Leapmotor EVs charge ahead at Brussels Motor Show
Leapmotor played a starring role at this week’s 101st Brussels Motor Show.
And the focus has been on the Chinese EV manufacturer’s innovative REEV (Range Extender Electric Vehicle) technology.
This gives users of its electric vehicle the choice of three charging modes — DC, AC and onboard fuel generator. A spokesperson explains: “This flexibility enables the use of electric power from the grid or onboard generated electric power thanks to the 1.5-litre petrol combustion engine.”
For example, its C10 REEV has 65kW DC fast charging, for a 215hp motor delivering 320Nm of torque. The C10 Range Extender version was announced at the show.
Leapmotor is pretty much new on the car scene, even though the technology-driven intelligent EV company founded by electrical engineer Zhu Jiangming headquartered in Hangzhou, China, was founded in 2015.
It only started sales in Europe on September 23, 2024, and has already established more than 400 sales points in 13 European markets. The company is aiming for 500 sales points in Europe by the end of 2025.
It has global ambitions.
Camera IconLeapmotor C10 at the Brussels Motor Show. Credit: Supplied
The spokesperson says the company plans to launch several new models over the next three years: “The journey began with the C10, a premium D-SUV, and the compact T03.
“The T03 is an A-segment urban-savvy car, providing access to electric mobility without compromising on content, comfort or performance.
“The C10 is a family centric D-SUV, incorporating the latest innovations from Leapmotor, such as the cell-to-chassis technology and a suite of life-easing technology and safety features, enabling the C10 to achieve a five-star E-NCAP rating.” (Cell-to-chassis integrates battery cells directly into a car’s chassis.)
The starting price in Belgium is the equivalent to about $62,000 and orders officially opened from January 10, 2025, with deliveries in Europe beginning in March 2025.
Camera IconLeapmotor T03 and C10 at the Brussels Motor Show. Credit: Supplied
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