Stellantis-backed Leapmotor B10 launched in China for 13,580 USD – Atto 3 rival

The Stellantis-backed Leapmotor B10 compact crossover was launched in China with a beginning worth of 99,800 yuan (13,580 USD). It’s the BYD Atto 3 (Yuan Plus) rival geared toward International markets. The Leapmotor B10 adopts the 800V high-voltage system, a LiDAR sensor, and a variety of as much as 600 km.

The Leapmotor B10 began presales in China on March 11. Throughout the presales ceremony, the B10 crossover was mentioned to begin at 109,800 yuan (14,940 USD). The automotive bought 15,000 orders within the first hour after the presales began. Now, the Leapmotor B10 began gross sales in China with a lower cost tag. Furthermore, shoppers who put an order earlier than Could 31, will get some presents value as much as 15,600 yuan (2,120 USD).

Extra about Leapmotor B10

The Leapmotor B10 is a compact crossover that aligns with the model’s newest design language. It has a closed entrance finish with a skinny working gentle LED strip and break up headlights. The Leapmotor B10 has a single taillight unit within the again. Different distinguishing options embody retractable door handles, a LiDAR on the roof, and 18-inch wheels. The B10 has seven physique coloration choices.

The Leapmotor B10 is a compact mannequin with dimensions of 4515/1885/1655 mm with a wheelbase of 2735 mm. For readability, it’s 60 mm longer, 10 mm wider, and 40 mm decrease than the well-known BYD Atto 3 (Yuan Plus) electrical crossover. The Leapmotor B10 boasts a 420-liter trunk, which could be expanded to 515 liters by eradicating the decrease layer. With the second-row seats folded, the trunk capability reaches 1,415 liters. The BYD Atto 3 has a trunk capability of 440 L.

The Leapmotor B10 has two inside colours: purple and grey. The automotive’s middle console boasts a 14.6-inch 2.5K touchscreen and an 8.8-inch LCD instrument cluster. Its infotainment system is powered by the Snapdragon 8155 chip from Qualcomm. The Leapmotor OS 4.0 Plus integrates the AI voice interplay mannequin. The primary display additionally helps Huawei HiCar and Apple CarPlay.

The highest-trim Leapmotor B10 adopts power-adjusted seats, 15W wi-fi telephone charging pads, and 12 audio system. It additionally adopts a LiDAR sensor on the roof, two 8MP front-view cameras, 4 3MP surround-view cameras, twelve ultrasonic sensors, and three mm-wave radars. By the top of 2025, the B10 might be able to Navigate on Autopilot (NOA) in city areas.

Powertrain and costs

The Leapmotor B10 stands on the Leap 3.5 modular structure with an 800V high-voltage system. The entry-level mannequin has a single e-motor within the rear axle with a peak energy output of 132 kW (177 hp). The extra highly effective modification has an electrical motor for 160 kW (215 hp). It has a 56.2 kWh LFP battery appropriate for 510 km of vary below CLTC situations. Larger trims have a 67.1 kWh LFP pack for 600 km.

The Leapmotor B10 with a smaller battery could be charged from 30 to 80% in 19 minutes. A automotive with a bigger pack fees 30-80% in 20 minutes. For comparability, the BYD Atto 3 fees from 30 to 80% in half-hour. Furthermore, it has smaller battery choices for 49.9 kWh and 60.5 kWh for a 430 – 510 km CLTC vary.

The Leapmotor B10 is obtainable for buy in 5 trim ranges:

• Leapmotor B10 510 Consolation – 99,800 yuan (13,580 USD)
• Leapmotor B10 510 Take pleasure in – 109,800 yuan (14,940 USD)
• Leapmotor B10 510 LiDAR – 119,800 yuan (16,300 USD)
• Leapmotor B10 600 Pleasure – 119,800 yuan (16,300 USD)
• Leapmotor B10 600 LiDAR – 129,800 yuan (17,660 USD)

For readability, the BYD Atto 3 prices 115,800 – 147,800 yuan (15,750 – 20,100 USD) in China. So, the Leapmotor B10 affords a aggressive worth. Later, this mannequin will enter abroad markets, together with Europe.