The Leapmotor T03 is a long-range, smart all-electric micro hatchback under Leapmotor, serving as a global strategic model built on the brand's "LEAP2.0" architecture. Measuring 3,620 × 1,652 × 1,605 mm (403 Shuxiang Edition) with a 2,400 mm wheelbase, it features a five-door, four-seater layout. In February 2025, the updated T03 five-door electric city car was officially launched, offering two variants—the 310 Shuxiang Edition and 403 Shuxiang Edition—priced between RM59,900 and RM69,900, available in four exterior shades: Optic White, Spring Bud Green, Clear Sea Blue, and Glacier Blue. Positioned as an RM50,000-class electric runabout, the Leapmotor T03 primarily targets urban family short trips and daily commuting for younger drivers, leveraging its long range and smart tech as key USPs. As a volume driver for Leapmotor, the T03 shoulders the strategic task of broadening the brand's footprint in the entry-level EV segment.
The Leapmotor T03 retains the brand's signature curvaceous and nimble design philosophy. Its closed-off front fascia features an oval motif, complemented by smoked circular headlamps and semi-circular LED daytime running lights (DRLs) that blend futuristic tech with retro aesthetics. The DC fast-charging and AC slow-charging ports are discreetly tucked behind the front emblem, preserving a clean and uncluttered front profile. Along the sides, sleek lines, a floating roof, and blacked-out B-pillars accentuate the car's visual width. In terms of exterior paint options, the refreshed T03 gains a new "Clear Sea Blue" shade, while the rear echoes the clean lines and rounded contours of the front. Inside, the T03 adopts a digital aesthetic design with several cabin colourways on offer, including Sea Salt Blue, Cherry Shell Pink, and Forest Grey. The updated model also introduces a "Starry Black" interior theme with meteor-textured trim pieces, with soft-touch materials applied across high-contact areas to elevate overall cabin perceived quality. The overall design centres on a youthful, urban vibe, exuding a chic and nimble character.
Across the board, the Leapmotor T03 is powered by a front-mounted permanent magnet synchronous motor driving the front wheels via a single-speed reduction gearbox. The 2025 lineup offers two CLTC-rated range options: 310 km and 403 km. The 310 Shuxiang Edition develops a maximum output of 55 kW (approx. 75 PS) and 114 Nm of peak torque, powered by a 31.9 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery pack. Meanwhile, the 403 Shuxiang Edition gets an uprated 80 kW (approx. 109 PS) motor delivering 158 Nm of torque, paired with a 41.3 kWh LFP battery, achieving a 0-50 km/h sprint in just 4.1 seconds. Energy consumption ranges from 11.5 kWh/100 km (310 variant) to 16.3 kWh/100 km (403 variant). Charging-wise, DC fast charging comes standard, taking just 30 minutes for a 30%-80% state of charge (SoC), while AC slow charging takes approximately 6 hours (310 variant) to 3.5 hours (403 variant). With a capped top speed of 100 km/h and smooth, linear power delivery, its positioning is squarely tailored for short-distance urban commuting.
Underneath, the chassis employs a front MacPherson strut independent suspension and a rear torsion beam semi-independent setup, with front ventilated discs and solid rear disc brakes. The suspension damping is tuned on the softer side, capably soaking up minor urban road ruts and bumps; while front occupants experience minimal harshness over speed bumps, rear-seat ride comfort over rough tarmac is average, with the rear suspension feeling rather stiff under unladen conditions. The electric power steering offers three selectable modes (Comfort, Standard, and Sport), alongside tilt adjustment for the steering column. Drive modes include Eco, Standard, and Sport: Eco mode dials up regenerative braking to maximum for optimal energy efficiency, whereas Sport mode delivers sharper throttle response, allowing drivers to make the most of the agile chassis off the mark. A tight turning radius and the inclusion of Auto Brake Hold further enhance urban driving convenience in stop-and-go traffic. With the battery pack nestled beneath the floorpan, ground clearance is approximately 100 mm, requiring drivers to exercise caution over deep potholes to avoid scraping the battery casing.
