Deepal S07 vs Subaru Outback

The Deepal S07 starts from $49,990 before on-road costs, while the Subaru Outback opens at $48,990. That makes the Subaru Outback the more affordable entry point by $1,000.

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 $53,889 respectively.

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

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

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 Subaru Outback.

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 9 in the Subaru Outback. The Deepal S07 adds a 360-degree camera that the Subaru Outback misses.

The Deepal S07 features a 15.6-inch touchscreen, while the Subaru Outback gets a 12.1-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, V2L, Sony audio and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Subaru Outback. The Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback responds with a Petrol making 137kW and 254Nm, paired to a cvt driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.9 seconds.

The Deepal S07 has the clear power advantage at 160kW vs 137kW. In the real-world sprint, the Deepal S07 is 2.0s 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, 120mm shorter than the Subaru Outback at 4,870mm (2,745mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Deepal S07 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 445L in the Deepal S07 and 975L in the Subaru Outback, giving the Subaru Outback a 530L advantage. Fold the rears and you get 1385L vs 1267L.

For towing, the Subaru Outback 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 5 years / 999,999km (Subaru Outback). The Deepal S07 has longer coverage.