Leapmotor B10 vs Mazda CX-5

The Leapmotor B10 starts from $37,888 before on-road costs, while the Mazda CX-5 opens at $39,990. That makes the Leapmotor B10 the more affordable entry point by $2,102.

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 $41,677 and $43,989 respectively.

The Leapmotor B10 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Mazda CX-5, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Leapmotor B10 and Mazda CX-5 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 93% for the Leapmotor B10 and 95% for the Mazda CX-5.

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 Mazda CX-5.

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 Mazda CX-5.

The Leapmotor B10 features a 14.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Mazda CX-5 gets a 15.6-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. 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 Mazda CX-5. The Mazda CX-5 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 Mazda CX-5 offers cloth.

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 Mazda CX-5 responds with a Petrol making 140kW and 252Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.7 seconds.

The Leapmotor B10 has the clear power advantage at 160kW vs 140kW. In the real-world sprint, the Leapmotor B10 is 0.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Leapmotor B10 measures 4,515mm long on a 2,735mm wheelbase, 60mm shorter than the Mazda CX-5 at 4,575mm (2,700mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Leapmotor B10 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 382L in the Leapmotor B10 and 438L in the Mazda CX-5, giving the Mazda CX-5 a 56L advantage.

For towing, the Mazda CX-5 leads with a 1,800kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 300kg 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: 6 years / 150,000km (Leapmotor B10) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mazda CX-5). The Leapmotor B10 has longer coverage.