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Changan Deepal S07 vs GWM Tank 500
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.
GWM Tank 500
Decision summary
Changan Deepal S07 vs GWM Tank 500: the short answer
Tank 500 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Deepal S07 remains close.
Five key differences
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| Specification | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Deepal S07160 kW | Tank 500340 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Deepal S07320 Nm | Tank 500750 Nm |
| Engine Size | Deepal S07Not Applicable | Tank 5002999 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Deepal S07Not Applicable | Tank 50040 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Deepal S07165 mm | Tank 500224 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Deepal S07
- Nothing stands out clearly here.
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Tank 500
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
- No obvious weak spots to flag.
Which One's Right for You?
Deepal S07
- Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
Tank 500
- 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
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Generation | First South African Deepal S07 retail generation in one five-seat configuration. | First generation Tank 500, launched globally in 2023 and brought to South Africa in 2025. Local specification leans toward maximum equipment loading and softer suspension calibration versus the Chinese-domestic version. |
| Facelift History | No South African facelift has been announced for the current Deepal S07. | Recently launched into the SA market in 2025; no facelift to date. Software updates expected to refine hybrid system behaviour and adaptive air suspension calibration based on early SA fleet feedback. |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | 2025 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not Applicable | Current |
| Body Style | Coupe SUV | SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | published |
| Segment | Battery-electric mid-size SUV | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger car | SUV |
| Color Note | - | Crystal White, Hamilton Black, Pittsburgh Silver, Cosmos Grey, Atlantic Blue and Adventure Olive Green. Two-tone roof options available with selected base colours. |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 2680 kg |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4750 mm | 5060 mm |
| Width | 1930 mm | 1996 mm |
| Height | 1625 mm | 1905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 165 mm | 224 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 0 l | 80 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 445 l | 580 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2073 kg | 2680 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2490 kg | 3200 kg |
| Payload Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 3000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | - |
| Doors | Not Officially Disclosed | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.75 m | 13 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 990 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 960 mm |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1050 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 890 mm |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Single-motor battery-electric powertrain | 3-litre Twin Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine Code | Not Applicable | GW4C30D |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine Displacement | Not Applicable | 2999 cc |
| Cylinders | Not Applicable | 6 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | Not Applicable | 24 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Applicable | 4 |
| Aspiration | Not Applicable | Twin Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Not Applicable | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Applicable | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 160 kW | 340 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 320 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | 320 kW |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | 750 Nm |
| Motor Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Number of Motors | 1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Motor Location | Rear | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Type | RWD | AWD |
| Transmission | Not Officially Disclosed | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | Not Officially Disclosed | 210 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 4.8 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Selectable drive modes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rev Limiter | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 119.4 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 279.9 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | 80 kWh | 27 kWh |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Type | UHE traction battery (chemistry not disclosed) | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Voltage | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Range | 500 km (WLTP) | 135 km |
| AC Charging Power | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| DC Charging Power | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| AC Charging Time | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| DC Charging Time | 35 min (30-80%) | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Yes |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Not Officially Disclosed | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | Rear-motor, rear-wheel drive | Front Engine All Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Transfer Case | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 3.73 |
| Number of Gears | Not Officially Disclosed | 9 |
| Transmission Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Torque Converter |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | RWD | All Wheel Drive (Hi4-T Hybrid) |
| 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 | Yes |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Gearbox Type | Not Officially Disclosed | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | 4x2 | AWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Transmission Speeds | Not Officially Disclosed | 9 |
| Drive Mode Selector | - | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| Reverse Gear Warning | - | Yes |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 14.7:1 |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | Not Applicable | 40 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Applicable | 28.6 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Applicable | 47.6 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | 80 l |
| Emission Standard | Zero tailpipe emissions | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Real-world Mileage | Not Applicable | 40 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 | 135 |
| 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 |
| Fuel Filler Cap | - | Lockable |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 8 |
| 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 | Yes |
| AEB | Yes | Yes |
| BA | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| 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 | No |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Alarm System | - | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Yes |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 8 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 8 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Yes |
| Fatigue Detection | - | Yes |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Yes |
| Safety Rating | - | 5 |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Tracking System | - | Optional |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Yes |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 and Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | HD 360-degree panoramic view with transparent chassis | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | 4 sensors | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Around View Monitor | HD 360-degree panoramic view with transparent chassis | Yes |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Attention Assist | - | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Auto Lights | - | Yes |
| Auto Park Assist | - | No |
| Eco Mode | - | Yes |
| Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| EV Mode | - | Yes |
| Front Camera | - | Yes |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Front and Rear |
| Parking Sensor | - | Front and Rear |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | - | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | - | Yes |
| Sport Mode | - | Yes |
