Head-to-head
Leapmotor B10 vs MG MGS5 EV
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 MGS5 EV
MG's replacement for the older ZS EV — a small SUV with 64 kWh battery, 420 km WLTP range and 110 kW DC charging. The MGS5 lifts MG's small SUV game considerably.
- From
- $40,490
- Range
- 420 km
- Battery
- 64 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Leapmotor B10 and MG MGS5 EV, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Warranty · advantage MG MGS5 EV
The MG MGS5 EV covers the vehicle for 2 more years (7 vs 5 yrs).
- 2
Battery · advantage MG MGS5 EV
The MG MGS5 EV carries a 7.8 kWh larger battery (64 vs 56.2 kWh).
- 3
Power · advantage Leapmotor B10
The Leapmotor B10 puts down 30 kW more (160 vs 130 kW).
- 4
Price · advantage Leapmotor B10
The Leapmotor B10 undercuts the MG MGS5 EV by $1,500 (4%) on starting price.
- 5
0–100 km/h · advantage MG MGS5 EV
The MG MGS5 EV is 0.5 s quicker to 100 km/h (7.5 s vs 8 s).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Leapmotor B10 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $1,500
Where the MG MGS5 EV wins
- ▸ 10 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.5s vs 8s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (110 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 MGS5 EV
What we like
- ✓ 7-year vehicle warranty (extendable)
- ✓ Strong DC charging peak for the segment
- ✓ Genuine improvement over old ZS EV
What we don't
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ AC charging at 7 kW only (single-phase)
- ✕ Cabin materials clearly cost-engineered
Frequently asked: Leapmotor B10 vs MG MGS5 EV
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Leapmotor B10 or the MG MGS5 EV?
- The Leapmotor B10 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $38,990 versus $40,490 for the MG MGS5 EV, a $1,500 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The MG MGS5 EV has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 420 km, 10 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 MGS5 EV accepts a peak DC charging rate of 110 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 MGS5 EV does 0–100 km/h in 7.5 seconds — 0.5 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 MGS5 EV 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 MGS5 EV
if…
- ✓ peace-of-mind warranty matters (2 more years of cover)
- ✓ you match the profile: suburban 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.