2026 Leapmotor D99 First Drive Review: Why This MPV Is A Total Game Changer

The all-new 2026 Leapmotor D99 is here, and it is redefining what a family electric vehicle can be. We got behind the wheel for the first drive full review to see if this Stellantis-backed Chinese MPV lives up to the hype. With a massive battery, a futuristic cabin, and a "fishing mode," is this the ultimate road trip machine? Watch the full review to find out! [VEHICLE SPECS & PERFORMANCE] 🚗 The 2026 Leapmotor D99 is a full-size luxury minivan competing with the Xpeng X9 and Li Auto Mega . 🔋 Two Powertrain Options: Pure Electric (BEV): Massive 115 kWh CATL battery, 1000V architecture. Range: ~720 km (447 miles) . Range Extender (EREV): 80.3 kWh battery (largest hybrid battery on the market), 800V system. ~500 km (311 miles) of electric range before the gas generator kicks in . ⚡ Charging: Ultra-fast charging from 30-80% in just 15 minutes . 📏 Dimensions: Over 5.2 meters (17 ft) long and a 3.1-meter wheelbase . [INTERIOR & TECHNOLOGY] Inside, the D99 looks like a spaceship . Highlights include: The "Fishing Mode": Yes, the 3rd-row seats can reverse so you can sit facing out of the tailgate! . "Zero Gravity" Seats: Swiveling 2nd-row captain's chairs with massage and heating . Tech Overload: 5-screen setup including a 50-inch AR-HUD and a 21.4-inch 3K rear entertainment screen . Dual Qualcomm 8797 Chips: Offering 1280 TOPS of computing power for advanced AI and self-driving features . [PRICING & AVAILABILITY] 💰 The D99 is expected to hit the Chinese market with a price around 300,000 Yuan (approx. $41,000 USD), offering "million-level experience" at a fraction of the price . 🗓️ On sale in China starting July 2026 . [TIME STAMPS] 0:00 - Intro & Exterior Impressions 1:30 - Powertrain & Battery Specs Deep Dive (BEV vs EREV) 2:45 - Interior & Tech Walkthrough (5-Screen Setup) 3:30 - The "Fishing Mode" & Cargo Space 4:00 - First Drive Impressions (Ride & Handling) 5:15 - Highway Assist & ADAS Testing 6:00 - Verdict: Should You Buy It? #Leapmotor #D99 #LeapmotorD99 #EV #ElectricCar #MPV #CarReview #FirstDrive #Tech #NewCar2026 #ChinaEV

Added 23 Aug 2026