DEEPAL S07 FROM $53,900

Deepal is one of the many Chinese brands looking to expand its global footprint, and Australia is high on the hit list.

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The brand is part of state-owned Changan Automobile and is being imported locally by Inchcape, which also looks after Subaru and Peugeot.

As of early 2025 there were only a handful of dealerships in Sydney and Melbourne, so sampling one is a challenge. There are plans to expand the network as sales grow.

The S07 arrives with a one-size-fits-all sales pitch with a price tag of $53,900 before on-road costs.

Standard gear includes 19-inch alloys, synthetic leather, dual-zone ventilation, a powered tailgate, 360-degree camera, tyre pressure sensors, wireless phone charger, heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, electrically adjustable front seats with memory function for the driver, panoramic sunroof with retractable cover and a 14-speaker Sony sound system.

There's also an augmented reality head-up display and 15.6-inch central infotainment screen.

Active safety systems include auto braking in forward and reverse, blind spot warning, exit warning, speed sign recognition and lane keep assist.