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A new electrified car brand from Chery International, LEPAS has now arrived at Peoples.
Built around Leopard Aesthetics, LEPAS vehicles combine distinctive design with electrified performance, inspired by the speed, power and fluid grace of the leopard.
The first UK model, the LEPAS L8, is a spacious five-seat plug-in hybrid SUV, now available to see, explore and test drive at Peoples.
The LEPAS L8 PHEV starts from £34,900 RRP on-the-road in Essence trim, while the higher-specification Elevate trim starts from £37,900 RRP on-the-road.
The LEPAS L8 is available from £399 per month at 1.9% APR, plus a customer deposit. It also comes with a 7-year/100,000-mile vehicle warranty, an 8-year/100,000-mile high-voltage battery warranty, and up to 7 years of RAC Roadside Assistance as standard.
Discover LEPAS for yourself and book your L8 test drive today.
LEPAS is the fourth brand from the Chery International group to arrive in the UK, joining OMODA, JAECOO and Chery UK.
Its first UK model, the LEPAS L8, is a spacious five-seat plug-in hybrid SUV that combines distinctive design, electrified performance and everyday practicality, all built around a philosophy of precision, power and elegance.
Across the LEPAS range, every model will be electrified, with hybrid, plug-in hybrid and fully electric powertrains available.
A large Plug-In Hybrid SUV, now available at Peoples
The LEPAS L8 is the first model from the LEPAS brand to arrive at Peoples, marking the UK arrival of a new generation of electrified SUVs.
Powered by the LEPAS Super Hybrid powertrain, the L8 combines a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine with an electric motor and an 18.4kWh battery for efficient, responsive performance.
Bold leopard-inspired design, a spacious five-seat interior and a generous 2,800mm wheelbase complete the picture.
Become one of the first LEPAS owners in the UK and unlock exclusive Founder benefits worth almost £1,800. Secure your place with a fully refundable £99 deposit and enjoy a range of exclusive rewards when you order your new LEPAS.
Limited to the first 500 UK customers. Secure your place among the first LEPAS owners in Britain.
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Peoples LEPAS Edinburgh
Address: Peoples LEPAS Edinburgh, 1 Cultins Rd, Edinburgh, EH11 4DF
Telephone: 0131 297 7607
Peoples LEPAS Livingston
Address: Peoples LEPAS Livingston, Howden South, Burnvale, Almondvale, Livingston, EH54 6PZ
Telephone:01506 536025
Email: Customercare@peoples-lepas.co.uk
Opening Hours:
| Monday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 11:00 - 17:00 |
Yes. The LEPAS L8 supports DC fast charging, capable of charging the 18.4kWh battery from 30% to 80% in as little as 20 minutes.
The LEPAS L8 is a large five-seat SUV built on the LEX platform with a 2,800mm wheelbase, offering rear legroom of 970mm.
The LEPAS L8 PHEV starts from £34,900 RRP on-the-road in Essence trim. The higher-specification Elevate trim starts from £37,900 RRP on-the-road.
Yes. Both L8 trim levels launch as plug-in hybrids (PHEV), powered by the LEPAS Super Hybrid System. The 18.4kWh battery can be charged from an external power source for electric-only driving, with the petrol engine providing extended range beyond that. CO2 emissions of just 21g/km mean the L8 qualifies to drive free of charge in London's ULEZ. A fully electric version of the L8 will follow in 2027.
Both trim levels share the same LEPAS Super Hybrid powertrain, core safety systems, and infotainment setup. The differences are focused on comfort, luxury, and refinement.
Elevate adds 20-inch wheels (versus 19-inch on Essence), acoustic laminated front windows, Active Engine Noise Cancellation, heated and power-adjustable front seats with cooling and massage functions, a hands-free power tailgate, heated windscreen, 256-colour ambient interior lighting, in-car fragrance technology, puddle lights, front parking sensors, a 540° panoramic camera, advanced parking assist, remote parking assist, and a Sony Premium 8-speaker audio system.
Essence starts from £34,900 RRP on-the-road; Elevate starts from £37,900 RRP on-the-road.
The LEPAS L8 delivers a pure electric range of up to 56 miles and a combined range of up to 745 miles.*
*According to WLTP testing cycle.
All LEPAS L8 models come with a comprehensive suite of advanced driver assistance systems as standard, including autonomous emergency braking (AEB), emergency lane-keeping (ELK), front distance monitoring (FDM), adaptive cruise control (ACC), and intelligent speed limit control (ISLC). Every L8 also has 10 airbags.
Elevate models add front parking sensors, a 540° panoramic camera system, advanced parking assist, and remote parking assist, which allows the vehicle to manoeuvre into or out of a parking space while the driver stands outside the car.
The LEPAS L8 comes with a 7-year/100,000-mile vehicle warranty and an 8-year/100,000-mile warranty on the high-voltage battery system. All models also include up to 7 years of RAC Roadside Assistance as standard.
Pre-orders for the LEPAS L8 open in July 2026, with first customer deliveries from September 2026. The L8 is the first model to launch the LEPAS brand in the UK, with the L6 mid-size SUV and the smaller L4 SUV set to follow later in the year.
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.
Offers valid to 30th September 2026 | Accepted proposals must be funded by 31st October 2026 | Marketing examples correct at time of print. Manufacturer’s reserve the right to amend or withdraw the offers stated. *This is not an FDA and therefore should be deducted from cash price.
Contract Hire Terms
Headline rentals will be available until 30th of September | Quotes are valid for 28 days or until the end of the quarter, whichever comes sooner | Proposals must be submitted by 30th of September | Agreements must be raised before quote expiry date | Documentation must be signed and returned to Lex before credit expiry date to guarantee the terms above.
OMODA & JAECOO UK LIMITED, trading as LEPAS, is a credit broker and not a lender. LEPAS introduces you to a dealer which acts as a credit broker in its own right. That dealer may go on to introduce you to Lex Autolease Limited as lender. Contract Hire is subject to status and approval, available to UK residents aged 18 and over. Contract Hire is provided by Lex Autolease Limited, PO Box 3982, Chester, CH1 9XD. If the vehicle exceeds the contract mileage, an excess mileage charge will apply. You will not own the vehicle and it should be returned to us in a condition that meets BVRLA ‘fair wear and tear’ guidelines, otherwise charges may apply. Lex Autolease Limited. Registered in England & Wales No. 1090741. Registered Office: 25 Gresham Street, London, EC2V 7HN.
OMODA & JAECOO UK LIMITED, trading as LEPAS will not receive commission for introducing you to Lex Autolease Limited.
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