(Updated on 4 November 2025 with Irish pricing and specs)
Introduction to the 2026 Leapmotor B10
There's a burgeoning number of new brands coming to the Irish market, many of which hail from China, which is arguably the global leader in electric vehicle adoption and development. Leapmotor is not only a new brand to Ireland, but it's a company that was only founded in 2015 and didn't sell its first vehicle until 2019.
Yet in those few short years, it has already sold more than one million cars and now - as part of the Stellantis group - it has arrived in Ireland.
The Leapmotor B10 is the third model to be introduced here, following hot on the heels of the T03 city car and C10 SUV. The B10 is a mid-sized SUV that's designed to be budget-friendly while still providing modern tech and a lot of space inside in a bid to compete against many models from more established brands, including the Hyundai Kona Electric, MINI Countryman Electric, Renault 4 E-Tech electric, Toyota C-HR+, Skoda Elroq and Volkswagen ID.4.
Pros & cons of the 2026 Leapmotor B10
Pros:
• Good balance of range and performance
• Spacious interior
• Lots of boot space
Cons:
• Generic styling
• Too reliant on touchscreen controls
• Overly sensitive driver assistance
Exterior & design of the 2026 Leapmotor B10
• Forgettable shape
• Clean surfaces
• 18-inch wheels as standard
There aren't many distinguishing features in the B10's design that make it stand out from the multitude of rivals. All the usual things are present, such as a light bar across the front with the main headlights tucked in below. Lower sections of the front bumper have a contrasting gloss black section that breaks up the design a bit, while there are cooling air intakes at the bottom.
Along the sides of the B10, there's more of an emphasis on keeping it aerodynamic with no major surfacing details and door handles that sit flush against the bodywork when locked. A tall glasshouse provides plenty of outward visibility and the window frames get a black surround.
It's another generic view at the rear and were it not for the Leapmotor word mark stretching across below the light panel, you could be looking at a car from any brand. Despite the small roof spoiler and upright rear window there's no wiper, somewhat surprisingly.
Dimensions of the 2026 Leapmotor B10
Length: 4,515mm
Width: 1,855mm
Height: 1,655mm
Wheelbase: 2,735mm
Paint colours for the 2026 Leapmotor B10
There is a choice of six colours for the Leapmotor B10: Starry Night Blue, Metallic Black, Galaxy Silver, Light White, Tundra Grey and Dawn Purple. The colour of the car shown here is Starry Night Blue and is one of the more interesting options in the colour palette, with the other standout hue being Dawn Purple. Metallic paint is included within the price until 31 March 2026.
Interior, practicality, tech & comfort of the 2026 Leapmotor B10
• Interior is screen-focused
• Could be more practical
• Decent boot space
If the exterior is a clue as to the minimalist design approach taken with the Leapmotor B10, then the interior won't surprise you as it's as simple as they come these days.
There are obvious nods to Tesla's approach in how there are almost no physical buttons inside; instead, virtually everything is controlled by the touchscreen.
There are two colour options for the interior, a light grey and a black, and both are fine, though the darker of the two is more practical.
A few brighter details such as the air vent surrounds and door handles lift the interior, and these don't feel too cheap to the touch either. ProMax models also get ambient lighting which isn't overdone.
Getting comfortable in the driver's seat
Getting in and out of the Leapmotor B10 is quite easy as the seat height is at a good level for most people. There is a reasonable amount of seat adjustment, which is done electrically on the top-spec 'Design' model. It is also possible to (manually) adjust the steering column for reach and rake.
The seats are comfortable and have decent amounts of side support. We only had the opportunity to try the 'ECO Leather' upholstery which is an artificial leather material. It doesn't look especially leather-like though, and despite being soft to the touch, it feels a little on the cheap side. Nonetheless, this upholstery is only on the Design model which also includes seat heating and ventilation for the front seats.
Once you've found your preferred driving position the view outward is quite good. The A-pillars aren't too thick, so there's less of a blind spot compared to some cars and you sit in a slightly raised position.
The multifunction controls on the steering wheel are simple and easy to reach with your thumbs and there are nicely textured rotary wheels on each side that are almost identical to what you get on a Tesla.
The outer section of these control areas has other functions including a programmable one that you can set up via the menu in the infotainment system.
Infotainment and technology
Almost every aspect of controlling the interior functions of the Leapmotor B10 is done via the 14.6-inch touchscreen. It fills up most of the space on the centre console and is easy to reach.
