CHINESE car-maker Leapmotor has revealed a brand new massive SUV that might goal the Nissan Patrol and Toyota LandCruiser if it arrives Down Below, though GoAuto understands the possibilities of this are slim.
The Stellantis-backed model, which launched its C10 electrical medium SUV in Australia final yr, adopted by a range-extender model of the identical mannequin extra lately, has revealed pictures of the brand new D16 mannequin on social media in China, based on native outlet CarNewsChina.
There may be some confusion as as to if the mannequin pictured is the D16 or D19, with earlier reviews suggesting Leapmotor had deliberate two full-size fashions.
No matter naming, the D collection autos will sit on the prime of the producer’s mannequin tree.
Whereas particulars are scant, the massive SUV gives a silhouette that resembles that of the Vary Rover, in what’s more likely to be a three-row mannequin based mostly on its measurement, nonetheless bodily automobile dimensions should not but identified.
Just like the C10, the mannequin wears fairly engaging wheels, a glossy physique and taillight that spans the rear of the automobile, amounting to a classy SUV that provides a visible mish-mash of latest design themes.
The mannequin, as reported by Chinese language media, will probably be priced from round ¥300,000 ($A63,850) and it’s more likely to enter manufacturing in early 2026, with deliveries anticipated by the mid-year mark.
Leapmotor has not supplied powertrain particulars, with extra data anticipated to be revealed at a know-how convention the corporate is reported to be internet hosting on October 16.
Given the model’s observe report, it’s going to probably characteristic both an electrical or range-extender electrical powertrain like its C10 stablemate.
If it does make its option to Australia, the mannequin would compete most carefully with the all-electric Kia EV9 (from $97,000 earlier than on-road prices), Hyundai Ioniq 9 ($119,750 + ORC) and Volvo EX90 ($124,990 + ORC), however with a price ticket more likely to undercut its sparring companions.
It’ll additionally provide stiff competitors for widespread higher massive SUV nameplates just like the Toyota LandCruiser (beginning at $97,990 + ORC), and incoming next-generation Nissan Patrol (due late 2026).
The brand new massive SUV continues a worldwide product onslaught from Leapmotor, underlined by its important presence on the current Munich motor present.
Up to now, Leapmotor has launched its tiny T03 micro-hatch, small SUV B and medium SUV C collection of fashions globally, with the range-topping D collection fashions anticipated to finish its line-up.
Undeterred by a very gradual gross sales begin for the sub-$50K C10 in Australia, the corporate intends to carry its compact B10 SUV right here this November, with pricing and specs to be introduced quickly
The B10 will probably be adopted by the lately unveiled B05 hatch mid-next yr.
Regardless of sharp pricing, beginning at $43,888 in range-extender kind and $45,888 for the all-electric runner, Leapmotor has bought simply 381 models of the C10 domestically this yr, falling behind competitor fashions just like the Geely EX5 which has seen 2736 gross sales throughout the identical interval.
