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Specification
L8
Super Carry
Maximum Power
L8-
Super Carry59 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
L8-
Super Carry104 Nm @ 2900 rpm
Engine Size
L8-
Super Carry1196 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
L8-
Super Carry13.7 km/l
Ground Clearance
L8-
Super Carry175 mm
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Spec
L8
Super Carry
Generation
First-generation South African LEPAS L8 pre-launch programme
Current-generation Super Carry (F-series cab-over layout) — same fundamental design used across multiple African and Asian markets. GB14 1.2-litre petrol engine. RWD layout designed for commercial payload performance.
Body Style
SUV
Van
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
upcoming
active
Segment
Mid-size plug-in hybrid SUV
Van
Vehicle Type
Passenger Car
Van
Model Introduced Year
-
2019
Facelift History
-
Super Carry introduced to South Africa in 2019; minor specification and colour updates in 2022 and 2024; current 2026 specification maintains core powertrain and payload unchanged with improved AC system and updated instrument cluster.
Facelift Launched Since
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2026
Facelift Version Ending
-
Current
Color Note
-
White, Silver Metallic, Grey
Dealer Stock Note
-
Mid grade in the South Africa lineup
Tare Mass Kg
-
850 kg
Spec
L8
Super Carry
Length
4688 mm
3800 mm
Width
1871 mm
1562 mm
Height
1689 mm
1730 mm
Wheelbase
2800 mm
2110 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
-
175 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
30 l
Boot/Cargo Space
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight
-
850 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
-
1280 kg
Payload Capacity
-
390 kg
Towing Capacity
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity
-
5 seats
Number of Rows
-
2 rows
Doors
-
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
-
4.5 m
Front Headroom
-
1020 mm
Rear Headroom
-
1000 mm
Front Legroom
-
930 mm
Rear Legroom
-
750 mm
Spec
L8
Super Carry
Fuel Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Petrol
Hybrid System
Plug-in Hybrid
Not Applicable
Electric Range
107 km
Not Applicable
Engine
-
1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
-
GB14
Engine Displacement
-
1196 cc
Cylinders
-
4
Cylinder Layout
-
Inline
Valves
-
16
Valves per Cylinder
-
4
Aspiration
-
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
-
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
-
9.5:1
Bore
-
68.5 mm
Stroke
-
81.3 mm
Maximum Power
-
59 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
-
104 Nm @ 2900 rpm
Combined Power
-
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
-
Not Applicable
Motor Type
-
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
-
Not Applicable
Motor Location
-
Not Applicable
Drive Type
-
RWD
Transmission
-
5-Speed Manual
Top Speed
-
120 km/h
0-100 km/h
-
20.0 sec
Quarter Mile
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
-
69.4 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
-
122.4 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
-
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
-
Not Applicable
Battery Type
-
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
-
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
-
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
-
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
-
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
-
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
-
Not Applicable
Spec
L8
Super Carry
Wireless Charging
Yes
Not Available
Load Bed Length
-
1750 mm
Load Bed Width
-
1250 mm
Climate Control
-
Manual Air Conditioning (Optional Fitment)
Power Windows
-
Not Available
Keyless Entry
-
Not Available
Push Button Start
-
Not Available
Sunroof
-
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
-
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
-
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
-
Not Available
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
1200 l
Boot Space Seats Folded
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1200 l
Rear Window Defroster
-
Standard
Electric Mirror Folding
-
Manual Fold
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
-
Not Available
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Not Available
12V Accessory Socket
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1 x 12V Socket
Speed Limiter
-
Not Available
AC Type
-
Manual Air Conditioning (Optional Fitment)
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Auto Dimming Irvm
-
Not Available
Climate Zones
-
1
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
Not Available
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Not Available
Engine Start Stop
-
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
-
Not Available
Engine Warranty
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2 Years
Front Armrest
-
Not Available
Front Power Outlet
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1 x 12V Socket
Fuel Consumption Combined
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7.3
Glovebox Cooling
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Driver Door Pocket Only
Heads Up Display
-
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
-
Not Available
Panoramic Roof
-
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Power Mirrors
-
Not Available
Push Button Start
-
Not Available
Rear Defogger
-
Standard
Rear Seat Split
-
Rear Bench Folds Flat for Cargo
