After experiencing the static features of the Deep Blue S07, we returned to Chongqing a week later. We focused on the dynamic aspects of the vehicle. As a highly anticipated smart SUV, the Deep Blue S07 excels in design, luxury, and intelligence. The exterior interaction lights, front dual zero-gravity seats, and intelligent vehicle system left a strong impression. Its collaboration with Huawei on the Qian Kun Smart Driving System stands out as a key highlight. This time, we will discuss the dynamic features and see if the Deep Blue S07’s smart driving can surpass its competitors.
Deep Blue S07: Vibrant Appearance, Luxurious and Intelligent Cabin Users familiar with Deep Blue cars will recognize this model at first glance. The Deep Blue S07 maintains the brand’s youthful and energetic design. You can sense its strong technological feel from outside.
The front grille features a closed structure, reflecting its new energy attributes. The sharp front design and the moving LED daytime running lights enhance the car’s sporty look. The lower grille has interactive functions on both sides. It includes 696 LED light sources for smart interaction. Users can customize the light effects and project interactions. This system supports pedestrian yielding, driving status reminders, and special scene animations. Users can personalize the lights, increasing individuality and playfulness.
The Deep Blue S07 features a high width-to-height ratio of 0.842 and a height-to-length ratio of 0.342. This gives the car a balanced appearance. The drag coefficient reaches 0.258 Cd. It has hidden door handles and electric suction doors, which surprised me. Additionally, the new car offers several color options. Besides Starry Black and Cool Star White, it includes Blaze Orange, Cosmic Yellow, Nebula Green, and Starry Blue, all of which are trendy. The D-pillar now has a starry breathing light that pulses with the charging state.
The continuous taillights and hexagonal high-mounted brake light stand out. They feature strong Deep Blue design elements. The rear of the vehicle shows minimal changes. The badge switched from S7 to S07, returning to Deep Blue’s familiar naming style. The new wheel design reduces drag and aligns well with the vehicle’s overall tone.
The Deep Blue S07 offers three interior color options: Shadow Black, Starry Green, and Heatwave Orange. You can trust the craftsmanship and materials. They rank among the best in its class. The 64-color ambient lighting and faux carbon fiber trim enhance the sporty atmosphere in the cabin.
The Deep Blue S07 front seats support zero-gravity function. They also offer ventilation, heating, and massage. The comfort stands out. The passenger sun visor includes a 12.3-inch entertainment screen. This screen can fold up and down for hiding. The passenger can control it independently. Tapping the “TV” icon on the center screen activates the one-click movie mode with the passenger’s zero-gravity seat.
The central control screen features a 15.6-inch narrow bezel “Sunflower” display. Users can tilt the screen 15° to the left or right, or set it to a straight viewing angle. This setup benefits both the driver and passenger. The vehicle runs on the Deepal OS smart operating system and is powered by the 8155 chip. The system UI is simple and clear. Editable components appear at the bottom of the screen. Users can swipe down to access the app menu and swipe right for common vehicle control functions. The functional areas are clearly defined.
The dynamic performance surprises. The Qian Kun smart driving system shows high completion. The Deep Blue S07 excels in power and energy replenishment. It uses a rear-wheel-drive setup for added fun. The Deep Blue super extender employs high compression Atkinson cycle technology. It combines with smart energy management. Under CLTC conditions, it achieves a friendly feed rate of only 4.9L/100Km. The vehicle offers an impressive 285 kilometers of extended pure electric range. With 3C fast charging technology, it provides a pure electric driving experience and saves you money.
The Deep Blue S07 features the Huawei Qian Kun smart driving system. Its main visual solution rivals Tesla’s. It offers more scene applicability and refined obstacle avoidance. It excels in cornering capabilities. The nationwide NCA smart driving navigation assists with quick on and off ramps. It handles various traffic conditions smoothly, from highways to urban areas. It intelligently avoids construction at low speeds. It navigates curves effortlessly and adjusts speed automatically. Ramp control feels like that of an experienced driver.
Huawei’s self-developed parking control algorithm enhances the Deep Blue S07. It integrates smart modeling, precise perception, and customizable parking. The S07 supports over 160 parking scenarios. It adapts to complex environments and special parking spaces. Users can choose bidirectional parking in and out. This provides a convenient and effortless parking experience in all scenarios.
The Deep Blue S07 offers two powertrain options: pure electric and super extended range. I tested the pure electric version. My first impression is that this car feels substantial. The accelerator and steering resistance feel heavy. The driving experience is good. The pure electric model provides multiple driving modes: economy, comfort, sport, and custom.
The vehicle starts smoothly. The accelerator pedal has a short travel, making it easy to control. Even with frequent acceleration and deceleration, the vehicle maintains a stable state. The power output is linear and controllable. The braking force also outputs linearly. When the driver presses the brake pedal, the braking force releases evenly from front to back. The pedal feels responsive, and there is no nose-dive during braking.
Adjust the energy recovery level to the minimum. After accelerating, release the brake pedal. The vehicle will glide longer. This reduces the dizziness from electric cars and improves energy efficiency. The chassis of the Deep Blue S07 shows clear improvement over the previous version. It feels more cohesive. The driving experience reflects solid tuning.
The suspension feels a bit stiff. It helps with vehicle handling. However, the clear road feedback may not please users who prefer comfort. Overall, the driving experience remains impressive.
On roads with smart driving assistance, the Deep Blue S07 offers a great autonomous driving experience. It reaches a level of trust for users. The vehicle changes lanes and navigates on and off ramps using maps. The system responds quickly and shows a user-friendly design. Even in heavy traffic, it maintains safety and avoids dangerous situations.
Users can adjust the sensitivity and mode of the smart driving assistance features based on their habits. The turn signal lane change function has a gentle overall setting. After checking the vehicles behind, the car decisively changes lanes. If a vehicle approaches quickly from behind, the system stops in time. Overall, it is very user-friendly. When encountering obstacles like vehicles or cones ahead, the system can automatically avoid them.