The 'LEAP OS 4.0' infotainment system is powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 chip meaning it has video game-like graphics and is very fast to react to inputs.
Frequently used functions such as ventilation and temperature settings are done by a section on the base of the display, but this is small relative to the overall screen size and simply isn't as good or as safe as using proper physical buttons.
The few buttons you will find are for functions such as the window controls and those on the steering wheel as mentioned above.
You don't get a head-up display option in the B10, but there is an 8.8-inch driver instrument screen. This has a long, thin landscape shape and shows vehicle information at the centre, with vehicle speed and charge remaining on the left.
A configurable portion can be set up to show navigation info, but this is on the small side compared to the large touchscreen. We also found that either side of the driver's instrument display can be obstructed by your hands when driving and turning the wheel. Positioning the vehicle speed more prominently in the centre of this screen would be better.
Elsewhere there's a wireless charging pad on the top of the centre console and further down there are USB charge ports.
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto will be available via a smartphone mirroring app in the infotainment system. That's not as slick as in some other systems but it's a workaround, and you can also connect to these via a cable.
Practicality around the cabin
For all the efforts to create a minimalist-looking cabin, there are only average amounts of practical storage inside the B10.
The largest is between the front seats, with an open area below the touchscreen and vents. One feature we do like is the cupholders, which are a chunky frame-like design that fold up out of the way when not in use. These feel quite solid, and they're not in the worst place, but some might find it a bit of a stretch to reach them, and when they're being used you do lose some of that open storage space.
You can put more items into an underarm bin in the centre console, but this is noticeably smaller than what you get in other cars. The door pockets will fit two small drinks bottles and there is a glovebox, though it's not especially big.
Rear-seat passenger space
One of the big positives of the Leapmotor B10 is the amount of rear passenger space available. Entry to and exit from the rear seats is easy thanks to large door apertures and the combination of a tallish roofline and low floor height.
Leapmotor claims to have the best-in-class headroom and the largest passenger space in the segment.
A completely flat floor across the rear is also welcome, as is the height of the front seats from the ground, so it's easy to stretch your feet out underneath them.
The backs of the front seats also contain pockets for small items, and the door bins are a functional size, even if access to them isn't the easiest.
There are air vents on the back of the centre console but not dedicated temperature control for the rear.
On that same stack is a pair of USB ports - both USB-A and USB-C - and a pop-out storage bin. As usual, the rear seat also has a fold-down central seatback that doubles up as an armrest with two cupholders built into it.
Fitting child seats to the Leapmotor B10
There are just two ISOFIX mounting points in the Leapmotor B10, located in the outer rear seats. As mentioned in the section above, access through the rear doors is reasonably good, so parents shouldn't find it too difficult when getting big and bulky child seats in and out of the back.
Boot space in the Leapmotor B10
Accessing the boot of the Leapmotor B10 for the first time might leave you stumped for a moment, as the electric tailgate is operated by a discreet button housed within the black light bar section.
Once you've figured that bit out, the tailgate lifts to reveal a useful 525 litres of space. The boot's aperture is a practical size and shape, so getting bulky items in, whether they be boxes or bikes, shouldn't pose much difficulty.
The B10 has a split-level floor that sits flush with the load level when in the upper position. Lifting this reveals a separate section that could be useful for charging cables and also contains the tyre inflation kit; the Leapmotor B10 doesn't come with a spare wheel. The floor panel can be placed into the lower setting to create one large area if needed.
There are some small bag hooks made into the boot's side mouldings and there's little in the way of rear wheel arch intrusion.
The rear seats have a 60:40 split and when these are folded forward, they form an almost even level with the boot floor if it is in the higher position. When the seats are folded the cargo capacity grows to 1,700 litres.
You do get a 'frunk' as well but accessing it isn't the easiest. First, you'll need to pull on the bonnet release and then lift and prop it up. Even then, you only get 25 litres of space in the form of an open plastic tray. Still, useful for holding charging cables.
Towing with the Leapmotor B10+
It is possible to tow with the Leapmotor B10, but the maximum weight is limited to 750kg whether the trailer has braking or not. Towing with cars in this segment isn't massively common, but it's worth noting that some alternatives do have higher towing capacities than the B10.
