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The new Lepas L8 plug-in hybrid is now available to order in the UK, becoming the first model from the new Chinese brand to go on sale.<\/strong><\/p>\n The L8 is the flagship model in the Lepas range, with the smaller L6 electric SUV set to follow. It launches in two trim levels \u2013 \u2018Essence\u2019 and \u2018Elevate\u2019.<\/p>\n Power comes from a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with an electric motor and 18kWh battery. Lepas says the L8 can travel for up to 56 miles on electric power, with a claimed combined petrol and electric range of up to 745 miles.<\/p>\n That puts the L8 into an increasingly busy part of the plug-in hybrid SUV market, where it will compete with models including the BYD Seal U DM-i<\/a>, Jaecoo 7<\/a> and MG HS<\/a> plug-in hybrid.<\/p>\n The Lepas L8 \u2018Essence\u2019 costs just under \u00a335k, while the better-equipped \u2018Elevate\u2019 is priced at \u00a338k. Both versions are available to order now through the brand\u2019s growing UK dealer network.<\/p>\n Lepas is offering a \u00a3500 discount for eligible private customers who test drive and order a car before the end of September.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nPricing and availability<\/h2>\n