Leapmotor Reveals D99 Electric Flagship MPV as Brand Moves Upmarket

By bike_ev_admin December 31, 2025 3 min read

During its 10th-anniversary celebration in Hangzhou, Leapmotor officially unveiled its new flagship models, signaling a decisive shift toward larger, more premium family vehicles. The headline debut was the Leapmotor D99, the brand’s first-ever MPV, alongside additional details about the upcoming Leapmotor D19.

Leapmotor D99: A Large, Tech-Heavy Electric MPV

The D99 is designed as a full-size people mover, prioritizing space, comfort, and advanced technology.

Key dimensions highlight its flagship status:

Length: over 5.2 meters
Width: nearly 2.0 meters
Wheelbase: more than 3.1 meters

This generous footprint promises exceptional legroom across multiple rows. Externally, the D99 adopts a modern, premium look with:

Two-tone exterior paint
19-inch “Aspiration” alloy wheels
A large rear tailgate for easy loading
A programmable rear light display capable of showing different patterns

Safety, AI, and LiDAR-Based Smart Driving

Leapmotor places heavy emphasis on safety and intelligence. The D99 features:

A high-strength body structure designed for enhanced crash protection
An advanced smart driving system powered by dual Qualcomm Snapdragon 8797 chips
A visual-language perception system for complex traffic understanding
Roof-mounted LiDAR, improving object detection and autonomous driving capability

This setup positions the D99 among the most technologically advanced MPVs in its class.

Two Powertrain Options: BEV and EREV

Leapmotor will offer the D99 with two electrified powertrains, catering to different usage patterns.

Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV):

115 kWh battery supplied by CATL
1000V high-voltage architecture
Designed for ultra-fast charging and long-distance travel

Extended-Range Electric Vehicle (EREV):

80.3 kWh battery, the largest ever used in an EREV in China
A small internal combustion engine acts as a generator
Allows long journeys without reliance on charging infrastructure

Leapmotor D19: Large Family SUV Coming in 2026

The Leapmotor D19, first shown in October, is also central to the company’s future strategy. The large family SUV will officially launch and begin customer deliveries in April 2026.

D19 highlights:

Available in BEV and EREV versions
BEV range: up to 720 km
EREV electric-only range: 500 km before generator assistance
Six- or seven-seat interior configurations for families

Rapid Growth and Global Ambitions

Leapmotor’s expansion over the past decade has been dramatic:

70,000+ vehicles sold in November alone
Nearly 600,000 total sales expected for 2025
Active sales presence in 35 international markets

Looking ahead to 2026, Leapmotor aims to reach one million vehicles sold in a single year. With the D99 MPV and D19 SUV, the company is moving beyond compact EVs and positioning itself firmly in the premium family and flagship segments.

Big Picture

The debut of the D99 and the upcoming launch of the D19 mark a turning point for Leapmotor. The brand is no longer focused solely on affordable city EVs — it is now targeting large, technology-rich, family-oriented electric vehicles designed to compete at the top end of the market, both in China and globally.