Head-to-head
Deepal S07 vs Volvo EX30
The Deepal S07 starts $3,000 (6%) below the Volvo EX30. Here's how that price gap plays out across range, charging, safety and warranty.
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
Volvo EX30
Volvo's smallest SUV ever, and one of the fastest. The single-motor RWD variant does 0–100 km/h in 5.7 seconds and packs Volvo's safety reputation into a Geely-sourced sub-$60K package.
- From
- $49,990
- Range
- 480 km
- Battery
- 69 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Deepal S07 and Volvo EX30, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
DC charging · advantage Volvo EX30
The Volvo EX30 accepts 53 kW more DC peak charging (153 vs 100 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 2
Battery · advantage Deepal S07
The Deepal S07 carries a 11.0 kWh larger battery (80 vs 69 kWh).
- 3
Warranty · advantage Deepal S07
The Deepal S07 covers the vehicle for 2 more years (7 vs 5 yrs).
- 4
Power · advantage Volvo EX30
The Volvo EX30 puts down 40 kW more (200 vs 160 kW).
- 5
0–100 km/h · advantage Volvo EX30
The Volvo EX30 is 2.2 s quicker to 100 km/h (5.7 s vs 7.9 s).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Deepal S07 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $3,000
- ▸ Longer warranty (7 years)
Where the Volvo EX30 wins
- ▸ 5 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (5.7s vs 7.9s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (153 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
Volvo EX30
What we like
- ✓ Quick acceleration in single-motor RWD form
- ✓ Premium brand cachet at a real price
- ✓ Excellent standard safety equipment
What we don't
- ✕ All controls funnelled through the touchscreen
- ✕ Tight rear seat
- ✕ No driver instrument display
Frequently asked: Deepal S07 vs Volvo EX30
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Deepal S07 or the Volvo EX30?
- The Deepal S07 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $46,990 versus $49,990 for the Volvo EX30, a $3,000 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Volvo EX30 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 480 km, 5 km further than the Deepal S07's 475 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 Volvo EX30 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 153 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 Volvo EX30 does 0–100 km/h in 5.7 seconds — 2.2 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.
- Is the Deepal S07 better value than the Volvo EX30?
- On paper the Deepal S07 is $3,000 cheaper, but trails the Volvo EX30 on the core measurable specs. The saving might still be worth it if you don't need the extra range, power or charging speed — but the Volvo EX30 is the spec-sheet winner.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Deepal S07
if…
- ✓ you want to save $3,000 on the sticker
- ✓ peace-of-mind warranty matters (2 more years of cover)
- ✓ you match the profile: tesla model y cross-shoppers
Choose the
Volvo EX30
if…
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: premium-brand buyers
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.