3 November 2026 · Lepas L8

Lepas L8: the new plug-in hybrid SUV from the makers of Jaecoo

Chery Group's third UK brand arrives with a large five-seat plug-in hybrid SUV, a 56-mile electric range and low company-car tax.

Lepas L8: the new plug-in hybrid SUV from the makers of Jaecoo

Lepas is the newest name on UK roads, and it comes from a familiar stable. It is the third brand from the Chery Group, the company behind Jaecoo and Omoda, whose Jaecoo 7 has been one of the UK's best-selling cars this year. The L8 is its first UK model: a large five-seat plug-in hybrid SUV aimed squarely at drivers who want space and kit without paying premium-badge prices.

The key numbers

  • 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine paired with an electric motor and an 18.4kWh battery
  • Up to 56 miles of electric-only driving, and up to 745 miles combined range
  • Rapid charging from 30 to 80% in around 20 minutes in the right conditions
  • Official CO2 of around 21g/km, putting it in a low company-car tax band
  • Two trims: Essence to start, and Elevate at the top

What you get

  • 13.2-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Panoramic roof, reclining rear seats and wireless phone charging
  • Elevate adds heated, ventilated and massaging front seats, a 540-degree camera, remote parking assist, Sony audio and a hands-free power tailgate

Why it matters for business leasing

  • Plug-in hybrids with around 21g/km CO2 attract far lower Benefit-in-Kind than petrol or diesel SUVs, so the L8 is worth a look for company-car drivers who can't yet go fully electric
  • Most short business trips can be done on battery alone, with petrol back-up for longer runs
  • New brands often price keenly to win fleet customers, and the L8 is no exception

Thinking about one?

Business contract hire on the Lepas L8 Essence starts from £340.25 a month plus VAT on our New Lease Deals page, with maintenance included in the rental. If you'd rather take over an existing lease, post a free Wanted request below and we'll let you know when a matching L8 comes up.

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