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Deepal S05 vs Kia Niro EV
Selected trimStandard278 mi · 69 kWh · £39,995
Selected trim2 · 2022-26Change trim288 mi · 64.8 kWh · £34,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Deepal S05 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Kia Niro EV leads on city driving.
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 most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Kia Niro EV if...
- 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
Kia
4.9
Motorway RangeDeepal
Deepal
6.7
Kia
2.1
FamilyDeepal
Deepal
7.2
Kia
4.7
ChargingDeepal
Deepal
8.2
Kia
1.6
Cost Per MileDeepal
Deepal
4.9
Kia
3.5
City DrivingKia
Deepal
4.1
Kia
6.4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £39,995 | £34,995 (better) |
| Official range | 278 miles | 288 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 492 L (better) | 475 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 15 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 7.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Deepal S05
Kia Niro EV
Length
Deepal S054,620mm
Kia Niro EV4,420mm-200mm
Width
Deepal S051,900mm
Kia Niro EV1,825mm-75mm
Height
Deepal S051,600mm
Kia Niro EV1,545mm-55mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,620 mm | 4,420 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,900 mm | 1,825 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,600 mm | 1,545 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 500 mm spare | 575 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 492 L (better) | 475 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1250 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 159 L | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Deepal S05 Base |  Kia Niro EV 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.62m | 4.42m-200mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.82m-75mm |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.54m-55mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.88m | 2.72m-160mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 492L (better) | 475L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1250L | Not available |
| Frunk | 159L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,940kg | 1,739kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 69kWh (better) | 64.8kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 278 mi | 288 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 200kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £39,995 | £34,995 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2022–2026 |
* Kia Niro EV: Heat pump: an option on the 3 and 4, not available on the 2.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 278 miles | 288 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 231 miles (better) | 194 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 15 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 200 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 164 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 69 kWh (better) | 64.8 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 7.8 sec |
| Power | 320 kW (better) | 150 kW |
| Torque | 502 Nm (better) | 255 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | fwd |
What the critics say
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Deepal S05
Base
Kia Niro EV
2
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Prices & deals
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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)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Deepal S05
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Kia Niro EV
- £13,4052023Car360View
- £23,6502024Car360View
- £22,6412024Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Deepal S05 worth the extra £5,000 over the Kia Niro EV?
The Deepal S05 costs £5,000 more than the Kia Niro EV. For that premium it adds 150 kW faster peak rapid charging, 170 kW more power and a 2.3s quicker 0-62mph time. 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 Kia Niro EV?
The Kia Niro EV is £5,000 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 Kia Niro EV comes out roughly £4,960 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 Kia Niro EV like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 231 miles for the Deepal S05 and 194 miles for the Kia Niro EV - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Deepal S05 goes roughly 37 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Deepal S05 or the Kia Niro EV?
The Kia Niro EV is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 75 mm narrower than the Deepal S05. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 575 mm of total clearance for the Kia Niro EV and about 500 mm of total clearance for the Deepal S05.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Deepal S05 or the Kia Niro EV?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Deepal S05 and 84% for the Kia Niro EV. 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 Kia Niro EV's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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