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Leapmotor C10 Design road test review for 2025

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Leapmotor C10 is available in two well-equipped variants—Style and Design—the Leapmotor C10 offers competitive pricing. Both models promise a blend of advanced technology, top-tier safety features, and elegant style, setting a new standard for value in the mid-size electric SUV segment.

Leapmotors C10 Design EV SUV driven for 2025

I recently drove a new model electric car. The Leapmotors C10. I have to admit I knew very little about this car before I had it for the week.

It’s one of many new entrants that have called Australia home over the last 12 months, the C10 has its own personality.

There are two models available, the C10 Style and the C10 Design which is the flagship model.

The design is quite conservative compared to any number of other EVs. It also hides how large the C10 is.

Inside its similar to any number of EVs. They all tend to look alike at times. But the Design, which I drove is definitely upmarket. It has Leather like upholstery, heated steering wheel and front seats, electric tailgate, tinted windows and multi interior ambient lighting.

One thing that really stands out is the amount of room there is inside. Front seats are comfortable. Rear seats have an abundance of leg room. It’s surprising really.

The C10 is powered by a 69.9kWh lithium-ion (LFP) battery that provides a realistic 400km of range. However, it’s a 400 volt architecture which means that its slow charging. Like the Kia EV5.

One thing that was annoying was the level 2 safety features that continuously beep, bing and bong at you. It is an effort to find the menu items that enable them to be turned off only for them to revert again each time.

However, it’s priced from a touch under $50,000 plus the usual costs and that’s excellent value.

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Some general thoughts on the Leapmotor C10 Design

What is good?

  • Value for money
  • Interior space
  • Smooth and quiet ride

What is not so good?

  • Constantly beeping, binging, and bonging
  • Intrusive safety features
  • Controls are in the screen menu

Buyers could also look at:

Buyers of the Leapmotors C10 could also look at the following: Kia EV5, DEEPAL SO7, XPENG G6, Suzuki e-Vitara

Final thoughts

What I like about the C10 Design is that it doesn’t replicate the design of many electric SUVs currently available. Its has a bit of character.

Its smooth and quiet to drive and comfortable inside.

There is also heaps of rear seat room which is a bonus.

However the user interface for almost all controls are buried in the central screen menu and that’s an issue. Also the constant alerts for somethings that i don’t even know what for are an annoyance and distraction. The intrusive safety features are enough for me to say no thanks.

Leapmotors C10 Design Details

Leapmotors C10

Model

C10 Design

Model Price $49,888  MLP*
Engine Single motor, rear wheels.
Drivetrain RWD and single gear
Battery Capacity / type 69.9 kWh / Lithium iron
Voltage / Capacity 399.4 kW / 210 ah
Power 160kW
Torque 320Nm
Range (WLTP) / ADR 420 km max / 390 real life
Economy / efficiency 16.2kWh/100km real life
Fast Charge* 30 Mins DC Fast charge 30-80% 150 kW charger
Home 10-amp charge TBC
Safety Five-star ANCAP – Oct 2024
CO2 Emissions Zero localised driving emissions
0-100kmh/Top Speed 7.5 secs / 170 km/h
Servicing 12 mth / 20,000 km
Warranty 7 yr/ 160,000km/ 8 year / 160,000 km high voltage battery
Roadside Assist 8 yr. conditional roadside assist

*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)

Overall Rating    

84/100

Behind the Wheel 8
Comfort 8
Equipment 9
Performance 8
Ride and Handling 8
Practicality 9
Fit for Purpose 9
Style / Appeal 8
Technology/connectivity 8
Value for Money 9

Dimensions

 
Overall Length 4739 mm
Wheelbase 2825 mm
Width 1900 mm
Height 1680 mm
Wheels 20 x 8.0 -inch Alloys
Tyres 245/45 R20
Max ground clearance 180 mm
Wading Depth N/A
Approach N/A
Rampover N/A
Departure angle N/A
Turning Circle KTK TBA
Boot Min 581 L
Boot Max 1410 L
Kerb Weight 1995 kg
Battery weight TBA
Payload (kg) 465 kg
GVM (kg) 2460 kg
GCM 3960 kg
Towing Capacity 1500 kg
Tow Ball rating 100 kg

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