Is LEAPMOTOR's New C Series a Market Game-Changer?

On June 16, 2026, LEAPMOTOR unveiled its all-new C Series models in Jinhua, Zhejiang, including the C10, C11, and C16. These three new vehicles come in both all-electric and extended-range versions, priced between 125,800 to 169,800 yuan. Since the launch of the first C11 in 2021, LEAPMOTOR’s C Series has achieved global sales of over 800,000 units in five years.

In terms of market performance, the LEAPMOTOR C Series models have demonstrated outstanding success in their segments: the C10 consistently tops the sales charts for electric SUVs priced between 120,000 to 200,000 yuan, the C11 ranks sixth, and the C16 has held the top spot for mid-to-large SUVs under 200,000 yuan for 14 consecutive months. Regarding user feedback, the C Series achieves an overall NPS score of 65.5. The initial 2021 C11 model has logged 700,000 kilometers with zero faults in its self-developed tri-electric system, maintaining battery health at factory standards.

Operationally, LEAPMOTOR delivered 596,555 units throughout 2025, achieving an annual net profit of 540 million yuan for the first time. In May 2026, monthly deliveries reached 81,569 units, setting a new brand record. Globally, LEAPMOTOR exported 67,052 units in 2025, ranking first among new domestic forces, with electric sales in Europe placing it among the top three Chinese passenger car brands.

The new C Series excels in technological innovation. The C10 combines “Technological Natural Aesthetics” in its design, with a new “Cloud Mist Gold” matte exclusive color for the exterior, and a low-saturation “Sandstone Brown” interior. The C10 optimizes space efficiency with a vehicle length of 4,749 mm and a wheelbase of 2,825 mm, achieving a leading 88% roominess in its class. The all-electric C10 is equipped with an 81.9 kWh battery, providing a CLTC range of 660 km, while the extended-range version offers 290 km of pure electric range, with a combined CLTC range of 1,300 km. For intelligent driving, the C10 features 28 intelligent sensing hardware components, including a 300-meter ultra-long-distance lidar.

The all-new C11 has elevated its design aesthetics, featuring a matte, luxurious paint finish that enhances aerodynamic performance, achieving an impressively low drag coefficient of 0.28Cd. In terms of cabin comfort, the C11 offers equal comfort for both front and rear seats, equipped with the Leap Sound 23-speaker PSS Dolby Atmos system. The all-electric version of the C11 boasts an 800V high-voltage platform with a CLTC range of 640 km. The range-extended version offers a pure electric range of 300 km, with a total range of up to 1,220 km.

In the future, LEAPMOTOR will continue the C-series development and manufacturing strategy, leveraging the Stellantis joint venture to expand into over 40 global markets. With in-house technology, LEAPMOTOR is committed to advancing luxury for all, providing intelligent, comfortable, and safe experiences to mainstream family consumers, and consistently delivering vehicles that withstand scrutiny from the market, users, and time, aiming to become a timeless classic in China’s new energy vehicle sector.

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