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Lepas L8Release date and price in Australia

The Lepas L8 is confirmed for Australia. Timing: Late 2026. Price: Not announced. We'll add full running costs, charging costs by state and cost to own as soon as Australian pricing and specs are confirmed.

Confirmed for AustraliaStatus
Late 2026Expected
Hybrid and electricPowertrain
Not announcedPrice

What we know so far

Mostly overseas specifications. Australian versions can differ.

About Lepas

MainstreamOwned by Chery (China)

A new Chery brand sitting between Chery and Jaecoo. Sister brands: Chery, Omoda, Jaecoo, iCaur, Exlantix, Jetour, Freelander. Who owns which car brand.

On sale now: the closest alternatives

If you don't want to wait, these are the nearest cars you can buy today, with full running costs.

GWMHaval H6 PHEVGWM Haval H6 PHEV
106 km electricPlug-in · Mid-size SUVClaimed electric range, then petrol19.1 kWh battery4.70 m long
From $44,990 drive-awayPlug-in≈ $19.64/week, charged at homeLeapmotorC10 REEVLeapmotor C10 REEV
145 km electricPlug-in · Mid-size SUV (range extender)Claimed electric range, then petrol28.4 kWh battery4.74 m long
From $45,900 drive-away (launch price; check current)Plug-in≈ $21.31/week, charged at homeHyundaiKona ElectricHyundai Kona Electric
505 kmSmall SUVClaimed range65.4 kWh battery4.36 m long
From $45,990 drive-away505 km range≈ $13.78/week to charge

More from Lepas

Lepas L4ComingFirst half of 2027Hybrid and electric

Every car coming to Australia

Common questions

When is the Lepas L8 coming to Australia?

Late 2026.

How much will the Lepas L8 cost in Australia?

Not announced.

What can I buy now instead of the Lepas L8?

The closest cars on sale now are the GWM Haval H6 PHEV, Leapmotor C10 REEV and Hyundai Kona Electric.

Source: CarExpert: All the Chinese brands coming to Australia (Apr 2026). Launch dates and prices often change; we check monthly.

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