Volvo EX30 vs Deepal S07

The Volvo EX30 starts from $49,990 before on-road costs, while the Deepal S07 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.

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 Volvo EX30 and Deepal S07 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the Volvo EX30 and 95% for the Deepal S07.

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 5 in the Volvo EX30.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the Volvo EX30 and 7 in the Deepal S07. The Deepal S07 adds a 360-degree camera that the Volvo EX30 misses.

The Volvo EX30 features a 12.3-inch touchscreen, while the Deepal S07 gets a 15.6-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Volvo EX30 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and Harman Kardon audio that you will not find on the Deepal S07. The Deepal S07 counters with Apple CarPlay, V2L, Sony audio and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Volvo EX30 gets nordico/microtech fabric upholstery while the Deepal S07 offers synthetic leather. Climate control is 1-zone in the Volvo EX30 and 2-zone in the Deepal S07.

The Volvo EX30 uses a Electric producing 200kW and 343Nm of torque, sent through a single-speed to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 5.3 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.

The Volvo EX30 has the clear power advantage at 200kW vs 160kW. In the real-world sprint, the Volvo EX30 is 2.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 69kWh (Volvo EX30) vs 80kWh (Deepal S07). DC fast charging peaks at 153kW (Volvo EX30) vs 92kW (Deepal S07).

The Volvo EX30 measures 4,233mm long on a 2,650mm wheelbase, 517mm 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 318L in the Volvo EX30 and 445L in the Deepal S07, giving the Deepal S07 a 127L advantage.

For towing, the Volvo EX30 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: 5 years / 999,999km (Volvo EX30) vs 7 years / 160,000km (Deepal S07). The Deepal S07 has longer coverage.