Following on from its introduction of the electric variant earlier this year, Leapmotor has added a range-extender hybrid version of its B10 small SUV to local showrooms. Previously only available as a purely electric model with a range of up to 510km, the new range-extender hybrid drivetrain combines a 1.5-litre petrol engine with a range-extender hybrid system powered by an 18.8kWh battery for a claimed total driving range of 900km. Pricing for the B10 range starts at $37,888 plus on-road costs.

Instead of a 160kW electric motor driving the front wheels, the Hybrid EV instead uses a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine to provide propulsion to the battery and like Nissan’s e-Power hybrid system, never directly drives the wheels. The total system output is 160kW and 240Nm, which is enough grunt for a claimed 0-100km/h time of 7.5 seconds.

Unlike an e-Power system, however, the B10 Hybrid EV also features a large 18.8 kWh LFP battery that provides up to 84km of electric driving range (WLTP). It can be charged at up to 46kW on DC power for a claimed 30-80 per cent charge time of 20 minutes, and combined, the B10 Hybrid EV is rated at just 0.9L/100km for combined fuel consumption if charged.

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According to Leapmotor, there are four adaptive energy modes: EV+, EV, Fuel and Power+, which allows drivers to optimise performance or efficiency depending on driving conditions.

Leapmotor is sweetening launch pricing for the new variant until September 30, giving the first 500 customers access to an exclusive offer that includes three years’ complimentary capped price servicing, premium paint at no additional cost, a 7kW wallbox charger, and a vehicle-to-load (V2L) cable with carry case.

2026 Leapmotor B10 pricing (excluding on-road costs):

Style Hybrid EV or EV$37,888
Design Hybrid EV or EV$40,888
Ioniq 5 N$115,000 (no change)
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Leapmotor B10 Design standard features:

  • 18-inch alloy wheels
  • Automatic LED headlights
  • Heated exterior mirrors
  • Panoramic glass roof with electric sunshade
  • Automatic climate control
  • Over-the-air updates
  • 8.8-inch driver’s display
  • 14.6-inch touchscreen with Qualcomm Snapdragon Chip and connected services
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Wireless phone charger
  • 360-camera
  • Integrated 360-degree dashcam
  • Rear parking sensors

B10 Design model adds to Style:

  • ‘TechnoLeather’ seat upholstery
  • 6-way electric driver’s seat
  • 4-way electric front passenger seat
  • Heated steering wheel and front seats
  • Ventilated front seats
  • LED rear light bar
  • Auto-folding mirrors
  • Rain-sensing wipers
  • Rear centre armrest
  • 12-speaker audio system
  • Power tailgate
  • Rear privacy glass
  • Multi-colour interior ambient lighting

The Leapmotor B10 Hybrid EV is now available to buy with local deliveries commencing soon.