Verdict
At RM129,000, the Leapmotor C10 costs RM1,888 less than the RM130,888 Suzuki Fronx yet is a D-segment SUV, measuring 4,739 mm long with a 435-litre boot. Its 215 hp, 320 Nm rear motor and 69.9 kWh battery bring a 420 km EV range, but home or public charging needs to suit your routine. The Fronx is the much shorter 3,995 mm B-segment choice, with a 37-litre petrol tank, 100 hp mild-hybrid powertrain and RM120 annual road tax. It is the easier proposition for buyers who cannot charge regularly.
Pick the Leapmotor C10 if you can charge an EV and want substantially more cabin footprint, a 435-litre boot and 215 hp for RM1,888 less.
Pick the Suzuki Fronx if petrol refuelling, RM120 annual road tax and a compact 3,995 mm body suit your daily use better.
Key differences
- Price: Leapmotor C10 RM129,000; Suzuki Fronx RM130,888.
- Size: Leapmotor C10 is 4,739 mm long with a 2,825 mm wheelbase; Suzuki Fronx is 3,995 mm long with a 2,520 mm wheelbase.
- Powertrain output: Leapmotor C10 has a 215 hp, 320 Nm electric motor; Suzuki Fronx has a 100 hp, 138 Nm 1,462 cc mild-hybrid petrol powertrain.
- Energy and range: Leapmotor C10 has a 69.9 kWh battery and 420 km EV range; Suzuki Fronx has a 37-litre petrol tank.
- Boot space: Leapmotor C10 offers 435 litres; Suzuki Fronx offers 308 litres.
- Annual road tax: Leapmotor C10 costs RM200; Suzuki Fronx costs RM120.
C10
- 215 hp and 320 Nm rear-wheel-drive electric motor
- 420 km EV range from a 69.9 kWh battery
- 435-litre boot, powered ventilated front seats and panoramic glass roof
- RM200 annual road tax versus the Fronx's RM120
- No head-up display, while the Fronx has one
- No ASEAN NCAP rating stated, against the Fronx's five stars
Fronx
- RM120 annual road tax
- Five-star ASEAN NCAP rating
- Head-up display and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 308-litre boot versus the C10's 435 litres
- 100 hp and 138 Nm versus the C10's 215 hp and 320 Nm
- Manual front seats and single-zone air-conditioning versus powered ventilated seats and dual-zone climate control
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM129,000✓ | RM130,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing and Mild-hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 100 hp |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| 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 | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6AT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| 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 | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,825 mm | 2,520 mm |
| Weight | 1,980 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 37 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 435 litres✓ | 308 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R20 | 215/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R20 | 215/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop e-Sport Maxx | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Indonesia (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far Side | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & 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 for two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| 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 | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 12-speaker Surround Sound System | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 6 Spekers |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Active Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Year/160,000 km BEV Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 5-year/100,000 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.
Used C10 & Fronx for sale
C10 vs Fronx FAQ
Is the Leapmotor C10 or Suzuki Fronx better?
The Leapmotor C10 is better for space, boot capacity and electric performance: it has 215 hp, 320 Nm and a 435-litre boot. The Suzuki Fronx is better if you need petrol refuelling, a smaller body and lower RM120 road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki Fronx costs RM1,888 more than the Leapmotor C10: RM130,888 versus RM129,000.
Which one is easier to live with without home charging?
The Suzuki Fronx is easier to run without home charging because it uses a 37-litre petrol tank. The Leapmotor C10 has a 69.9 kWh battery, 420 km EV range, 11 kW AC charging and 84 kW DC charging.