LEPAS L6 vs iCAUR V23

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.

LEPAS L6 in South Africa

LEPAS L6

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Upcoming in South Africa Confirmed launch information and specifications remain visible while final availability is pending.
⚡ 108 kW 🔧 285 Nm
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iCAUR V23 in South Africa

iCAUR V23

2WD Electric Single-Speed Reduction Gear Current
ZAR 519,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 100 kW 🔧 180 Nm ⛽ Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
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Decision summary

LEPAS L6 vs iCAUR V23: the short answer

Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification L6 V23
Maximum Power L6108 kW V23100 kW
Maximum Torque L6285 Nm V23180 Nm
Engine Size L6- V23Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Combined Fuel Economy L6- V23Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
Ground Clearance L6- V23190 mm

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec L6 V23
Generation First-generation South African LEPAS L6 pre-launch programme South African May 2026 local specification sheet for the current V23 generation.
Body Style SUV SUV
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status upcoming Published
Segment Mid-size SUV Electric SUV
Vehicle Type Passenger Car Passenger vehicle
Model Introduced Year - 2026
Spec L6 V23
Engine 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Battery electric drive; no combustion engine
Fuel Type Petrol Electric
Aspiration Turbocharged Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Maximum Power 108 kW 100 kW
Maximum Torque 285 Nm 180 Nm
Drive Type FWD 2WD
Engine Code - Not applicable — no combustion engine code
Hybrid System - Not Applicable
Engine Displacement - Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Cylinders - Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Cylinder Layout - Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Valves - Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Valves per Cylinder - Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Fuel System - Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Compression Ratio - Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Bore - Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Stroke - Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Combined Power - 100 kW
Combined Torque - 180 Nm
Motor Type - Electric traction motor
Number of Motors - 1
Motor Location - Rear axle
Transmission - Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Top Speed - 140 km/h
0-100 km/h - 11 sec
Drive Modes - Eco, Comfort, Sport, Individual, Slippery
Rev Limiter - Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Battery Capacity - 59.93 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity - 69.0 kWh
Electric Range - 360 km
AC Charging Power - 6.6 kW
AC Charging Time - ≈9.1 h derived battery-capacity/6.6 kW; losses excluded
DC Charging Time - 36 min (20-80%)

In depth: how these cars differ

This L6 and V23 comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.

Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.

Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.

Specification Score Withheld

Hagalu does not turn missing specifications into neutral scores or guessed values.

Fail closed

Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.

Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.

What the evidence means

No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.

L6 vs V23 questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.

Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.

Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.

A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.

Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.

Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.