Over 260,000 Units Sold Globally: Why the Leapmotor C10 is Making Waves in International Markets

Leapmotor, the fast-rising EV brand that officially entered the Malaysian market in 2024, has some exciting news to share! According to official figures, its flagship SUV — the Leapmotor C10 — has now surpassed 260,000 units in cumulative global sales since its launch.

As a D-segment pure electric SUV, the C10 has delivered strong results in its home market of China while serving as the spearhead for Leapmotor's international expansion.

The Secret Behind the Success: More Than Just a "Chinese Startup"

For Malaysian consumers, Leapmotor may still be a relatively new name, but its background is far more impressive than it appears. Founded in 2015, Leapmotor stands out as one of the few Chinese new energy vehicle (NEV) manufacturers with full-suite in-house R&D capabilities. This means the majority of its core technologies — including battery packs, electric drive systems, intelligent driving hardware, and software — are developed entirely in-house.

Why Malaysian Buyers Can Purchase with Confidence

Leapmotor has formed a joint venture called Leapmotor International with Stellantis, the world's fourth-largest automotive group and parent company of Peugeot, Maserati, and Jeep. In Malaysia, Leapmotor is directly managed by Stellantis Malaysia. This partnership ensures strong after-sales service, reliable spare parts supply, and long-term support backed by a global automotive powerhouse.

A "Tech-First" Identity: Leapmotor is widely recognized in the industry for delivering high-tech features at highly competitive prices. The 2026 C10 has been upgraded with the latest LEAP 3.5 architecture, including an 800V high-voltage platform that enables ultra-fast charging.

Accelerating Global Expansion

Beyond the C10's impressive 260,000-unit global sales milestone, Leapmotor's overall momentum continues to accelerate at a remarkable pace.

Production Milestone: Last year, Leapmotor achieved a major breakthrough by rolling out its 1 millionth vehicle — surging from 500,000 to 1,000,000 units in less than a year. This represents one of the fastest production ramps in the industry's history.

Local Presence: Priced from approximately RM149,000, the Leapmotor C10 is rapidly gaining traction in the Malaysian EV market. Its class-leading space, strong value proposition, and support from Stellantis' extensive dealer network have helped it establish a solid foothold among local buyers.

The 260,000-unit milestone is more than just a number — it stands as a powerful testament to the Leapmotor C10's outstanding quality and reliability. As the local EV market continues to heat up, the C10 — backed by the global strength of Stellantis — is undoubtedly an option worth watching in Malaysia.