Leapmotor debuted the D99 interior and core specifications at the 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Auto Show. Positioned as a mid-to-large MPV, the D99 is developed on a 1000V high-voltage platform and offers both EREV and pure-electric powertrain options. The vehicle exceeds 5.2 meters in length with a 3.18-meter wheelbase, featuring a 2+2+3 seven-seat layout and zero-gravity aviation seats in the second row.
Auto Show Debut: D99 Interior and Platform Architecture Revealed
On the 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Auto Show media day, Leapmotor publicly unveiled the D99's complete interior design for the first time. This is the highest-positioned model in Leapmotor's brand history, officially defined as the "intelligent flagship MPV for family travel."
The D99 is developed on Leapmotor's new "Tiandun" 1000V high-voltage platform, among the first mass-production 1000V architectures in China. Compared to the industry's mainstream 400V/800V platforms, the 1000V architecture enables higher charging power at the same current, with theoretical peak charging power exceeding 600kW. Leapmotor's official D99 charging data:
- 1000V pure-electric version: 400km range added in 10 minutes
- EREV version pure-electric range: 280km (CLTC), combined range 1,200km
Dimensions stand at 5235/1980/1800mm (L/W/H) with a 3180mm wheelbase. This places the D99 in the top tier of mid-to-large MPVs, competing head-to-head with the Denza D9, Buick GL8 New Energy, and Zeekr 009.
Cabin Design: Family-First Scenarios
The D99 interior combines warm-tone wood grain with Nappa leather, emphasizing a home-like atmosphere. The cabin features a standard 2+2+3 seven-seat MPV configuration, with key highlights including:
- Second-row zero-gravity aviation seats with 16-way power adjustment
- All seven seats equipped with heating and ventilation
- Rear 17.3-inch ceiling-mounted entertainment screen supporting multi-device wireless casting
- Center console refrigerator with 5-50°C adjustable temperature control
- Third-row seats fully foldable, expanding trunk capacity to 2,400L
Leapmotor's cabin chief revealed that the D99's seat frames and rail system were jointly developed with Yanfeng, with rail travel reaching 1,080mm — the longest in its class. This design allows the second-row seats to slide rearward near the third row, creating an oversized "parent-child mode" space.
Powertrain and Intelligent Driving Spec Comparison
| Parameter | Leapmotor D99 (EV) | Leapmotor D99 (EREV) | Denza D9 EV | Zeekr 009 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 120kWh | 42kWh | 103kWh | 140kWh |
| Platform voltage | 1000V | 400V | 800V | 800V |
| CLTC range | 780km | 1,200km (combined) | 620km | 822km |
| Motor power | 400kW | 360kW | 230kW | 400kW |
| 0-100km/h | 4.9s | 5.8s | 6.9s | 4.5s |
| AD chip | Single Orin-X | Single Orin-X | Dual Orin-X | Dual Mobileye |
| LiDAR | 1 (192-line) | 1 (192-line) | 2 units | None |
For intelligent driving, the D99 carries a single NVIDIA Orin-X chip (254TOPS) and 1 192-line LiDAR, supporting highway NOA and automated parking. Compared to competitors, the D99's AD hardware sits at the "sufficient" level without sensor overstacking. Leapmotor's AD chief explained that this trade-off balances cost and user experience: "D99's target users are families. High-frequency scenarios are highway cruising and parking, not urban NOA."
Pricing Strategy and Market Positioning
Leapmotor has not officially announced D99 pricing, but multiple sources point to the 250,000-350,000 yuan range. This continues Leapmotor's established "high-config, low-price" approach:
- Pure-electric version expected from 259,800 yuan, below the Denza D9 EV (from 339,800 yuan)
- EREV version expected from 239,800 yuan, below the Buick GL8 New Energy (from 359,900 yuan)
- Top configuration capped within 350,000 yuan, creating downward pressure on 400,000-yuan-class rivals
Leapmotor founder Zhu Jiangming stated at the show that the D99's goal is to "bring mid-to-large intelligent MPVs into the mainstream family consumption range." In 2025, China's MPV segment NEV penetration was only 18%, far below sedans (52%) and SUVs (48%). The D99's entry aims to activate this high-potential niche.
For buyers in Central Asia and Russia, the D99 EREV version carries unique export adaptability. EREV technology's compatibility with cold climates and weak charging infrastructure has been validated on models like the XPeng G9 and Li Auto L series. Overseas buyers tracking Leapmotor export developments through EX1000.COM should monitor the D99's winter range calibration and local service planning.
