Deepal S05 REEV vs JAECOO J7 PHEV: Quick 1-1 Comparison
In our previous blog, we compared the Deepal S05 with the Forthing Friday. For those catching up, yesterday, Deepal introduced its all-new S05, a REEV compact SUV that marks a major milestone for the brand. It’s the first model from the brand to feature a combustion engine, though the engine serves solely as a generator to charge the battery.
Now, expanding the comparison further, there’s another newly launched compact SUV, the JAECOO J7 PHEV. While it’s not a REEV like the S05, the J7 is a PHEV that also combines electric power with a combustion engine, just in a different way. Most importantly, both cars have the same price tag, not a rupee difference, e.g., Rs. 9,999,000. So, if you’re curious to know which one offers more value for your money, here’s a quick head-to-head comparison.
| Feature | Deepal S05 | JAECOO J7 |
| Price | Rs. 9,999,000 | Rs. 9,999,000 |
| Dimensions L × W × H (mm) | 4620 x 1900 x 1600 | 4500 × 1865 × 1670 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2880 | 2672 |
| Powertrain | REEV (Range-Extended Electric Vehicle) | PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) |
| Engine Size | 1.5-liter Naturally Aspirated | 1.5-liter Turbocharged |
| Total Power (HP) | Torque (Nm) | 215 | 320 | 342 | 525 |
| Drivetrain | Rear wheel drive | Front wheel drive |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 27.28 | 18.3 |
| Vehicle-to-load (kW) | 6.6 | 3.3 |
| Electric Range (WLTP, km) | 145 | 90 |
| Instrument Cluster | Augmented Reality HUD* | 10.25-inch Display + HUD |
| Speakers | Standard, 14 Speakers | Sony, 8 Speakers |
| Wheels (inch) | 18 | 19 |
| Airbags | 6 | 7 |
*Augmented Reality Head-Up Display (AR HUD): Projects digital information onto a windshield with depth perception.
Conclusion
Both the Deepal S05 and the JAECOO J7 share the same price tag and bring impressive strengths to the table. They’re strong contenders in their segment — a healthy sign that competition is growing and the market is expanding with more innovative, electrified options for consumers.
