The new Lepas L6 has finally launched in South Africa, available in 2 forms. Here’s what you’ll pay for this fresh-faced Chinese crossover…
- Lepas L6 finally hits the market in SA
- Local range comprises pair of variants
- Both derivatives use 1.5T and 6DCT
The new Lepas L6 – the Chery Group sub-brand’s 2nd model after the L4 that arrived in local showrooms March 2026 – has officially launched in South Africa, with pricing now available for this fresh-faced Chinese crossover.
As a reminder, pre-orders opened back in June 2026, with Lepas SA saying deliveries were “scheduled to begin in late July 2026”. Now, official pricing has finally been released, with the L6’s starting price set at R479 900 (or R469 900, seemingly including a special introductory R10 000 discount).
The local range comprises 2 derivatives: the Lepas L6 1.5T Javan 6DCT and the Lepas L6 1.5T Pantera 6DCT. The flagship Pantera derivative comes in at R499 900. Both variants employ a turbocharged 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine, which here delivers 108 kW and 225 Nm (precisely the same peak power as it does in the closely related Chery Tiggo 7 but some 15 Nm more) to the front axle via a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission. The listed fuel consumption is 7.2 L/100 km.
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From what we understand, the Pantera specification gains a handful of extra features compared to the Javan grade, including various advanced driver-assistance system functions (from lane-departure warning and lane-change assist to intelligent headlight control and adaptive cruise control).
The Pantera derivative furthermore boasts an additional airbag (taking its total to 7), 256-colour ambient cabin lighting, a Sony sound system (with 8 rather than the Javan’s 6 speakers), driver’s-seat lumbar adjustment and heating-and-ventilation functions for the front pews.
Both variants come standard with items like a 13.2-inch touchscreen, a 540-degree camera system, wireless smartphone charging, a panoramic sunroof, faux-leather upholstery, electrically adjustable front seats, a powered tailgate, 19-inch alloy wheels and a trio of driving modes.
Measuring 4 554 mm from front to back, the L6 is just a single millimetre longer than the Tiggo 7 (which, for the record, currently kicks off at R429 900), though it interestingly features a 30 mm lengthier wheelbase at 2 700 mm.
Lepas claims a ground clearance of 158 mm and a luggage capacity of 435 litres, with an additional 71 litres of space available in a “lower storage compartment”. From what we can tell, the newcomer is offered in a choice of 5 exterior paint colours.
What does the Lepas L6 cost in South Africa?
| DERIVATIVE | PRICE |
| Lepas L6 1.5T Javan 6DCT | R479 900 |
| Lepas L6 1.5T Pantera 6DCT | R499 900 |
The new Lepas L6 ships standard with a 5-year/150 000 km warranty, a 10-year/1-million km engine warranty (for the first owner) and a 5-year/75 000 km service plan.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How much does the new Lepas L6 cost in South Africa?
A: The Lepas L6 line-up starts at R479 900 for the 1.5T Javan 6DCT (or R469 900 with an introductory R10 000 discount), while the flagship 1.5T Pantera 6DCT is priced at R499 900.
Q: What engine and transmission power the Lepas L6?
A: Both derivatives are powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol engine delivering 108 kW and 225 Nm of torque to the front wheels via a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission (6DCT), with a claimed fuel consumption of 7.2 L/100 km.
Q: What extra features does the flagship Pantera offer over the base Javan grade?
A: The Pantera trim adds advanced driver-assistance systems (including adaptive cruise control and lane-departure warning), an additional airbag (7 in total), an 8-speaker Sony sound system, 256-colour ambient lighting, driver lumbar support, and heated/ventilated front seats. Both variants include a 5-year/150 000 km warranty, 10-year/1-million km engine warranty (for the first owner), and a 5-year/75 000 km service plan.
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