Leapmotor will unveil the refreshed Lafa 5 at the Guangzhou Auto Show, which opens on November 27. According to a report by Auto Home, the update will focus on upgraded electrical architecture and cabin features aimed at enhancing the electric hatchback’s market appeal. Both the standard and Ultra variants will retain the current model’s design.
The updated Lafa 5 is expected to feature an 800V high-voltage platform, along with a range of interior upgrades including an augmented reality head-up display (AR-HUD), a 17.3-inch central infotainment screen, zero-gravity seats and a 14-speaker sound system, according to the report.
The updated Lafa 5 is expected to offer CLTC driving range options of 630 km, 640 km and 660 km. The current Lafa 5 lineup comprises seven variants, with prices ranging from 97,800 yuan to 129,800 yuan.
Previous regulatory filings had also indicated changes to the powertrain. Documents released by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology in August listed three Lafa 5 variants, two equipped with electric motors producing a peak output of 185 kW (248 hp), while the third delivers 180 kW.
All three variants use lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries and offer LiDAR as an optional feature. The Ultra version retains its sportier styling package, distinguishing it from the standard model through a front splitter, side skirts, rear diffuser and rear spoiler. It also features a lower body height.
Leapmotor launched the Lafa 5 in China in November 2025 and expanded the lineup in April 2026 with the introduction of the Lafa 5 Ultra, which features increased power and sportier styling.
The model has also recorded a recovery in sales, delivering 9,486 units in October, a 37.96% increase from September. This marked its second consecutive monthly sales increase and the highest monthly total so far this year, according to CnEVPost.
Lafa 5 deliveries totaled 50,857 units in the first 10 months of the year. The model accounted for 8.94% of Leapmotor’s global deliveries in October, compared with 6.51% in September. Leapmotor also recorded a new monthly delivery record of 106,127 vehicles in October, surpassing the 100,000-unit mark for the fourth consecutive month. Deliveries for January through October reached 772,666 units, representing 77.27% of the company’s annual target of 1 million vehicles.
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