Verdict
At RM106,800, the Aion ES costs RM1,000 less and makes the stronger long-distance case: its 55.2 kWh battery is rated for 442 km, 81 km ahead of the B10’s 361 km, while its annual road tax is RM70 against RM200. The Leapmotor B10 answers with 215 hp and 240 Nm versus 136 hp and 225 Nm, plus 11 kW AC charging and rear-wheel drive. Its SUV body, five-door access and 18-inch wheels suit buyers wanting a higher-riding format, but the ES is 295 mm longer and has a 450-litre boot.
Pick the Aion ES if you want the lower RM106,800 entry price, 442 km range and lower RM70 annual road tax in a sedan.
Pick the Leapmotor B10 if you want 215 hp, rear-wheel drive, 11 kW AC charging and the practicality of a five-door SUV.
Key differences
- Price: Aion ES RM106,800; Leapmotor B10 RM107,800.
- Motor output: Aion ES 136 hp and 225 Nm; Leapmotor B10 215 hp and 240 Nm.
- Range and battery: Aion ES 442 km from 55.2 kWh; Leapmotor B10 361 km from 56.2 kWh.
- AC charging: Aion ES 6.6 kW; Leapmotor B10 11 kW.
- Body and boot: Aion ES is a 4,810 mm sedan with 450 litres; Leapmotor B10 is a 4,515 mm SUV with 430 litres.
- Annual road tax: Aion ES RM70; Leapmotor B10 RM200.
ES
- 442 km claimed EV range, 81 km ahead of the B10.
- RM1,000 lower purchase price and RM130 lower annual road tax.
- 450-litre boot and 3.3 kW V2L output.
- 136 hp and 225 Nm trail the B10’s 215 hp and 240 Nm.
- 6.6 kW AC charging is slower than the B10’s 11 kW.
- Front-wheel drive rather than the B10’s rear-wheel drive.
B10
- 215 hp, 240 Nm and a quoted 0-100 km/h time of 9.3 seconds.
- 11 kW AC charging, versus 6.6 kW for the ES.
- Five-door SUV layout, 18-inch alloys, 360-degree monitor and adaptive cruise control.
- 361 km claimed range trails the ES by 81 km despite its larger 56.2 kWh battery.
- 430-litre boot is 20 litres smaller than the ES’s 450 litres.
- RM200 annual road tax is RM130 more than the ES.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800✓ | RM107,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM200 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 136 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | 240 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 55.2 kWh | 56.2 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 442 km✓ | 361 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 1.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,810 mm | 4,515 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,885 mm |
| Height | 1,545 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,735 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,780 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres✓ | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 235/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Linglong Sport Master e |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | — | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | — | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17 | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17 | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | — | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far Side |
| ABS/EBD | — | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | — | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | — | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | — | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | — | Manual Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | — | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | — | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation (NFC Card) |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Opening |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8 Year/160,000 km BEV Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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ES vs B10 FAQ
Is the Aion ES or Leapmotor B10 better?
The Aion ES is the better choice for range, lower road tax and boot space. The Leapmotor B10 is better for performance, 11 kW AC charging and SUV access, with 215 hp against the ES’s 136 hp.
What is the price difference?
The Leapmotor B10 costs RM1,000 more than the Aion ES: RM107,800 versus RM106,800.
Which one charges faster at home or an AC charger?
The Leapmotor B10 charges faster on AC at up to 11 kW, compared with 6.6 kW for the Aion ES. The ES lists 60 kW DC charging, while no DC charging rate is stated for the B10.