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The New LEPAS L8
Large Plug-In Hybrid SUV | Arriving in the UK in 2026
The LEPAS L8 is a large hybrid SUV arriving in the UK in 2026
Powered by the the LEPAS Super Hybrid powertrain, combining a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine with an electric motor and an 18.4kWh battery. Bold leopard-inspired design and a 2,800mm wheelbase complete the picture.
Design, Refined.
Exterior Design
Leopard-Inspired Design
Every surface of the L8 is shaped by Leopard Aesthetics, LEPAS’s design philosophy that draws on the fluid power and precision of the leopard to inform the proportions, lines and detailing of the vehicle.
Leopard-Eye LED Headlights
The L8’s defining front-end feature: full LED headlights shaped in the distinctive angular outline of the leopard eye, with a chrome surround that gives the face its character.
Porcelain-Inspired Elegance
The sculpted rear of the L8 takes its influence from the flowing, refined forms of Chinese porcelain, bringing a softness and crafted quality to the bodywork that sets it apart from conventional SUV design.
Vibrant Premium Metallic Paint
The L8 is available in a range of premium metallic finishes, including bold tones designed to express the brand's confident, expressive identity.
Compliment Your Style
Exterior Colour Options
Intelligent Technology and the LEX Platform
The LEPAS L8 is built on the brand's proprietary LEX platform, developed specifically to deliver what LEPAS calls the elegant driving experience. The platform underpins a suite of intelligent driver assistance systems and a cabin architecture designed around space, comfort and intuitive control.
The LEX Platform
The LEX platform is LEPAS’s proprietary vehicle architecture, engineered to prioritise cabin space, structural efficiency and the integration of intelligent driver assistance technologies. It forms the foundation of every LEPAS model.
AI-Powered Voice Control
The L8’s AI-powered voice control system responds to natural language commands across navigation, climate, media and comfort functions, eliminating the need to interact with the touchscreen while driving.
Interior Space and Comfort
Room to Settle Into
At 2,800mm, the L8's wheelbase is among the longest in its class, creating a rear cabin that genuinely accommodates adult passengers.
Comfort, Done Properly.
Multi-layered seat construction supports occupants across a wide range of body types, with reclining rear seats that adjust to preference.
Power, Used Well.
With up to 6.6kW of external power output via the V2L (vehicle-to-load) system, the LEPAS L8 can power external devices, appliances or equipment directly from its battery.
Be the First to Discover the LEPAS L8
Register your interest to receive updates on UK pricing, specifications and availability as the L8 launch approaches. A member of the LEPAS UK team will be in touch.
Frequently Asked Questions
When Does the LEPAS L8 Go on Sale in the UK?
The LEPAS L8 is confirmed for a UK launch in 2026, making it the first model from the new LEPAS brand in Britain.
What Is the Electric Range of the LEPAS L8?
The LEPAS L8 is powered by the LEPAS Super Hybrid powertrain, pairing a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine with an electric motor and an 18.4kWh battery. Electric range for the UK market has not yet been confirmed and will be announced ahead of the 2026 launch.
How Much Will the LEPAS L8 Cost?
UK pricing for the LEPAS L8 has not yet been confirmed. Details will be announced ahead of the Q3 2026 launch.
Is the LEPAS L8 a Plug-In Hybrid?
Yes. A plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version has been confirmed for the UK launch of the LEPAS L8. The LEPAS Super Hybrid powertrain can be charged from an external power source, replenishing the battery for electric-only driving, with the petrol engine providing extended range beyond that. An electric version may follow at or after launch.
How Big Is the LEPAS L8?
The LEPAS L8 is a large five-seat SUV with a 2,800mm wheelbase.
Who Makes LEPAS Cars?
LEPAS is owned by Chery International, the global export arm of Chery Automobile, one of China’s largest independent vehicle manufacturers. In the UK, LEPAS is the fourth brand from the Chery Group, alongside OMODA, JAECOO and Chery UK.