An updated 2027 Leapmotor Lafa 5, sold in Australia as the B05, is due to launch in China at the Guangzhou Auto Show opening on 27 November 2026, according to Chinese outlet Autohome.

Autohome says it learned the details directly from Leapmotor, although the car maker has not publicly announced the update itself.

The changes centre on cabin technology and the electric powertrain, with both the standard Lafa 5 and Ultra gaining a 17.3-inch central touchscreen, an augmented-reality head-up display and a 14-speaker audio system.

That touchscreen is larger than the 14.6-inch unit fitted to the current Australian B05, which also has an 8.8-inch driver display.

The Ultra adds front seats with eight-way massage, ventilation and heating, plus a heated steering wheel. Its cabin also features exclusive seat embroidery and body-coloured seatbelts carrying Ultra lettering.

The update includes an 800V electrical platform, with expected CLTC driving range options of 630km, 640km and 660km. The Lafa 5 uses lithium iron phosphate batteries and rear-wheel drive.

Those range figures are not directly comparable with the Australian B05's WLTP ratings of up to 401km or 482km, as CLTC testing typically produces higher results.

Exterior styling carries over for both versions, including three-segment LED daytime running lights and a full-width tail-light.

The Ultra retains its front splitter, side skirts, rear diffuser and sports rear spoiler, with exclusive yellow, green and liquid silver paint choices.

Pricing for the updated model has not been announced.

Leapmotor is also open to appointing Australian dealers outside the Stellantis network as it seeks wider coverage.

Leapmotor Australia has not confirmed whether or when the updated model will come here.

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