Verdict
The iCaur V23 costs RM132,780, RM3,780 more than the RM129,000 Leapmotor C10. Its 81.76-kWh battery, 430-km range, all-wheel drive and 104-kW DC charging suit buyers who prioritise traction and faster rapid charging. But the C10 is the more useful family SUV: it is 519 mm longer, has five seats and a 435-litre boot against the V23’s four seats and 234 litres. Both reach 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds, yet the C10 brings 215 hp and 320 Nm, plus more rear-seat convenience kit.
Pick the iCaur V23 if you want all-wheel drive, a 430-km range, 104-kW DC charging and 3.3-kW vehicle-to-load output in a shorter SUV.
Pick the Leapmotor C10 if five seats, a 435-litre boot, a 2,825-mm wheelbase and rear air vents matter more than all-wheel drive.
Key differences
- Price: iCaur V23 RM132,780; Leapmotor C10 RM129,000.
- Battery and range: iCaur V23 81.76 kWh and 430 km; Leapmotor C10 69.9 kWh and 420 km.
- Drive and output: iCaur V23 AWD, 208 hp and 292 Nm; Leapmotor C10 RWD, 215 hp and 320 Nm.
- Charging and V2L: iCaur V23 6.6-kW AC, 104-kW DC and 3.3-kW V2L; Leapmotor C10 11-kW AC, 84-kW DC and 1.7-kW V2L.
- Space: iCaur V23 has four seats and a 234-litre boot; Leapmotor C10 has five seats and a 435-litre boot.
- Size and speed: iCaur V23 is 4,220 mm long with a 140-km/h top speed; Leapmotor C10 is 4,739 mm long with a 170-km/h top speed.
V23
- 81.76-kWh battery and 430-km range.
- All-wheel drive with 104-kW DC charging.
- 3.3-kW V2L and seven-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty.
- Four seats and a 234-litre boot trail the C10’s five seats and 435 litres.
- 6.6-kW AC charging is lower than the C10’s 11 kW.
- No rear air vents, panoramic glass roof or 360-degree monitor.
C10
- Five seats, 435-litre boot and 2,825-mm wheelbase.
- 11-kW AC charging, dual-zone climate control and rear air vents.
- 215 hp, 320 Nm, 360-degree monitor and powered boot.
- 69.9-kWh battery and 420-km range fall short of the V23’s 81.76 kWh and 430 km.
- Rear-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
- 84-kW DC charging and 1.7-kW V2L are lower than the V23’s 104 kW and 3.3 kW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM132,780 | RM129,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM180✓ | RM200 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 208 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 292 Nm | 320 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 81.76 kWh✓ | 69.9 kWh |
| EV Range | 430 km✓ | 420 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 104 kW✓ | 84 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 1.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 170 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,220 mm | 4,739 mm |
| Width | 1,915 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,845 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | 1,820 kg | 1,980 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 234 litres | 435 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 245/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 245/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Radial RP76+ | Dunlop e-Sport Maxx |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on rear seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 14.6" Touchscreen with Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 12-speaker Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation (NFC Card) |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Active Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components | 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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V23 vs C10 FAQ
Is the iCaur V23 or Leapmotor C10 better?
The Leapmotor C10 is better for family use, with five seats, a 435-litre boot and a 2,825-mm wheelbase. Choose the iCaur V23 for all-wheel drive, 10 km more claimed range, faster 104-kW DC charging and stronger 3.3-kW V2L output.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur V23 costs RM3,780 more than the Leapmotor C10. That gap buys all-wheel drive, an 81.76-kWh battery instead of 69.9 kWh, 104-kW rather than 84-kW DC charging, and 3.3-kW V2L.
Which one is more practical for passengers and luggage?
The Leapmotor C10 is more practical. It has five seats instead of four, a 435-litre boot against 234 litres, 60:40 rear seat folding, rear air vents, rear USB ports and a panoramic glass roof.