Deepal S05 — Changan's tech-forward compact EV/REEV lands in Pakistan

The Deepal S05 is the compact SUV from Deepal, Changan's dedicated new-energy brand, and it's one of the most talked-about new arrivals. It's a sharply styled coupe-crossover built around a minimalist, screen-led cabin — a large free-standing central touchscreen runs almost everything, with slim air vents, a panoramic glass roof on higher trims and an airy, lounge-like feel.

Depending on market it's offered as a pure battery EV and, in some regions, as a range-extender (REEV) that uses a small petrol engine purely as a generator to top up the battery — which neatly sidesteps range anxiety where fast charging is still patchy. It's rear-wheel-drive, quick off the line in typical EV fashion, and leans heavily on driver-assist tech, over-the-air updates and a connected-car app.

For buyers eyeing their first EV, the S05 is pitched as an approachable, gadget-heavy alternative to the established petrol crossovers. The key questions for our market: real-world range in summer heat with the AC loaded, home vs public charging, battery warranty terms, and how Master Changan's after-sales network stacks up. Anyone booked one or seen it in the metal yet?