Orbis Auto and LEPAS Sign Agreement to Launch a New Brand in Kazakhstan

As part of the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China 2026), the automotive group Orbis Auto and the international automotive brand LEPAS, a member of Chery Holding Group, signed an agreement for the distribution of LEPAS vehicles in Kazakhstan.

The agreement was signed by Dinara Iskakova, CEO of Orbis Auto, and Zhai Xiaobin, CEO of LEPAS. The document предусматривает the launch of the LEPAS brand in the Kazakh market, the organization of vehicle supply, and the development of a dealer network and service infrastructure across the country.

Commenting on the signing at the Beijing Auto Show, LEPAS CEO Zhai Xiaobin noted that Kazakhstan is considered one of the company’s key markets for brand development in Central Asia. According to him, a lineup of modern vehicles featuring advanced technological solutions and a high level of equipment will be introduced to the Kazakh market.

“Kazakhstan is one of our strategically important markets in the region. Local consumers are showing increasing interest in modern, technology-driven vehicles, and we are confident that the three LEPAS models — L4, L6, and L8 — will be well received in the market. Going forward, LEPAS, together with Orbis Auto, will continue to expand its model lineup in line with the needs of the Kazakh market, offering a wider selection of vehicles that combine design and advanced technologies,” said Zhai Xiaobin.

In turn, Dinara Iskakova, CEO of Orbis Auto, emphasized that the technological foundation of the LEPAS brand, particularly the LEX platform, opens up new opportunities for shaping the model lineup in Kazakhstan and reflects a modern approach to vehicle development.

“The LEX platform provides us with flexibility in managing our product portfolio and enables us to bring to market models in various technological versions — gasoline, hybrid, and fully electric. This represents a new approach where the same model can be offered with different powertrain options, significantly expanding customer choice. At the same time, it is important for us not only to introduce the brand but also to build an efficient sales and service system. We are establishing a long-term presence in the market, where customers receive not only a vehicle but also confidence in its ongoing support,” said Dinara Iskakova.

At the launch stage in Kazakhstan, three LEPAS models — L4, L6, and L8 — will be introduced simultaneously.

The brand’s lineup will be built around crossovers across different segments: the compact urban crossover LEPAS L4, designed for dynamic city driving; the mid-size crossover LEPAS L6, which will occupy a central position in the lineup by offering a balance of space, technology, and comfort; and the flagship crossover LEPAS L8, featuring an extended range of safety systems, a high level of equipment, and advanced technologies.

Sales of LEPAS vehicles in Kazakhstan will be carried out through the Orbis Auto dealer network.

BACKGROUND

About LEPAS
LEPAS is an automotive brand within Chery Holding Group. The brand’s lineup is centered around modern crossovers and includes the LEPAS L4, L6, and L8 models.

LEPAS vehicles are built on the innovative LEX intelligent platform developed by Chery Group, which enables the rapid introduction of vehicles with various powertrain types — from fully electric models to hybrid solutions. This allows the brand to efficiently invest in development, create a diverse model lineup, and meet global standards and customer expectations.

The name LEPAS is derived from three words: LEOPARD, LEAP, and PASSION.

LEOPARD symbolizes speed, strength, and grace, reflecting the brand’s design philosophy, Leopard Aesthetics.
LEAP represents the brand’s ambition for dynamic growth, technological leadership, and pushing beyond conventional boundaries.
PASSION highlights the emotional aspect of the brand and its commitment to creating vehicles that combine practicality with expressive design.

LEPAS’s product strategy is focused on further expanding its model lineup, including vehicles powered by new energy sources — fully electric vehicles (BEV) and plug-in hybrids (PHEV).