Safety in the Leapmotor B10
At the time of writing there has not been a Euro NCAP rating published for the Leapmotor B10. However, Leapmotor is expecting the B10 to score a maximum five-star safety rating with Euro NCAP, partly on account of its multiple driver and safety assistance systems.
All versions of the Leapmotor B10 come with seven airbags, consisting of driver and front passenger airbags, front side and centre airbags, while passengers in the rear are protected by side curtain airbags. The car is also designed to unlock all doors automatically after a collision so as not to hinder emergency services.
Leapmotor makes a big deal of how the B10 comes with 17 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and while these are of course welcome, they are becoming increasingly standard fare in all new cars. All versions of the B10 get these, so you don't have to choose any additional safety packs to get a safer car.
Aside from the usual automatic emergency braking system and the now-mandatory speed limit warnings, the B10's suite of ADAS includes adaptive cruise control, lane centring control and lane departure warning, blind-spot detection and driver attention warnings.
Performance of the 2026 Leapmotor B10
• Only one motor, which drives the rear wheels
• All versions get 218hp
• Suspension needs further refinement
Despite there being three versions of the Leapmotor B10, all use the same electric motor with identical performance, the only difference being the overall range figure.
Its peak outputs of 218hp and 240Nm provide adequate acceleration, enabling the B10 to reach 100km/h from a standing start in just under eight seconds.
Driving the Leapmotor B10 Design ProMax on the road in France - Dave Humphreys
The B10 is set up more with practicality and usability than outright driving dynamics in mind.
Leapmotor's single electric motor on the rear axle produces sufficient power for a car of its size and makes it feel all quite normal. It's refreshing to drive what is clearly a family-oriented car that doesn't have needlessly elevated levels of performance.
In urban settings it goes about its business without fuss although the exterior pedestrian warning sound that it emits at walking speed up to around 20 km/h is as audible inside the cabin as out - and sounds like some kind of depressed robot.
Pick-up from the motor is moderate in all but the 'Sport' mode, which makes it feel a bit snappier, though it hardly inspires you to go seeking out a more exciting driving route. Instead, it's better to leave the B10 in its regular driving mode and appreciate the smooth and linear power delivery.
It will get up to speed quickly and there's generally enough torque on hand to see off any quick overtakes without much hesitation.
It's also possible to alter the steering weighting via the car's menu function, but most people won't bother. Perhaps adjustment of the energy recuperation levels will be a more relevant option, though it is a pity that Leapmotor doesn't provide a way of doing this with steering wheel-mounted paddles like many of its competitors.
The ride quality is where the B10 could do with some improvement as it's a bit of a mixed bag. In some instances, it rides over speed bumps and larger surface imperfections with ease, doing a decent job of not disturbing those inside the car. Modest 18-inch wheels undoubtedly contribute to this.
But there are other times when the suspension feels busy with plenty of patter at low- to mid-range speeds. And yet, through some sharper direction changes, it doesn't feel as planted or surefooted as it ought to, especially given that electric cars of this type generally have a lower centre of gravity than an internal-combustion-engined equivalent.
The B10, at times, feels more top-heavy than its direct competitors and leans more in the bends - not enough to detract from the overall experience, but it's noticeable.
Range, battery, charging and running costs of the 2026 Leapmotor B10
• Maximum DC charge rate of 168kW
• 434 kilometres of range
• Uses LFP battery chemistry
There are two battery sizes available for the Leapmotor B10.
In both cases the B10 uses a cell-to-chassis design which means the battery is integrated into the body of the car, resulting in more interior space.
Leapmotor uses LFP chemistry for the B10's battery which is known for being more durable. All versions of the B10 also come with a heat pump as standard to help boost efficiency.
Battery options and official range
The smaller of the two battery packs offered in the B10 has a 56.2kWh capacity, allowing for a WLTP range of 361 kilometres. The larger battery uses cells from CATL with a 67.1kWh capacity. It results in a combined WLTP driving range of 434 kilometres.
Real-world range and efficiency of the Leapmotor B10
We only had the opportunity to drive the Leapmotor B10 that was equipped with the larger, 67.1kWh battery, though this is expected to be the more popular option.
Our driving was done in the area just north of Nice, where the ambient temperature was a beneficial 21 degrees, so we expect the efficiency to drop in the colder winter temperatures we typically experience in Ireland.
