Head-to-head
MG ZS EV vs Leapmotor B10
The MG ZS EV starts $5,000 (13%) below the Leapmotor B10. Here's how that price gap plays out across range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
MG ZS EV
Once the cheapest EV in Australia, the ZS EV remains a competitive small SUV option with the same 10-year warranty backing as the MG4 hatch.
- From
- $33,990
- Range
- 320 km
- Battery
- 51 kWh
Option B · 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
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the MG ZS EV and Leapmotor B10, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Leapmotor B10
The Leapmotor B10 goes 90 km further on a charge (410 vs 320 km WLTP).
- 2
Warranty · advantage MG ZS EV
The MG ZS EV covers the vehicle for 5 more years (10 vs 5 yrs).
- 3
Price · advantage MG ZS EV
The MG ZS EV undercuts the Leapmotor B10 by $5,000 (13%) on starting price.
- 4
DC charging · advantage Leapmotor B10
The Leapmotor B10 accepts 24 kW more DC peak charging (100 vs 76 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 5
Battery · advantage Leapmotor B10
The Leapmotor B10 carries a 5.2 kWh larger battery (56.2 vs 51 kWh).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the MG ZS EV wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $5,000
- ▸ Longer warranty (10 years)
Where the Leapmotor B10 wins
- ▸ 90 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (8s vs 8.2s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (100 kW vs 76 kW)
MG ZS EV
What we like
- ✓ Affordable SUV form factor
- ✓ Long 10-year warranty
- ✓ Spacious for its class
What we don't
- ✕ Slower DC charging than newer rivals
- ✕ Older-feeling cabin design
- ✕ Real-world range often under 250 km
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
Frequently asked: MG ZS EV vs Leapmotor B10
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the MG ZS EV or the Leapmotor B10?
- The MG ZS EV is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $33,990 versus $38,990 for the Leapmotor B10, a $5,000 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Leapmotor B10 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 410 km, 90 km further than the MG ZS EV's 320 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 Leapmotor B10 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 100 kW versus 76 kW for the MG ZS EV. 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.
- Is the MG ZS EV better value than the Leapmotor B10?
- On paper the MG ZS EV is $5,000 cheaper, but trails the Leapmotor B10 on the core measurable specs. The saving might still be worth it if you don't need the extra range, power or charging speed — but the Leapmotor B10 is the spec-sheet winner.
- Which has the longer warranty?
- The MG ZS EV is covered by a 10-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 ZS EV
if…
- ✓ you want to save $5,000 on the sticker
- ✓ peace-of-mind warranty matters (5 more years of cover)
- ✓ you match the profile: suburban families
Choose the
Leapmotor B10
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (90 km further per charge)
- ✓ you match the profile: city 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.