Rear Wing
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Seat Type
-
Vinyl
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
Front Seats
Spare Wheel
-
Full Size Spare
Speed Alert System
-
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar
-
Standard
Steering Mounted Controls
-
Not Available
Tail Lamps
-
Halogen
Telescopic Steering
-
Tilt Adjustable
Tilt Steering
-
Tilt Adjustable
Voice Command
-
Not Available
Voice Command Support
-
Not Available
Accelerator 0 100
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20.0 sec
Air Conditioning
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Manual Air Conditioning (Optional Fitment)
Automatic High Beam
-
Not Available
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Bottle Holders
-
2
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Centre Console
-
Not Available
Common Rail Injection
-
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
-
Basic Analogue Gauges
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
-
Manual Fold
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Front Wiper
-
Not Available
Front Wipers Type
-
Not Available
Glove Box
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Driver Door Pocket Only
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Not Available
Lift Gate
-
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
-
1750 mm
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
-
1250 mm
Manual Aircon
-
Manual Air Conditioning (Optional Fitment)
Mirror
-
Manual Mirrors
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
-
Not Available
Power Socket 12v
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1 x 12V Socket
Powered Tailgate
-
Not Available
Rear Air Conditioning
-
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Rear LED Combination Taillights
-
Halogen
Rearview Mirror Inside
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
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Standard
Remote Side Mirror
-
Manual Mirrors
Rim Size
-
13 Inches
Roof Rack Compatibility
-
Not Available
Side Impact Bars
-
Standard
Sonar
-
Not Available
Sound System
8
2
Source Model Column
-
super-carry
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
-
Standard
Stabilizer Bar Rear
-
Not Available
Steering Column Adjustment
-
Tilt Adjustable
Sub Frame
-
Monocoque
Surround View Monitor
540-degree HD
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
TPMS
-
Not Available
Trim Level
-
mid
Unlocking
-
Not Available
Variant Role
-
Commercial utility derivative
Vdc
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Not Available
Walk Away Lock
-
Not Available
Wireless Charger
Yes
Not Available
Spec
L8
Super Carry
Number of Speakers
8
2
Infotainment Screen Size
13.2 inches
Basic AM/FM Radio
Infotainment System
-
Basic AM/FM Radio
Apple CarPlay
-
Not Available
Android Auto
-
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
-
Not Available
Navigation System
-
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
Analogue Instrument Cluster
USB Ports
-
Not Available
Wireless Apple CarPlay
-
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto
-
Not Available
FM Radio
-
AM/FM Radio Ready
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Not Available
Voice Recognition
-
Not Available
AUX Input
-
Not Available
Wi-Fi Hotspot
-
Not Available
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Not Available
Infotainment Display
-
Basic AM/FM Radio
Rear Usb
-
Not Available
Audio
-
AM/FM Radio Ready
Audio Speakers
8
2
Audio System
-
AM/FM Radio Ready
Display Audio
-
Basic AM/FM Radio
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
Not Available
Head Up Display
-
Not Available
Infotainment Screen
13.2 inches
Basic AM/FM Radio
Multi Information Display
-
Basic Analogue Gauges
Connected Services
-
Not Available
Voice Control
-
Not Available
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Not Available
Radio
-
AM/FM Radio Ready
Touchscreen
13.2 inches
Basic AM/FM Radio
Spec
L8
Super Carry
Around View Monitor
540-degree HD
Not Available
Cruise Control
-
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
-
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
-
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Not Available
Parking Sensors
-
Not Available
Rear View Camera
-
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
540-degree HD
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
-
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
-
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
-
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
-
Not Available
Auto Lights
-
Not Available
Auto Wipers
-
Not Available
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
-
Not Available
Reverse Camera
-
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Not Available
Park Assist
-
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
-
Not Available
Emergency Braking
-
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
-
Not Available
Front Camera
-
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Not Available
Parking Sensor
-
Not Available
Automatic High Beam
-
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
-
Not Available
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
Not Available
Rear View Camera
-
Not Available
Reverse Camera Type
-
Not Available
Reversing Camera
-
Not Available
Surround View Camera
540-degree HD
Not Available
Spec
L8
Super Carry
Ownership Role
Upcoming long-range electrified South African family SUV
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