LEPAS outlines nature-inspired colors and cabin design ahead of Sweden launch

LEPAS, the premium new-energy vehicle brand from Chery Group, has detailed the exterior colors and cabin design behind its leopard-inspired styling as it prepares to launch in Sweden in the first half of 2027. The rollout is part of a broader European expansion that already includes entries in the U.K., Italy and Spain.

Why it matters: - LEPAS is trying to position itself as a premium EV brand for Europe by tying design to natural materials, calm interiors and market-specific tastes. - The Sweden launch in the first half of 2027 extends the brand’s European push beyond its earlier stops in the U.K., Italy and Spain. - The move adds another Chinese automotive brand to the region’s growing EV lineup.

What happened: - LEPAS, a premium new-energy vehicle brand under Chery Group, shared details of its exterior colors and interior design in Wuhu, China, on Nov. 11, 2026. - The brand said those design choices are built around its “leopard aesthetics” philosophy. - LEPAS plans to launch in Sweden in the first half of 2027. - LEPAS made its European debut at Milan Design Week earlier in 2026.

The details: - LEPAS says “Natural Energy” guides the design language, with inspiration drawn from the leopard’s balance, strength and movement. - The design team conducted field studies in forests, deserts and glacier landscapes around the world. - Light design is meant to reflect the leopard’s focused gaze, while the body lines are meant to echo its flowing silhouette. - Sculpted surfaces are intended to mirror the animal’s rounded shoulders and alert posture. - Global Chief Designer Ivan Dulanović said LEPAS wants a clear shared identity across markets while still adapting to local expectations. - LEPAS said it uses design research and customer feedback from multiple regions, including Europe. - The exterior color palette includes Norwegian Forest Green, Scottish Lawn Green and Canadian Maple Red. - Norwegian Forest Green is inspired by layered Nordic forest greens and uses a multi-layer paint process for a low-saturation matte finish. - Scottish Lawn Green is meant to echo open meadows with a restrained brightness and a youthful but elegant look. - Canadian Maple Red draws from maple forests and balances saturation and gloss for a sporty but not overly bold effect. - LEPAS says natural colors can improve the driver’s mood and support a sense of discreet luxury. - The cabin is designed around sight, touch, sound and air quality to create a calm environment. - The LEPAS L8 has a 2,800 mm wheelbase, which the brand says creates generous passenger space. - Soft-touch materials, a fabric-covered dashboard and a glacier-inspired muted color scheme are intended to make the cabin feel warm and visually calm. - LEPAS says 60 acoustic measures and more than 20 noise, vibration and harshness improvements reduce outside sound. - An air quality sensor works with the air-cleaning system to help keep cabin air fresh. - The cabin includes 47 storage spaces.

Between the lines: - LEPAS is framing design as a competitive advantage, not just styling, by linking color, texture and cabin comfort to emotional well-being. - The emphasis on regional feedback suggests the brand is preparing for a European strategy that blends a consistent identity with local customization. - The Sweden launch also signals that LEPAS is targeting Northern Europe with a design story that leans heavily on nature and restraint.

What's next: - LEPAS plans to expand in Czechia, Denmark, Hungary, Slovakia and Sweden in the first half of 2027. - The company said more details on timing, model range, local sales and service will come later. - LEPAS is building regional relationships and is seeking partnerships across Europe as it expands. - The brand operates a global dealer network with more than 500 sales and service locations.

The bottom line: - LEPAS is using nature-inspired design and a Europe-specific rollout plan to build its premium EV presence ahead of a 2027 Sweden debut. - More information is available on the company's website.