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BMW X3 vs Leapmotor C10 comparison

Compare performance (398 HP vs 598 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 32,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Leapmotor C10?

BMW X3 vs Leapmotor C10: Key differences

BMW X3

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  • barely lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Leapmotor C10

  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

X3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Leapmotor C10 is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,200 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,457 £.

As for electric range, the Leapmotor C10 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 422 km more than the BMW X3.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Leapmotor C10 offers visibly more power – delivering 598 HP compared to 398 HP. That’s roughly 200 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Leapmotor C10 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the BMW X3 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Leapmotor C10 delivers very slightly more torque with 720 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

X3

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW X3 is barely lighter – 1,930 kg compared to 1,950 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X3 offers clearly more boot space – 570 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X3 carries slightly more – 570 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Leapmotor C10 holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £32,200
C10

Leapmotor C10

  • Engine Type Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 215 - 598 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.2 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 145 - 510 km
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The BMW X3 blends sporty handling with premium comfort, making it a strong choice for drivers who want an engaging everyday SUV. Its well-appointed interior and confident road manners give it broad appeal for families and commuters who value style and versatility.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,700 - 73,000 £
Price
32,200 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
145 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
0 - 38 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
Curb weight
1,950 - 2,264 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
400 - 435 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
570 kg
Payload
400 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
215 - 598 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
320 - 720 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
158 - 440 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Leapmotor
Is the BMW X3 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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