Suv Petrol Manual FWD 5-seat

LEPAS L4 1.5 Amur 5MT

Price in George, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation First-generation LEPAS L4 compact SUV Current version 2026 Body style SUV
L4 1.5 Amur 5MT is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.
ZAR 299,900
On-road in
ZAR 313,148
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 299,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 4,200
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,600
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,050
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 3,100
Insurance
ZAR 3,299
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 299,900
Estimated finance from ZAR 5,278/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1498cc (1.5L) Torque:148Nm (109 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:160mm (6.3″) Power:80kW (107 bhp) Boot458L (16.2 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 14.5 km/l (34 mpg)
City 11.7 km/l (28 mpg)
Highway 17.1 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 1.5 Amur 5MT 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. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

LEPAS L4 1.5 Amur 5MT

L4 1.5 Amur 5MT is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.

The LEPAS L4 1.5 Amur 5MT is the range entry and the only manual derivative. Its R299,900 recommended retail price is the main attraction, but the mechanical package is just as important to the buying decision. A 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine produces 80 kW at 6,300 rpm and 148 Nm at 4,900 rpm, driving the front wheels through a five-speed manual gearbox. Amur shares the L4's five-seat body, 2,700 mm wheelbase, 458-litre seats-up boot and 160 mm minimum ground clearance. That common packaging means the lower price does not buy a smaller luggage area than Javan or Pantera. Peak torque arrives relatively high in the rev range, so a full-load uphill demonstration is essential for anyone who regularly carries adults, luggage or work equipment. Published equipment includes a 9.9-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a leather-and-fabric seat combination, four airbags and rear parking sensors. The range carries the published five-year or 150,000 km vehicle warranty, five-year or 75,000 km service plan and first-owner engine warranty. A low purchase price can be undermined by an unsuitable finance structure, so compare the same deposit, term, rate and balloon against Javan rather than comparing only advertised instalments. The Amur formed part of the first-generation L4 range launched in South Africa in March 2026; no local facelift has been announced. A naturally aspirated 1.5-litre petrol engine produces 80 kW and 148 Nm through a five-speed manual gearbox to the front wheels. Leather-and-fabric seating, a 9.9-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and five-seat packaging with a 458-litre boot. The L4 1.5 Amur 5MT is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between an active listing, a South African price reference of R299,900 and engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a Manual transmission, Petrol power and the base trim for L4 1.5 Amur 5MT. Those details decide whether it is an easy fit for family travel, or whether a nearby model with a different package would make more sense once the ownership budget is written down for L4 1.5 Amur 5MT

LEPAS L4 — Quick Facts

LEPAS L4 Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.5 Amur 5MT Base Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l Manual ZAR 299,900
1.5T Javan 6DCT Mid Petrol Efficiency14.3 km/l Automatic ZAR 369,900
1.5T Pantera 6DCT Top Petrol Efficiency14.3 km/l Automatic ZAR 419,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.5 Amur 5MT Base Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l Manual ZAR 299,900
1.5T Javan 6DCT Mid Petrol Efficiency14.3 km/l Automatic ZAR 369,900
1.5T Pantera 6DCT Top Petrol Efficiency14.3 km/l Automatic ZAR 419,900
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LEPAS L4 Specifications

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Driving fit

Where the LEPAS L4 Fits Best

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Who buys this

This is a straightforward specification for buyers who prefer mechanical simplicity and are willing to manage gears themselves. A shopper researching L4 1.5 Amur 5MT should separate need from showroom appeal

City
Around town, L4 1.5 Amur 5MT should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a 5-Speed Manual transmission becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a 5-speed manual transmission is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading
Highway
Buyers should compare the exact safety table with Pantera before assuming that every driver-assistance item shown in broader L4 advertising applies to Amur. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the L4 1.5 Amur 5MT out with the load it normally carries. A South African price reference of R299,900 gives context, but a number cannot show how engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol feels on a gradient
Off-Road
If the L4 1.5 Amur 5MT will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. The rough-road question has to be answered by hardware for L4 1.5 Amur 5MT. On a known gravel or farm access section, inspect clearance, tyre sidewalls, underbody exposure, approach angles and recovery access for L4 1.5 Amur 5MT. A South African price reference of R299,900 may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor petrol alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability for L4 1.5 Amur 5MT. Keep the speed and route within what the exact local derivative can support for L4 1.5 Amur 5MT
4.0/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.0 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

LEPAS L4 1.5 Amur 5MT — Should You Buy It?

4.0/5
LEPAS L4 Amur desk review: honest entry-level value
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

This derivative score is a desk assessment of official South African price, specification and ownership information; it is not a road test or customer review. Amur earns its value rating through the R299,900 price, a 458-litre boot and substantial warranty and service-plan cover. Its naturally aspirated 80 kW/148 Nm engine and five-speed manual are appropriate to an entry derivative but reduce powertrain and traffic-convenience scores. Four published airbags and rear sensors provide a useful base, although upper L4 derivatives carry more camera and assistance equipment. The overall result suits a manual buyer with a disciplined budget, not someone who needs stronger loaded performance or flagship technology.

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

Safety 3.7/5 · 20%
3.7/5
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 3.6/5 · 15%
3.6/5
Comfort & technology 3.7/5 · 10%
3.7/5

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How this score is calculated · Methodology v1.0

L4 1.5 Amur 5MT deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

L4 1.5 Amur 5MT is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in an active listing and accept the limitation represented by a power output of 80 kW @ 6300 rpm

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓Transmission: Manual
  • ✓Trim: base
  • ✓Status: active
  • ✓South African price: R299,900
  • ✓Engine: 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 80 kW @ 6300 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for L4 1.5 Amur 5MT can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for L4 1.5 Amur 5MT depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written L4 1.5 Amur 5MT quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate L4 1.5 Amur 5MT budget.
  • ✕A short L4 1.5 Amur 5MT test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕L4 1.5 Amur 5MT capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent L4 1.5 Amur 5MT grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published L4 1.5 Amur 5MT figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm L4 1.5 Amur 5MT stock and support terms.

LEPAS L4 FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the LEPAS L4 1.5 Amur 5MT is R299,900. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

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 1.5 Amur 5MT 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 listed engine capacity for the LEPAS L4 1.5 Amur 5MT is 1498 cc, with output shown as 80 kW (107 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the LEPAS L4 1.5 Amur 5MT is around 14.5 km/l.

This is a straightforward specification for buyers who prefer mechanical simplicity and are willing to manage gears themselves. A shopper researching L4 1.5 Amur 5MT should separate need from showroom appeal

Around town, L4 1.5 Amur 5MT should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a 5-Speed Manual transmission becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a 5-speed manual transmission is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent...

Buyers should compare the exact safety table with Pantera before assuming that every driver-assistance item shown in broader L4 advertising applies to Amur. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the L4 1.5 Amur 5MT out with the load it normally carries.

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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