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Deepal S05 vs MG4 EV
Selected trimStandard278 mi · 69 kWh · £39,995
Selected trimPremium Long RangeChange trim280 mi · 64 kWh · £29,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Deepal S05 leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs, while the MG MG4 EV leads on value for money and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Deepal S05 if...
- 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
Choose the MG4 EV if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- 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.
ValueMG
Deepal
6.2
MG
7.2
Motorway RangeDeepal
Deepal
6.7
MG
3.5
Family
Deepal
7.2
MG
7.4
Too close to call
ChargingDeepal
Deepal
8.2
MG
7.4
Cost Per MileDeepal
Deepal
4.9
MG
2.3
City DrivingMG
Deepal
4.1
MG
6.7
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Deepal S05
Base
- 104 litres more boot space
- 46 kW faster rapid charging
- 10 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 180 kW more power
- 2.0s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | MG4 EVPremium Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £39,995 | £29,995 (better) |
| Official range | 278 miles | 280 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 492 L (better) | 388 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 15 min (better) | 25 min |
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 7.5 sec |
Size Comparison
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Deepal S05
MG4 EV
Length
Deepal S054,620mm
MG4 EV4,287mm-333mm
Width
Deepal S051,900mm
MG4 EV1,836mm-64mm
Height
Deepal S051,600mm
MG4 EV1,516mm-84mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | MG4 EVPremium Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,620 mm | 4,287 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,900 mm | 1,836 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,060 mm |
| Height | 1,600 mm | 1,516 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.5 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 500 mm spare | 564 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | MG4 EVPremium Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 492 L (better) | 388 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1250 L (better) | 1164 L |
| Frunk | 159 L (better) | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 500 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.
MG4 EV
- 280 mile WLTP range, longer than 90% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 154 kW, faster than 95% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Deepal S05 Base |  MG4 EV Premium Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.62m | 4.29m-333mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.84m-64mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.06m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.52m-84mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.88m | 2.71m-175mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 492L (better) | 388L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1250L (better) | 1164L |
| Frunk | 159L (better) | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.5m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,940kg | 1,765kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 69kWh (better) | 64kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 278 mi | 280 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 200kW (better) | 154kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £39,995 | £29,995 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | MG4 EVPremium Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 278 miles | 280 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 231 miles (better) | 181 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 15 min (better) | 25 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 200 kW (better) | 154 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 176 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 69 kWh (better) | 61.7 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 800V (better) | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | MG4 EVPremium Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 7.5 sec |
| Power | 320 kW (better) | 140 kW |
| Torque | 502 Nm (better) | 350 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Deepal S05
Base
MG4 EV
Premium Long Range
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
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)
Euro NCAP - MG MG4 EV Premium Long Range
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users75%
Safety Assist78%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | MG4 EVPremium Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| 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
MG4 EV
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
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Deepal S05
No active listings.
MG4 EV
- £18,4992026Car360View
- £24,4902026Cars2View
- £21,9902026Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Deepal S05 worth the extra £10,000 over the MG MG4 EV?
The Deepal S05 costs £10,000 more than the MG MG4 EV. For that premium it adds 46 kW faster peak rapid charging, 104 litres more boot space and 180 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 MG MG4 EV?
The MG MG4 EV is £10,000 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 MG MG4 EV comes out roughly £9,880 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 MG MG4 EV like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 231 miles for the Deepal S05 and 181 miles for the MG MG4 EV - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Deepal S05 goes roughly 50 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 15 minutes in the Deepal S05 and 25 in the MG MG4 EV, 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 MG MG4 EV?
The MG MG4 EV is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 64 mm narrower than the Deepal S05. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 564 mm of total clearance for the MG MG4 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 MG MG4 EV?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Deepal S05 and 90% for the MG MG4 EV. 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
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .