Head-to-head
Deepal E07 vs MG IM6
The MG IM6 starts $3,910 (6%) below the Deepal E07. Here's how that price gap plays out across range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
Deepal E07
Deepal's flagship — a 90 kWh battery, 240 kW DC charging, and a transformable cargo area where the rear glass tailgate folds down to create a ute-style tray. Genuinely novel in the AU segment.
- From
- $64,900
- Range
- 550 km
- Battery
- 90 kWh
Option B · SUV
MG IM6
MG IM6 — SUV companion to the IM5 sedan. Same battery options, same chassis architecture, but in a taller body. 670 km WLTP range puts it ahead of most rivals at the price.
- From
- $60,990
- Range
- 670 km
- Battery
- 75 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Deepal E07 and MG IM6, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage MG IM6
The MG IM6 goes 120 km further on a charge (670 vs 550 km WLTP).
- 2
DC charging · advantage Deepal E07
The Deepal E07 accepts 87 kW more DC peak charging (240 vs 153 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 3
Battery · advantage Deepal E07
The Deepal E07 carries a 15.0 kWh larger battery (90 vs 75 kWh).
- 4
Warranty · advantage Deepal E07
The Deepal E07 covers the vehicle for 2 more years (7 vs 5 yrs).
- 5
0–100 km/h · advantage MG IM6
The MG IM6 is 1.8 s quicker to 100 km/h (4.9 s vs 6.7 s).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Deepal E07 wins
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (240 kW vs 153 kW)
- ▸ Longer warranty (7 years)
Where the MG IM6 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $3,910
- ▸ 120 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (4.9s vs 6.7s)
Deepal E07
What we like
- ✓ 240 kW DC charging is class-leading
- ✓ Unique transformable cargo area (SUV/ute hybrid)
- ✓ Long 8-year / 240,000 km battery warranty
What we don't
- ✕ AC charging limited to 7 kW (single-phase)
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ Deepal dealer/service network is brand new
MG IM6
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 670 km WLTP range
- ✓ 10-year battery warranty
- ✓ Practical SUV body with 520 L boot
What we don't
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ MG dealer experience varies on premium tier
- ✕ Software inherited from China market
Frequently asked: Deepal E07 vs MG IM6
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Deepal E07 or the MG IM6?
- The MG IM6 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $60,990 versus $64,900 for the Deepal E07, a $3,910 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The MG IM6 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 670 km, 120 km further than the Deepal E07's 550 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Deepal E07 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 240 kW versus 153 kW for the MG IM6. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The MG IM6 does 0–100 km/h in 4.9 seconds — 1.8 s quicker than the Deepal E07's 6.7 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the MG IM6 better value than the Deepal E07?
- On paper the MG IM6 is $3,910 cheaper, but the Deepal E07 edges ahead on most other measurable specs. Whether the saving justifies the gap depends on which features matter most to you, and how much weight you give to brand and dealer factors.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Deepal E07
if…
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ peace-of-mind warranty matters (2 more years of cover)
- ✓ you match the profile: active lifestyles
Choose the
MG IM6
if…
- ✓ you want to save $3,910 on the sticker
- ✓ maximum range matters (120 km further per charge)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.