LEPAS details NEV lineup ahead of 2027 Hungary launch

LEPAS, Chery Group’s premium new-energy vehicle brand, outlined its European expansion plans and product lineup as it prepares to enter Hungary and four other markets in the first half of 2027. The brand is positioning electric and hybrid models around design and lifestyle appeal, not just range and performance.

Why it matters: - LEPAS is laying the groundwork for a broader European push that includes Hungary, where the brand plans to enter in the first half of 2027. - The brand is betting that European buyers want NEVs that combine technology with comfort, design and everyday usability. - Chery Group is using LEPAS to deepen its regional footprint as electric and hybrid competition intensifies across Europe.

What happened: - LEPAS unveiled its expanding NEV portfolio as it prepared for market entry in the Czech Republic, Denmark, Hungary, Slovakia and Sweden in the first half of 2027. - The brand first appeared in Europe at Milan Design Week earlier this year. - LEPAS has already started market rollout in the United Kingdom, Italy and Spain. - At Auto China 2026, LEPAS presented its NEV strategy and global lineup under the slogan “Elegance Moves the World.” - The lineup shown included the LEPAS L6 EV, LEPAS L4 EV and LEPAS L6 PHEV.

The details: - LEPAS is Chery Group’s premium brand focused on new-energy vehicles. - The brand says it is built around three pillars: leopard-inspired aesthetics, refined space and elegant technology. - LEPAS is based on Chery’s global R&D network. - The LEPAS L6 EV is aimed at city driving and includes VPD, H-NOA, Bosch IPB 2.0 and an AI Agent for driving, parking and in-cabin interaction. - The LEPAS L6 EV cabin combines ambient lighting, fragrance features and driving modes to create a more comfortable interior experience. - The LEPAS L4 EV targets urban use with dynamic styling, contrasting color schemes and distinctive wheels. - The LEPAS L4 EV delivers 160 kW of power, a multi-link independent rear suspension, a globally tuned chassis and 21 ADAS and connectivity features. - The LEPAS L4 EV offers a range in the 500 km class and fast charging. - The LEPAS L6 PHEV is positioned as a versatile option for both city and long-distance driving. - The LEPAS L6 PHEV uses a Super Hybrid system and keeps the brand’s leopard-inspired design language and LEX platform tuning. - LEPAS says the three models reflect its “Good-looking, Fun, Practical, and Enjoyable” product philosophy. - The brand plans to launch 10 new-energy models with multiple powertrain options over the next three years.

Between the lines: - LEPAS is not selling NEVs only on range or speed. - The brand is trying to make electric mobility feel like a lifestyle choice, with design and cabin experience as key differentiators. - The European rollout suggests LEPAS is building a market-by-market strategy rather than a single-region launch. - The focus on localized operations signals that LEPAS expects customer needs and charging conditions to vary across Europe.

What's next: - LEPAS will provide later details on launch timing, model availability, and local sales and service support. - The brand is building partnerships across Europe as it prepares for additional market entries. - Chery Group’s broader European expansion will also include iCAUR, which is preparing to enter several European markets.

The bottom line: - LEPAS is moving from brand building to execution, with Hungary part of a wider 2027 European expansion built around design-led NEVs and localized market entry.