Leapmotor C10 BEV 69.9kWh

Electric car · 420km WLTP · €36,995 Ireland · €3,500 SEAI grant

Leapmotor

C10 BEV 69.9kWh

Electric car · M1 · Updated 2026-03

Leapmotor's mid-size family SUV — Stellantis-backed distribution in Ireland, 420km WLTP, 6-year warranty and sub-€30k net after grants. Strong value rival to the MG ZS EV and BYD Atto 3.

Leapmotor C10 BEV 69.9kWh — electric car Ireland 2026
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€30,905 After SEAI + VRT grants
420km WLTP ~333km real-world
420WLTP range km70kWh battery
333Real range kmIrish conditions est.
80Max DC kWFast charging
7.8s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€30,905Net priceAfter grants
€120Motor tax/yrLowest BEV band

⚙️ Technical specifications

Battery capacity70 kWh
WLTP range420 km
Real-world range (Ireland)~333 km
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)7.8s
Top speed170 km/h
Torque320 Nm
DrivetrainFWD
Max DC charge rate80 kW
Max AC charge rate11 kW
ConnectorsCCS · Type 2
Boot capacity435 L
Seats5
Dimensions
Length4,739 mm
Width1,900 mm
Height1,680 mm
Battery warranty6 years / 150,000 km
CO₂ emissions0 g/km
🏁 WLTP range420km
🇮🇪 Real-world (Irish)~333km

Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.

Leapmotor highlights

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Stellantis partnership
Leapmotor International — Stellantis distributes Leapmotor outside China
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Competitive pricing
Chinese value proposition with European distribution and service
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Cell-to-chassis technology
Battery integrated directly into vehicle structure for rigidity and efficiency

💰 Irish pricing & incentives

List price (inc. 23% VAT)€36,995
SEAI Private Car Grant− €3,500
VRT relief− €2,590
Net price after grants€30,905

💡 Total savings of €6,090. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.

SEAI Private Car Grant €3,500 VRT relief €2,590 Motor tax €120/yr Home charger grant €300 BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
Estimated annual running costs (15,000km)
Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh)~€600
Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg)~€1,225
Motor tax€120/yr
Saving vs petrol equivalent (€1.8/L)~€2,100/yr
💡 Cost comparison: At an Electric Ireland night rate of €0.24/kWh, 15,000km of driving in the C10 costs approximately €600 in electricity — compared with ~€2,700 in petrol for an equivalent car.

🚘 C10 — All Trims & Pricing Ireland 2026

All prices are guide prices. Private buyer prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500) and VRT relief (€2,590). Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer.

Model / Trim Battery & Range Price After Grants
C10 BEV Standard 69.9kWh
Most Popular		 70kWh · 420km €36,995€30,905
C10 REEV Range Extender
REEV		 28kWh · 160km €34,995€29,045

Prices include 23% VAT. Net prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500 where list price < €65,000) and VRT relief (capped at actual VRT due — 7% of OMSP, max €5,000 up to €40k, max €2,500 up to €50k, nil above €50k). Business buyers: SEAI car grant not available — VRT relief only. Always verify at seai.ie.

🇮🇪 C10 on Irish routes

Based on estimated real-world Irish driving range (mixed motorway, regional and urban).

🛣️ Dublin → Cork 260km · M8
✅ Single charge — 73km remaining
🛤️ Dublin → Galway 220km · M6
✅ Single charge — 113km remaining
🏝️ Dublin → Kerry 310km · M7/N21
✅ Single charge — 23km remaining
🌊 Dublin → Donegal 260km · N2/N14
✅ Single charge — 73km remaining
🔄 Cork → Dublin (return) 520km · Round trip
⚡ One rapid charge stop needed
🏠 Daily commute (avg) 50km · /day
✅ 6+ days between home charges

Based on ~333km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.

👥 Is the C10 right for you?

First-time EV buyer✅ Excellent choice
Family with children✅ 5 seats, 435L boot
Daily commuter (<100km)✅ Perfect
Intercity driving✅ Dublin–Cork on one charge
Towing (trailer/caravan)❌ Not rated for towing
Private buyer (SEAI + VRT)✅ €6,090 total grants
Company car / BIK saving✅ BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
AWD / off-road capability⚠️ FWD/RWD only
💡 Best for: Value family SUV.

⚡ Charging guide

🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%)~10h
🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%)~7h
⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%)~59min
🚀 80kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%)~37min
Connectors (DC)CCS
Connectors (AC)Type 2
🔌 Irish networks: Compatible with ESB ecars, Ionity, EasyGo, Circle K and Applegreen via CCS. Leapmotor vehicles in Ireland are distributed through the Stellantis dealer network.

Leapmotor vehicles in Ireland are distributed through Stellantis's dealer network. All models support CCS DC charging across major Irish rapid networks. Home charging support is available via the Leapmotor app and Stellantis Free2Move charging service.

📐 Dimensions & practicality

Length4,739 mm
Width1,900 mm
Height1,680 mm
Boot capacity435 L
TowingNot rated
Seats5
Battery warranty6 years / 150,000 km
🔋 Battery warranty: 6 years / 150,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.

❓ Frequently asked questions — Leapmotor C10 BEV 69.9kWh

The Leapmotor C10 BEV 69.9kWh has an Irish list price of €36,995 (including 23% VAT). After the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500 and VRT relief of €2,590, the net cost is approximately €30,905. The range starts from €36,995 list price. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Leapmotor C10 BEV 69.9kWh has a WLTP official range of 420km. In real-world Irish conditions — motorway speeds, Irish temperatures and typical mixed urban/rural driving — expect approximately 333km per charge. This is sufficient for Dublin to Cork (260km) on a single charge.
Yes. The Leapmotor C10 BEV 69.9kWh qualifies for the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500. New M1 BEV, list price €14k–€60k. Apply via seai.ie after purchase. VRT relief of €2,590 also applies, giving total state support of €6,090. Verify current eligibility at seai.ie.
Yes. Company car drivers benefit from the BIK (Benefit in Kind) OMV deduction of €20,000 in 2026, significantly reducing taxable BIK on EVs. Combined with zero motor tax (€120/yr) and lower fuel costs versus petrol, the Leapmotor C10 BEV 69.9kWh is one of the most tax-efficient company cars in Ireland. The SEAI grant of €3,500 also applies for private buyers.
At 15,000km per year: home charging at a €0.24/kWh night rate costs approximately €600. Public charging at €0.49/kWh costs approximately €1,225. Add €120 motor tax. Compare to approximately €2,700 in petrol for an equivalent combustion car.
Leapmotor is a Chinese EV manufacturer founded in 2015. In 2023, Stellantis Group acquired a 20% stake and formed Leapmotor International to distribute Leapmotor vehicles outside China. In Ireland, Leapmotor is sold through Stellantis-affiliated dealers, giving buyers access to an established service and parts network.
The Leapmotor C10 BEV 69.9kWh supports up to 80kW DC and 11kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 10 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 59 minutes. At the maximum 80kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 37 minutes.
The Leapmotor C10 BEV 69.9kWh uses CCS (DC fast charging) and Type 2 (AC), compatible with all major Irish networks including ESB ecars, Ionity, EasyGo, Circle K and Applegreen.
Motor tax for the Leapmotor C10 BEV 69.9kWh is €120 per year — the lowest available band in Ireland (A1, 0g/km CO₂). All battery electric vehicles registered as private cars qualify for this rate, compared to €280–€700+/year for an equivalent petrol or diesel car.

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