Verdict
At RM107,800, the Leapmotor B10 is RM120 cheaper than the RM107,920 Mazda CX-3, yet it is a C-segment EV against a B-segment petrol SUV. Its 56.2-kWh battery delivers a stated 361 km, and its 430-litre boot beats 350 litres. The CX-3 counters with a 1,301-kg kerb weight, 48-litre fuel tank and RM120 annual road tax versus 1,780 kg, no fuel tank and RM200 for the B10. For home or workplace charging, the B10 is the larger, more fully assisted choice; the CX-3 suits buyers wanting petrol and a smaller footprint.
Pick the Leapmotor B10 if you can charge regularly and want a 361-km EV with a 430-litre boot, 215 hp and autonomous braking.
Pick the Mazda CX-3 if you prefer a petrol SUV with a 48-litre tank, lower RM120 road tax and a much lighter 1,301-kg kerb weight.
Key differences
- Price: Leapmotor B10 RM107,800; Mazda CX-3 RM107,920.
- Powertrain: B10 has a 215-hp, 240-Nm electric motor and 56.2-kWh battery; CX-3 has a 114-hp, 149-Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine.
- Size: B10 measures 4,515 mm long with a 2,735-mm wheelbase; CX-3 is 4,275 mm long with a 2,570-mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: B10 430 litres; CX-3 350 litres.
- Driver assistance: B10 has autonomous braking and steering-correction lane keeping; CX-3 has neither.
- Warranty: B10 6 years/150,000 km plus 8 years/160,000 km for the BEV and battery; CX-3 5 years/100,000 km free service.
B10
- 215-hp and 240-Nm rear electric motor
- 361-km stated range and 11-kW AC charging
- 430-litre boot, panoramic glass roof and rear air-con vents
- At 1,780 kg, it is 479 kg heavier than the CX-3.
- Manual front-seat adjustment, where the CX-3 gets a power driver’s seat with memory.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the CX-3’s space-saver spare.
CX-3
- 1,301-kg kerb weight and RM120 annual road tax
- Power-adjustable driver’s seat with memory and head-up display
- 48-litre fuel tank and space-saver spare tyre
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or lane-keeping assist.
- 350-litre boot is 80 litres smaller than the B10’s.
- Halogen reflector headlamps and manual air-con, without rear air-con vents.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM107,800✓ | RM107,920 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 114 hp |
| Torque | — | 149 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 | 56.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 361 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| V2L | 1.7 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | SkyActiv-Drive with Sport mode |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.3 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,515 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,885 mm | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,655 mm | 1,535 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,570 mm |
| Weight | 1,780 kg | 1,301 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 48 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres✓ | 350 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 215/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 215/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Linglong Sport Master e | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 4 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far Side | Driver and Passenger |
| 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 | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual air-con |
| 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 |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | 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 | 8.0" Touchscreen MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Opening | — |
| 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 |
| 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 CX-3 FAQ
Is the Leapmotor B10 or Mazda CX-3 better?
The B10 is the better fit for buyers with regular charging, delivering 361 km of stated EV range, a larger 430-litre boot and autonomous braking. Choose the CX-3 for petrol refuelling, lower road tax and a lighter SUV.
What is the price difference?
The Leapmotor B10 costs RM107,800 and the Mazda CX-3 costs RM107,920, so the B10 is RM120 cheaper.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Leapmotor B10 has a 430-litre boot, 80 litres more than the Mazda CX-3’s 350 litres. Both have five seats and 60:40 split-folding rear seats.