Blind preorders for Leapmotor‘s new full-size flagship, the D19 crossover, which is backed by Stellantis, have officially begun in China. With a remarkable 80.3 kWh capacity and a range of up to 500 km in pure EV mode, the extended-range (EREV) variant has the largest battery pack in its class.
Launch Timeline and Preorder Details
The Leapmotor D19, which will be offered in both BEV and EREV versions, was first introduced on October 16 and is anticipated to enter the Chinese market in the first half of 2026. Leapmotor declared on November 1 that it had started blind preorders, a Chinese practice in which buyers can reserve a car before the official price is disclosed.
Customers who pay a deposit of 999 yuan ($140) are granted priority delivery rights, and the Signature Edition of the D19 crossover is available to the first 2,000 buyers. Before the full market launch in 2026, the interior design will be unveiled by the end of 2025.
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Expected Price and Competitors
The D19 is anticipated to compete with other high-end full-size crossovers, such as the Aito M9, Li Auto L9, Nio ES8, Lynk & Co 900, and Zeekr 9X, despite Leapmotor having not revealed official pricing. According to industry sources, the price range is between 250,000 and 300,000 yuan ($35,160 and $42,190).
Design and Dimensions
The Leapmotor D19 stretches about 5.2 meters in length and follows the brand’s “Technology Natural Aesthetics 2.0” design philosophy. Key exterior highlights include:
- Split LED headlights
- Flush door handles
- A striking 1,958 mm taillight strip featuring 11,026 individual LEDs
- LiDAR integration for advanced driver assistance
- Large chrome-plated wheels and blacked-out pillars
- A 3.1-meter wheelbase for maximum cabin space
Powertrain and Battery Details
EREV Variant:
- Battery: 80.3 kWh CATL pack (largest in the EREV segment)
- Range: Up to 500 km in EV mode
- Fuel Tank: 40 liters
- Power Output: 400 kW (536 hp) dual-motor setup
BEV Variant:
- Battery: 115 kWh pack
- Power Output: 540 kW (724 hp)
- Acceleration: 0–100 km/h in just 3 seconds
- Charging: 15 minutes adds 350 km of range
Advanced Features
Leapmotor’s flagship crossover comes loaded with cutting-edge technology, including:
- Two Snapdragon 8797 chips for advanced infotainment and vehicle systems
- A built-in oxygen generator with up to 8 liters per minute of oxygen output, enhancing cabin comfort on long drives
