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LEPAS L4

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation First-generation LEPAS L4 compact SUV Current version 2026 Body style SUV
The LEPAS L4 is a keenly priced five-seat compact SUV with three clearly differentiated petrol derivatives for South African buyers.
ZAR 419,900
On-road in
ZAR 435,938
Ex-showroom ZAR 419,900
Finance estimate from ZAR 5,278/month Based on 1.5 Amur 5MT Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1499cc (1.5L) Torque:225Nm (166 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:160mm (6.3″) Power:108kW (145 bhp) Boot458L (16.2 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 14.3 km/l (34 mpg)
City 11.5 km/l (27 mpg)
Highway 16.8 km/l (40 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the LEPAS L4 in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 5,278
Total Interest
ZAR 76,694
Total Payable
ZAR 316,694
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the 1.5 Amur 5MT. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Source-backed vehicle data • Verified by the Hagalu team

LEPAS L4

The LEPAS L4 is a keenly priced five-seat compact SUV with three clearly differentiated petrol derivatives for South African buyers.

The LEPAS L4 is the brand's first showroom model in South Africa and enters a crowded compact-SUV market with an unusually clear three-step range. Amur is the affordable naturally aspirated manual, Javan is the stronger turbocharged automatic, and Pantera is the high-equipment derivative. Recommended retail pricing runs from R299,900 for Amur through R369,900 for Javan to R419,900 for Pantera. That spread gives buyers three different ownership propositions rather than three cosmetic editions of the same mechanical package. The decision should begin with gearbox preference, performance needs and safety equipment, then move to monthly finance and insurance costs. Amur uses a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine rated at 80 kW and 148 Nm with a five-speed manual gearbox. Its official combined consumption is 6.9 L/100 km. Javan and Pantera switch to a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine with 108 kW and 225 Nm, paired with a six-speed dual-clutch transmission, and their claimed combined figure is 7.0 L/100 km. The turbo models therefore ask for only a small paper consumption penalty while offering substantially more torque. Buyers should still test the dual-clutch gearbox in stop-start traffic and on an incline because low-speed smoothness matters more in daily use than a headline output figure. All three derivatives share the same five-seat body, 2,700 mm wheelbase, 160 mm minimum ground clearance and 458-litre luggage compartment with the rear seats upright. Folding the rear seats increases the published volume to 1,284 litres. These are useful family-car numbers, but the L4 remains a front-wheel-drive urban SUV rather than a low-range off-roader. The 160 mm clearance calls for care on deeply rutted tracks, tall road crowns and sharp breakovers. Its best rough-road role is maintained gravel, ordinary farm approaches and damaged tar at sensible speed. Equipment changes meaningfully through the range. Amur keeps the purchase price low while retaining phone integration and everyday essentials. Javan adds the turbo drivetrain, automatic convenience, a larger 13.2-inch screen and more parking support. Pantera is the derivative for buyers who value the published driver-assistance package, six airbags, surround-view system, sunroof and richer seating equipment. This ladder is helpful because a buyer can identify the features used every week rather than financing an indistinct trim upgrade. The ownership package strengthens the value case. LEPAS South Africa publishes a five-year or 150,000 km vehicle warranty, a five-year or 75,000 km service plan and a ten-year or one-million-kilometre first-owner engine warranty. Javan and Pantera also receive the published LEPAS Care support package. The brand is new locally, so buyers should still compare insurance quotations, dealer distance, parts arrangements and likely resale before committing. A written quotation should identify the exact derivative, model year, paint, accessories, fees and included cover. The L4's attraction is not that it removes every compromise; it is that each version places the compromise in a different, understandable place.

