What the L8 brings
The L8 is a £34,900-starting large PHEV SUV with up to 56 miles EV range.
What OMODA 9 SHS-P brings
The OMODA 9 starts at £44,995, has AWD, 619 PS and a published 90-mile EV range, positioning it considerably higher in price and performance.
At-a-glance
| Factor | LEPAS L8 | OMODA 9 SHS-P |
|---|---|---|
| OTR price | £34,900 Essence | £44,995 Noble |
| Powertrain | 1.5T PHEV + DHT | 1.5T PHEV + 3DHT, AWD |
| EV range | Up to 56 miles | 90 miles |
| Combined range | Up to 745 miles | 700+ miles |
| Power | Not used as a headline comparison here | 619 PS |
| Boot volume | Check exact L8 figure with retailer | 660 litres |
| Warranty | 7 years / 100,000 miles vehicle; 8 years battery | 7 years / 100,000 miles; 8 years battery stated |
Look beyond the headline numbers
There is no universal winner here. The right comparison depends on what matters in your own driving and ownership situation.
| Buyer question | What to investigate | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Can I charge at home? | Check your parking, charger installation options and electricity tariff. | Charging habits can change how much of a PHEV or EV's electric capability you actually use. |
| Where will I get it serviced? | Locate the nearest authorised retailer and ask about service and warranty support. | Local convenience can matter more than the size of a national network. |
| What happens on a 300-mile trip? | Compare charging requirements, petrol backup and your usual routes. | This is where a PHEV and EV can feel fundamentally different. |
| What equipment is standard? | Compare the exact trim, not just the model name. | A cheaper list price may change once you add the equipment you actually want. |
| What happens when I sell? | Ask about resale expectations, warranty transfer and service history. | Depreciation can have a bigger effect on total ownership cost than small differences in fuel or charging cost. |
What should you do at the showroom?
Don't just sit in the car. Ask for a demonstration of the charging process, infotainment, driver-assistance systems, boot space with your normal luggage, rear-seat space and the exact finance figures for the trim you would actually order.
Where the distinction really matters
How to use this comparison
The OMODA 9 is not simply a more expensive version of the same proposition. It changes the price, size, performance and equipment equation. Use this comparison to decide whether those additional characteristics matter to you.
Questions to ask before choosing
- Do you actually need the extra performance and size?
- Is electric range a priority?
- Are you comparing like-for-like?
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Register an enquiry →Sources checked September 2026: LEPAS L8 · OMODA 9. Prices and offers can change.