Deepal S09

Deepal’s flagship S09 full-size SUV officially launched in China early 2025 and is about debut in the UAE via Al Tayer Motors by late 2025. It features sleek LED lighting, frameless handles, roof-mounted LiDAR, and a 6‑seat “2+2+2” cabin. The cockpit offers dual 15.6-inch OLED screens and a stunning 43-inch AR‑HUD from Huawei. Entertainment is boosted by a ceiling-mounted 21.4-inch 3K screen for second-row occupants. Luxury extends to 8‑point massage seats, heated/cooled cup holders, and premium build materials.

Launch

The S09 is expected to launch in UAE by Al Tayer Motors by late 2025, with sales and service via dedicated Deepal showrooms.

Price

The Deepal S09 Chinese pricing starts around USD 33,100 which is about AED 122,000, so we can expect the UAE trims near AED 140,000–160,000 depending on spec and import duties.

Powertrain & Performance

• REEV (Range‑Extended Hybrid): Single 231 kW rear motor (314 hp) in RWD; AWD version adds front 131 kW motor (total 485 hp).

• Engine: 1.5 L turbo petrol generator (110 kW / 147 hp).

• Battery: 40.18 kWh CATL LFP with ~220 km electric-only (CLTC) and ~1,120 km total range.

• Acceleration: AWD Ultra trims reach 0–100 km/h in 5.9 s and others 7.9 s.
  Fast charging supports 120 kW (300 km added in 10 minutes).

Ride & Handling

It is built on EPA1 platform with independent front/rear suspension and adaptive air suspension. CDC system tunes ride firmness. Stabilized dynamics and air suspension ensure comfort across Dubai highways and mild off-road terrain.

Interior & Features

The Signature cabin includes dual 15.6-inch OLED displays, 43-inch AR-HUD, 21.4-inch rear entertainment screen, 18‑speaker audio, massage seats, smart cup-holder box, and flexible 2+2+2 seating layout with adjustable second-row consoles.

Safety & Driver Assistance

Huawei Qiankun ADS 3.3 (upgradable to ADS 4.0) with 27 sensors enables adaptive cruise, highway navigation assist, lane-change, auto parking, and LiDAR-based 360° object detection. C‑IASI high-strength structure, curtain airbags, and 5-star ANCAP/Euro NCAP equivalent safety rating.

Rivals

It will be competing with Volvo XC60, Chery Tiggo 9, BYD Denza N9 and Toyota Rav 4 in the UAE market.