Leapmotor B10 Hybrid EV priced from £31,495: a new family SUV with a genuinely useful long-range twist
Leapmotor has confirmed that the new B10 Hybrid EV will start at £31,495 on the road when order books open in summer 2026. That matters because this is not a conventional hybrid pitched as a compromise. Instead, it is a family SUV that keeps electric drive at the centre of the experience, while using a petrol engine purely as a generator to extend range when the battery runs low.
For UK buyers who like the idea of EV smoothness but still worry about charging convenience on longer trips, that could make the B10 one of the more interesting new arrivals of the year.
What exactly is the Leapmotor B10 Hybrid EV?
The B10 Hybrid EV is a C-segment SUV and the second range-extending model in Leapmotor’s UK line-up. In simple terms, the wheels are driven by an electric motor, while a 1.5-litre petrol engine sits in the background generating electricity for the battery when needed.
That makes it different from a lot of traditional hybrids, where the engine often plays a direct role in driving the wheels. Leapmotor’s pitch is that the B10 should still feel like an EV in normal use, just without the same anxiety about finding a charger on every longer journey.
According to Leapmotor UK, the B10 Hybrid EV uses an 18.8kWh battery, offers up to 50 miles of WLTP electric range, and has a total combined range of up to 559 miles when you factor in petrol power as well.
Price, performance and the headline numbers
The key headline is the price. At £31,495 OTR, the B10 Hybrid EV lands right in the middle of the family-SUV market, but with a drivetrain that looks a bit more adventurous than the usual plug-in or self-charging alternatives.
Leapmotor says the B10 Hybrid EV produces 218hp, manages 0-62mph in 7.5 seconds, and tops out at 106mph. The rear-mounted electric motor is paired with a 50kW generator, while DC rapid charging can take the battery from 30 to 80 percent in 20 minutes.
Those are promising figures on paper, especially if the car delivers the calm, low-speed smoothness many buyers like in EVs while also making motorway runs less of a planning exercise.
What do you get as standard?
This is where Leapmotor is trying hard to stand out. The UK car comes in a single, heavily equipped trim, and the standard kit list is much stronger than many buyers would expect at this price.
Leapmotor says every B10 Hybrid EV gets:
- a panoramic sunroof
- heated and ventilated front seats
- heated steering wheel
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- 360-degree surround-view camera
- a 12-speaker audio system
- a 14.6-inch central touchscreen
- an 8.8-inch driver display
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- wireless phone charging
- 17 driver-assistance systems
Practicality also looks competitive. Leapmotor quotes 430 litres of boot space, rising to 1,700 litres with the rear seats folded, plus 22 cabin storage areas.
Why this new car could matter
The really interesting part is not the badge, but the timing. Plenty of UK buyers still like the idea of electric driving, yet remain unconvinced that a full EV fits their routine. Some are worried about charging away from home. Others simply do not want a car that feels like a compromise on longer family journeys.
That is where a range-extender can make more sense than a traditional hybrid marketing pitch. If Leapmotor can deliver an EV-like driving experience, competitive running costs and a decent real-world cabin for the money, the B10 Hybrid EV could land in a sweet spot that a lot of mainstream brands are still circling around.
The other factor is value. Leapmotor has been aggressive on equipment and pricing so far, and this car continues that theme. A well-specced family SUV with this much standard kit, a long official range figure and a fresh powertrain idea will inevitably attract attention, especially if early reviews suggest the ride and software are up to scratch.
The questions UK buyers should still ask
There are still some obvious unknowns. Real-world economy, refinement when the petrol generator is working hard, long-term dealer support and resale values will all matter. Leapmotor says the B10 Hybrid EV will be sold through 70 UK retailers, which helps, but buyers will still want reassurance that the ownership experience matches the spec sheet.
It is also worth remembering that some figures are still provisional pending final UK homologation. So while the headline numbers are strong, the final real-world picture will only become clearer once UK test drives and independent reviews arrive.
Verdict
On paper, the Leapmotor B10 Hybrid EV looks like one of the more genuinely interesting new family cars headed to the UK in 2026. It is priced keenly, comes loaded with equipment, and offers a drivetrain concept that could appeal to drivers who want electric smoothness without committing fully to a charging-dependent lifestyle.
If Leapmotor gets the driving experience, software and aftersales support right, this could be far more than just another new badge chasing attention.
For now, it is a car worth watching closely.
Source: Leapmotor UK / Stellantis Media
