Leapmotor Unveils B03 Electric Supermini Targeting £22,000 UK Price and 242-Mile Range
Leapmotor debuted the B03 battery-electric hatchback at the 2026 Paris Motor Show on October 12, featuring a 53 kWh LFP pack, 242 miles of range, and an early 2027 UK introduction.
- £22,000
- 53 kWh
- 242 miles
- 133 kW
What Happened
Leapmotor revealed the B03 subcompact electric hatchback at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, targeting European urban buyers with competitive pricing and flexible cabin space.
- £22,000
- 53 kWh
- 242 miles
A front-driven electric motor outputs 194 hp and 148 lb-ft of torque, propelling the 4,175mm-long vehicle from zero to 62 mph in 7.6 seconds alongside a 9.8-metre turning radius. The onboard 53 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery delivers 242 miles of WLTP range and replenishes from 10% to 80% state of charge in 21 minutes via 133 kW DC fast chargers.
Interior flexibility centers on LeapFlex upward-folding rear seat bottoms, a collapsible front passenger seat, a primary 405-litre trunk, and a secondary 90-litre underfloor compartment. The brand's international distribution arm, controlled through a 51/49 venture with Stellantis, plans UK dealership deliveries starting in early 2027.
Why this matters
The subcompact B03 constitutes Leapmotor and Stellantis' primary entry to contest affordable European urban EVs against the Renault 5. Utilizing Stellantis' established dealership channels allows rapid international scaling with low infrastructure overhead.
Terms in This Story
- LFP
- Lithium iron phosphate battery chemistry prized for lower production cost, structural thermal stability, and long cycle life.
- LeapFlex
- Leapmotor's interior seating configuration allowing rear lower cushions to pivot vertically to carry tall cargo items.
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