Suv Petrol Automatic FWD 5-seat

LEPAS L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT

Price in East London, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation First-generation LEPAS L4 compact SUV Current version 2026 Body style SUV
L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.
ZAR 369,900
On-road in
ZAR 382,079
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 369,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,800
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,450
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,000
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,600
Insurance
ZAR 3,329
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 369,900
Estimated finance from ZAR 6,488/month 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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Hagalu editorial rating: 4.1/5 Review

Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the LEPAS L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT 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 6,488
Total Interest
ZAR 94,269
Total Payable
ZAR 389,269
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 1.5T Javan 6DCT

L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.

The LEPAS L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT sits between the price-led Amur and feature-rich Pantera. Its R369,900 recommended retail price buys the most important mechanical change in the range: a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine with 108 kW at 5,500 rpm and 225 Nm from 2,000 to 4,000 rpm, paired with a six-speed dual-clutch automatic. That 77 Nm torque advantage over Amur should matter when joining traffic, climbing with passengers or overtaking, while the automatic removes routine clutch work. Javan retains the shared five-seat cabin, 2,700 mm wheelbase, 458-litre seats-up boot and 160 mm minimum ground clearance. Its practical capacity is therefore unchanged, but its day-to-day behaviour should feel different because of the turbo engine and DCT. A dual-clutch transmission can respond differently from a torque-converter automatic during creeping, reversing uphill and rapid stop-start movement. If six airbags, surround view, sunroof and ventilated seating are priorities, the remaining step to Pantera may be easier to justify than adding aftermarket solutions later. Javan also benefits from the published vehicle warranty, service plan, first-owner engine warranty and two-year LEPAS Care package for DCT models. Javan is the derivative most likely to suit the broadest audience because it combines the useful common body with stronger performance and everyday convenience without reaching the top price. The Javan formed part of the first-generation L4 range launched in South Africa in March 2026; no local facelift has been announced. A turbocharged 1.5-litre petrol engine produces 108 kW and 225 Nm through a six-speed dual-clutch transmission to the front wheels. For a buyer searching the L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. A South African price reference of R369,900 describes the opportunity; engine of 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol and a power output of 108 kW @ 5500 rpm describe the conditions around it for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT. A realistic load, route and monthly-distance check will reveal whether the package earns its place on the shortlist for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT

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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Where the LEPAS L4 Fits Best

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Who buys this

A shopper researching L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT should separate need from showroom appeal. The best buyer for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout. That may be the space for a family, the access needed for work or the cost of keeping a second vehicle for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT. Start with passengers, cargo, parking, monthly kilometres and road surface for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT. Then compare a South African price reference of R369,900 and engine of 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol with insurance, tyres, maintenance and the monthly finance payment for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT

City
Around town, L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a South African price reference of R369,900 becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while engine of 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading
Highway
On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT out with the load it normally carries. For highway buyers, the L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Check how it tracks on uneven tar, how the transmission responds after a downshift and whether the boot or load area remains usable for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT. A front-wheel drive drivetrain helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT
Off-Road
If the L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. Check engine of 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol against the stated drivetrain. The rough-road question has to be answered by hardware for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT. On a known gravel or farm access section, inspect clearance, tyre sidewalls, underbody exposure, approach angles and recovery access for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT. A 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor petrol alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT. Keep the speed and route within what the exact local derivative can support for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT
4.1/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.1 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

LEPAS L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT — Should You Buy It?

4.1/5
LEPAS L4 Javan desk review: the balanced turbo choice
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

This rating is based on official South African desk research and does not represent a road test or customer survey. Javan gains meaningful everyday value over Amur through its 108 kW/225 Nm turbo engine, six-speed DCT, larger screen, camera, parking sensors and wireless charging. It keeps the L4's 458-litre boot and published ownership cover while remaining R50,000 below Pantera. Its score is moderated because Pantera carries the stronger safety package and because dual-clutch smoothness, real consumption, ride and noise have not been independently tested. On the published evidence, Javan is the most balanced derivative for a buyer prioritising drivetrain flexibility and daily convenience.

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 3.8/5 · 20%
3.8/5
Value 4.3/5 · 20%
4.3/5
Practicality 4.1/5 · 20%
4.1/5
Ownership 4.3/5 · 15%
4.3/5
Powertrain suitability 4.1/5 · 15%
4.1/5
Comfort & technology 4.2/5 · 10%
4.2/5

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

L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in a Automatic transmission and accept the limitation represented by an active listing. A fair review of L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a power output of 108 kW @ 5500 rpm, a 6-Speed DCT transmission and a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission can be valuable for the right driver for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT. The same package may feel expensive or inconvenient if the vehicle spends its life in a different role for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT. Drive the exact version loaded as it will be used, then read the service, warranty, tyre and insurance costs beside the purchase price for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓Transmission: Automatic
  • ✓Trim: mid
  • ✓Status: active
  • ✓South African price: R369,900
  • ✓Engine: 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 108 kW @ 5500 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 6-Speed DCT
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT budget.
  • ✕A short L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT stock and support terms.

LEPAS L4 FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the LEPAS L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT is R369,900. 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 1.5T Javan 6DCT 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 1.5T Javan 6DCT is 1499 cc, with output shown as 108 kW (145 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 1.5T Javan 6DCT is around 14.3 km/l.

A shopper researching L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT should separate need from showroom appeal. The best buyer for L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout.

Around town, L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a South African price reference of R369,900 becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while engine of 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol is worth checking before a purchase built...

On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT out with the load it normally carries. For highway buyers, the L4 1.5T Javan 6DCT needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard.

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