 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 0 l | 80 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 445 l | - |
| Kerb Weight | 2073 kg | 2080 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2490 kg | 2800 kg |
| Payload Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 659 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 3500 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | - |
| Doors | Not Officially Disclosed | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.75 m | 11.4 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Single-motor battery-electric powertrain | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Engine Code | Not Applicable | 4JJ3 |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | Not Applicable | 3000 cc |
| Cylinders | Not Applicable | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | Not Applicable | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Applicable | 4 |
| Aspiration | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel System | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Compression Ratio | Not Applicable | 16.3:1 |
| Bore | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 160 kW | 110 kW @ 3600 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| 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 | 4WD |
| Transmission | Not Officially Disclosed | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 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 | 52.9 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 168.3 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 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Not Officially Disclosed | Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | Rear-motor, rear-wheel drive | 4WD / AWD |
| LSD Available | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Officially Disclosed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Transmission Type | Not Officially Disclosed | 6 Speed Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | RWD | 4WD / AWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Officially Disclosed | Available |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Available |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Available where 4WD low range is fitted |
| 4WD Selector | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Available where 4WD low range is fitted |
| Axle Layout | 4x2 | 4WD / AWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Transmission Speeds | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Drive Mode Selector | - | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Gear Knob Trim | - | Leather / Piano Black |
| Gear Ratio 1st | - | 3.600 |
| Gear Ratio 2nd | - | 2.090 |
| Gear Ratio 3rd | - | 1.488 |
| Gear Ratio 4th | - | 1.000 |
| Gear Ratio 5th | - | 0.687 |
| Gear Ratio 6th | - | 0.580 |
| Gear Ratio Reverse | - | 3.732 |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Standard |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | Not Applicable | 13.2 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Applicable | 10.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Applicable | 15.4 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | 80 l |
| Emission Standard | Zero tailpipe emissions | Not Applicable |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | Not Applicable | 13.2 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 | 80 |
| 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 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | Standard |
| ABS | Yes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| Traction Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Direct TPMS | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Front and rear | Standard |
| Front Parking Sensors | 2 sensors | Standard |
| AEB | Yes | Standard |
| BA | Yes | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Standard |
| EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front and rear outer seats | Standard |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and rear | Standard |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| TCS | Yes | Not Available |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | Driver |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Standard |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | Standard |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | Standard |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Standard |
| Far Side Airbag | - | Standard |
| Front Seat Side Airbags | - | Standard |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | - | Standard |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Standard |
| Parking Sensors | Front and rear | Front & Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | HD 360-degree panoramic view with transparent chassis | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Standard |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | Standard |
| Auto Wipers | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | 4 sensors | Front & Rear |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | HD 360-degree panoramic view with transparent chassis | Standard |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Standard |
| Auto Lights | - | Standard |
| EV Mode | - | Not Available |
| Driver Monitoring | - | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | - | Standard |
| Front Camera | - | Standard |
| Multi Collision Braking | - | Standard |
| Occupant Detection Sensor | - | Passengers |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Front & Rear |
| Parking Sensor | - | Front & Rear |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Standard |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | - | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Standard |
| Reversing Camera | - | Standard |
| Surround View Camera | HD 360-degree panoramic view with transparent chassis | Standard |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Microfiber leather | Partial Leather |
| Heated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Front | Not Applicable |
| Ambient Lighting | Multicolour LED | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Microfiber leather | Not Applicable |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 6-way electric with 4-way lumbar support | Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Electric; adjustment count not disclosed | Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way |
| Seat Trim | Shadow Black or Heatwave Orange | Partial Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way |
| Steering Type | - | Hydraulic |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Rear Armrest | - | Standard with 2 cupholders |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear USB Ports | - | Standard |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Standard, 7-inch with decoration |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 5 |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way |
