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2026 Leapmotor B05: Australian Prices, Range and Specs
Description
The B05 arrives in August with two battery options, up to 482km of claimed range and introductory drive-away pricing from $35,990.
The 2026 Leapmotor B05 enters Australia’s small electric hatch market with a clear choice: a lower-priced version with a claimed 401km of WLTP range, or a larger-battery model rated for 482km. Both are rear-wheel drive and produce 160kW, while introductory drive-away prices start at $35,990 for deliveries between July 1 and September 30, 2026.
Australian arrivals are scheduled for August. The B05 will compete with models including the BYD Dolphin and MG 4. Its two grades pair different battery capacities with distinct equipment levels, so the key decision is whether the extra range and cabin features of the Design LR justify its price.
Australian pricing and range
The Style is listed at $35,888 before on-road costs, with a $35,990 drive-away offer during the stated launch period. The Design LR costs $39,888 before on-road costs, while its introductory drive-away price is $38,990. These offers apply to vehicles both purchased and delivered from July 1 through September 30, 2026.
The pricing makes the Design LR’s larger battery and additional equipment the central comparison. Its drive-away price is $3,000 above the Style’s, and its claimed WLTP range is 81km greater. The figures are manufacturer claims; real-world range will depend on driving conditions and how the car is used.
Battery, performance and charging
Both versions use a single electric motor driving the rear wheels, with 160kW and 240Nm. Leapmotor claims the Style accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in 7.5 seconds; the Design LR is listed at 6.7 seconds. The larger-battery model weighs 1,780kg, compared with 1,700kg for the Style.
The Style’s 56.2kWh lithium iron phosphate battery is rated for 401km on the WLTP cycle. The Design LR gets a 67.1kWh lithium iron phosphate battery and a claimed 482km. Listed energy consumption is close: 15.8kWh/100km for the Style and 15.9kWh/100km for the Design LR. Those figures make the larger model’s range gain a product of its bigger battery, rather than a lower published consumption rate.
Maximum DC charging rates are 156kW for the Style and 174kW for the Design LR. Leapmotor says a 30-to-80 per cent rapid DC charge takes 16 minutes in the Style and 18 minutes in the Design LR. Both support AC charging at up to 11kW. A standard heat pump is fitted across the range, as is vehicle-to-load capability with a maximum output of 3.3kW, allowing the car to supply power to compatible equipment.
Size and everyday practicality
The B05 measures 4,430mm long, 1,880mm wide and 1,520mm tall, with a 2,735mm wheelbase. Luggage capacity is 357 litres with the rear seats in place and 1,205 litres with them folded. Those measurements give buyers useful reference points when comparing the B05 with other compact electric cars, though the figures alone don’t describe cabin space or the shape of the load area.
Leapmotor says the car has a 50:50 weight distribution and that its chassis tuning was carried out in Italy with Stellantis, whose brands include Alfa Romeo and Maserati. The B05’s rear-drive layout and claimed balance are relevant to its driving character, but on-road impressions will depend on testing the Australian version.
Equipment by grade
The Style includes 19-inch alloy wheels, automatic LED headlights and high-beam, launch control, an 8.8-inch digital instrument display and a 14.6-inch infotainment touchscreen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, satellite navigation, DAB+ radio, a six-speaker sound system and wireless phone charging are also standard. Other listed equipment includes cloth upholstery, automatic climate control, a cargo blind, in-car Wi-Fi, over-the-air software updates and an integrated surround-view dashcam recorder.
Leapmotor Connected Services provide remote climate control and vehicle status and location monitoring. Entry and access are handled through NFC and Bluetooth key functions. The Design LR adds a fixed panoramic glass roof with powered sunshade, power-folding mirrors, rain-sensing wipers and rear privacy glass. Its cabin upgrades include TechnoLeather upholstery, powered front seats, heated front seats and steering wheel, a 12-speaker audio system, rear armrest with cupholders and multi-colour ambient lighting.
Warranty, servicing and safety equipment
The vehicle warranty runs for six years or 150,000km, while the battery warranty is eight years or 160,000km. Roadside assistance is provided for eight years. Capped-price servicing is also offered for eight years, but Leapmotor has not yet released service pricing. Maintenance is scheduled every 12 months or 20,000km, whichever comes first, so buyers will need the published costs to assess the ownership budget.
The B05 has not yet been assessed by ANCAP or Euro NCAP. Standard listed safety equipment includes adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, driver attention monitoring, front and rear cross-traffic assistance, lane-keep and emergency lane-keep assistance, and intelligent speed limit assistance. It also gets a surround-view camera with a transparent chassis view, rear parking sensors, tyre-pressure monitoring and front, front-side, curtain and far-side airbags.
Colours and buyer considerations
Lightning Yellow is the standard exterior finish. Galaxy Silver, Windy Grey, Metallic Black and Starry Night Blue are optional, with premium paint priced at $990. The Style comes only with a grey interior; the Design LR offers Light Grey or Shadow Grey.
On the published figures, the Style has the lower entry price and a slightly lower claimed energy-consumption figure. The Design LR adds 81km of claimed range, quicker claimed acceleration and more comfort and cabin equipment for a $3,000 higher introductory drive-away price. The remaining ownership questions include capped-service costs and how the Australian car performs in independent testing and everyday driving.
