Leapmotor
T03 Standard 37.3kWh
Electric car · M1 · Updated 2026-03
Leapmotor's compact city EV — available from Irish dealers including Joe Norris Motors Galway and Kenny Galway right now. 6-year warranty, sub-€15k net after grants and a perfect second-car urban runabout.
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265WLTP range km37kWh battery
208Real range kmIrish conditions est.
50Max DC kWFast charging
10.9s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€13,231Net priceAfter grants
€120Motor tax/yrLowest BEV band
⚙️ Technical specifications
| Battery capacity | 37 kWh |
| WLTP range | 265 km |
| Real-world range (Ireland) | ~208 km |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 10.9s |
| Top speed | 130 km/h |
| Torque | 158 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Max DC charge rate | 50 kW |
| Max AC charge rate | 6.6 kW |
| Connectors | CCS · Type 2 |
| Boot capacity | 210 L |
| Seats | 4 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 3,620 mm |
| Width | 1,652 mm |
| Height | 1,532 mm |
| Battery warranty | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| CO₂ emissions | 0 g/km |
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)€17,990
SEAI Private Car Grant− €3,500
VRT relief− €1,259
Net price after grants€13,231
💡 Total savings of €4,759. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.
SEAI Private Car Grant €3,500
VRT relief €1,259
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) | ~€503 |
| Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg) | ~€1,026 |
| Motor tax | €120/yr |
| Saving vs petrol equivalent (€1.8/L) | ~€2,197/yr |
💡 Cost comparison:
At an Electric Ireland night rate of €0.24/kWh, 15,000km of driving in the T03 costs approximately €503 in electricity — compared with ~€2,700 in petrol for an equivalent car.
🇮🇪 T03 on Irish routes
Based on estimated real-world Irish driving range (mixed motorway, regional and urban).
🛣️ Dublin → Cork
260km · M8
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🛤️ Dublin → Galway
220km · M6
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🏝️ Dublin → Kerry
310km · M7/N21
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🌊 Dublin → Donegal
260km · N2/N14
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🔄 Cork → Dublin (return)
520km · Round trip
⚡ One rapid charge stop needed
🏠 Daily commute (avg)
50km · /day
✅ 4+ days between home charges
Based on ~208km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.
👥 Is the T03 right for you?
| First-time EV buyer | ✅ Good starter EV |
| Family with children | ⚠️ Check seating |
| Daily commuter (<100km) | ✅ Perfect |
| Intercity driving | ⚠️ Charge stop likely |
| Towing (trailer/caravan) | ❌ Not rated for towing |
| Private buyer (SEAI + VRT) | ✅ €4,759 total grants |
| Company car / BIK saving | ✅ BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026) |
| AWD / off-road capability | ⚠️ FWD/RWD only |
💡 Best for: Ultra-affordable city commuter.
⚡ Charging guide
| 🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%) | ~5h |
| ⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%) | ~31min |
| 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.
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
| Length | 3,620 mm |
| Width | 1,652 mm |
| Height | 1,532 mm |
| Boot capacity | 210 L |
| Towing | Not rated |
| Seats | 4 |
| Battery warranty | 6 years / 150,000 km |
🔋 Battery warranty: 6 years / 150,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.
❓ Frequently asked questions — Leapmotor T03 Standard 37.3kWh
The Leapmotor T03 Standard 37.3kWh has an Irish list price of €17,990 (including 23% VAT). After the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500 and VRT relief of €1,259, the net cost is approximately €13,231. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Leapmotor T03 Standard 37.3kWh has a WLTP official range of 265km. In real-world Irish conditions — motorway speeds, Irish temperatures and typical mixed urban/rural driving — expect approximately 208km per charge. This suits daily commuting and suburban driving comfortably.
Yes. The Leapmotor T03 Standard 37.3kWh 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 €1,259 also applies, giving total state support of €4,759. 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 T03 Standard 37.3kWh 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 €503. Public charging at €0.49/kWh costs approximately €1,026. 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 T03 Standard 37.3kWh supports up to 50kW DC and 6.6kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 5 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 31 minutes.
The Leapmotor T03 Standard 37.3kWh 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 T03 Standard 37.3kWh 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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