Lepas
Chery International (Lepas)
🇨🇳 China
Chery's premium sub-brand for markets outside China, launched April 2025 with a "Leopard Aesthetic" design language. Debuts with the L8, L6, and L4 SUVs, positioned above Chery's mainstream lineup and the Omoda and Jaecoo export brands.
Lepas models
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Lepas models and prices
| Model | Price from | Market | Body | Powertrain | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L4 | R299,900(~$18,700) | South AfricaJul 2026 | SUV | ICE · EV | On Sale |
| L6 | —Price not published | — | SUV | EV · PHEV | On Sale |
| L8 | £34,900(~$47,800) | UKJul 2026 | SUV | PHEV | On Sale |
Starting prices in the market each car is sold in, on the date shown. USD figures are approximate conversions.
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About
Lepas launched in April 2025 at a global event in Wuhu, Anhui, as Chery’s most premium play for markets outside China. The name blends “leap” and “passion,” and the brand pitches itself around “elegant mobility” - a step up in positioning from Chery’s existing export brands, Omoda and Jaecoo.
The lineup opens with the L8, a D-segment SUV built on the T1X platform shared with the Tiggo 8, Tiggo 7, Omoda C7, and Jaecoo J7, offered with petrol, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric powertrains. The L6 and L4 follow as smaller SUVs twinned with the Chery Tiggo 7 and Tiggo 5 respectively, each sold in petrol and electric versions as Lepas builds out its NEV (new-energy vehicle) range. Chery has set a target of 500,000 annual sales and 1,200 outlets worldwide within three years.
Lepas has launched in South Africa, with the UK, Australia, and other right-hand-drive and emerging markets to follow through 2026.
Global website lepasinternational.com
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Lepas?
Lepas is owned by Chery International.
What country are Lepas cars from?
Lepas is a Chinese brand, headquartered in Wuhu.
When was Lepas founded?
Lepas was founded in 2025.
What kind of cars does Lepas make?
Lepas makes SUVs for global export markets, including electric and plug-in hybrid variants.
Is Lepas related to Chery, Omoda, or Jaecoo?
Yes. Lepas is Chery's premium export sub-brand, positioned above Omoda and Jaecoo. All three are built by Chery Group for markets outside China.
Does Lepas sell cars in China?
No. Lepas is an export-only brand; its models are not sold under the Lepas name in the domestic Chinese market.
What does the Lepas name mean?
It's a blend of "leap" and "passion," reflecting the brand's global expansion strategy.