Leapmotor Unveils the New C-hatchback B05. The Next Level of Sporty Electric Mobility

Leapmotor is hosting its International Media Drive event in Germany, welcoming leading European automotive journalists to experience the all-new Leapmotor C-hatchback B05 EV.

The event takes place in the Rheingau region, an area renowned for its historic small cities, panoramic views and vineyards over the Rhine Valley.

The drive alternates seamlessly between open riverside landscapes, flowing hill roads with elevation changes and passages through traditional villages, creating a progressive and engaging rhythm. This varied environment enhances both sides of the Leapmotor B05’s personality: its sportive character, expressed through dynamic handling and responsiveness on winding sections, and its refined comfort, delivering smooth, relaxed cruising along the river and through the countryside.

This unique setting provides the ideal backdrop to experience the Leapmotor B05 BEV as a well-balanced electric vehicle, the brand’s first sporty electric vehicle is designed to combine dynamic performance, advanced technology, and refined comfort. With its expressive design and driver-focused features, the B05 marks a new step in Leapmotor’s evolution, bringing a fresh and distinctive proposition to the European EV market.

The list price of Leapmotor B05 BEV is starting from 26,900€, offering a competitive balance of performance, technology and value.
 

A new vision of sporty electric mobility
With the B05, Leapmotor expands its portfolio with a model conceived for customers seeking individuality and driving enjoyment. The vehicle embodies a new positioning for the brand: “Sporty Elegance, Everyday Thrill” - a combination of performance, design and usability that sets a new benchmark in its segment.

The Leapmotor B05 is built around three core pillars: sporty driving enjoyment, smart technology and extended electric freedom, safety and refined onboard comfort.
 

Bold design with a strong personality
The B05 features a wide-body coupe-inspired silhouette with class-leading proportions, including a 1,880 mm shoulder width, delivering a strong road presence and enhanced stability. Its clean, sculpted lines are complemented by distinctive design elements such as frameless doors and hidden handles, blade-style lighting signature, 19-inch aerodynamic alloy wheels and a drag coefficient of just 0.26, supporting efficiency and performance.

Inside, the Leapmotor B05 offers a refined cabin designed around comfort and usability. High-quality materials, including eco-leather upholstery compliant with OEKO-TEX standards, combine with thoughtful features such as a panoramic skylight, heated seats, and intelligent storage solutions to enhance everyday convenience.
 

Performance and driving dynamics engineered for Europe
Co-developed with Stellantis’ global chassis team, the Leapmotor B05 has been specifically tuned to meet European driving expectations. It delivers a balanced mix of comfort and responsive handling, supported by rear-wheel-drive architecture, 50:50 weight distribution and McPherson front and multi-link rear suspension.

The electric powertrain produces up to 218 hp (160 kW) and 240 Nm of torque, enabling acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds, further enhanced by a dedicated launch Control mode.
 

Advanced battery technology and fast charging
The B05 adopts an innovative Cell-to-Chassis (CTC) architecture, integrating the battery directly into the vehicle structure. This solution improves energy efficiency, reduces weight, and increases interior space, while enhancing structural rigidity.

The model is available with two battery options: the 56.2 kWh with up to 401 km WLTP range and the 67.1 kWh with up to 482 km WLTP range.

Fast-charging capability allows the battery to charge from 30% to 80% in about 17 minutes, ensuring convenience for daily use and long-distance travel.
 

Smart technology and seamless connectivity
At the heart of the B05’s digital experience is a dual-screen cockpit, featuring a 14.6-inch infotainment display and an 8.8-inch digital cluster, powered by Leapmotor’s latest operating system.

The integrated Leapmotor App enables remote access to key vehicle functions, including climate control, charging scheduling, vehicle status monitoring and digital key functionality, ensuring a fully connected and intuitive user experience.
 

Comprehensive safety as a priority
The Leapmotor B05 is engineered to deliver high levels of safety, combining robust structural design with advanced driver assistance technologies. The model is equipped with 21 ADAS functions supported by 14 sensors and cameras, a 7-airbag system for full-cabin protection, a high-strength body structure with 34,500 Nm/° torsional stiffness. These features are designed to provide both proactive and passive protection, supporting driver confidence in all conditions.
 

A targeted, design-driven audience
Designed for a new generation of urban drivers, the Leapmotor B05 speaks to dynamic, modern customers - young, trend-conscious individuals who value design, connectivity and driving enjoyment. it appeals to those seeking a stylish, tech-driven and expressive electric vehicle that fits seamlessly into their lifestyle. It is a confident, expressive choice for those who want to feel something more, every day. Behind the wheel, instant response and smooth handling deliver genuine driving pleasure, perfectly balanced with comfort and simplicity for everyday use.
 

Leapmotor B05: ‘The Next Level’ Communication campaign
In a market where electric mobility often focuses on efficiency and rational benefits, the Leapmotor C-hatchback B05 takes a different approach to electric mobility, bringing emotion, design and driving pleasure back at the center of the experience.

The Leapmotor B05 combines bold design, intuitive technology and effortless performance to create a car that is as exciting as it is easy to live with.

It’s a confident, expressive choice for those customers who want to feel something more, every day. Behind the wheel, instant response and smooth handling deliver genuine driving pleasure, perfectly balanced with the comfort and simplicity of everyday use. The Leapmotor B05 is built on a simple belief: everyday driving should never feel ordinary.

It is this philosophy that drives the communication campaign, introducing a next level of electric mobility. With the B05, Leapmotor elevates every element to the next level, combining bold design, intuitive technology and effortless performance to create a car that is as exciting as it is easy to live with.

Because with the B05, excitement isn’t reserved for special moments.
It’s the next level you unlock, every day.
 

A strategic step in Leapmotor’s global growth
As Leapmotor continues its international expansion together with Stellantis, the B05 represents a key addition to the brand’s portfolio, reinforcing its ambition to deliver accessible yet innovative electric mobility across global markets.

For further information, please contact:
Luigia VAILATI +39 347 3360263
luigia.vailati@stellantis.com
www.stellantis.com