| Fabric Seats | - | Partial Leather |
| Armrest Rear | - | Standard with 2 cupholders |
| Driver Seat | - | Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way |
| Front Seats Configuration | - | 2 x Bucket Reclining |
| Heated Front Seats | - | Standard |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Standard |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Partial Leather |
| Interior Colours | - | 5 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Standard with 2 cupholders |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Standard |
| Second Row Seat Configuration | - | Bench 60:40 Fold-Flat |
| Third Row Seat Configuration | - | Bench 50:50 Fold-Flat |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Automatic climate control | Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents |
| Power Windows | All four windows; one-touch | All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Standard |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | 40 W | Not Available |
| Sunroof | Full-width panoramic roof | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Yes | Power with step sensor and control switch |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Not Available |
| AC Type | Automatic climate control | Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Auto Dimming |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | Not Applicable |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 2 |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Auto Dimming |
| Climate Zones | - | Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer |
| Front Power Outlet | - | 2 |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 7.6 |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Intercooler | - | Standard |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | - | All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer |
| Rear Wing | - | Standard |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Partial Leather |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Standard |
| Side Steps | - | Standard / Very Dark Magnetite |
| Skid Plates | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Spare Wheel | Tyre repair kit | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Standard |
| Tail Lamps | - | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic climate control | Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Standard |
| B Pillar Blackout | - | Standard |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Standard, 7-inch with decoration |
| Front Bumper Colour | - | Gloss Black / Body Colour |
| Front Final Drive Ratio | - | 3.727 |
| Front Reading Lamps | - | Standard |
| Front Wiper | - | Auto, Rain Sensing |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Auto, Rain Sensing |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Standard |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Standard |
| Lift Gate | - | Power with step sensor and control switch |
| 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 with rear cabin cooling vents |
| Mirror | - | All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer |
| Mudflaps | - | Front & Rear |
| Oil Pan Guard | - | Standard |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Standard |
| Power Socket 12v | - | 2 |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Power with step sensor and control switch |
| Pre Air Cleaner | - | Standard |
| Reading Lights Front | - | Standard |
| Rear Bumper Colour | - | Body Colour / Gloss Black |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rear Final Drive Ratio | - | 3.727 |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | Standard |
| Rear Privacy Windows | - | Standard |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Auto Dimming |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Remote Start Engine | - | Standard |
| Rim Size | 20-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Standard / Very Dark Magnetite |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Standard |
| Sonar | - | Front & Rear |
| Sound System | 14 | 8 |
| Source Model Column | - | 3.0 LSE A/T 4x4 |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Surround View Monitor | HD 360-degree panoramic view with transparent chassis | Standard |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Direct TPMS | Standard |
| Trailer Stability Assist | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trailer Sway Control | - | Standard |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Unlocking | Yes | Standard |
| Variant Role | - | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | - | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Standard |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Standard |
| Water Depth Protection Mm | - | 800 mm |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen | SYNC |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Not Available |
| Android Auto | Yes | Not Available |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Not Available |
| Number of Speakers | 14 | 8 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 10.2-inch LCD / augmented-reality head-up display | Standard, 7-inch with decoration |
| USB Ports | 2 front and 1 rear | Standard |
| Infotainment Screen | 15.6-inch | SYNC |
| Touchscreen | 15.6-inch | SYNC |
| FM Radio | - | 9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 15.6-inch | SYNC |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Standard |
| Rear Usb | - | Standard |
| Audio | - | 9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi |
| Audio Input | - | USB, Auxiliary |
| Audio Speakers | 14 | 8 |
| Audio System | - | 9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | Standard |
| Multi Information Display | - | Standard, 7-inch with decoration |
| Connected Services | - | SYNC |
| Radio | - | 9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | Bi-LED |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Rear fog lamp | Standard, LED |
| Roof Rails | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard / Very Dark Magnetite |
| Exterior Colour Options | Lunar Rock Grey, Cold Star White, Starshine Black, Blazing Cloud Orange, Stardust Blue | 5 |
| Headlights | Yes | Bi-LED |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Standard |
| Rear Wiper | - | Auto, Rain Sensing |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Colour |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| DRL | LED | LED |
| Fog Lights | - | Standard, LED |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Standard, LED |
| Led Headlights | Yes | Bi-LED |
