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Audi SQ6 e-tron vs Deepal S05
Selected trimStandard365 mi · 100 kWh · £87,650
Selected trimStandard278 mi · 69 kWh · £39,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi SQ6 e-tron leads on motorway range and family practicality, while the Deepal S05 leads on value for money, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi SQ6 e-tron if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Deepal S05 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Deepal S05 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueDeepal
Audi
5.3
Deepal
6.2
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
7.4
Deepal
6.7
FamilyAudi
Audi
7.7
Deepal
7.2
Charging
Audi
8.3
Deepal
8.2
Too close to call
Cost Per MileDeepal
Audi
2.8
Deepal
4.9
City DrivingDeepal
Audi
1.7
Deepal
4.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Audi SQ6 e-tron
Base
- 87 miles more WLTP range
- 70 kW faster rapid charging
- 61 kW more power
- 1.2s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi SQ6 e-tronBase | Deepal S05Base |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £87,650 | £39,995 (better) |
| Official range | 365 miles (better) | 278 miles |
| Boot space | 514 L (better) | 492 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 21 min | 15 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 4.3 sec (better) | 5.5 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi SQ6 e-tron
Deepal S05
Length
Audi SQ6 e-tron4,771mm
Deepal S054,620mm-151mm
Width
Audi SQ6 e-tron1,965mm
Deepal S051,900mm-65mm
Height
Audi SQ6 e-tron1,702mm
Deepal S051,600mm-102mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi SQ6 e-tronBase | Deepal S05Base |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,771 mm | 4,620 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,965 mm | 1,900 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,702 mm | 1,600 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 435 mm spare | 500 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi SQ6 e-tronBase | Deepal S05Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 514 L (better) | 492 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1517 L (better) | 1250 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 159 L |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi SQ6 e-tron
- 365 mile WLTP range, longer than 80% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 270 kW, faster than 85% of SUVs in our catalogue.
Deepal S05
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi SQ6 e-tron Base |  Deepal S05 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.77m | 4.62m-151mm |
| Width | 1.97m | 1.90m-65mm |
| Height | 1.70m | 1.60m-102mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 2.88m-19mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 514L (better) | 492L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1517L (better) | 1250L |
| Frunk | Not available | 159L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.1m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 2,350kg | 1,940kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 100kWh (better) | 69kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 365 mi (better) | 278 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 270kW (better) | 200kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £87,650 | £39,995 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi SQ6 e-tronBase | Deepal S05Base |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 365 miles (better) | 278 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 304 miles (better) | 231 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 21 min | 15 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 270 kW (better) | 200 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 100 kWh (better) | 69 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi SQ6 e-tronBase | Deepal S05Base |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4.3 sec (better) | 5.5 sec |
| Power | 381 kW (better) | 320 kW |
| Torque | 580 Nm (better) | 502 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Audi SQ6 e-tron
Base
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Deepal S05
Base
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Audi SQ6 e-tron
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi SQ6 e-tron Base
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant92%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist80%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Deepal S05 Base
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant94%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users78%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
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Audi SQ6 e-tron
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Deepal S05
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi SQ6 e-tron worth the extra £47,655 over the Deepal S05?
The Audi SQ6 e-tron costs £47,655 more than the Deepal S05. For that premium it adds 87 miles more WLTP range, 70 kW faster peak rapid charging and 61 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Deepal S05 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi SQ6 e-tron or the Deepal S05?
The Deepal S05 is £47,655 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Deepal S05 comes out roughly £47,735 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi SQ6 e-tron and Deepal S05 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 304 miles for the Audi SQ6 e-tron and 231 miles for the Deepal S05 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Audi SQ6 e-tron goes roughly 73 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 15-21 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi SQ6 e-tron or the Deepal S05?
The Deepal S05 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 65 mm narrower than the Audi SQ6 e-tron. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 500 mm of total clearance for the Deepal S05 and about 435 mm of total clearance for the Audi SQ6 e-tron.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi SQ6 e-tron or the Deepal S05?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi SQ6 e-tron and 90% for the Deepal S05. That gives the Deepal S05 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Deepal S05's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Audi SQ6 e-tron's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .