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Leapmotor B01 Receives Over 10,000 Orders Shortly After Launch
The Leapmotor B01 has recorded 10,132 firm orders within 72 hours of its July 14 launch, announced by Leapmotor’s official Weibo account. This pure-electric A+ class sedan is definitely a black horse in China’s RMB 90,000–120,000 (≈USD 12,500–16,700) EV segment.
Popularity Focused on Long-Range Version and Young Buyers
The model offers 6 trims with 430km, 550km, and 650km CLTC ranges, pricing from RMB 89,800 (≈USD 12,500) to RMB 119,800 (≈USD 16,700). According to the data provided by the company, 650km long-range version accounts for 72% of the orders. Demographically, 75% of buyers are under 35 years old, with female consumers representing 48%.
| TRIMS | CLTC RANGE | Battery | PRICE | POWER | 0-100KM/H SPRINT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 430 Comfort Edition | 430KM | 43.9 kWh LFP | RMB 89,800 | 100 kW (136Ps) | 9.4s |
| 550 Comfort Edition | 550KM | 56.2 kWh LFP | RMB 95,800 | 132 kW (180Ps ) | 8.7s |
| 550 Enjoy Edition | 550KM | 56.2 kWh LFP | RMB 103,800 | 160 kW (218Ps ) | 6.4s |
| 550 LiDAR Edition | 550KM | 56.2 kWh LFP | RMB 113,800 | 160 kW (218Ps ) | 6.4s |
| 650 Enjoy Edition | 650KM | 67.1 kWh LFP | RMB 109,800 | 160 kW (218Ps ) | 6.5s |
| 650 LiDAR Edition | 650KM | 67.1 kWh LFP | RMB 119,800 | 160 kW (218Ps ) | 6.5s |
Specifications and Advanced Technologies
The B01, the first model based on Leapmotor’s B-platform, measure 4,770mm (L) × 1,880mm (W) × 1,490mm (H) with a 2,735mm wheelbase. Built under the LEAP 3.5 architecture, the B01 adopts Qualcomm’s Snapdragon SA8295P automotive-grade chip for its smart cabin, an L2 combined driver-assistance system, and lidar paired with a Snapdragon 8650 processor for its LiDAR Editions.
Positioning Against Competitors in China’s A+ Sedan Market
B01 has a market positioning directly challenges its formidable rivals including the XPeng Mona M03, BYD Qin Plus EV, and Tesla Model 3 in China’s A+ sedan category.
*(Exchange rate: RMB 7.2 = USD 1)*
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