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Deepal S05 vs MG S6 EV
Selected trimStandard278 mi · 69 kWh · £39,995
Selected trimSE Long RangeChange trim329 mi · 77 kWh · £37,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Deepal S05 leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs, while the MG S6 EV leads on value for money and family practicality.
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 MG S6 EV if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
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
Motorway RangeDeepal
Deepal
6.7
MG
3.3
FamilyMG
Deepal
7.2
MG
8.5
ChargingDeepal
Deepal
8.2
MG
3.3
Cost Per MileDeepal
Deepal
4.9
MG
3.4
City Driving
Deepal
4.1
MG
3.9
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Deepal S05
Base
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 23 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 140 kW more power
- 3.7s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £39,995 | £37,995 (better) |
| Official range | 278 miles | 329 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 492 L | 674 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 15 min (better) | 38 min |
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 9.2 sec |
Size Comparison
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Deepal S05
MG S6 EV
Length
Deepal S054,620mm-88mm
MG S6 EV4,708mm
Width
Deepal S051,900mm-12mm
MG S6 EV1,912mm
Height
Deepal S051,600mm-64mm
MG S6 EV1,664mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,620 mm | 4,708 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,900 mm (better) | 1,912 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,142 mm |
| Height | 1,600 mm | 1,664 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 11.1 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 500 mm spare (better) | 488 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 492 L | 674 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1250 L | 1910 L (better) |
| Frunk | 159 L (better) | 124 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,500 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.
MG S6 EV
- A 124 L frunk, one of 4 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 124 L or more.
- Boot space of 674 L is bigger than 95% of SUVs we track.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Deepal S05 Base |  MG S6 EV SE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.62m | 4.71m+88mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.91m+12mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.14m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.66m+64mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.88m | 2.83m-45mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 492L | 674L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1250L | 1910L (better) |
| Frunk | 159L (better) | 124L |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 11.1m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,940kg | 1,880kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 69kWh | 77kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 278 mi | 329 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 200kW (better) | 150kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £39,995 | £37,995 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 278 miles | 329 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 231 miles | 232 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 15 min (better) | 38 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 200 kW (better) | 150 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 166 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 69 kWh | 74.3 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V (better) | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 9.2 sec |
| Power | 320 kW (better) | 180 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
MG S6 EV
SE Long Range
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Deepal S05
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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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 S6 EV SE Long Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users84%
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 | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Deepal S05
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MG S6 EV
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Deepal S05
No active listings.
MG S6 EV
- £26,7902025Cars2View
- £24,9902026Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Deepal S05 worth the extra £2,000 over the MG S6 EV?
The Deepal S05 costs £2,000 more than the MG S6 EV. For that premium it adds 50 kW faster peak rapid charging, 140 kW more power and a 3.7s quicker 0-62mph time. The MG S6 EV is not just cheaper - it also offers 51 miles more WLTP range and 182 litres more boot space. 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 S6 EV?
The MG S6 EV is £2,000 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 S6 EV comes out roughly £1,920 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 S6 EV like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 231 miles for the Deepal S05 and 232 miles for the MG S6 EV - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 15 minutes in the Deepal S05 and 38 in the MG S6 EV, so the Deepal S05 loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Deepal S05 or the MG S6 EV?
The two are within 12 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 500 mm of total clearance for the Deepal S05 and about 488 mm of total clearance for the MG S6 EV.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Deepal S05 or the MG S6 EV?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Deepal S05 and 84% for the MG S6 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 MG S6 EV's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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