Verdict
At RM118,800, the Leapmotor B10 costs RM820 less yet brings a 67.1 kWh battery, 434 km claimed range and a 215 hp/240 Nm rear motor. Its 2,735 mm wheelbase is also 10 mm longer, and it has rear air-con vents, a panoramic glass roof and a 360-degree monitor. The Mazda 3 Sedan answers with a 444-litre boot, 5.8 L/100 km rated economy and a 200 km/h top speed. Pick on usage: home or workplace charging makes the B10 the more highly equipped five-seat choice; petrol convenience and a slightly larger boot favour the Mazda.
Pick the Leapmotor B10 if you can charge regularly and want 434 km EV range, 215 hp and SUV practicality for RM820 less.
Pick the Mazda 3 Sedan if you want petrol refuelling, 5.8 L/100 km rated economy, a 444-litre boot and a 200 km/h top speed.
Key differences
- Price: Leapmotor B10 RM118,800; Mazda 3 Sedan RM119,620.
- Powertrain: B10 has a 215 hp/240 Nm electric motor; Mazda has a 118 hp/153 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine.
- Energy use: B10 has a 67.1 kWh battery and 434 km range; Mazda is rated at 5.8 L/100 km with a 51-litre tank.
- Dimensions: B10 is 4,515 mm long and 1,655 mm tall; Mazda is 4,660 mm long and 1,440 mm tall.
- Boot space: B10 has 430 litres; Mazda has 444 litres.
- Warranty: B10 has six years/150,000 km vehicle coverage; Mazda has five years/100,000 km coverage.
B10
- 215 hp and 240 Nm rear-mounted electric motor
- 434 km claimed range from a 67.1 kWh battery
- Panoramic glass roof, rear AC vents and 360-degree monitor
- RM200 annual road tax versus the Mazda's RM90
- 430-litre boot is 14 litres smaller
- 170 km/h top speed versus 200 km/h
3 Sedan
- 5.8 L/100 km rated petrol economy
- 444-litre boot and 200 km/h top speed
- Head-up display, front parking sensors and paddle shifts
- 118 hp and 153 Nm trail the B10's 215 hp and 240 Nm
- No rear air-con vents or panoramic glass roof
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter than the B10's six-year/150,000 km cover
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM118,800✓ | RM119,620 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 118 hp |
| Torque | — | 153 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 74.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 240 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 67.1 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 434 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| V2L | 1.7 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.3 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,515 mm | 4,660 mm |
| Width | 1,885 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,655 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,725 mm |
| Weight | 1,845 kg | 1,361 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres | 444 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 215/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 215/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Linglong Sport Master e | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far Side | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | — | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-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 | 1 Front, 2 USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 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 | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation (NFC Card) | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 7" TFT-LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Year/160,000 km BEV Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 5-year/100,000 km free service |
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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B10 vs 3 Sedan FAQ
Is the Leapmotor B10 or Mazda 3 Sedan better?
The B10 is the better choice for buyers able to charge regularly, with 434 km claimed range, 215 hp and more cabin equipment. The Mazda suits drivers who prefer petrol refuelling, a 444-litre boot and 5.8 L/100 km rated economy.
What is the price difference?
The Leapmotor B10 is RM820 cheaper than the Mazda 3 Sedan.
Which car has the bigger boot?
The Mazda 3 Sedan has the larger boot at 444 litres, compared with 430 litres in the Leapmotor B10. The difference is 14 litres.