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Deepal S05 vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
Selected trimStandard278 mi · 69 kWh · £39,995
Selected trimStandard278 mi · 84 kWh · £65,800
At a glance
In this comparison, Deepal S05 leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N stays competitive across the board.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Deepal S05 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- 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
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Deepal S05 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueDeepal
Deepal
6.2
Hyundai
4.8
Motorway RangeDeepal
Deepal
6.7
Hyundai
3.6
Family
Deepal
7.2
Hyundai
7.4
Too close to call
ChargingDeepal
Deepal
8.2
Hyundai
7.4
Cost Per MileDeepal
Deepal
4.9
Hyundai
1.4
City DrivingDeepal
Deepal
4.1
Hyundai
2.1
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 | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £39,995 (better) | £65,800 |
| Official range | 278 miles | 278 miles |
| Boot space | 492 L (better) | 480 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 15 min (better) | 27 min |
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec | 3.4 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Deepal S05
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
Length
Deepal S054,620mm-95mm
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N4,715mm
Width
Deepal S051,900mm-40mm
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N1,940mm
Height
Deepal S051,600mm
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N1,585mm-15mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,620 mm | 4,715 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,900 mm (better) | 1,940 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,170 mm |
| Height | 1,600 mm | 1,585 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 12 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 500 mm spare (better) | 460 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 492 L (better) | 480 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1250 L | 1587 L (better) |
| Frunk | 159 L (better) | 57 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,600 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.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
- Peak DC charging of 240 kW, faster than 80% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- 3,000 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Deepal S05 Base |  Hyundai IONIQ 5 N Base |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.62m | 4.71m+95mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.94m+40mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.17m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.58m-15mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.88m | 3.00m+120mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 492L (better) | 480L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1250L | 1587L (better) |
| Frunk | 159L (better) | 57L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 12m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,940kg (better) | 2,234kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,600kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 69kWh | 84kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 278 mi | 278 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 200kW | 240kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £39,995 (better) | £65,800 |
| 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 | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 278 miles | 278 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 231 miles | 232 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 15 min (better) | 27 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 200 kW | 240 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 69 kWh | 84 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NCMA |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec | 3.4 sec (better) |
| Power | 320 kW | 478 kW (better) |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 770 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Deepal S05
Base
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
Base
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Deepal S05
All 3 videos
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Prices & deals
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
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 - Hyundai IONIQ 5 N Base
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users63%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| 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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Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N worth the extra £25,805 over the Deepal S05?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 N costs £25,805 more than the Deepal S05. For that premium it adds 40 kW faster peak rapid charging, 158 kW more power and a 2.1s 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N?
The Deepal S05 is £25,805 cheaper to buy. The Deepal S05 is cheaper to charge, roughly £168 a year versus £208 for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Deepal S05 comes out roughly £26,005 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N - 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 27 in the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N, so the Deepal S05 loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Deepal S05 or the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N?
The Deepal S05 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 40 mm narrower than the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 500 mm of total clearance for the Deepal S05 and about 460 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Deepal S05 or the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Deepal S05 and 89% for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. The Deepal S05's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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