Deepal S07 vs Tesla Model Y

The Deepal S07 starts from $49,990 before on-road costs, while the Tesla Model Y opens at $65,900. That makes the Deepal S07 the more affordable entry point by $15,910.

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 $72,490 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the Deepal S07 and Tesla Model Y hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 95% for the Deepal S07 and 96% for the Tesla Model Y.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Tesla Model Y packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 7 in the Deepal S07.

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 8 in the Tesla Model Y. The Deepal S07 adds a 360-degree camera that the Tesla Model Y misses.

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 S07 features a 15.6-inch touchscreen, while the Tesla Model Y gets a 16-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

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

Interior trim differs: the Deepal S07 gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Tesla Model Y offers vegan leather.

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 Tesla Model Y responds with a Electric Motor making 255kW and 340Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 5.9 seconds.

The Tesla Model Y has the clear power advantage at 255kW vs 160kW. In the real-world sprint, the Tesla Model Y is 2.0s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 80kWh (Deepal S07) vs 60kWh (Tesla Model Y). DC fast charging peaks at 92kW (Deepal S07) vs 175kW (Tesla Model Y).

The Deepal S07 measures 4,750mm long on a 2,900mm wheelbase, 42mm shorter than the Tesla Model Y at 4,792mm (2,890mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Deepal S07 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 445L in the Deepal S07 and 854L in the Tesla Model Y, giving the Tesla Model Y a 409L advantage.

For towing, the Tesla Model Y leads with a 1,600kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 100kg 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 (Tesla Model Y). The Deepal S07 has longer coverage.