Autoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article.
Bangkok Auto Show Shocker: The Deepal E07 Multitruck
The Bangkok International Motor Show is never short on wild concepts and production cars that feel like they belong in a different timeline or market. Walking the floor, I noticed a familiar pattern. Most EVs follow the same formula. They are sleek, quiet, and safe in execution.
Then I came across the Deepal E07 Multitruck. It made me stop and take a second look. This is not just another electric crossover. It is one of the most interesting vehicles at the show, and unfortunately, likely one that may never reach U.S. roads.
The best way to describe it is a mix of the Hyundai Santa Cruz, Honda Ridgeline, and the TeslaCybertruck. The idea sounds strange, and in person, it looks just as unconventional. Up close, it feels like a car that breaks the usual rules. Can an EV truly be fun?
Leroy Marion/Autoblog
View the 3 images of this gallery on the original article
A Shape-Shifter in Disguise
At first glance, the E07 looks like a large electric crossover with a fastback profile. It measures over five meters long and has a long wheelbase. The design is clean and somewhat understated. The numbers, however, tell a different story.
The rear-drive version produces about 338 horsepower. The dual-motor AWD version delivers around 590 hp and 476 lb-ft of torque. It can go from 0 to 60 mph in under 4 seconds. Range is rated at roughly 340 miles, or about 317 miles for the AWD version. It also uses an 800-volt system for fast charging.
What caught my attention was the transformation feature. I stood there watching it more than once. At the press of a button, the rear glass behind the second row drops. Then the large rear windshield lifts away. The tailgate opens, revealing a real cargo bed. Activate the full sequence, and it goes further. The glass partition lowers, and the bulkhead opens. Manually folding the rear seats down results in a long, flat load space. It feels closer to a pickup than an SUV. It is complex, but also very clever.
Leroy Marion/Autoblog
View the 4 images of this gallery on the original article
Finally, an EV With Personality?
After seeing dozens of EVs at the show, even the more performance-focused models struggle to stand out. The Deepal E07 is different. It stayed on my mind long after I walked away from it.
Compared to the Tesla Cybertruck, the E07 is less aggressive and more polished. The design and functionality feel more fluid. It embraces its unusual concept instead of hiding it, giving me a lot of Subaru Baja vibes. There is also growing industry interest. Mazda is reportedly exploring working with Deepal on this platform. If that collaboration moves forward, a version of this idea could reach a wider market, including the U.S.
Standing there, watching it transform, I kept thinking about how rare this kind of risk has become. The E07 is not perfect. It is complicated and slightly unconventional, and the clunks it makes as it transforms can be a bit disconcerting. Still, it brings something new to the table. In a segment full of EVs with interchangeable badges, that matters a lot.
Leroy Marion/Autoblog
View the 4 images of this gallery on the original article
This story was originally published by Autoblog on Mar 24, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
