Car Buyer's Guide

Dongfeng Vigo vs Leapmotor B10

Verdict

At RM108,888, the Dongfeng Vigo undercuts the RM118,800 Leapmotor B10 by RM9,912 and returns a lower RM120 annual road tax. Its 500-litre boot also beats the B10’s 430 litres, while 167 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L suit longer trips and external-power use. The B10 answers with a 67.1-kWh battery, 434-km range and 215 hp, against 51.87 kWh, 380 km and 161 hp for the Vigo. It is also locally assembled and has multi-link rear suspension, but is 209 mm longer to park.

Vigo

Pick the Dongfeng Vigo if you want the lower entry cost, a 500-litre boot, 167 kW DC charging and a 3.3 kW V2L supply.

B10

Pick the Leapmotor B10 if you prioritise its 434-km range, 215-hp rear motor, multi-link rear suspension and Malaysian CKD assembly.

Key differences

  • Price: Dongfeng Vigo RM108,888; Leapmotor B10 RM118,800
  • Motor output: Dongfeng Vigo 161 hp and 230 Nm; Leapmotor B10 215 hp and 240 Nm
  • Battery and range: Dongfeng Vigo 51.87 kWh and 380 km; Leapmotor B10 67.1 kWh and 434 km
  • Charging and V2L: Dongfeng Vigo 6.6 kW AC, 167 kW DC and 3.3 kW V2L; Leapmotor B10 11 kW AC, no DC rate stated and 1.7 kW V2L
  • Boot space: Dongfeng Vigo 500 litres; Leapmotor B10 430 litres
  • Rear suspension: Dongfeng Vigo torsion beam; Leapmotor B10 multi-link

Vigo

  • RM9,912 lower purchase price
  • 500-litre boot is 70 litres larger
  • 167 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L
  • 380-km range trails the B10’s 434 km
  • 161 hp and 230 Nm fall short of 215 hp and 240 Nm
  • Torsion-beam rear suspension versus the B10’s multi-link setup

B10

  • 67.1-kWh battery and 434-km range
  • 215-hp rear-mounted motor
  • 11 kW AC charging and multi-link rear suspension
  • Costs RM9,912 more
  • 430-litre boot is 70 litres smaller
  • 1.7 kW V2L output trails the Vigo’s 3.3 kW
Price & overview
PriceRM108,888RM118,800
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCBUCKD
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM120RM200
Powertrain
Engine Tech400V architecture400V architecture
FuelElectricElectric
Number of Motors11
Motor Horsepower161 hp215 hp
Motor Torque230 Nm240 Nm
Battery Capacity51.87 kWh67.1 kWh
EV Range380 km434 km
Charging Rate (AC)6.6 kW11 kW
Charging Rate (DC)167 kW
V2L3.3 kW1.7 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveRear Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h9.5 seconds9.3 seconds
Top Speed170 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,306 mm4,515 mm
Width1,868 mm1,885 mm
Height1,654 mm1,655 mm
Wheelbase2,715 mm2,735 mm
Weight1,845 kg
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space500 litres430 litres
Front Tyre215/55R18225/50R18
Rear Tyre215/55R18235/50R18
Spare TyreTyre Repair KitN/A, Tyre Repair Kit
Factory TyresWanli Harmonic PlusLinglong Sport Master e
Chassis
AssemblyChina (CBU)Malaysia (CKD)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutsMacPherson Struts
Rear SuspensionTorsion BeamMulti-link
Front Wheels18" Alloys18" Alloys
Rear Wheels18" Alloys18" Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain AirbagsDriver 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 On Outer Two Rear SeatsAvailable on Outer Two Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorsLED Projector
TaillampsLED CombinationFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Front Foglamps
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsPowered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory & VentilationPower Adjustable Front Seats
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conSingle-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conRear AC VentsRear AC Vents
SunroofPanoramic Glass RoofPanoramic Glass Roof
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear
Interior LightingMap Lights and Ambient LightingMap Lights & Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun ShadeSunroof Shade
Audio12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 6-speaker Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up & DownFour Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch
Engine StartKeyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal)Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal)
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation (NFC Card)
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationRemote Control ActivationPowered Boot
Parking Sensor Front2 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear3 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, 360-degree Surround ViewYes, 360-degree Monitor
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimited150,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer6 years6 years
Warranty Notes8-year, Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Drive Battery8 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.

Vigo vs B10 FAQ

Is the Dongfeng Vigo or Leapmotor B10 better?

The Leapmotor B10 is the stronger long-distance choice with 434 km of range, a 67.1-kWh battery and 215 hp. Choose the Dongfeng Vigo for lower cost, a larger 500-litre boot, stated 167 kW DC charging and higher-output V2L.

What is the price difference?

The Leapmotor B10 costs RM9,912 more than the Dongfeng Vigo. Its annual road tax is also RM80 higher, at RM200 versus RM120.

Which has more luggage space?

The Dongfeng Vigo has the larger boot at 500 litres, compared with 430 litres in the Leapmotor B10. That is a 70-litre advantage for the Vigo.

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