Inside, the Leapmotor T03 comes standard with a 10.1-inch floating touchscreen infotainment unit running Leapmotor OS, supporting over-the-air (OTA) updates, online navigation, voice control, and Bluetooth connectivity. Higher-spec variants gain an 8.0-inch fully digital instrument cluster with dual-screen interconnectivity and real-time vehicle telemetry. The cabin boasts 17 storage compartments, alongside a 210-litre boot that expands to 508 litres with the rear seats folded down. The infotainment system integrates the iFlytek 3.0 voice assistant with Apple Siri integration, while a dedicated smartphone app enables remote door lock/unlock and vehicle telematics monitoring. On the comfort front, high-spec variants feature manual air conditioning, a multifunction steering wheel, AUX and Bluetooth inputs, a panoramic glass roof (403 Shuxiang Edition) with an electric sunblind, a four-speaker audio setup (up to six speakers on selected trims), integrated front sports seats, and split-folding rear seats. Built around daily practicality, it presents a competitive equipment list for its class.
On the passive safety front, the Leapmotor T03 features a cage-type body constructed with 70% high-strength steel, incorporating hot-formed steel in critical load paths to ensure structural rigidity for the passenger cell. Dual front airbags are standard (with higher-spec trims adding front side curtain airbags), supported by pre-tensioned load-limiting seatbelts, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), ABS with EBD, and Electronic Stability Control (ESC). On the battery safety side, the T03 has undergone a 5-metre drop test, features active thermal runaway alert management with integrated battery side impact beams, and boasts an IP67 dust and water resistance rating.
In terms of active safety and ADAS, high-spec T03 variants are equipped with the Leapmotor Pilot Level 2 driver assistance suite. Key functions include full-speed Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM), and Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR); high-spec grades also feature an Automated Parking System (APS) for self-parking capability. Additionally, Auto Hold and a reverse camera are standard across the range, with a 360-degree surround-view camera available on selected higher-tier variants.
The market performance of the Leapmotor T03 reveals a striking contrast between domestic and international markets. Domestically in China, T03 sales have continued to decline, registering just 3,014 units in July 2025. In January 2026, domestic deliveries plummeted to 322 units before recovering slightly to 1,763 units in February, seeing its contribution to Leapmotor's brand sales drop to 9.63%. On the consumer feedback front, real-world range falling short of official claims has been the primary grievance—notably with winter range retention dropping below 50%, overnight battery phantom drain of 25-30 km in freezing conditions, and top-spec 403 km variants failing to cover 200 km in cold weather; bodywork corrosion has also emerged as a recurring quality issue spanning 2021 to 2025 model years, with several owners reporting visible rust on seat frame structures.
Conversely, the T03 has enjoyed strong momentum in export markets. In September 2024, the initial shipment of T03 units departed Shanghai for Europe. In September 2025, the T03 officially debuted in Hong Kong, China, offering an early-bird promotional price from RM99,900 (Comfort variant) valid until 31 March. In March 2026, the Leapmotor T03 recorded 5,022 unit sales in Italy alone—a year-on-year surge of 2,889.3%—ranking third overall across all passenger vehicle sales locally and accounting for over 90% of Leapmotor's Q1 Italian volume. Furthermore, in April 2026, the T03 LCV electric light commercial van derived from the passenger model was launched across Europe, priced from 14,590 euros (ex-VAT). Featuring a 657-litre cargo capacity, a 220 kg payload, a 70 kW motor, and a 37.3 kWh LFP battery offering 256 km of WLTP range, the commercial van comes fully equipped with ADAS features like ACC, AEB, and Lane Keep Assist, assembled locally at Stellantis' Mirafiori plant in Turin, Italy. Automotive industry analysts note that while the Leapmotor T03 contends with slower lifecycle updates, stiffening competition, and quality-related feedback domestically, its keen price-to-spec ratio and agile export product strategy are successfully carving out a distinctive foothold on the global stage.
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