Deepal S05

The Deepal S05 is the most affordable model in Deepal's lineup for Saudi Arabia, and it doesn't feel like a compromise. At SAR 102,250, it delivers 215 hp, up to 900 km of total range, a 15.4-inch touchscreen, heated and cooled front seats, and a full safety package. For buyers who want a modern, tech-forward compact SUV, the S05 is worth a serious look.

Price

The Deepal S05 price starts at SAR 102,250  for the REEV variant through Almajdouie Motors. Single trim, fully loaded.

Engine and Performance

The S05 uses the same REEV technology as the S07. A 215 hp rear-mounted electric motor does all the driving, while a 1.5-litre petrol engine acts as a generator when the battery needs a top-up. The petrol engine never directly drives the wheels.

Total range is up to 900 km. Electric-only range is around 170 km (NEDC). DC fast charging takes the battery from 30 to 80 percent in 20 minutes. For most Saudi buyers, daily city driving will stay entirely on electric power — the petrol extender is mainly useful on longer trips like Riyadh to Abha.

0–100 km/h takes 7.9 seconds, and top speed is 175 km/h.

Ride and Handling

The S05 is built for comfort. Independent suspension at all four corners keeps the ride smooth over broken city roads and settled on highways. The rear-wheel-drive layout feels balanced and predictable, nothing catches you off guard. It's not sporty, but Saudi buyers looking at this segment aren't usually looking for that.

Road Presence

Clean, modern, and aerodynamic. Hidden rear door handles, sharp LED lighting, and 18-inch alloys give the S05 a more premium appearance than its price suggests. It draws on an "Interstellar Wing" design language with smooth lines and minimal clutter.

Interior and Features

The traditional instrument cluster is replaced by a head-up display that projects speed and navigation onto the windshield, keeping the driver's eyes forward. The 15.4-inch central screen handles most controls and runs on a Qualcomm chip for fast, responsive operation.

Standard features include heated and ventilated front seats, leather upholstery, 64-colour ambient lighting, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a wireless charging pad. Boot space is 492 litres at the rear, plus a 159-litre storage compartment under the front bonnet, which is useful for extra groceries or cables. With the rear seats folded flat, the load area stretches to nearly 1.9 metres.

Safety and Driver Assistance

The S05 comes with six airbags, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, blind spot warning, lane departure warning, rear cross-traffic alert, a 360-degree camera, hill start assist and ISOFIX. The CATL battery carries IP68 water and fire resistance with cloud-based diagnostics that monitor battery health in real time.

Rivals

BYD Atto 3, Geely Coolray and JAC JS4. At SAR 102,250 with 900 km of range and this level of standard equipment, the S05 offers more for the money than most rivals at this price. The BYD Atto 3 has a more established resale track record in Saudi, but the S05 edges it on range and cabin features.

Sayarabay Says

SAR 102,250 for a car that covers 900 km, seats five comfortably and comes packed with tech is genuinely strong value. The S05 suits buyers who want an EV-style driving experience without depending entirely on charging stations, the petrol backup solves that problem cleanly. Single trim means no confusing upgrade decisions.

The Almajdouie 6-year warranty manages the new-brand risk. If budget is a consideration and you want the most modern compact SUV you can get under SAR 110,000, the S05 makes the shortlist.