Global update for Deepal S05
Deepal has announced a refreshed version of its S05 electric SUV for global markets, adding new driver-assistance hardware, an upgraded cockpit and higher claimed range, according to the company’s announcement. The S05 is already sold in Nepal, where it has built a strong presence among compact electric SUVs.
According to Deepal, the updated S05 will be available in five variants. The company has set an initial pre‑sale price of around USD 17,600, which roughly translates to about Rs 23–24 lakh before local taxes and duties. Final retail prices for Nepal have not been disclosed yet and will depend on import costs and government EV tax policies.
Deepal plans to officially launch the refreshed S05 globally on August 6, as per the announcement.
Exterior and interior changes
The new S05 gets a revised exterior with: - New "Deepal Eye" LED headlights - Body cladding with chrome detailing - Frameless doors and partially hidden door handles - New 18‑inch alloy wheels
Inside, Deepal says the cabin uses a “floating starship” design with leather and wood‑grain trim. Key features include: - 256‑colour ambient lighting - 15.6‑inch 2.5K floating central touchscreen - Gear selector mounted on the steering column
These changes are meant to give the compact SUV a more premium feel without moving it out of its segment.
Smart driving and tech
The headline upgrade is in driver assistance. According to the company, the new S05 adds: - A lidar sensor (laser‑based scanner used in advanced driver‑assist systems) - 26 high‑sensitivity sensors in total - An SDA Pilot intelligent driving system offering more than 90 smart features, including city and highway assistance and parking aids
Deepal says the cockpit is powered by an automotive‑grade 3 nm chip, running Deepal OS integrated with the Depseek R1 large language model. The car also offers lane‑level navigation and adaptive variable suspension. That package is aimed at improving comfort and stability on mixed road conditions.
Performance and battery
For performance, the updated S05 uses a rear electric motor rated at about 272 hp, with a claimed 0–100 km/h time of 6.28 seconds, according to the announcement.
Deepal also claims: - A battery based on CATL cells and Golden Bell technology - CLTC range of 520–620 km, depending on variant
CLTC is a Chinese test cycle. In real Nepal conditions (mountain roads, heavier loads, air‑conditioning), buyers should expect a lower real‑world range.
What this means for Nepal buyers
Deepal S05 is already sold in Nepal as an electric SUV, and Deepal reports more than 30,000 units sold globally so far. For Nepali EV customers, the refreshed model points to: - More advanced safety and driver‑assist features becoming available in this price band - A stronger focus on software, AI integration and navigation, which can matter for long‑distance and urban driving - Competitive claimed range versus other compact electric SUVs
Local buyers should watch how the Nepal‑spec S05 is configured — especially battery size, motor output, official range, and the actual retail price in Rs lakh — once the distributor announces Nepal‑market details after the global August 6 launch.
Current prices on Nepal AutoMart
- Deepal S05 EV price in Nepal: Rs 57.99 lakh – Rs 62.99 lakh ex-showroom, 2 variants
Writes on vehicle pricing, taxation and the Nepali auto market from ongoing tracking of distributor price lists. Editorial policy.
