Overview

• Lepas is pitched at younger buyers with expressive design, vibrant colours and driver-focused interiors.
• The L8 mid-size SUV is expected to lead the launch, closely related to the Tiggo 8 and Tiggo X, with locally supplied images highlighting the model.
• Globally the L8 offers petrol, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric options, though Australian powertrain choices remain unconfirmed, with images showing ‘CSH’ Super Hybrid badging.
• Chery indicates Lepas is likely to use its own dealer network, with iCaur confirmed for Australia and Jetour reportedly planned, potentially taking the local portfolio to as many as six marques.
• Lepas targets entry into 45 countries by the end of 2027 and plans five additional models within three years, aiming for 500,000 global sales by 2028.