Changan Deepal S05 Ultra (2026) | Expert Rating
Summary
The Changan Deepal S05 Ultra is a mid-sized plug-in hybrid SUV that arrived in UK showrooms in Autumn 2026. The range also includes an all-electric model, which we cover here.
A leftfield rival to the likes of the Citroën C5 Aircross, Jaecoo 7 and Volkswagen Tiguan, the Deepal S05 Ultra has had limited reviewer coverage at the time of writing, but the outlook is generally positive.
The Car Expert’s own Andrew Charman argues that the Ultra offers more practicality when compared to its all-electric twin while “retaining some of the EV’s less than impressive driving dynamics.”
While praising the Deepal S05 Ultra for its easy driving experience, pricing and equipment list, Electrifying.com’s Sam Burnett instead casts doubt on the Changan’s footprint and name recognition in the UK. “I don’t think anyone who buys one of these will be at all unhappy with it, it’s just the challenge of getting them there in the first place.”
Once we have a larger collection of UK-based reviews to present, and we have collected running cost estimations ofr the SUV, we will give the Changan Deepal S05 Ultra an Expert Rating score. Check back soon!
Deepal S05 Ultra highlights
- Good electric-only range
- Well-equipped as standard
- Generous warranty
Deepal S05 Ultra lowlights
- Rather firm ride quality
- Lack of physical buttons
- Rivals offer more upmarket cabins
Key specifications
Body style: Medium SUV
Engines: petrol plug-in hybrid
Price: From £32,990
Launched: Autumn 2026
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA
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Safety rating
Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP
Adult protection: 94%
Child protection: 87%
Vulnerable road users: 78%
Safety assist: 76%
The Changan Deepal S05 Ultra shares its Euro NCAP credentials with its electric Deepal S05 sibling model, which was tested December 2025 and was awarded a full five-star safety rating. In October 2026, this rating was extended to the plug-in hybrid Ultra range.
Eco rating
Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP
No eco rating
As of October 2026, the Changan Deepal S05 Ultra has not been assessed by Green NCAP.
Running cost rating
Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data
No data yet
As of October 2026, we don’t have independently verified data available for the Changan Deepal S05 Ultra. Check back again soon.
Warranty rating
New car warranty information for the Changan Deepal S05 Ultra
| Overall rating | D | 31% |
| Petrol or diesel models | E | 17% |
| Electric or hybrid models | C | 56% |
| New car warranty duration | 3 years |
| New car warranty mileage | 60,000 miles |
| Battery warranty duration | 8 years |
| Battery warranty mileage | 100,000 miles |
Changan’s new car warranty is better/worse than average, and better/worse than rival brands in a similar price bracket as the Deepal S05 Ultra.
The duration is [xxx] years, with a limit of [xxx] miles / no limit on mileage. In addition to the standard new car warranty, the [Model] plug-in hybrid version has an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty for the battery components.
Recalls
Official DVSA safety recalls that have been issued for the Changan Deepal S05 Ultra
As of October 2026, we are not aware of any DVSA vehicle safety recalls affecting the Changan Deepal S05 Ultra. However, recall information is updated regularly, so this may have changed.
You can check to see if your car has any outstanding recalls by visiting the DVLA website or contacting your local Changan dealer.
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