Deepal S07 vs GWM Tank 300

The Deepal S07 starts from $49,990 before on-road costs, while the GWM Tank 300 opens at $49,990. Both land at the same RRP, so on-road costs and dealer deals become the real differentiator.

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 $54,989 and $54,989 respectively.

The Deepal S07 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The GWM Tank 300, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Deepal S07 and GWM Tank 300 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 95% for the Deepal S07 and 88% for the GWM Tank 300.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Deepal S07 packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the GWM Tank 300.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Deepal S07 and 6 in the GWM Tank 300. The Deepal S07 adds a 360-degree camera that the GWM Tank 300 misses.

The Deepal S07 features a 15.6-inch touchscreen, while the GWM Tank 300 gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Deepal S07 stands out with Apple CarPlay, head-up display, wireless charging, heated front seats, V2L, Sony audio and ambient lighting that you will not find on the GWM Tank 300. The GWM Tank 300 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and panoramic roof. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Deepal S07 uses a Electric producing 160kW and 320Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.9 seconds.

The GWM Tank 300 responds with a Petrol making 167kW and 387Nm, paired to a auto driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.5 seconds.

The GWM Tank 300 has the clear power advantage at 167kW vs 160kW. In the real-world sprint, the Deepal S07 is 1.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Deepal S07 measures 4,750mm long on a 2,900mm wheelbase, 35mm longer than the GWM Tank 300 at 4,715mm (2,750mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Deepal S07 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 445L in the Deepal S07 and 550L in the GWM Tank 300, giving the GWM Tank 300 a 105L advantage.

For towing, the GWM Tank 300 leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 500kg 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 S07) vs 7 years / 999,999km (GWM Tank 300). Both match on warranty length.