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Leapmotor B05 vs Suzuki e VITARA
Selected trimStandard236 mi · 52 kWh · Not available
Selected trimMotion 49kWhChange trim213 mi · 49 kWh · £26,249
At a glance
In this comparison, Leapmotor B05 leads on motorway range and running costs, while the Suzuki e VITARA leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Leapmotor B05 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Suzuki e VITARA if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Suzuki e VITARA leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueSuzuki
Leapmotor
0
Suzuki
5.9
Motorway RangeLeapmotor
Leapmotor
5.4
Suzuki
3
FamilySuzuki
Leapmotor
0
Suzuki
4.5
ChargingSuzuki
Leapmotor
0
Suzuki
3.5
Cost Per MileLeapmotor
Leapmotor
7.9
Suzuki
6
City Driving
Leapmotor
8
Suzuki
8.1
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Leapmotor B05Base | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £26,249 |
| Official range | 236 miles (better) | 213 miles |
| Boot space | Not available | 310 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 45 min |
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 9.6 sec |
Size Comparison
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Leapmotor B05
Suzuki e VITARA
Length
Leapmotor B054,195mm-80mm
Suzuki e VITARA4,275mm
Width
Leapmotor B051,810mm
Suzuki e VITARA1,800mm-10mm
Height
Leapmotor B051,575mm-60mm
Suzuki e VITARA1,635mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Leapmotor B05Base | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,195 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,810 mm | 1,800 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,575 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.3 m (better) | 10.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 590 mm spare | 600 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Leapmotor B05Base | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | Not available | 310 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 562 L |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Leapmotor B05
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Suzuki e VITARA
- At 4,275 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 149 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 90% of SUVs we track.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Leapmotor B05 Base |  Suzuki e VITARA Motion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.20m | 4.28m+80mm |
| Width | 1.81m | 1.80m-10mm |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.64m+60mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.62m | 2.70m+80mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | Not available | 310L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 562L |
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.34m (better) | 10.4m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,680kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 52kWh (better) | 49kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 236 mi (better) | 213 mi |
| Max DC Charge | Not available | 150kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £26,249 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Leapmotor B05Base | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 236 miles (better) | 213 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 197 miles (better) | 162 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 45 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | Not available | 150 kW |
| Home AC charging | Not available | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 149 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh (better) | 49 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Leapmotor B05Base | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 9.6 sec |
| Power | 150 kW (better) | 106 kW |
| Torque | Not available | 193 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Leapmotor B05
Base
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Suzuki e VITARA
Motion 49kWh
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Leapmotor B05
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Suzuki e VITARA Motion 49kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant77%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Leapmotor B05Base | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Leapmotor B05
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Suzuki e VITARA
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Leapmotor B05 and Suzuki e VITARA like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 197 miles for the Leapmotor B05 and 162 miles for the Suzuki e VITARA - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Leapmotor B05 goes roughly 35 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Leapmotor B05 or the Suzuki e VITARA?
The two are within 10 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Suzuki e VITARA and about 590 mm of total clearance for the Leapmotor B05.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Leapmotor B05 or the Suzuki e VITARA?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Leapmotor B05 and 90% for the Suzuki e VITARA. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .