Renault Megane E-Tech vs Deepal S07

The Renault Megane E-Tech starts from $54,990 before on-road costs, while the Deepal S07 opens at $53,900. That makes the Deepal S07 the more affordable entry point by $1,090.

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 $60,489 and $59,290 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 Renault Megane E-Tech and Deepal S07 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 85% for the Renault Megane E-Tech and 95% for the Deepal S07.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. Both models are evenly matched with 7 out of 10 key ADAS systems.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the Renault Megane E-Tech and 7 in the Deepal S07.

The Renault Megane E-Tech features a 9-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Deepal S07 gets a 15.6-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Renault Megane E-Tech stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging and BOSE audio that you will not find on the Deepal S07. The Deepal S07 counters with Apple CarPlay, heated front seats, power tailgate and Sony audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Renault Megane E-Tech uses a Electric producing 160kW and 300Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.4 seconds.

The Deepal S07 responds with a Electric making 160kW and 320Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.9 seconds.

Power output is identical on paper, so the difference comes down to tuning, weight distribution, and suspension. In the real-world sprint, the Renault Megane E-Tech is 0.5s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 60kWh (Renault Megane E-Tech) vs 80kWh (Deepal S07). DC fast charging peaks at 130kW (Renault Megane E-Tech) vs 120kW (Deepal S07).

The Renault Megane E-Tech measures 4,200mm long on a 2,685mm wheelbase, 550mm shorter than the Deepal S07 at 4,750mm (2,900mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Deepal S07 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 440L in the Renault Megane E-Tech and 445L in the Deepal S07, giving the Deepal S07 a 5L advantage.

For towing, the Deepal S07 leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. 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: 5 years / 999,999km (Renault Megane E-Tech) vs 7 years / 160,000km (Deepal S07). The Deepal S07 has longer coverage.