Compare performance (460 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (31,700 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model 3 or Leapmotor B05?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Leapmotor B05 is markedly cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the Tesla Model 3 costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,791 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model 3 is markedly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Leapmotor B05. That’s a difference of about 2.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 750 km, about 268 km more than the Leapmotor B05.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the Leapmotor B05 takes 6.7 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers significantly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.
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, Tesla Model 3 is barely lighter – 1,772 kg compared to 1,775 kg. The difference is around 3 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers substantially more boot space – 594 L compared to 295 L. That’s a difference of about 299 L.
When it comes to payload, the Tesla Model 3 carries barely more – 377 kg compared to 370 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.
The Tesla Model 3 is far ahead overall 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.
The Tesla Model 3 is a compact electric sedan that pairs brisk, responsive driving with a sleek, minimalist cabin and intuitive, software-led features. It makes a practical, modern choice for daily commutes and long-term ownership while emphasizing simplicity and advanced driver assistance.
detailsThe Leapmotor B05 is a family-oriented electric compact that prioritizes interior space and everyday practicality, with flexible seating and a clean, modern cabin layout. It's tuned for comfortable, easy driving around town and brings a tech-forward experience that appeals to buyers looking for a straightforward, user-friendly EV.
details
Costs and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
|
Price
23,900 - 27,300 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
-
|
Consumption L/100km
-
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
|
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
|
|
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
|
Electric Range
401 - 482 km
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
|
co2
0 g/km
|
co2
0 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
Sedan
|
Body Type
Hatchback
|
|
Seats
5
|
Seats
5
|
|
Doors
-
|
Doors
-
|
|
Curb weight
1,772 - 1,929 kg
|
Curb weight
1,775 - 1,855 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
594 L
|
Trunk capacity
295 L
|
|
Length
-
|
Length
-
|
|
Width
1,850 mm
|
Width
1,880 mm
|
|
Height
-
|
Height
-
|
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
|
Payload
303 - 377 kg
|
Payload
363 - 370 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Electric
|
Engine Type
Electric
|
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
|
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
|
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
|
|
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
|
Power HP
218 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 s
|
|
Max Speed
-
|
Max Speed
-
|
|
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
|
Torque
240 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
-
|
Number of Cylinders
-
|
|
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
|
Power kW
160 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
-
|
Engine capacity
-
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2025
|
Model Year
2026
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
|
|
Brand
Tesla
|
Brand
Leapmotor
|