Leapmotor C10 Hybrid

The C10 Hybrid EV is for the buyer who likes the C10 SUV but does not want to plan every long trip around chargers. It keeps the 4.73 metre body of the electric car and adds a 1.5 litre petrol engine and a 50 litre fuel tank to a 28.4 kWh battery. Leapmotor describes it as using range extender technology, designed to reduce range anxiety while keeping an electric driving feel.

Powertrain and running costs

Leapmotor quotes 221 hp and a 0 to 100 km/h time of 7.8 seconds. Electric consumption is given as 16.1 kWh per 100 km, fuel consumption as 1.7 litres per 100 km and CO2 as 38 g/km. The battery accepts DC fast charging, so a stop at a rapid charger can add electric driving between fuel stops.

Trims and comfort

The hybrid is sold in two trims, matching the electric C10. The lower trim has eco-leather seats, a six-way electric driver seat, dual-zone air conditioning, a panoramic sunroof with electric sunshade, a 14.6 inch 2.5K central screen, a 12 speaker sound system, a 360 degree camera, rear parking sensors and 18 inch alloys. The higher trim adds heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, ambient lighting, an electric tailgate, 20 inch alloys and rear privacy glass.

Cabin and technology

Hidden electric air vents can be adjusted by voice, touch or phone. The front seats recline fully, and the cabin has 26 storage spaces, cup holders and rear storage trays. An 8.8 inch dashboard shows speed, mileage, battery status and navigation, and the sound system has four listening modes with a customisable equaliser.

Safety and software

Leapmotor lists 17 driver-assistance functions, including a front camera, driver fatigue monitoring and a 360 degree camera. The car runs LEAP OS 4.0 with over-the-air updates, and the Leapmotor App works as a Bluetooth digital key with remote locking, climate control and charging schedules. The battery warranty is up to 8 years or 160,000 km.

Key facts

• Battery: 28.4 kWh
• Engine: 1.5 litre petrol, 50 litre fuel tank
• Power: 221 hp, 0 to 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds
• Fuel use: 1.7 litres per 100 km, 38 g/km CO2
• Length: 4.73 m
• Battery warranty: up to 8 years or 160,000 km