Car Buyer's Guide

Leapmotor B10 Life vs Design

Leapmotor B10 Life

Leapmotor B10 Life

Leapmotor B10 Design

Leapmotor B10 Design

Verdict

The RM11,000 gap buys a 67.1 kWh battery rather than 56.2 kWh, lifting quoted EV range from 361 km to 434 km – a useful 73 km margin for Malaysian intercity use. Both keep the same 215 hp, 240 Nm rear motor and 9.3-second 0-100 km/h time, so the pricier Leapmotor B10 is not quicker. Its case rests on range and day-to-day kit: power front seats, dual-zone climate control, ambient lighting, auto wipers, folding mirrors and a powered boot. The lower-priced car is 65 kg lighter and leaves more cash in hand.

Life

Pick the Leapmotor B10 if 361 km of quoted range covers your routine and you would rather save RM11,000 than pay for comfort and convenience equipment.

Design

Pick the Leapmotor B10 if the 434 km quoted range, power front seats and powered boot justify the RM11,000 step up for your regular journeys.

Key differences

  • Price: RM107,800 vs RM118,800
  • Battery capacity: 56.2 kWh vs 67.1 kWh
  • Quoted EV range: 361 km vs 434 km
  • Weight: 1,780 kg vs 1,845 kg
  • Front seats: manual adjustment vs power adjustment
  • Boot operation: remote-control opening vs powered boot

Life

  • RM11,000 lower purchase price
  • 65 kg lighter at 1,780 kg
  • Same 215 hp and 240 Nm motor output
  • Shorter 361 km quoted range, versus 434 km
  • Manual front-seat adjustment
  • No auto wipers, power-folding mirrors or powered boot

Design

  • 67.1 kWh battery and 434 km quoted range
  • Power-adjustable front seats and dual-zone climate control
  • Auto wipers, ambient lighting, folding mirrors and powered boot
  • RM11,000 higher purchase price
  • 65 kg heavier at 1,845 kg
  • No gain in motor output or 0-100 km/h time
Price & overview
PriceRM107,800RM118,800
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM200RM200
Powertrain
Engine Tech400V architecture400V architecture
FuelElectricElectric
Number of Motors11
Motor Horsepower215 hp215 hp
Motor Torque240 Nm240 Nm
Battery Capacity56.2 kWh67.1 kWh
EV Range361 km434 km
Charging Rate (AC)11 kW11 kW
V2L1.7 kW1.7 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
DrivelineRear Wheel DriveRear Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h9.3 seconds9.3 seconds
Top Speed170 km/h170 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,515 mm4,515 mm
Width1,885 mm1,885 mm
Height1,655 mm1,655 mm
Wheelbase2,735 mm2,735 mm
Weight1,780 kg1,845 kg
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space430 litres430 litres
Front Tyre225/50R18225/50R18
Rear Tyre235/50R18235/50R18
Spare TyreN/A, Tyre Repair KitN/A, Tyre Repair Kit
Factory TyresLinglong Sport Master eLinglong Sport Master e
Chassis
AssemblyChina (CBU)China (CBU)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutsMacPherson Struts
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels18" Alloys18" Alloys
Rear Wheels18" Alloys18" Alloys
SteeringRack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far SideDriver 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 ProjectorLED Projector
TaillampsFull LEDFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Front Foglamps
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsManual Adjustable Front SeatsPower 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, 2 USB Rear1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear
Interior LightingMap LightsMap Lights & Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun ShadeSunroof ShadeSunroof Shade
Audio14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 6-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 & Down with Anti-pinchFour Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch
Engine StartKeyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal)Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal)
LocksKeyless Operation (NFC Card)Keyless Operation (NFC Card)
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationRemote Control OpeningPowered Boot
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, 360-degree MonitorYes, 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 Manufacturer6 years6 years
Warranty Notes8 Year/160,000 km BEV Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty8 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.

Life vs Design FAQ

Is the Leapmotor B10 or Leapmotor B10 better?

The 67.1 kWh Leapmotor B10 is better for drivers who need the 434 km quoted range and extra convenience kit. The 56.2 kWh version is the sharper value choice if 361 km is sufficient.

What is the price difference?

The price difference is RM11,000. That buys 10.9 kWh more battery capacity, 73 km more quoted range, power front seats, dual-zone climate control, auto wipers, folding mirrors and a powered boot.

Do the two Leapmotor B10 versions have different performance?

No. Both use one rear-mounted motor producing 215 hp and 240 Nm, reach 100 km/h in 9.3 seconds and have a 170 km/h top speed. The pricier version is heavier, at 1,845 kg versus 1,780 kg.

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