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Deepal S05 vs Ford Mustang Mach-E
Selected trimStandard278 mi · 69 kWh · £39,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Deepal S05 leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed, while the Ford Mustang Mach-E stays competitive across the board.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Deepal S05 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- 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 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueDeepal
Deepal
6.2
Ford
4.8
Motorway RangeDeepal
Deepal
6.7
Ford
2.8
Family
Deepal
7.2
Ford
6.8
Too close to call
ChargingDeepal
Deepal
8.2
Ford
3.9
Cost Per MileDeepal
Deepal
4.9
Ford
2
City DrivingDeepal
Deepal
4.1
Ford
2.7
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Deepal S05
Base
- £10,845 cheaper
- 90 litres more boot space
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 17 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 123 kW more power
- 1.2s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £39,995 (better) | £50,840 |
| Official range | 278 miles | 292 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 492 L (better) | 402 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 15 min (better) | 32 min |
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 6.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Deepal S05
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Length
Deepal S054,620mm-93mm
Ford Mustang Mach-E4,713mm
Width
Deepal S051,900mm-30mm
Ford Mustang Mach-E1,930mm
Height
Deepal S051,600mm-24mm
Ford Mustang Mach-E1,624mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,620 mm | 4,713 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,900 mm (better) | 1,930 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,097 mm |
| Height | 1,600 mm | 1,624 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 500 mm spare (better) | 470 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 997 mm |
| Boot space (seats up) | 492 L (better) | 402 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1250 L | 1420 L (better) |
| Frunk | 159 L (better) | 100 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Deepal S05
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
- A 100 L frunk, one of 7 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 100 L or more.
- 2,984 mm wheelbase, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Deepal S05 Base |  Ford Mustang Mach-E Select RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.62m | 4.71m+93mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.93m+30mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.10m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.62m+24mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.88m | 2.98m+104mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 116mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 492L (better) | 402L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1250L | 1420L (better) |
| Frunk | 159L (better) | 100L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 997mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 11.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,940kg (better) | 2,166kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 69kWh | 72.6kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 278 mi | 292 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 200kW (better) | 150kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £39,995 (better) | £50,840 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 278 miles | 292 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 231 miles (better) | 210 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 15 min (better) | 32 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 200 kW (better) | 150 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 179 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 69 kWh | 72.6 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 800V (better) | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 6.7 sec |
| Power | 320 kW (better) | 197 kW |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 525 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Deepal S05
Base
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Select RWD
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Deepal S05
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
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)
Euro NCAP - Ford Mustang Mach-E Select RWD
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users69%
Safety Assist82%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Deepal S05
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Deepal S05
No active listings.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
- £23,3742024Car360View
- £27,7952024Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ford Mustang Mach-E worth the extra £10,845 over the Deepal S05?
The Ford Mustang Mach-E costs £10,845 more than the Deepal S05. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Deepal S05 is not just cheaper - it also offers 50 kW faster peak rapid charging, 90 litres more boot space and 123 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 Deepal S05 or the Ford Mustang Mach-E?
The Deepal S05 is £10,845 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 £10,965 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Deepal S05 and Ford Mustang Mach-E like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 231 miles for the Deepal S05 and 210 miles for the Ford Mustang Mach-E - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Deepal S05 goes roughly 21 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 15 minutes in the Deepal S05 and 32 in the Ford Mustang Mach-E, so the Deepal S05 loses less time at each stop. That makes the Deepal S05 the stronger long-distance car.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Deepal S05 or the Ford Mustang Mach-E?
The Deepal S05 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 30 mm narrower than the Ford Mustang Mach-E. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 500 mm of total clearance for the Deepal S05 and about 470 mm of total clearance for the Ford Mustang Mach-E.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Deepal S05 or the Ford Mustang Mach-E?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Deepal S05 and 90% for the Ford Mustang Mach-E. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day.
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Data accuracy
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