Lip Motor unveiled the new Lafa 5 hatchback with more power and price

The Chinese company Leap Motor introduced the new Lafa 5 hatchback model with a sportier design, a longer range and a higher price than the previous generation.

The ambitious automotive brand Lip Motor, which is experiencing a rapid leap in development with the direct support of Stlantis Group (owner of Peugeot, Fiat and Opel brands), has now released a new version of Lafa 5 hatchback. Known in export markets as B05, this model has a completely different nature than the previous economy generations and has been developed with a focus on higher quality, aggressive design and sporty nature. In this section of car news, we will review the specifications of Leapmotor Lafa 5.

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Aggressive design and sports body kit of Lafayette Motor 5

In designing the new version of the Lafa 5 hatchback, Lip Motor Company has shown that it no longer intends to play the role of a simple producer for economic cars. The engineers and designers of this Chinese brand have used all the experiences of the last few years in their latest product to create a beautiful and competitive sports model in the world market from the heart of a city car.

At first glance, the new design language of this car is quite evident. The new Leap Motor Lafayette 5 comes with an exclusive sports body kit that gives it a more exciting look. The front bumpers now have a more aggressive design, with aerodynamic edges and air ducts on both sides. The presence of a two-layer spoiler in the front and redesigned side sills have also brought the appearance of the car closer to European sports models.

In the rear, everything has changed; The rear bumper has been completely redesigned and, in addition to the addition of a larger diffuser, a bulkier fin has been installed on top of the trunk lid to increase downforce at high speeds and increase cornering stability. 19-inch alloy wheels with wide tires in two sizes 225/45 and 235/45 have an impressive presence in the side view and reinforce the sense of sportiness.

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Leapmotor Lafa 5 technical specifications

The previous versions of Leap Motor Lafa 5 were available with 132 and 160 kW engines, but now in this new model, the output power has increased to 180 kW (equivalent to 241 horsepower), which was achieved with the cooperation of the Stellantis technical team and the use of an optimal power control module. The batteries of this car are supplied by three reputable companies, CATL, CALB and Goshen, which use new lithium-phosphate cells with high energy density, which results in increased range and durability of charging in different weather conditions.

The chassis of this version has been completely strengthened and retuned by the European team of Stlantis. The exact weight distribution of 50:50 between the front and rear axles has made the new Leap Motor Lafa 5 to be at the level of global sports cars in terms of lateral stability and dynamic behavior. Sharper steering, larger brakes with four-piston calipers and a multi-link rear suspension have improved the driving experience noticeably.

Cabin design and facilities

The interior design of this car has a sporty and luxurious atmosphere with the combination of dark colors and red stitching. In the front part, two 12.3-inch wide screens with new graphics have integrated the infotainment system and the digital amplifier in one panel. The new user interface of the third generation of Lipmotor works with the support of artificial intelligence and natural voice commands. The JBL brand sound system also offers high-level sound quality.

In terms of amenities, this model does not lack anything: two-zone air conditioning with PM2.5 air filter, heated and cooled front and rear seats, full electric adjustment with position memory, wireless mobile phone charger, ambient lighting with 64 colors, electric panoramic roof, keyless entry and push-button start are just some of its features. 360-degree camera with 3D display, rain sensor, light sensor, electric trunk door and automatic parking assistance system are also provided as standard.

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In terms of safety, there has been a significant improvement. The new version of Lafayette 5 is equipped with level 2.5 driver assistance system, which includes adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, intelligent traffic control, road sign recognition, automatic emergency braking, forward and rear collision warning, and blind spot radar.

Lipmotor had a brilliant performance in 2025 and with the delivery of more than 600,000 units and a 103% growth compared to last year, it managed to be recognized as the best-selling new energy startup in China. This year’s goal is to sell 1.05 million units, and with Faw’s investment and the global distribution network of Stlantis, Lipmotor is seeking to realize the dream of being among the top 10 car manufacturers in the world by 2035 and producing 4 million units annually.