LEPAS L4 — Quick Facts

LEPAS L4 Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
1.5 Amur 5MT Base Petrol Manual ZAR 299,900
1.5T Javan 6DCT Mid Petrol Automatic ZAR 369,900
1.5T Pantera 6DCT Top Petrol Automatic ZAR 419,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
1.5 Amur 5MT Base Petrol Manual ZAR 299,900
1.5T Javan 6DCT Mid Petrol Automatic ZAR 369,900
1.5T Pantera 6DCT Top Petrol Automatic ZAR 419,900
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LEPAS L4 Specifications

Length
4406 mm
Width
1820 mm
Height
1635 mm
Wheelbase
2700 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
160 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
170 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
51 l
Boot/Cargo Space
458 l
Kerb Weight
1346 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1844 kg
Payload Capacity
498 kg
Towing Capacity
1200 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.275 m
Front Headroom
1005 mm
Rear Headroom
975 mm
Front Legroom
1040 mm
Rear Legroom
890 mm
Driving fit

Where the LEPAS L4 Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

The L4 suits a cost-aware household or urban professional who wants compact-SUV packaging and a clear choice between a low-price manual, a more flexible turbo automatic and a safety-rich flagship. It is especially relevant to buyers who can use five seats and a generous everyday boot but do not need seven seats, all-wheel drive or serious trail hardware. The right customer will compare the three derivatives on equipment used every day and leave room in the budget for insurance, fuel, tyres and finance interest.

City
In town, the L4's compact footprint and front-wheel-drive layout suit commuting, school runs and shopping. Amur offers the lowest purchase price but adds clutch work in heavy traffic. Javan is the more natural urban all-rounder because its automatic gearbox, stronger low-rev torque and parking equipment reduce effort. Pantera adds the most camera and assistance support for tight spaces. Before ordering, drivers should check rear-quarter visibility, DCT response during crawling manoeuvres and whether the 160 mm clearance suits their driveway.
Highway
For national-road travel, the 108 kW turbo derivatives are the more convincing choices when passengers and luggage are aboard. Their 225 Nm torque peak should provide easier merging and overtaking than Amur's 148 Nm naturally aspirated engine, although every pass still needs adequate distance and judgement. The 458-litre boot is useful for family luggage, while the five-seat layout avoids the packaging compromises of a small seven-seater. A proper demonstration should include coarse tar, a crosswind and an uphill overtake, not only a short urban loop.
Off-Road
The L4 is not presented as a 4x4. All derivatives drive the front wheels and the published minimum ground clearance is 160 mm, so its realistic unsealed-road use is maintained gravel and moderately uneven access roads. Hill-descent assistance can help control speed, but it does not replace low-range gearing, underbody protection or suitable tyres. Owners who regularly encounter deep sand, mud, rocks or washed-out tracks should choose a vehicle designed for that work instead of relying on the L4's SUV styling.
4.1/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.1 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

LEPAS L4 — Should You Buy It?

4.1/5
LEPAS L4 desk review: clear choices and competitive value
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

This desk-research score weighs the verified South African price list, derivative specification, dimensions, drivetrain figures, warranty cover and published equipment. It is not a road test or an owner survey. The L4 scores strongly for value because Amur starts at R299,900 and the range retains useful five-seat space and a 458-litre boot. Pantera raises the safety ceiling, while Javan offers the most balanced turbo-automatic package. Practicality is limited by five seats, front-wheel drive and 160 mm ground clearance, and ownership confidence is moderated because LEPAS is new to the local market despite substantial warranty and service-plan cover. The resulting rating recognises a thoughtfully separated range without pretending that laboratory economy, long-term resale or real-world ride quality has been independently tested.

Desk research: Scored from verified published sources and Hagalu's South African buyer analysis; this vehicle was not road-tested for this review. This is a Hagalu editorial score, not a customer rating.

Safety 4.0/5 · 20%
4.0/5
Value 4.5/5 · 20%
4.5/5
Practicality 4.1/5 · 20%
4.1/5
Ownership 4.2/5 · 15%
4.2/5
Powertrain suitability 3.8/5 · 15%
3.8/5
Comfort & technology 4.0/5 · 10%
4.0/5

Evidence reviewed: Hagalu maintains the detailed source record internally so this page does not promote third-party vehicle websites.