| Led Taillights | - | Standard |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | LED |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 5 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body Colour |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer |
| Front Fog Lamps | Rear fog lamp | Standard, LED |
| Front Overhang Mm | - | 895 mm |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Automatic |
| Headlamps | Yes | Bi-LED |
| Headlight Type | Yes | Bi-LED |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Radiator Grille Colour | - | Dark Chrome |
| Rear Fog Lamps | - | LED |
| Rear Overhang Mm | - | 1100 mm |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Standard |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 30.0 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 26.0 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | 800 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Locking Differential | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Four-wheel drive |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 24.0 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Standard |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 30.0 deg |
| Breakover Angle Deg | - | 24.0 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 26.0 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Engine Sump Guard | - | Standard |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 235 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 235 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Standard |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Skid Plate Guard | - | Standard |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | 800 mm |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 255/45 R20 | 265/60R18 |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated disc | Not Available |
| Rear Brake Type | Solid disc | Not Available |
| Spare Wheel Type | Tyre repair kit | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Wheel Rim Size | 20-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic parking brake | Standard |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Standard |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre repair kit | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Tyre Type | - | 265/60R18 |
| Wheel Diameter | 20-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Standard |
| Brake Override Accelerator | - | Standard |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Standard |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Standard |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Leather Steering Wheel Controls | - | Standard |
| Multi Collision Brake | - | Standard |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Towing Unbraked Kg | - | 750 kg |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Direct TPMS | Standard |
| Wheel Size Type | - | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson independent | Independent High-ride Coil |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link independent | Multi-link Coil |
| Front Track Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Track Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Power Steering | - | Hydraulic |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Front Spring Type | - | Independent High-ride Coil |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Multi-link Coil |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Gas |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson independent | Independent High-ride Coil |
| Gross Axle Mass Front Kg | - | 1450 kg |
| Gross Axle Mass Rear Kg | - | 1650 kg |
| High Ride Suspension | - | Standard |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Multi-link Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link independent | Multi-link Coil |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Gas |
| Suspension | - | Independent High-ride Coil |
| Track Front Rear Mm | - | 1570 / 1570 |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km | 200 g/km |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | Diesel |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 200 |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 200 |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 years / 90,000 km maintenance plan | 5 years / 90 000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 12 months / 15 000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 5 years / 90 000 km |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 12 months / 15 000 km |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 years / 90,000 km maintenance plan | 5 years / 90 000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 years / 90,000 km maintenance plan | 5 years / 90 000 km |
| Alternator | - | 120A |
| Service Intervals | - | 12 months / 15 000 km |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Current South African derivative | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 995900 ZAR | 973800 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 995900 | 973800 |
| Starting Price Zar | 995900 | 973800 |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | Vehicle: 5 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 150,000 km | 5 years / 120 000 km |
| Warranty Years | Vehicle: 5 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 150,000 km | 5 years / 120 000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | Vehicle: 5 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 150,000 km | 5 years / 120 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 years / 120 000 km |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 5 years / unlimited km |
| Basic Warranty | Vehicle: 5 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 150,000 km | 5 years / 120 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 years / 120 000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 years / 120 000 km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Deepal S07 and MU-X 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: Deepal S07 65 vs MU-X 62.
Efficiency index: Deepal S07 90 vs MU-X 52.
Safety-equipment index: Deepal S07 92 vs MU-X 93.
Practicality index: Deepal S07 66 vs MU-X 88.
Ownership-cover index: Deepal S07 not separately scored vs MU-X 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.
Deepal S07 leads by 2 points
Deepal S07 and MU-X are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Deepal S07
MU-X
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
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Deepal S07
MU-X
What the evidence means
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Deepal S07 leads. However, MU-X 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 MU-X 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.