| Surround View Camera | HD 360-degree panoramic view with transparent chassis | Yes |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Microfiber leather | Nappa Leather |
| Heated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Front | Yes |
| Ambient Lighting | Multicolour LED | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Material | Microfiber leather | Leather Wrapped |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 6-way electric with 4-way lumbar support | 12-Way Electric |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Electric; adjustment count not disclosed | 4-Way Manual |
| Seat Trim | Shadow Black or Heatwave Orange | Nappa Leather |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | Yes |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Armrest Front | - | Folding with storage |
| Armrest Rear | - | Centre folding with cupholders |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 780 |
| Cargo Net | - | No |
| Cooled Seats | - | Yes |
| Cup Holders | - | Yes |
| Driver Seat | - | Yes |
| Fabric Seats | - | No |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60/40 Split |
| Front Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 2 |
| Interior Colours | - | 2 |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Quilted Nappa leather upholstery. 14.6-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto. Full digital instrument cluster with multi-display configurations. Head-up display. Ventilated and heated front |
| Interior Courtesy Lights | - | LED |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black with silver accents |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Nappa Leather |
| Leather Seats | - | Yes |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Yes |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Massage Seat Front | - | Yes |
| Memory Seats | - | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Yes |
| Rear Armrest | - | Yes |
| Rear Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Entertainment | - | No |
| Rear Seat Ventilation | - | No |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Fore Aft | - | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Height | - | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60/40 Split |
| Seat Heating Rear | - | Yes |
| Seat Ventilation Rear | - | Yes |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1520 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1480 mm |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Steering Type | - | Yes |
| Third Row Seating Capacity | - | 0 |
| Third Row Seats | - | No |
| Rear USB Ports | - | Yes |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Automatic climate control | Yes |
| Power Windows | All four windows; one-touch | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | 40 W | Yes |
| Sunroof | Full-width panoramic roof | Yes |
| Electric Tailgate | Yes | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| AC Type | Automatic climate control | Yes |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 340 sec |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | Yes |
| Active Safety Alert | - | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Yes |
| Aero Kit | - | No |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic climate control | Yes |
| Ambient Light Zones | - | Multi-zone |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Boot Opener | - | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 780 l |
| Bottle Holders | - | Yes |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Full-length with storage |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | Yes |
| Chrome Grille | - | Yes |
| Climate Zones | - | 3 |
| Coat Hooks Rear | - | Yes |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection |
| Cornering Lights | - | Yes |
| Diff Lock | - | Yes |
| Difflock | - | Yes |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Yes |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Door Sill Trim | - | Aluminium |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.38 |
| Driver Display | - | Digital |
| Driver Drowsiness Detection | - | Yes |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Electric |
| 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 | - | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | - | Yes |
| Front Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Front Wiper | - | Yes |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Variable intermittent |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 2.5 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Yes |
| Glove Box | - | Lockable illuminated |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | No |
| Grab Handles Rear | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Yes |
| Headrest Front | - | Adjustable |
| Headrest Rear | - | Adjustable |
| Heads Up Display | - | Yes |
| Heated Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Yes |
| Horn Type | - | Electric |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Yes |
| Intelligent Speed Assist | - | Yes |
| Intercooler | - | Yes |
| Lift Gate | - | Yes |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Low Speed Manoeuvring Assist | - | Yes |
| Manual Aircon | - | Yes |
| Mirror | - | Electric Adjustable |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Electric |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Yes |
| Oil Pressure Warning | - | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | Full-width panoramic roof | Yes |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Yes |
| Pedal Covers | - | Aluminium-style |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Power Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Yes |
| Puddle Lights | - | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Reading Lights Front | - | Yes |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | Yes |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Yes |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60/40 |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Yes |
| Rear Wing | - | Integrated Spoiler |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Yes |
| Refrigerated Console | - | Yes |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Remote Engine Start | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Yes |
| Remote Start | - | No |
| Rev Counter | - | Yes |
| Rev Matching | - | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | Yes |
| Rim Size | 20-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 22 |
| Roof Antenna | - | Shark Fin Antenna |
| Roof Load | - | 50 kg |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Yes |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Yes |
| Seat Type | - | High Bolster Sports Seat |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Yes |
| Side Steps | - | Yes |
| Skid Plates | - | Yes |
| Sonar | - | Front and Rear |
| Sound System | 14 | 12 |
| Source Model Column | - | tank-500 |
| Spare Wheel | Tyre repair kit | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | - | Yes |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Yes |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Response | - | Progressive |
| Sub Frame | - | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Sunvisors | - | Dual with vanity mirrors |
| Surround View Monitor | HD 360-degree panoramic view with transparent chassis | Yes |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | Yes |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Temperature Gauge | - | Yes |
| Three Zone Climate | - | Yes |
| Tie Down Hooks | - | Yes |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Receiver hitch compatible |
| TPMS | Direct TPMS | Yes |
| Trailer Stability Assist | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trailer Sway Control | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | No |
| Unlocking | Yes | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Yes |
| Variant Role | - | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | - | Yes |
| Voice Command | - | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Yes |
| Welcome Lighting | - | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | 40 W | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 780 l |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 14 | 12 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 10.2-inch LCD / augmented-reality head-up display | Yes |
| USB Ports | 2 front and 1 rear | 4 |
| Infotainment Screen | 15.6-inch | Yes |
| Touchscreen | 15.6-inch | Yes |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 14 | 12 |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Connected Services | - | Yes |
| Display Audio | - | Yes |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 4 |
| Head Up Display | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | - | 14.6-inch Touchscreen |
| Multi Information Display | - | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Navigation System | - | Yes |
