Deepal E07 vs Mazda CX-80

The Deepal E07 starts from $64,900 before on-road costs, while the Mazda CX-80 opens at $64,490. That makes the Mazda CX-80 the more affordable entry point by $410.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $71,390 and $70,939 respectively.

The Deepal E07 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Mazda CX-80, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Deepal E07 features a 15.4-inch touchscreen, while the Mazda CX-80 gets a 10.3-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Deepal E07 stands out with head-up display, wireless charging, heated front seats, ventilated seats, Sony audio and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Mazda CX-80. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Deepal E07 gets leather upholstery while the Mazda CX-80 offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the Deepal E07 and 3-zone in the Mazda CX-80.

The Deepal E07 uses a Electric producing 252kW and 365Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.7 seconds.

The Mazda CX-80 responds with a Petrol making 209kW and 450Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9 seconds.

The Deepal E07 has the clear power advantage at 252kW vs 209kW. In the real-world sprint, the Deepal E07 is 2.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Deepal E07 measures 5,045mm long on a 3,120mm wheelbase, 55mm longer than the Mazda CX-80 at 4,990mm (3,120mm wheelbase).

Boot space is 524L in the Deepal E07 and 258L in the Mazda CX-80, giving the Deepal E07 a 266L advantage. Fold the rears and you get 1654L vs 1971L. The Mazda CX-80 seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Mazda CX-80 leads with a 2,500kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 1,000kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 7 years / 160,000km (Deepal E07) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mazda CX-80). The Deepal E07 has longer coverage.