Head-to-head
Leapmotor B10 vs MG ES5
Two suvs priced within $1,500 of each other. Here's where each pulls ahead on range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
Leapmotor B10
Leapmotor is a Chinese EV brand partly owned by Stellantis, with a small electric SUV that lands at sub-$40k. The 56 kWh LFP battery delivers a modest but honest range; Design LR adds a 67.1 kWh option.
- From
- $38,990
- Range
- 410 km
- Battery
- 56.2 kWh
Option B · SUV
MG ES5
MG's compact electric SUV — confirmed for Australian launch 2026, slotting between the MGS5 EV and MG4 hatch in the lineup.
- From
- $40,490
- Range
- 425 km
- Battery
- 64 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Leapmotor B10 and MG ES5, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Warranty · advantage MG ES5
The MG ES5 covers the vehicle for 2 more years (7 vs 5 yrs).
- 2
Battery · advantage MG ES5
The MG ES5 carries a 7.8 kWh larger battery (64 vs 56.2 kWh).
- 3
DC charging · advantage MG ES5
The MG ES5 accepts 30 kW more DC peak charging (130 vs 100 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 4
Power · advantage Leapmotor B10
The Leapmotor B10 puts down 30 kW more (160 vs 130 kW).
- 5
Price · advantage Leapmotor B10
The Leapmotor B10 undercuts the MG ES5 by $1,500 (4%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Leapmotor B10 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $1,500
Where the MG ES5 wins
- ▸ 15 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.6s vs 8s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (130 kW vs 100 kW)
- ▸ Longer warranty (7 years)
Leapmotor B10
What we like
- ✓ Sub-$40k pricing with 410 km WLTP range
- ✓ Stellantis-backed (gives some scale to AU support)
- ✓ Quick 20-min DC charge (10-80%)
What we don't
- ✕ Leapmotor dealer network is brand new in Australia
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ Smaller battery than rivals at this price
MG ES5
What we like
- ✓ MG's long warranty backing
- ✓ Strong DC charging peak for the segment
- ✓ Competitive pricing target
What we don't
- ✕ Pricing not yet confirmed
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP rated
- ✕ Crowded small SUV segment
Frequently asked: Leapmotor B10 vs MG ES5
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Leapmotor B10 or the MG ES5?
- The Leapmotor B10 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $38,990 versus $40,490 for the MG ES5, a $1,500 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The MG ES5 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 425 km, 15 km further than the Leapmotor B10's 410 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The MG ES5 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 130 kW versus 100 kW for the Leapmotor B10. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The MG ES5 does 0–100 km/h in 7.6 seconds — 0.4 s quicker than the Leapmotor B10's 8.0 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Which has the longer warranty?
- The MG ES5 is covered by a 7-year vehicle warranty, versus 5 years for the Leapmotor B10. Both also carry separate high-voltage battery warranties — check the manufacturer's site for the latest kilometre and condition limits.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
MG ES5
if…
- ✓ peace-of-mind warranty matters (2 more years of cover)
- ✓ you match the profile: value-led families
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.