Lepas, Chery Group's new upmarket brand, launches in Australia with the L6 electric SUV at $47,990 plus on road costs. We look at its range, equipment, warranty and how it stacks up against the BYD Atto 3 Evo and Geely EX5.
By Varun Punyamurtula ·
The Lepas L6 is a stylish, well equipped electric SUV with a long warranty, but at $47,990 plus on road costs it costs more than the BYD Atto 3 Evo and Geely EX5 and has a small boot. Test drive it, but cross shop the Atto 3 Evo Premium before you buy.
$47,990 plus on road costs (single grade). Test drives from early November 2026.
About $52,600 drive away in NSW. See VIC and QLD
There is another new car brand in Australia, and it is aiming at the most popular part of the electric car market. Lepas is a new brand from China's Chery Group, and its first model, the L6 electric SUV, is priced at $47,990 plus on road costs with test drives at dealers from early November 2026. It is loaded with equipment, but it costs more than the BYD Atto 3 Evo and Geely EX5. Here is what you get and whether it is worth a look.
Quick answer: The Lepas L6 is a well equipped, nicely finished mid size electric SUV with a long warranty, but it is not the value leader. At $47,990 plus on road costs it is about $6,000 dearer than the BYD Atto 3 Evo Dynamic and Geely EX5, and its 440km range and 323 litre boot trail some rivals. Buy it if you like the design and the luxury feel inside; otherwise the Atto 3 Evo and EX5 are the smarter money.
Our verdict in one line: a stylish, generously equipped first effort, but priced a step above the cars it needs to beat.
Lepas is the newest brand from Chery Group, the Chinese car maker that already sells Chery, Omoda and Jaecoo models in Australia, along with newer brands such as iCaur, Freelander and Jetour. Chery positions Lepas as a more upmarket, design led brand within the group.
The L6 is the first Lepas model here. A smaller L4 SUV is expected in the first half of 2027, and plug in hybrid versions of the L6 and L4 are planned for 2027. Bigger L8 and L9 SUVs and a small L2 hatchback are also in the plan.
The L6 comes in one fully loaded grade:
There are no options packs to add, so the price you see covers the full equipment list below. The L6 is well under the Luxury Car Tax threshold for fuel efficient cars, so it qualifies for the electric car FBT exemption on a novated lease under the current rules.
Our NSW, VIC and QLD drive away estimates are in the table at the end of this review, or use our car value and drive away tool.
LFP batteries are known for durability and are happy to be charged to 100 per cent regularly, which suits home charging. The 440km range is fine for daily driving and most weekend trips, but it is shorter than the best rivals at this price.
Winner on charging speed: the L6 is competitive, but not class leading.
Standard on every L6:
That is a long list for the money. Many rivals charge extra for a sunroof, a premium sound system or wireless smartphone mirroring.
Winner on equipment: Lepas L6.
The cabin is the L6's strongest selling point. Lepas uses soft, light coloured upholstery, a floating centre console and a big portrait touchscreen, and the overall feel is more premium than the price suggests.
The L6 is 4,570mm long with a 2,700mm wheelbase, so it is a true mid size SUV, close to a Toyota RAV4 in length. Rear seat space looks generous, with a centre armrest and a flat floor.
The weak point is the boot. At a claimed 323 litres it is small for a mid size SUV, and noticeably smaller than many rivals. If you regularly carry a pram, sports gear or luggage for a family of four, check it in person before you buy.
Winner on cabin feel: Lepas L6. Loser on boot space: Lepas L6.
The L6 comes with a full set of driver assistance systems, including autonomous emergency braking. It does not have an ANCAP safety rating yet, so we will update this review when one is published.
The ownership package is one of the best in the class:
Winner on warranty: Lepas L6 (tied with the best).
The L6 is about $6,000 more than the BYD and Geely. Its interior and sunroof are a step up, but the Atto 3 Evo Premium offers more range for $1,000 less.
Go for it if: you want a premium feeling electric SUV with a long warranty and every feature included, and you mostly drive around town.
Skip it if: you need a big boot, you want the most range for your money, or you would rather wait for an ANCAP rating and resale values to settle on a brand new brand.
Our pick: test drive one, but cross shop it with the BYD Atto 3 Evo Premium. If you love the L6's cabin, ask for a sharper price; as a new brand chasing its first customers, Lepas dealers have every reason to deal.
$47,990 plus on road costs, in one fully equipped grade.
440km on the WLTP test, from a 65kWh LFP battery.
Lepas is a brand of China's Chery Group, which also sells Chery, Omoda and Jaecoo cars in Australia.
Test drives at Lepas dealers begin in early November 2026.
Not yet. We will update this review when ANCAP publishes a rating.
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Prices and specifications checked on 28 October 2026. Images: Lepas Australia; rivals image: BYD Australia, Geely Australia.
An estimate for a private buyer. Pick your state.
| List price | $47,990 |
|---|---|
| Stamp duty (NSW) | $1,600 |
| Rego and CTP, 12 months | $1,000 |
| Dealer delivery (typical) | $2,000 |
| Drive away, about | $52,600 |
Drive away by state: NSW $52,600, VIC $53,100, QLD $51,700.
Why a new car loses value so fast: about $4,600 of the drive away price is stamp duty, rego, CTP and dealer delivery. You never get that back when you sell, because the next owner pays their own. GST and any Luxury Car Tax are built into the list price, so they fade with the car's value over the years rather than vanishing on day one. The rest of the drop comes from age, kilometres and demand.
Estimates only, using 2026-27 rates. Rego and CTP depend on the car's weight, your insurer and postcode, and dealer delivery varies (some brands sell at one national drive away price). Ask the dealer for a written drive away quote.
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