Leapmotor: everything you need to know
What is Leapmotor? We cover who makes Leapmotor cars, what does Leapmotor mean and where are Leapmotor cars from
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By Craig Hale
Last updated: 16 September 2025
Full guide to Leapmotor cars
Leapmotor might not be a household name just yet, but it came to the UK under Stellantis leadership, so it should soon feel as familiar as Peugeot and Vauxhall.
We’re already familiar with China’s MG, and BYD is quickly gaining traction in the UK too, so Leapmotor’s arrival comes at just the right time.
Read on to find out everything you need to know about who makes Leapmotor cars and what the brand has to offer.
What we’ll cover in this guide to Leapmotor
What is Leapmotor?
Who makes and owns Leapmotor?
Where are Leapmotor cars from and made?
Full Leapmotor lineup
Leapmotor prices and value
Leapmotor range and charging
Leapmotor reliability and ownership
Leapmotor vs. Tesla: which is better?
Leapmotor UK availability
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What is Leapmotor?
Leapmotor is a Chinese electric car manufacturer with relatively young roots. It was founded in 2015 in Hangzhou, China, and spent its first years establishing itself in its home country before going international.
Core to Leapmotor’s success is that it aims to design everything in-house, including batteries and electric motors, which keeps the costs down for us buyers.
What does Leapmotor mean?
Its name is pretty self-explanatory – Leapmotor wants to make a big leap in electric motoring with lots of tech, built-in AI and impressive battery ranges. All for bargain prices.
Who are Leapmotor cars for?
Leapmotor cars are designed for drivers who want the latest EV tech without paying high prices.
Because it’s a less established brand in the UK, Leapmotor has positioned itself as a budget brand in the UK, so you’ll pay a lot less than something like a Tesla.
Who makes and owns Leapmotor?
Wondering where Leapmotor has come from all of a sudden is a totally legitimate question, but don’t worry, it is an established brand. It’s just not widely known in the UK (yet).
Leapmotor cars are made by Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology Co. Ltd in Hangzhou, China.
Leapmotor International was formed through a joint venture between its Chinese parent company and Stellantis.
Other Stellantis brands include: Citroën, DS, Peugeot, Vauxhall, Alfa Romeo, Jeep, Fiat, Abarth and even Maserati.
Where are Leapmotor cars made?
Leapmotor cars are built in the brand’s Jinhua, China factory.
Some T03 models for the European market were produced in Tychy, Poland until March 2025.
Stellantis is looking for alternative suitable European locations.
How big is the Leapmotor factory?
The plant has an annual capacity of over 200,000 vehicles. It operates multiple factories across China, with more expecting to come soon as it expands to other parts of the world.
Full Leapmotor lineup
Leapmotor launched in the UK in late 2024 with two models – a third came in 2025.
Leapmotor T03
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From £15,995 when it launched
37.3kWh battery, 165-mile range
95hp, 158Nm electric motor
Leapmotor C10 EV
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From £36,500 when it launched
69.9kWh battery, 262-mile range
218hp, 320Nm electric motor
Leapmotor C10 REEV (Range Extended EV)
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28.4kWh battery, 1.5-litre petrol engine, 603-mile total range (91 miles EV)
215hp, 320Nm electric motor
Leapmotor B10
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From €29,900 when it launched (UK TBC)
56.2kWh battery, 224-mile range
67.1kWh battery, 270-mile range
218hp, 240Nm electric motor
Leapmotor B05
Pricing TBC, expected under £30,000
56.2kWh battery, 224-mile range
67.1kWh battery, 270-mile range
218hp, 240Nm electric motor
What is the smallest Leapmotor car?
Leapmotor’s smallest car is the T03 – it goes up against other small EVs like the Citroën ë-C3, Dacia Spring, BYD Dolphin SURF and Hyundai INSTER.
What is the fastest Leapmotor car?
Leapmotor’s C10 does 0-62mph in 7.5 seconds, though it’s possible future cars could be quicker.
Leapmotor prices and value
Leapmotor is priced to undercut established electric cars in the UK, and it does so with quite a margin.
How much is a Leapmotor car?
Leapmotor T03 – £15,995
Leapmotor C10 – £36,500
What is the cheapest Leapmotor car?
Leapmotor’s cheapest car remains its smallest, the T03. It’s cheaper than the Dacia Spring, which was previously the cheapest electric car.
Leapmotor range and charging
What is the range of a Leapmotor car?
Leapmotor T03
37.3kWh, 165-mile range
30-80% in 36 minutes with 48kW DC charging
0-100% in <6 hours with 6.6kW AC charging
Leapmotor C10
69.9kWh, 262-mile range
30-80% in 30 minutes with 84kW DC charging
0-100% in <6.5 hours with 11kW AC charging
Leapmotor C10 REEV
28.4kWh, 91-mile EV range
30-80% in 18 minutes with 65kW DC charging
0-100% in <4.5 hours with 6.6kW AC charging
Leapmotor reliability and ownership
Early reviews suggest Leapmotor cars offer strong value for money, particularly in terms of standard equipment and making electric cars widely accessible.
The C10 has already received a five-star Euro NCAP safety rating, with strong performance across all four testing categories.
Are Leapmotor cars good?
Abhishek Sampat, Head of Electric Vehicles at cinch, said: “Leapmotor is one of the most exciting EV startups – delivering over 50,000 vehicles in August alone, and is already profitable.”
How reliable are Leapmotor cars?
Leapmotor is still a new brand to the UK, so reliability data is scarce. The company offers a four-year/60,000-mile warranty, which is one year more than the industry average.
It’s the same as you get from Tesla.
Leapmotor vs. Tesla: which is better?
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When comparing Leapmotor and Tesla, there are a number of categories to consider. These are:
Price:
Leapmotor: £15,995-£37,200
Tesla: £39,990-£72,480
Number of models in the UK:
Leapmotor: Two
Tesla: Two
Electric range:
Leapmotor: 165-262 miles (EVs only)
Tesla: 311-436 miles
Charging speeds:
Leapmotor: Up to 84kW (30-80% in 30min)
Tesla: 250kW (0-80% in less than 30min)
Availability in the UK:
Leapmotor: All models are readily available, new and used
Tesla: All models are readily available, new and used
Safety:
Leapmotor: The Leapmotor C10 scored 5/5 stars at Euro NCAP
Tesla: All cars scored 5/5 stars at Euro NCAP
Leapmotor T03 vs. Dacia Spring
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Here's how the Leapmotor T03 stacks up against its main rival, the Dacia Spring:
Price:
Leapmotor T03: from £15,995
Dacia Spring: from £14,995
Electric range:
Leapmotor T03: up to 165 miles
Dacia Spring: up to 142 miles
Charging speeds:
Leapmotor T03: 48kW (30-80% in 36 minutes)
Tesla: 30kW (20-80% in 45 minutes)
Availability in the UK:
Leapmotor T03: readily available, new and used
Dacia Spring: readily available, new and used
Safety:
Leapmotor T03: not yet tested by Euro NCAP
Dacia Spring: 1/5 stars at Euro NCAP
Leapmotor UK availability
Leapmotor arrived in late 2024, with cars becoming widely available in early 2025. The C10 and T03 came first, with the B10 and B05 coming around a year later.
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Explore used Leapmotor cars
Leapmotor is still new to the UK, but keep an eye out as models start to arrive on the used market, offering even more attractive price tags.
If you’re wiling to consider other brands and make huge savings vs. new, browse all of our used electric cars for sale.