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Deepal S05 vs Skoda Elroq
Selected trimStandard278 mi · 69 kWh · £39,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Deepal S05 leads on motorway range and charging speed, while the Skoda Elroq leads on running costs 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
Choose the Skoda Elroq if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Deepal S05 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Deepal
6.2
Skoda
6.3
Too close to call
Motorway RangeDeepal
Deepal
6.7
Skoda
4.6
Family
Deepal
7.2
Skoda
7.2
Too close to call
ChargingDeepal
Deepal
8.2
Skoda
2.1
Cost Per MileSkoda
Deepal
4.9
Skoda
8.2
City DrivingSkoda
Deepal
4.1
Skoda
6.6
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 | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £39,995 | £33,970 (better) |
| Official range | 278 miles | 280 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 492 L (better) | 470 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 15 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 8.5 sec |
Size Comparison
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Deepal S05
Skoda Elroq
Length
Deepal S054,620mm
Skoda Elroq4,488mm-132mm
Width
Deepal S051,900mm
Skoda Elroq1,884mm-16mm
Height
Deepal S051,600mm-25mm
Skoda Elroq1,625mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,620 mm | 4,488 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,900 mm | 1,884 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,148 mm |
| Height | 1,600 mm | 1,625 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 9.3 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 500 mm spare | 516 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 492 L (better) | 470 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1250 L | 1580 L (better) |
| Frunk | 159 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Deepal S05 Base |  Skoda Elroq SE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.62m | 4.49m-132mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.88m-16mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.15m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.63m+25mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.88m | 2.77m-115mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 492L (better) | 470L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1250L | 1580L (better) |
| Frunk | 159L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 9.3m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,940kg (better) | 2,457kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 69kWh (better) | 61kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 278 mi | 280 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 200kW (better) | 105kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £39,995 | £33,970 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £39,995 (not eligible) | £32,470 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 278 miles | 280 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 231 miles | 234 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 15 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 200 kW (better) | 105 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.2 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 69 kWh (better) | 58 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 8.5 sec |
| Power | 320 kW (better) | 140 kW |
| Torque | 502 Nm (better) | 310 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
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Deepal S05
Base
Skoda Elroq
SE L 60
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Deepal S05
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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)
Euro NCAP - Skoda Elroq SE L 60
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
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 | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| 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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Skoda Elroq
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Deepal S05
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Skoda Elroq
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Deepal S05 worth the extra £6,025 over the Skoda Elroq?
The Deepal S05 costs £6,025 more than the Skoda Elroq. For that premium it adds 95 kW faster peak rapid charging, 180 kW more power and a 3.0s 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 Skoda Elroq?
The Skoda Elroq is £6,025 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Skoda Elroq comes out roughly £6,105 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 Skoda Elroq like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 231 miles for the Deepal S05 and 234 miles for the Skoda Elroq - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Deepal S05 or the Skoda Elroq?
The two are within 16 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 516 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Elroq 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 Skoda Elroq?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Deepal S05 and 84% for the Skoda Elroq. 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 Skoda Elroq's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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