How this score is calculated · Methodology v1.0

A well-structured compact-SUV range whose strongest value lies in matching the correct derivative to the buyer's daily routine.

The LEPAS L4 makes a persuasive first impression because its range is easy to understand and its published prices are competitive. Amur is for disciplined budgets and drivers content with a manual; Javan supplies the best mechanical balance for everyday use; Pantera justifies its higher price through materially richer safety and comfort equipment. Shared cabin space and luggage capacity keep the practical foundation consistent. The remaining questions concern a new brand's resale pattern, insurance cost and long-term parts experience. Buyers who verify those ownership items and choose the trim for real needs rather than showroom appeal will find the L4 a credible alternative in the compact-SUV class.

What's Good
  • ✓Competitive R299,900 entry price
  • ✓Three clearly differentiated derivatives
  • ✓458-litre seats-up luggage capacity
  • ✓Turbo models deliver 108 kW and 225 Nm
  • ✓Javan offers a useful automatic value step
  • ✓Pantera adds the broadest safety package
  • ✓Five-year or 150,000 km vehicle warranty
  • ✓Five-year or 75,000 km service plan
  • ✓Long first-owner engine warranty
Watch Out For
  • ✕Amur is manual only
  • ✕Minimum ground clearance is 160 mm
  • ✕No all-wheel-drive derivative
  • ✕Pantera costs R120,000 more than Amur
  • ✕New brand has limited local resale history
  • ✕No current hybrid derivative
  • ✕No official city/highway consumption split
  • ✕Some key safety systems are Pantera-specific
  • ✕Colour allocation must be confirmed by derivative

LEPAS L4 FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the LEPAS L4 run from R299,900 to R419,900, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current South African range comprises 1.5 Amur 5MT, 1.5T Javan 6DCT, 1.5T Pantera 6DCT. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the LEPAS L4 is 160 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The LEPAS L4 engine specification depends on derivative: 1.5 Amur 5MT: 1498 cc, 80 kW (107 bhp); 1.5T Javan 6DCT, 1.5T Pantera 6DCT: 1499 cc, 108 kW (145 bhp). Compare the exact trim because its gearbox and equipment may also differ.

Combined fuel-economy figures differ across the LEPAS L4 range: 1.5 Amur 5MT: 14.5 km/l; 1.5T Javan 6DCT, 1.5T Pantera 6DCT: 14.3 km/l.

The L4 suits a cost-aware household or urban professional who wants compact-SUV packaging and a clear choice between a low-price manual, a more flexible turbo automatic and a safety-rich flagship. It is especially relevant to buyers who can use five seats and a generous everyday boot but do not need seven seats, all-wheel drive or serious trail hardware. The right customer will compare the three derivatives on equipment used every day and leave room in the budget for insurance, fuel, tyres and finance interest.

In town, the L4's compact footprint and front-wheel-drive layout suit commuting, school runs and shopping. Amur offers the lowest purchase price but adds clutch work in heavy traffic. Javan is the more natural urban all-rounder because its automatic gearbox, stronger low-rev torque and parking equipment reduce effort. Pantera adds the most camera and assistance support for tight spaces. Before ordering, drivers should check rear-quarter visibility, DCT response during crawling manoeuvres and whether the 160 mm clearance suits their driveway.

For national-road travel, the 108 kW turbo derivatives are the more convincing choices when passengers and luggage are aboard. Their 225 Nm torque peak should provide easier merging and overtaking than Amur's 148 Nm naturally aspirated engine, although every pass still needs adequate distance and judgement. The 458-litre boot is useful for family luggage, while the five-seat layout avoids the packaging compromises of a small seven-seater. A proper demonstration should include coarse tar, a crosswind and an uphill overtake, not only a short urban loop.

Buyers researching the LEPAS L4 often compare it with rivals such as Suzuki Fronx , Toyota Starlet Cross , MG ZS , Chery Tiggo 4 Cross , Toyota Urban Cruiser . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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