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Deepal S05 vs Kia EV6 (2021-2024)
Selected trimStandard278 mi · 69 kWh · £39,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Deepal S05 leads on city driving, while the Kia EV6 leads on motorway range and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Deepal S05 if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Kia EV6 (2021-2024) if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Kia EV6 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Deepal
6.2
Kia
6.1
Too close to call
Motorway RangeKia
Deepal
6.7
Kia
7.6
Family
Deepal
7.2
Kia
7.2
Too close to call
Charging
Deepal
8.2
Kia
8.3
Too close to call
Cost Per MileKia
Deepal
4.9
Kia
6.3
City DrivingDeepal
Deepal
4.1
Kia
3.6
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 | Kia EV6Air 77.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £39,995 (better) | £40,895 |
| Official range | 278 miles | 328 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 492 L (better) | 490 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 15 min (better) | 18 min |
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Deepal S05
Kia EV6
Length
Deepal S054,620mm-60mm
Kia EV64,680mm
Width
Deepal S051,900mm
Kia EV61,880mm-20mm
Height
Deepal S051,600mm
Kia EV61,550mm-50mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Kia EV6Air 77.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,620 mm | 4,680 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,900 mm | 1,880 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,141 mm |
| Height | 1,600 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 500 mm spare | 520 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Kia EV6Air 77.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 492 L (better) | 490 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1250 L | 1300 L (better) |
| Frunk | 159 L (better) | 52 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,600 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Deepal S05 Base |  Kia EV6 Air 77.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.62m | 4.68m+60mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.88m-20mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.14m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.55m-50mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.88m | 2.90m+20mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 492L (better) | 490L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1250L | 1300L (better) |
| Frunk | 159L (better) | 52L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 11.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,940kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,600kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 69kWh | 77.4kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 278 mi | 328 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 200kW | 239kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £39,995 (better) | £40,895 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2021–2024 |
* Kia EV6: Heat pump: optional on GT-Line and GT-Line S, standard on GT, not offered on the entry car at launch.
* Kia EV6: Headline WLTP figure for this drive type; versions on larger wheels are rated lower.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Kia EV6Air 77.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 278 miles | 328 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 231 miles | 273 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 15 min (better) | 18 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 200 kW | 239 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 69 kWh | 77.4 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NCMA |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Kia EV6Air 77.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec | Not available |
| Power | 320 kW (better) | 168 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. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Deepal S05
Base
Kia EV6
Air 77.4kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
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 - Kia EV6 Air 77.4kWh
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users64%
Safety Assist87%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Kia EV6Air 77.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Deepal S05
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Kia EV6
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Deepal S05
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Kia EV6
- £23,2642023Car360View
- £28,4002023EV ExpertsView
- £28,9002023EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Deepal S05 or the Kia EV6?
The Deepal S05 is £900 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Deepal S05 comes out roughly £860 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 Kia EV6 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 231 miles for the Deepal S05 and 273 miles for the Kia EV6 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia EV6 goes roughly 42 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 15-18 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Deepal S05 or the Kia EV6?
The two are within 20 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 520 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV6 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 Kia EV6?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Deepal S05 and 89% for the Kia EV6. 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 Kia EV6's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .