Car Buyer's Guide

Chery O5 vs Leapmotor B10

Chery O5

Chery O5

1.5 Turbo

Verdict

At RM116,800, the Chery O5 is RM2,000 cheaper and its RM120 annual road tax is RM80 lower, so it remains the simpler choice for buyers without home or workplace charging. The Leapmotor B10 is the larger SUV, stretching 115 mm longer with a 105 mm longer wheelbase, and adds a 67.1-kWh battery for 434 km of EV range. Its 215-hp, 240-Nm rear motor also has a clear output advantage over the O5’s 145 hp and 230 Nm turbo petrol. The O5 counters with a longer seven-year vehicle warranty and a space-saver spare.

O5

Pick the Chery O5 if you need petrol convenience, lower RM120 road tax and the reassurance of a seven-year vehicle warranty.

B10

Pick the Leapmotor B10 if you can charge regularly and want 434 km EV range, a roomier 2,735-mm wheelbase and 430-litre boot.

Key differences

  • Price: Chery O5 RM116,800; Leapmotor B10 RM118,800.
  • Power and torque: O5 145 hp and 230 Nm; B10 215 hp and 240 Nm.
  • Energy storage/range: O5 51-litre petrol tank; B10 67.1-kWh battery with 434 km EV range.
  • Dimensions: O5 4,400 mm long with a 2,630-mm wheelbase; B10 4,515 mm long with a 2,735-mm wheelbase.
  • Boot space: O5 378 litres; B10 430 litres.
  • Warranty and road tax: O5 seven years/150,000 km and RM120 yearly; B10 six years/150,000 km and RM200 yearly.

O5

  • RM2,000 lower purchase price and RM80 lower annual road tax.
  • Seven-year, 150,000-km vehicle warranty.
  • Ventilated power-adjustable front seats, eight-speaker Sony audio and a space-saver spare.
  • Smaller 378-litre boot versus the B10's 430 litres.
  • 145 hp and 230 Nm trail the B10's 215 hp and 240 Nm.
  • No built-in navigation, WiFi or V2L function.

B10

  • 67.1-kWh battery, 434 km EV range and 11-kW AC charging.
  • Larger cabin footprint with a 2,735-mm wheelbase and 430-litre boot.
  • 215-hp, 240-Nm rear motor; built-in navigation, WiFi and 1.7-kW V2L.
  • RM2,000 higher price and RM200 annual road tax versus RM120.
  • Six-year vehicle warranty is one year shorter than the O5's seven years.
  • Tyre repair kit replaces the O5's space-saver spare.
Price & overview
PriceRM116,800RM118,800
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentB-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCKDCKD
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM120RM200
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing400V architecture
Capacity1,498 cc
Horsepower145 hp
Torque230 Nm
FuelPetrolElectric
Bore77 mm
Compression Ratio9.5
Number of Motors1
Motor Horsepower215 hp
Motor Torque240 Nm
Battery Capacity67.1 kWh
EV Range434 km
Charging Rate (AC)11 kW
V2L1.7 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionDual-clutch Automatic (Wet)Single Ratio Automatic
Transmission Name6-speed DCT
Gears6
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveRear Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h9.3 seconds
Top Speed170 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,400 mm4,515 mm
Width1,830 mm1,885 mm
Height1,588 mm1,655 mm
Wheelbase2,630 mm2,735 mm
Weight1,434 kg1,845 kg
Fuel Tank51 litres
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space378 litres430 litres
Front Tyre215/55R18225/50R18
Rear Tyre215/55R18235/50R18
Spare TyreSpace SaverN/A, Tyre Repair Kit
Factory TyresGiti GitiComfort F50Linglong Sport Master e
Chassis
AssemblyMalaysia (CKD)Malaysia (CKD)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutMacPherson Struts
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels18" Alloys18" Alloys
Rear Wheels18" Alloys18" Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear CurtainDriver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far Side
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual for rear doorsManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable for two outer middle row passenger seatsAvailable on Outer Two Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderFront Seats OnlyAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsAutomatic LED Projector with Auto High BeamLED Projector
TaillampsFull LEDFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Front Foglamps
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front Seats6-way Power Adjustable Front Seats, VentilatedPower Adjustable Front Seats
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conRear VentsRear AC Vents
SunroofFront, Tilt and Slide, Manual SunshadePanoramic Glass Roof
Power Sockets2 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Front 15W Wireless Charger, 1 Front 12V Socket, 1 Rear USB, 1 Boot 12V Socket1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear
Interior LightingMap Lights & Ambient LightingMap Lights & Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun ShadeSunroof ShadeSunroof Shade
Audio10.25" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 6-speaker Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinchFour Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal)
LocksKeyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/UnlockKeyless Operation (NFC Card)
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Tiptronic
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationPowered BootPowered Boot
Parking Sensor Front4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, with 360-degree CameraYes, 360-degree Monitor
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer150,000 km150,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer7 years6 years
Warranty Notes8 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.

O5 vs B10 FAQ

Is the Chery O5 or Leapmotor B10 better?

The Leapmotor B10 is the better fit if regular charging is available: it has 434 km EV range, 215 hp, a 2,735-mm wheelbase and a 430-litre boot. Choose the Chery O5 for petrol refuelling convenience, lower road tax and a seven-year warranty.

What is the price difference?

The Leapmotor B10 costs RM118,800, which is RM2,000 more than the Chery O5 at RM116,800. Its annual road tax is also RM200, against RM120 for the O5.

Which has more luggage space?

The Leapmotor B10 has the larger boot at 430 litres, 52 litres more than the Chery O5's 378 litres. The B10 also has a longer 2,735-mm wheelbase, compared with 2,630 mm.

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