The driving route was quite a realistic one with a moderate amount of traffic and urban driving, and some inclines, though we didn't get the chance to see how it performed on the motorway.
The trip computer indicated an average energy consumption of 17.8kWh/100km, which is only slightly higher than the official figure, but as mentioned, our drive didn't allow for a full breadth of driving conditions so we'll wait until we get the car for a longer period of time in Ireland before declaring what a real-world range figure would be like.
Charging up the Leapmotor B10
Keeping in line with much of the segment there is 11kW AC charging in the Leapmotor B10, and with the size and composition of the battery, the company quotes a 30-to-80-per-cent charge time of three hours, which is useful if you're using an on-street charger.
That's not the usual 10-to-80-per-cent range that is quoted but is more representative of how people charge, says Leapmotor.
Using faster DC charging there are two rates. The 56.2kWh battery has a peak rate of 140kW, while the 67.1kWh battery has a peak rate of 168kW, and both will recharge from 10 to 80 per cent in around 26 minutes.
The Leapmotor B10 is capable of Vehicle-to-Load (V2L), and this function is available on both battery variants.
Servicing the Leapmotor B10
The servicing intervals for the Leapmotor B10 are set at every 20,000 kilometres or 12 months, whichever comes first.
Leapmotor B10 warranty
The Leapmotor B10 comes with a six-year/unlimited mileage warranty, which is currently one of the more generous warranty offerings on the market. Separately, the traction battery is covered by an eight-year/160,000-kilometre warranty.
Irish pricing & rivals to the 2026 Leapmotor B10
• Starts at €33,979 on the road
• One of the most affordable electric SUVs
• Almost everything is included as standard
There are only two specification grades for the Leapmotor B10, called Life and Design. The good news for buyers is that whichever version you choose, you get all of the main safety features as standard and it's only some extra convenience features that come with the Design trim.
The B10 slots in beneath the larger Leapmotor C10, which costs €38,995. A €33,979 starting price for the B10 means it compares well with many rivals, including the Kia EV3, Hyundai Kona Electric and the MGS5 EV.
Verdict - should you buy the 2026 Leapmotor B10?
The B10 may not dramatically outshine its rivals - it sits firmly mid-pack, with some competitors delivering slicker driving experiences or more rounded packages, and a little more polish in places would make it more persuasive overall.
Buyers are likely to prefer the larger capacity battery, and the price walk to move up to the 67.1kWh version isn't that big, making it a worthwhile investment in our opinion. The B10's generous interior space, ease of use and competitive pricing make it an appealing proposition for buyers who value practicality and affordability above badge prestige.
FAQs about the 2026 Leapmotor B10
Does the Leapmotor B10 have a 'frunk'?
Yes, there is a frunk in the Leapmotor B10, which holds 25 litres. It isn't the most convenient to use though, as to access it, you'll need to pull twice on a bonnet release in the footwell, lift up the bonnet (which doesn't have self-supporting struts) and put the support arm in place. Even then, the frunk space is quite small and has an awkward step in it meaning it's not the most useful of spaces. Also, there is no plastic cover around it, so all of the electrical gubbins are exposed.
Will there be other versions of the Leapmotor B10?
Following the same path as the Leapmotor C10, the B10 is due to get a range-extended-electric-vehicle (REEV) version during 2026. This model will use a petrol engine that runs exclusively to generate electricity to charge the battery, so it still drives using electric power with the combustion engine acting as an onboard generator only.
Is the Leapmotor all-wheel drive?
No, the Leapmotor B10 is a rear-wheel-drive car only. This setup is likely to continue for the B10 REEV when that arrives in 2026. Leapmotor has said that it would be technically possible to create an all-wheel-drive B10 but demand for such a setup in this segment is low.
Are Leapmotors reliable?
Leapmotor is a very young brand, not only in Ireland but globally, having only begun selling cars in 2019 and arriving in Europe in 2025. As yet there is no firm data to indicate how dependable its models are compared to other more-established brands.
Does the Leapmotor B10 qualify for the SEAI grant?
Even though pricing for the Leapmotor has not yet been confirmed, it is most likely that it will qualify for the SEAI grant.
Has the Leapmotor B10 been assessed for safety?
The Leapmotor B10 is in the process of being assessed by Euro NCAP, but as yet the results have not been published. Leapmotor expects the B10 to achieve a five-star rating on account of its broad range of driver and safety assistance systems.
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