Leapmotor T03: pricing, specification and range

Leapmotor International, the joint venture between Stellantis and Chinese manufacturer Leapmotor, has revealed details about the all-electric T03, which will be priced from £15,995.

The T03 is equipped with a 37.3kWh battery which offers up to 165 miles of range, WLTP combined, and up to 245 miles range in urban cycle.

The system is managed by an intelligent battery management system which utilises cloud technology to monitor the state of the battery in real-time and to guarantee that it always operates within an optimal temperature range.

Specifically, the electric motor develops a maximum power of 70kW (95hp) and a maximum torque of 158Nm.

The model offers three driving modes, each of which has been designed to adapt to various driving conditions and driver preferences.

Eco mode optimises regenerative braking and provides smoother power response, which is ideal for maximising efficiency.

Sports mode offers faster power response, with moderate regenerative braking, while Standard mode offers a balance between the two, with its softer regenerative braking allowing the vehicle to move slowly after the accelerator is released.

The vehicle also features a front MacPherson suspension and a rear roll and torsion bar in one combined system. This ensures balanced weight between the axles (close to the ideal ratio of 1:1) and provides stable and comfortable driving both in urban use and on longer journeys.

The model also sports a highly efficient braking system which includes an electric parking brake and front and rear ventilated braking discs to improve heat dissipation.

Additionally, the regenerative braking system converts kinetic electrical energy during braking and stores it in the battery for later use.

The T03 is compatible with Type 2 and CCS2 charging connectors and includes an onboard charger of 6.6kW and a maximum DC charging power of 48kW.

The home charging time from 30% to 80% is around 3.5 hours, while utilising a DC charging station for the same time requires just 36 minutes.

It comes with five doors, a panoramic sunroof with an electric sunshade contributes to creating a bright and fresh environment and 15” aluminium alloy wheels with petal-shaped spokes complete the exterior.

Inside, there is an eight-inch LCD instrument cluster which interacts with the 10.1-inch central touchscreen.

Furthermore, the multifunction steering wheel equipped with ADAS, Bluetooth, and voice-control buttons.

The ADAS system features advanced functionalities like Lane Departure Warning (LDW), which warns the driver if he or she leaves the lane, and Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA), which provides light steering correction.

The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) automatically adjusts speed based on the preceding vehicle, while the Forward Collision Warning (FCW) and the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) intervene if there is any imminent danger.

The system also includes intelligent speed assistance, which recognises speed-limit signs and displays them on the instrument cluster.

Furthermore, T03 is equipped with other advanced functions like driver drowsiness warning, which uses facial recognition cameras to monitor driver fatigue, and Blind Spot Detection (BSD), which alerts drivers of vehicles in their blind spots.

Lastly, the vehicle also includes Door Opening Warning (DOW), which warns the driver and passengers of approaching traffic when a door is about to be opened, preventing potential accidents.

The T03 is available in a single fully equipped version, simplifying the purchase experience. The only choice is the colour and it comes in three body colours - Light White, Starry Silver, and Glacier Blue.

The other main amenities offered as standard include a panoramic sunroof with an electric power shade, a rear camera with parking sensors, and automatic air conditioning.

The multifunction steering wheel comes in synthetic leather and T03 is equipped with an electric parking brake and a keyless start system.

The front and rear windows are electric, and the rearview door mirrors are electrically adjustable and heated.

Leveraging the Stellantis distribution channels, sales points for Leapmotor vehicles in Europe will be increased to 500 by 2026, from 200 at the end of 2024.