Head-to-head
Deepal S07 vs Leapmotor C10
Just $1,102 separates the Deepal S07 and Leapmotor C10 on starting price, but the Deepal S07 goes 55 km further on a charge. Here's where the rest of the spec sheets pull apart.
Option A · SUV
Deepal S07
Changan-owned Deepal's electric mid-size SUV — RWD with an 80 kWh battery delivering 475 km WLTP. The fresh 2025 ANCAP 5-star rating sets it apart from many Chinese imports.
- From
- $46,990
- Range
- 475 km
- Battery
- 80 kWh
Option B · SUV
Leapmotor C10
Leapmotor's larger C10 SUV pairs a 67.9 kWh LFP battery with 180 kW DC charging. The Stellantis JV gives it more credible AU dealer backing than most Chinese imports.
- From
- $45,888
- Range
- 420 km
- Battery
- 67.9 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Deepal S07 and Leapmotor C10, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Deepal S07
The Deepal S07 goes 55 km further on a charge (475 vs 420 km WLTP).
- 2
DC charging · advantage Leapmotor C10
The Leapmotor C10 accepts 80 kW more DC peak charging (180 vs 100 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 3
Battery · advantage Deepal S07
The Deepal S07 carries a 12.1 kWh larger battery (80 vs 67.9 kWh).
- 4
Warranty · advantage Deepal S07
The Deepal S07 covers the vehicle for 2 more years (7 vs 5 yrs).
- 5
Price · advantage Leapmotor C10
The Leapmotor C10 undercuts the Deepal S07 by $1,102 (2%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Deepal S07 wins
- ▸ 55 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Longer warranty (7 years)
Where the Leapmotor C10 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $1,102
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.5s vs 7.9s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (180 kW vs 100 kW)
Deepal S07
What we like
- ✓ Fresh 5-star ANCAP rating from 2025
- ✓ Generous 8-year / 240,000 km battery warranty
- ✓ RWD chassis balance unusual at this price
What we don't
- ✕ Deepal dealer/service network is brand new in Australia
- ✕ DC charging peak (100 kW) trails newer 800V rivals
- ✕ Resale value unproven
Leapmotor C10
What we like
- ✓ Strong 22-min DC charging (10-80%)
- ✓ Spacious 546 L boot
- ✓ Stellantis-backed Australian support
What we don't
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ Cabin software is China-origin and needs adaptation
- ✕ Modest WLTP range vs newer competitors
Frequently asked: Deepal S07 vs Leapmotor C10
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Deepal S07 or the Leapmotor C10?
- The Leapmotor C10 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $45,888 versus $46,990 for the Deepal S07, a $1,102 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Deepal S07 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 475 km, 55 km further than the Leapmotor C10's 420 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 Leapmotor C10 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 180 kW versus 100 kW for the Deepal S07. 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 Leapmotor C10 does 0–100 km/h in 7.5 seconds — 0.4 s quicker than the Deepal S07's 7.9 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Which has the longer warranty?
- The Deepal S07 is covered by a 7-year vehicle warranty, versus 5 years for the Leapmotor C10. Both also carry separate high-voltage battery warranties — check the manufacturer's site for the latest kilometre and condition limits.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Deepal S07
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (55 km further per charge)
- ✓ peace-of-mind warranty matters (2 more years of cover)
- ✓ you match the profile: tesla model y cross-shoppers
Choose the
Leapmotor C10
if…
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you match the profile: family commuters
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.