The Leapmotor D99 electric minivan uses a 1000V architecture and CATL batteries to deliver up to 720 km of range
Leapmotor, a Chinese manufacturer that operates in a global partnership with Stellantis (including in Brazil), officially unveiled the D99. The model marks the company’s entry into the minivan segment and bets on a robust technical sheet to challenge established rivals. More than a family minivan, the D99 debuts a new high-voltage electric architecture and long-range batteries, positioning itself as a technological alternative to traditional SUVs.
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The visual design of the D99 breaks with the strictly “crate” format typical of commercial vans. Under the “Tech-Nature 2.0” design philosophy, the model adopts an aerodynamic profile with a short front and sloping windshield, aiming to reduce drag and improve energy consumption.
The exterior finish prioritizes fluidity: darkened columns create the effect of a floating roof, while retractable door handles and windows flush with the body ‘clean’ the side look. With a length of 5.20 meters and a wheelbase of 3.12 meters, the vehicle offers a six-seat interior configuration (2+2+2), focused on occupant comfort.
At the rear, a continuous LED bar with thousands of light points stands out. The technology package includes a LiDAR sensor on the roof and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8797 processors, preparing the vehicle for advanced autonomous driving and intelligent cabin management functions.
Leapmotor offers two distinct powertrains. The purely electric version (BEV) uses a modern 1,000 V platform (higher than the 800 V common in the premium segment), equipped with a 115 kWh CATL battery. According to the brand, this configuration allows a range of 720 km (CLTC cycle) and supports 5C ultra-fast charging, capable of recovering 500 km of range in just 10 minutes.
The extended range variant (EREV) combines a 1.5 turbo engine (which acts only as a generator) with an 80.3 kWh battery — a capacity higher than that of many 100% electric cars. This guarantees 500 km of purely electric driving time and an estimated total combined range of 1,300 km. The partnership with Stellantis should facilitate the export of the model to markets outside China, expanding competition in the luxury family sector.
