Yet another Chinese electric SUV has launched in Europe, and this one has the potential to be quite popular. Known as the S05, it comes from the Changan-owned Deepal brand and will be available in three different guises, starting from €38,990 ($45,900) in Germany. With a sharp exterior design and a minimalist cabin, could it rock the establishment in the same way that many BYD models have?

All versions of the Deepal S05 to be sold in Europe come standard with a 68.8 kWh battery, which is quite small for an SUV of this size. The base model, known as the RWD Pro, features a single electric motor producing 268 hp and 214 lb-ft (290 Nm) of torque, allowing it a 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 7.5 seconds and a 180 km/h (112 mph) top speed. None of those figures is world-beating, but they are definitely adequate for daily driving duties.

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The RWD Pro offers an estimated range of 301 miles (485 km) on the WLTP cycle. For those who want a little more equipment, the mid-tier RWD Max, priced from €41,990 ($49,400) in Germany, carries over the same powertrain and quoted range. At the top of the lineup sits the AWD Max.

More Power, Less Range

Thanks to the inclusion of a second electric motor, this model delivers 429 hp and 370 lb-ft (502 Nm) of torque, allowing it to reach 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.5 seconds. Unsurprisingly, the added power cuts the vehicle’s range down to 276 miles (445 km).

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While there’s nothing extraordinary about the exterior design of the S05, it does look reasonably sporty with sharp headlights, taillights, and an attractive shape. Like so many other EVs out of China, the interior is relatively sparse, but it does appear to be clad in some lovely leather. Notably, the vehicle features a 15.4-inch infotainment display, two wireless charging pads, and two cupholders.

Price and Positioning

Compared to the Model Y, the Deepal S05 from Changan is noticeably cheaper, as the Tesla starts at €44,990 ($53,000) in Germany for the base RWD version. However, the S05 is significantly pricier in Europe than it is in its home market, largely due to import tariffs, local taxes, and added fees. In fact, in China, the Deepal starts at just 119,900 yuan, which is the equivalent of just $16,800 or €14,300.