Verdict
At RM129,000, the Leapmotor C10 undercuts the RM129,900 MG HS by RM900 while bringing EV running, a 69.9-kWh battery and 420 km of range. Its 215 PS/320 Nm rear motor, 2,825-mm wheelbase and 20-inch wheels make it the larger, more highly specified SUV, with adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. The MG counters with a 463-litre boot, 28 litres more than the C10, plus a space-saver spare. Choose petrol only if its 55-litre tank and conventional 1.5-litre turbo suit your routine better.
Pick the Leapmotor C10 if you can charge regularly and want 420 km of EV range, 215 PS and substantially more driver-assistance kit for RM900 less.
Pick the MG HS if you need the larger 463-litre boot, a space-saver spare and petrol refuelling from a 55-litre tank.
Key differences
- Price: Leapmotor C10 RM129,000; MG HS RM129,900.
- Powertrain: C10 has a 215 PS/320 Nm electric motor; HS has a 160 hp/250 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Range/fuel storage: C10 has 420 km EV range from a 69.9-kWh battery; HS has a 55-litre petrol tank.
- Length/wheelbase: C10 measures 4,739 mm/2,825 mm; HS measures 4,574 mm/2,720 mm.
- Boot space: C10 has 435 litres; HS has 463 litres.
- Safety assistance: C10 has autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist; HS has neither.
C10
- 420 km EV range from a 69.9-kWh battery
- 215 PS and 320 Nm with rear-wheel drive
- Adaptive cruise control, 360-degree monitor and seven airbags
- 435-litre boot is 28 litres smaller than the MG HS
- Tyre repair kit instead of the MG HS's space-saver spare
- RM200 annual road tax versus RM120
HS
- 463-litre boot and space-saver spare
- 55-litre petrol tank for quick refuelling
- Unlimited-mileage five-year vehicle warranty
- 160 hp and 250 Nm trail the C10's 215 PS and 320 Nm
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or blind-spot information system
- Smaller 4,574-mm body and 2,720-mm wheelbase
What the C10 has over the HS
What the HS has over the C10
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The C10's wheelbase is 105 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM129,000✓ | RM129,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200 | RM120✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,315/mo✓ | RM1,325/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,602✓ | RM3,657 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,479 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM7.39 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM26,403 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 6.4 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 60 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,490 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 160 hp at 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | — | 250 Nm at 4,400 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 74 mm × 86.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 320 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 69.9 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 420 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 84 kW | — |
| V2L | 1.7 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Dry) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7-speed, Twin-clutch Transmission |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,739 mm | 4,574 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,876 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,664 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,825 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | 1,980 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 435 litres | 463 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R20 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R20 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop e-Sport Maxx | Maxxis Bravo HPM5 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 24 inch | 24 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 16 inch | 17 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | — | 10 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far Side) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| 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 | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 4 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 12-speaker Surround Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation (NFC Card) | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Active Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Year/160,000 km BEV Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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C10 vs HS FAQ
Is the Leapmotor C10 or MG HS better?
The Leapmotor C10 is the stronger choice for regular charging: it is RM900 cheaper, has 420 km of EV range, more power and more safety assistance. The MG HS is better only for buyers who need petrol refuelling, a 463-litre boot and a space-saver spare.
What is the price difference?
The Leapmotor C10 costs RM129,000 and the MG HS costs RM129,900, so the C10 is RM900 cheaper.
Which has more boot space?
The MG HS has the larger boot at 463 litres, compared with 435 litres in the Leapmotor C10. That is a 28-litre advantage, and the MG also carries a space-saver spare while the C10 uses a tyre repair kit.
How long does charging take?
The C10's 69.9 kWh battery takes about 6.4 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 60 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 84 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The C10 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the HS is fully imported (CBU) from Thailand. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
Which has the better warranty?
The C10 carries a 6-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the HS. C10: 8 Year/160,000 km BEV Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty. HS: 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain.