Leapmotor B10 vs Jeep Avenger

The Leapmotor B10 starts from $38,990 before on-road costs, while the Jeep Avenger opens at $37,900. That makes the Jeep Avenger the more affordable entry point by $1,090.

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 $42,889 and $41,690 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

The Leapmotor B10 holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Jeep Avenger. Adult occupant protection scored 93% for the Leapmotor B10 and 79% for the Jeep Avenger.

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 5 in the Jeep Avenger.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Leapmotor B10 and 6 in the Jeep Avenger.

The Leapmotor B10 features a 14.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Jeep Avenger gets a 10.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

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

Interior trim differs: the Leapmotor B10 gets fabric upholstery while the Jeep Avenger offers digital jane fabric. Climate control is 2-zone in the Leapmotor B10 and 1-zone in the Jeep Avenger.

The Leapmotor B10 uses a Electric producing 160kW and 240Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8 seconds.

The Jeep Avenger responds with a Permanent Magnet Assisted Synchronous Reluctance Motor making 115kW and 260Nm, paired to a single-speed driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9 seconds.

The Leapmotor B10 has the clear power advantage at 160kW vs 115kW. In the real-world sprint, the Leapmotor B10 is 1.0s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 56.2kWh (Leapmotor B10) vs 54kWh (Jeep Avenger), giving WLTP ranges of 361km and 396km. DC fast charging peaks at 140kW (Leapmotor B10) vs 100kW (Jeep Avenger).

The Leapmotor B10 measures 4,515mm long on a 2,735mm wheelbase, 431mm longer than the Jeep Avenger at 4,084mm (2,557mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Leapmotor B10 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 382L in the Leapmotor B10 and 355L in the Jeep Avenger, giving the Leapmotor B10 a 27L advantage.

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

Warranty: 6 years / 150,000km (Leapmotor B10) vs 5 years / 100,000km (Jeep Avenger). The Leapmotor B10 has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Jeep Avenger).