Honda CR-V vs Leapmotor B10

The Honda CR-V starts from $39,900 before on-road costs, while the Leapmotor B10 opens at $38,990. That makes the Leapmotor B10 the more affordable entry point by $910.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $43,890 and $42,889 respectively.

The Leapmotor B10 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Honda CR-V, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Honda CR-V and Leapmotor B10 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the Honda CR-V and 93% for the Leapmotor B10.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Leapmotor B10 packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 3 in the Honda CR-V.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 11 in the Honda CR-V and 7 in the Leapmotor B10.

The Honda CR-V features a 9-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the Leapmotor B10 gets a 14.6-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Honda CR-V stands out with Apple CarPlay and power tailgate that you will not find on the Leapmotor B10. The Leapmotor B10 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and panoramic roof. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Honda CR-V uses a Petrol producing 140kW and 243Nm of torque, sent through a cvt to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.2 seconds.

The Leapmotor B10 responds with a Electric making 160kW and 240Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8 seconds.

The Leapmotor B10 has the clear power advantage at 160kW vs 140kW. In the real-world sprint, the Leapmotor B10 is 0.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Honda CR-V measures 4,704mm long on a 2,701mm wheelbase, 189mm longer than the Leapmotor B10 at 4,515mm (2,735mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Leapmotor B10 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 561L in the Honda CR-V and 382L in the Leapmotor B10, giving the Honda CR-V a 179L advantage.

For towing, the Leapmotor B10 leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Honda CR-V) vs 6 years / 150,000km (Leapmotor B10). The Leapmotor B10 has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: 5yr (Honda CR-V)—.