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Deepal S05 vs Volvo EX40
Selected trimStandard278 mi · 69 kWh · £39,995
Selected trimSingle Motor Extended RangeChange trim355 mi · 82 kWh · £39,610
At a glance
In this comparison, Deepal S05 leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs, while the Volvo EX40 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 Volvo EX40 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.
ValueVolvo
Deepal
6.2
Volvo
6.9
Motorway RangeDeepal
Deepal
6.7
Volvo
4.1
Family
Deepal
7.2
Volvo
6.9
Too close to call
ChargingDeepal
Deepal
8.2
Volvo
6.6
Cost Per MileDeepal
Deepal
4.9
Volvo
3.3
City DrivingVolvo
Deepal
4.1
Volvo
5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Deepal S05
Base
- 82 litres more boot space
- 13 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 135 kW more power
- 1.8s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £39,995 | £39,610 (better) |
| Official range | 278 miles | 355 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 492 L (better) | 410 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 15 min (better) | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 7.3 sec |
Size Comparison
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Deepal S05
Volvo EX40
Length
Deepal S054,620mm
Volvo EX404,440mm-180mm
Width
Deepal S051,900mm
Volvo EX401,873mm-27mm
Height
Deepal S051,600mm-51mm
Volvo EX401,651mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,620 mm | 4,440 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,900 mm | 1,873 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,034 mm |
| Height | 1,600 mm | 1,651 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 500 mm spare | 527 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 917 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 492 L (better) | 410 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1250 L | 1400 L (better) |
| Frunk | 159 L (better) | 31 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,500 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Deepal S05 Base |  Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.62m | 4.44m-180mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.87m-27mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.03m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.65m+51mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.88m | 2.70m-178mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 492L (better) | 410L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1250L | 1400L (better) |
| Frunk | 159L (better) | 31L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 917mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,940kg (better) | 2,075kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 69kWh | 82kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 278 mi | 355 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 200kW | 200kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £39,995 | £39,610 (better) |
| 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 | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 278 miles | 355 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 231 miles | 242 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 15 min (better) | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 200 kW | 200 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 167 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 69 kWh | 82 kWh (better) |
| 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 | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 7.3 sec |
| Power | 320 kW (better) | 185 kW |
| Torque | 502 Nm (better) | 420 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Deepal S05
Base
Volvo EX40
Single Motor Extended Range
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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 - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range
Tested 2018
Adult Occupant97%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
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 | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended 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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Volvo EX40
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Deepal S05
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Volvo EX40
- £38,0582025Car360View
- £36,8872025Car360View
- £35,0372024Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Deepal S05 or the Volvo EX40?
The Volvo EX40 is £385 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 Volvo EX40 comes out roughly £305 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 Volvo EX40 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 231 miles for the Deepal S05 and 242 miles for the Volvo EX40 - 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 28 in the Volvo EX40, so the Deepal S05 loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Deepal S05 or the Volvo EX40?
The two are within 27 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 527 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EX40 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 Volvo EX40?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Deepal S05 and 84% for the Volvo EX40. 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 Volvo EX40's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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