LEAPMOTOR MARKS ONE YEAR IN THE UK WITH RECORD MONTH

• Leapmotor signs off its first 12 months since launching in the UK with 7,369 registrations and expanded UK line-up
• One of the fastest-growing new electric car brands achieved a 2.2% electric car market share year-to-date (YTD)
• March 2026 was the brand’s best-performing month ever in terms of registrations
• Leapmotor B10 second best-selling retail electric family crossover (BEV C-SUV), ahead of competitor models like the Kia EV5 and Škoda Elroq
• Leapmotor is proving popular with retail buyers, with more than double industry average electric car retail mix
• Its ‘value without compromise’ approach has proved popular with British retail buyers previously put off by the high cost of EVs
• Industry-leading ‘LEAP-GRANT’ offers an immediate saving of up to £3,750 on selected Leapmotor models*
• Continued growth expected with arrival of four new models over the course of 2026

Leapmotor is celebrating its first year in the UK, during which time it has established itself as a frontrunner in the rapidly expanding electric car market.

Since launching one year ago, the brand has registered 7,369 vehicles in the UK – exceeding the first 12 months of electric car registrations of other new Chinese entrant brands, including BYD and Omoda, during their first 12 months of UK registrations. Leapmotor registrations for March YTD stood at 3,096.

With its range of fully electrified vehicles that all feature the same ‘everything as standard’ single trim level philosophy, along with the highest levels of quality and the latest technology, Leapmotor has struck a chord with retail and fleet buyers otherwise concerned about the high cost of electric vehicles in the UK.

In March this year, the brand recorded its best total sales month yet, registering 1,891 vehicles and securing a 2.2% share of the electric car market for the month, outselling a host of established manufacturers for BEV sales in March, including Toyota and Nissan, according to official figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

Not only that, in the same month, Leapmotor was in the top 10 for retail electric sales, climbing further to third place for retail electric car sales among the new Chinese entrant brands. The Leapmotor B10 electric family SUV has proved a particular hit with private buyers, placing second overall in the category ahead of rivals such as the Škoda Enyaq, Kia EV5 and Ford Explorer. More than 60 per cent of Leapmotor’s UK BEV sales YTD are to private buyers – more than double the UK average retail electric car mix.

As part of its ‘value without compromise’ approach, Leapmotor also continues to offer its industry-leading LEAP-GRANT*, which it unveiled in July 2025 ahead of the UK Government’s own Electric Car Grant. Offering savings of up to £3,750 on selected new Leapmotor models, it has helped UK consumers make the switch to electric mobility.

Damien Dally, Leapmotor UK Managing Director, said: “We’re thrilled to be celebrating such a strong first year in the UK. Since launching in early 2025, we have outperformed many well-known brands on their debut, proving that consumers appreciate our transparent pricing policy and range of cars, showing they don't have to compromise on quality, technology, or style to access genuinely affordable electric mobility.

“With the backing of the world’s fourth-largest auto manufacturer, Stellantis, I’m even more excited about what’s to come over the next year. Our network of 70 retailers will grow to around 100, as will our ‘value without compromise’ model line-up. The innovative range-extending C10 Hybrid EV has just joined the range and will be accompanied by the B10 Hybrid EV in the coming months. Later this year, we will launch the B05, a family-focused hatch, and the B03X, a compact SUV.

“If there were any doubts about Leapmotor being a serious contender in the UK, consider them gone. We’ve started 2026 stronger than ever, but we’re only just getting started.”

A Fully Electrified Range

Since launching in the UK, Leapmotor’s range of fully electrified vehicles has expanded to a four-model line-up. All models feature the same generously equipped single trim philosophy, with all vehicles featuring an extensive standard equipment along with the highest levels of quality, the latest technology, and the most advanced driver’s aids.

In addition, every Leapmotor is backed by a comprehensive four-year warranty†, with the battery covered by a separate eight-year guarantee, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to peace of mind motoring.

Priced from as little as £14,495 OTR^, including the brand’s industry-first ‘LEAP-GRANT’* of £1,500, the award-winning T03 remains the most affordable five-door electric car on sale in the UK for retail customers. Featuring compact exterior dimensions, a spacious interior, and five door practicality, the T03 has up to 165 miles of range (WLTP).

The B10 is an electric C-segment SUV that combines a sleek design with a practical interior and advanced tech. Featuring a powerful 67.1kWh battery, it offers up to 270 miles of range (WLTP) and is priced, for retail customers, from only £29,995 with the £1,500 ‘LEAP-GRANT’* of £1,500 applied. It has been joined by the range extending B10 Hybrid EV (available in the UK in Summer 2026) priced at £31,495 OTR^, which delivers a smooth and refined all-electric driving experience but, thanks to an efficient on-board petrol generator, offers a combined range of 559 miles** (WLTP).

Finally, the C10 is a large family SUV that’s priced from as little as £32,750 for retail customers, including the £3,750 ‘LEAP GRANT’*. The comprehensively equipped C10 features a WLTP range of up to 263 miles and, like the B10, it has a 5-star Euro NCAP rating. The C10 is also available with Leapmotor’s innovative range-extending hybrid EV powertrain that offers a 602-mile range (WLTP) for £36,500 OTR^.

In 2026, the Leapmotor range will continue to expand with the arrival of two new fully electric models. Both the recently unveiled B05 family-focused hatch and the B03X compact segment SUV will follow the same clear and simple Leapmotor approach of offering a single, comprehensively specified trim level.

ENDS

*Available on qualifying vehicles. T&Cs apply. Full details available at leapmotor.net/uk/electriccargrant

**Provisional EURO 6e-bis data. Awaiting final UK homologated EURO 6d data

^“On the Road” (OTR) is the Manufacturer Recommended Retail Price including registration plates and delivery to retailer (including VAT), 12 months’ Vehicle Excise Duty and new vehicle registration fee of £55. Excludes fuel/ charging costs and insurance. All information and prices correct at time of publication but are subject to change at any time without prior notice (which may occur as a result of, but not limited to, any changes in legislation and/or any changes by the Government). 

† Leapmotor T03 is a 3-year Leapmotor warranty plus 1-year additional warranty cover. Terms and conditions apply.

Full T&Cs on OTR, WLTP range and Warranty are available at: https://www.leapmotor.net/uk

About Leapmotor International

Leapmotor International is a Stellantis-led joint venture with a 51/49 partnership between Stellantis N.V. and Leapmotor. Founded in 2015. Leapmotor is focused on redefining the electric vehicle (EV) landscape by leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovation. Leapmotor International was created to deliver these tech-centric, affordable electric mobility solutions to customers around the globe using Stellantis’ long-established and comprehensive sales and post-sales network, which provides the highest standards of quality and reliability. The company began its operations in Europe in September 2024 and in the UK in March 2025, where it currently has 70 retailers. Leapmotor has committed to increasing this figure to over 100 by the end of 2026. Leapmotor International’s product line-up includes the T03, an urban-focused A-segment EV, the recently launched B10, a C-segment SUV and the C10, a fully equipped, family-oriented D-segment SUV vehicle. Another two electric models (the recently unveiled B05, a C-segment hatch, and the B03X, a B-segment SUV) are planned before the end of 2026. www.leapmotor.net/uk.