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2026 Leapmotor C10 Update: 510km Range, 220kW and 800V Charging for the Same $49,888

Written by Uzzi · 21 June 2026

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Key Takeaways

  • The MY26 C10 Design Long Range gets more range, power and charging speed for no extra money
  • New 800-volt architecture and a bigger 81.9kWh battery (up from 69.9kWh)
  • WLTP range up from 420km to 510km, power up to 220kW, 0-100km/h down to 6.2s
  • Max DC charging jumps from 84kW to 180kW, 30 to 80 percent in around 22 minutes
  • Still $49,888 before on-road costs, with the dual-motor AWD Sports+ Special Edition above it at $53,888
  • Available to order now
2026 Leapmotor C10 Design Long Range electric SUV, front three quarter exterior shot

Image credit: Leapmotor Australia

Leapmotor Australia has handed the 2026 C10 a serious technical upgrade, and buyers pay nothing extra for it. The new C10 Design Long Range BEV lands with a bigger battery, more power and much faster charging, yet keeps its $49,888 price before on-road costs. It is available to order now.

What is new

The biggest change sits under the skin. Leapmotor has moved the C10 BEV from a 400-volt to an 800-volt electrical architecture, the same setup used in the dual-motor AWD Sports+ Special Edition. That switch unlocks quicker charging and sharper performance. The battery grows from 69.9kWh to 81.9kWh, lifting claimed WLTP range from 420km to 510km. Smaller updates round it out: two NFC keycards are now standard, the tyre repair kit gains a sealant canister, and Yokohama Advan Sport EV tyres replace the previous rubber.

SpecificationPrevious C10 Design2026 C10 Design LR
Architecture400V800V
Battery69.9kWh81.9kWh
Range (WLTP)420km510km
Power160kW220kW
Torque320Nm360Nm
0-100km/h7.5s6.2s
Max DC charging84kW180kW

Pricing

ModelPrice (before on-roads)
C10 Hybrid (REEV) Style$43,888
C10 Hybrid (REEV) Design$45,888
C10 BEV Design Long Range$49,888
C10 BEV AWD Sports+ Special Edition$53,888

At under $50,000 the C10 Design Long Range muscles into a crowded fight against Chinese mid-size electric SUVs. The BYD Sealion 7, Geely EX5 and Zeekr 7X are all squarely in its sights. More range, more power and faster charging for the same money is a rare combination, and it makes the updated C10 a far tougher rival than the car it replaces.

Frequently Asked Questions

What changed on the 2026 Leapmotor C10 Design Long Range?
It moved from a 400-volt to an 800-volt electrical architecture, with a bigger 81.9kWh battery (up from 69.9kWh). That lifts claimed WLTP range from 420km to 510km, power from 160kW to 220kW and torque from 320Nm to 360Nm, cuts the 0-100km/h sprint from 7.5 to 6.2 seconds, and raises maximum DC charging from 84kW to 180kW. The price is unchanged at $49,888 before on-road costs.
How fast does the 2026 Leapmotor C10 charge?
Up to 180kW on DC, taking the 81.9kWh battery from 30 to 80 percent in roughly 22 minutes, down from about 30 minutes on the old 84kW car, thanks to the new 800-volt system.
How much does the 2026 Leapmotor C10 cost?
The range runs from $43,888 for the Hybrid (REEV) Style, $45,888 for the Hybrid Design, $49,888 for the BEV Design Long Range and $53,888 for the dual-motor AWD Sports+ Special Edition, all before on-road costs.
What rivals does the Leapmotor C10 compete with?
At under $50,000 the C10 Design Long Range lines up against mid-size electric SUVs including the BYD Sealion 7, Geely EX5 and Zeekr 7X.

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Disclaimer: All information in this article was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (21 June 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Specifications, government incentives, and rebates can change without notice. Always verify details with the manufacturer or relevant authority before making a purchase decision. Running cost estimates are based on average Australian driving conditions at 15,000 km/year. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations or rankings.

Written by Uzzi, CarSorted Editorial Team · 21 June 2026 · how we research

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