Lepas is the new kid on the block and part of the Chery group. Recently they launched their L4 model globally in good old South Africa. Lepas serves to be the more stylish counterpart and seeks to make a statement on the road. To our surprise, at launch, the entry-level variant starts at R299 000 which should attract plenty initial attention to the brand. With this stunning price point, what cars are best similar to the Lepas L4? Specifically in its Amur trim.
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Propelling the L4 in this trim is a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine making 80kW / 148Nm and that power is sent to the front wheels via a 5-speed manual gearbox. Claimed fuel consumption is rated at 6.9 L /100km.
1. MG ZS Comfort from R289 900
The MG ZS has enjoyed some success in Australia and also made its way to South Africa. The ZS Comfort is powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine making 84kW / 150Nm. This is also a front puller and sports a 5-speed manual gearbox.
You can search for the latest MG ZS offerings here.
2. Hyundai Venue from R309 900
A pretty stylish competitor to boot, the Venue is one of Hyundai's best sellers in South Africa. The Premium variant is powered by a 1.2-litre 4 cylinder petrol engine making 61kW / 115Nm, is also a front puller with a 5-speed manual and consumes a claimed 6.5 L/100km of fuel.
You can search for the latest Hyundai Venue offerings here.
3. Mahindra XUV 3XO MX2 from R259 999
The 3XO sets out to make a statement for Mahindra as the stylish entry point for the brand. Powering the 3XO range is a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder petrol turbo engine making 82kW / 200Nm , with that all sent to the front wheels via a 5-speed manual gearbox. Claimed consumption is rated at 5.3 L/100km
You can search for the latest Mahindra 3XO offerings here.
4. Nissan Magnite Visia from R252 200
Nissan's Magnite is a staple for the brand at the moment and has enjoyed some local popularity as of late. Sorting propulsion for this variant is a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder petrol non-turbo engine making 83kW / 96Nm, with power sent to the front wheels via a 5-speed manual gearbox. Claimed consumption is rated at 5.9 L/100km.
You can search for the latest Nissan Magnite deals here.
5. Kia Sonet LS from R299 995
One of Kia's best sellers, the Sonet is an agreeable compact crossover with no fuss driving in mind. Powering this variant is a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder petrol non turbo making 85kW / 144Nm, sent to the front wheels via a 5-speed manual. Claimed fuel consumption is rated at 6.6 L/100km.
You can search for the latest Kia Sonet offerings here.
