As the global automotive industry accelerates towards electrification, LEPAS, Chery Auto’s new-energy vehicle (NEV) brand, is positioning itself as the “Preferred Brand for Elegant Mobility Life.” Developed around its purpose-built intelligent LEX Platform, LEPAS has created an “Elegant Technology” framework spanning electric vehicle technologies, intelligent driving systems, and advanced electronic and electrical architecture.
The brand aims to turn sophisticated technology into a more refined and effortless driving experience, with a focus on composed handling, enhanced ride comfort, and comprehensive vehicle protection. By integrating these technologies into everyday driving, LEPAS seeks to make elegant and intuitive mobility a practical reality.
LEX Platform Forms the Foundation for Next-Generation Mobility
Designed specifically around the concept of elegant driving, the intelligent LEX Platform has been engineered for scalability and continuous evolution. It supports multiple powertrain configurations, including battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), while also accommodating vehicles across different sizes and segments to address varied customer requirements and driving conditions worldwide.
At the heart of the platform is a next-generation electronic and electrical architecture (EEA), featuring an integrated domain controller and gigabit automotive Ethernet. This architecture enables faster processing of driver inputs and more precise control of key vehicle functions.
On the road, the technology is designed to deliver smooth and linear acceleration, precise and consistent steering responses, and progressive braking. Controlled body movements further contribute to a stable and comfortable ride, resulting in a driving experience that feels composed, intuitive, and effortless.
Through the LEX Platform, LEPAS aims to combine advanced vehicle technology with everyday usability, establishing a technical foundation for its expanding global NEV portfolio.
At the same time, the intelligent LEX Platform is designed for continuous evolution. It currently supports Level 2 Intelligent Driving Assistance Systems, with Highway NOA set to roll out within the year. LEPAS models equipped with the Super Intelligent Valet Parking (SIVP) system will be introduced first in select markets, supporting ultra-narrow parking spaces, automated navigation within parking facilities, and rapid parking to address diverse parking needs. Full-domain OTA enables ongoing feature upgrades throughout the vehicle lifecycle, allowing the elegant driving experience to evolve with users’ mobility needs.
Technology-Driven Innovation: Bringing Elegant Mobility to the World
To adapt to diverse driving conditions across global markets, the intelligent LEX Platform is calibrated against diverse global driving conditions and further tuned for local markets to balance power, range, and handling, delivering a consistent elegant driving experience worldwide. BEV models feature a highly integrated 12-in-1 electric drive unit, achieving system efficiency of 90.8%. With a cell energy density of 186 Wh/kg, the battery supports fast charging from 30% to 80% in 20 minutes and is capable of operating across an ultra-wide temperature range from -25°C to 55°C, meeting diverse mobility needs. PHEV models, powered by the LEPAS Super Hybrid system, combine smooth power delivery with extended range for confident driving across different environments.
For safety, the intelligent LEX Platform is developed in line with the 2026 Euro NCAP safety standards. For active safety, the ADAS active safety system has been validated across more than 1,200 scenarios, delivering active safety assistance in various conditions, including lane changes, crossing traffic, and low-visibility environments, while the Driver Monitoring System (DMS) has also been upgraded to the 25-point standard. Four-layer redundant unlocking design provides additional protection for users in extreme accidents. The power battery meets both IP68 and IPX9K battery protection ratings, with enhanced thermal runaway protection for tropical, high-temperature, and humid environments to maintain stability and reliability under extreme conditions.
LEPAS’s “Elegant Technology” is not about specifications alone, but about delivering stability, reliability, and composure across diverse driving scenarios. LEPAS believes technology delivers real value when it brings greater comfort and ease to every journey. Looking ahead, LEPAS will continue to place “Elegant Technology” at the heart of its products, bringing an exquisite, composed, and elegant mobility experience to users worldwide and redefining quality living in the NEV era.
LEPAS is Chery Auto’s all-new NEV brand, dedicated to creating elegant mobility experiences for users worldwide. Committed to becoming the Preferred Brand for Elegant Mobility Life, LEPAS brings together Leopard Aesthetics, Elegant Technology, and Exquisite Space – transforming elegance into a driving experience you can see, feel, and trust. Supported by a growing global dealer network of more than 500 sales and service outlets, LEPAS is expanding its international footprint through localized operations, delivering products and experiences tailored to users across global markets.