| Premium Audio | - | Yes |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Rear Usb | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 15.6-inch | Yes |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Voice Control | - | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | - | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Yes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Rear fog lamp | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Exterior Colour Options | Lunar Rock Grey, Cold Star White, Starshine Black, Blazing Cloud Orange, Stardust Blue | 6 |
| Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Auto Headlights | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Body Cladding | - | Yes |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Yes |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Coloured |
| DRL | LED | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Metal Roof |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body Coloured |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Electric |
| Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Fog Lamps | Rear fog lamp | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Overhang | - | 880 mm |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Yes |
| Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Yes | Yes |
| Led Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Led Taillights | - | Yes |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric Adjustable |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Rear Overhang | - | 890 mm |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Rear Wiper | - | Yes |
| Roof Type | - | Metal Roof |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 33 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 28 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | 800 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 22 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 33 deg |
| Breakover Angle Deg | - | 22 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 28 deg |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 280 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 224 mm |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 22 deg |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 22 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | No |
| Skid Plates Front | - | Yes |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Yes |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Yes |
| Underbody Protection | - | Yes |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | 800 mm |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 255/45 R20 | 285/45R22 |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Solid disc | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Tyre repair kit | Yes |
| Wheel Rim Size | 20-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 22 |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic parking brake | Electronic parking brake |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Yes |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Yes |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Electronic |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Yes |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 308 mm |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 285 mm |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather Wrapped |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Electronic |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 292 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 285 mm |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre repair kit | Yes |
| Spare Wheel Location | - | Under vehicle / boot floor |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Alloy |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather Wrapped |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 114 |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Direct TPMS | Yes |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | V |
| Tyre Type | - | Highway All-Terrain |
| Wheel Cover | - | Alloy |
| Wheel Diameter | 20-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 22 |
| Wheel Locking Nuts | - | Yes |
| Wheel Material | - | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 22 |
| Wheel Type | - | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Wheels | - | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson independent | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link independent | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Air Suspension | - | Yes |
| Air Suspension Modes | - | 5 |
| Chassis Material | - | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Chassis Type | - | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson independent | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| Front Track Width | - | 1560 mm |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Power Steering | - | Yes |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Air Spring |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link independent | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1570 mm |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Hydraulic |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Hydraulic |
| Steering Column | - | Adjustable |
| Suspension | - | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km | 58 g/km |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 58 |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 5 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | EVAP Canister |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | 95 Octane Unleaded |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | 5/5 |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Plug-In Hybrid AWD (Hi4-T) |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 58 |
| Noise Level | - | Low |
| Particulate Filter | - | No |
| Start Stop System | - | Yes |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | Yes |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 years / 90,000 km maintenance plan | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Alternator | - | 110A |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Battery Warranty | - | 8 Years / 160,000 km |
| First Service At | - | 5000 |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 7.5 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 10,000 km |
| Approx Service Cost | - | Included in Service Plan |
| Service Interval | - | 10000 |
| Service Intervals | - | 10000 |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 years / 90,000 km maintenance plan | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 years / 90,000 km maintenance plan | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Current South African derivative | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 995900 ZAR | 1149900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 995900 | 1149900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 995900 | 1149900 |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | Vehicle: 5 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 150,000 km | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 6 Years |
| Basic Warranty | Vehicle: 5 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 150,000 km | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Yes |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Yes |
| Warranty Kilometers | Vehicle: 5 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 150,000 km | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | Yes |
| Warranty Years | Vehicle: 5 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 150,000 km | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Spec | Deepal S07 | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 4.5 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 3.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 5.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 3.5 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Deepal S07 and Tank 500 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 Tank 500 100.
Efficiency index: Deepal S07 90 vs Tank 500 97.
Safety-equipment index: Deepal S07 92 vs Tank 500 100.
Practicality index: Deepal S07 66 vs Tank 500 83.
Ownership-cover index: Deepal S07 not separately scored vs Tank 500 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.
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.
Tank 500 leads by 13 points
Tank 500 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Deepal S07 remains close.
Tank 500
Deepal S07
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Tank 500
Deepal S07
What the evidence means
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Tank 500 leads. However, Deepal S07 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 Tank 500 questions
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