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Leapmotor B10 vs Volvo EC40
Selected trim67.1kWh Design270 mi · 67.1 kWh · £31,495
Selected trimSingle MotorChange trim300 mi · 70 kWh · £46,860
At a glance
In this comparison, Leapmotor B10 leads on value for money, while the Volvo EC40 leads on running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Leapmotor B10 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
Choose the Volvo EC40 if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.3p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Leapmotor B10 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueLeapmotor
Leapmotor
6.8
Volvo
5.4
Motorway Range
Leapmotor
3.9
Volvo
3.7
Too close to call
Family
Leapmotor
6.4
Volvo
6.8
Too close to call
Charging
Leapmotor
7.3
Volvo
7.1
Too close to call
Cost Per MileVolvo
Leapmotor
2.5
Volvo
3.3
City Driving
Leapmotor
5.3
Volvo
4.9
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 B1067.1kWh Design | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £31,495 (better) | £46,860 |
| Official range | 270 miles | 300 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 430 L (better) | 404 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 20 min (better) | 26 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 7.3 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Leapmotor B10
Volvo EC40
Length
Leapmotor B104,515mm
Volvo EC404,440mm-75mm
Width
Leapmotor B101,885mm
Volvo EC401,873mm-12mm
Height
Leapmotor B101,655mm
Volvo EC401,591mm-64mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Leapmotor B1067.1kWh Design | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,515 mm | 4,440 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,885 mm | 1,873 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,034 mm |
| Height | 1,655 mm | 1,591 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.7 m (better) | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 515 mm spare | 527 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Leapmotor B1067.1kWh Design | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 917 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 4 (better) |
| Boot space (seats up) | 430 L (better) | 404 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1700 L (better) | 1310 L |
| Frunk | 25 L | 31 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,500 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Leapmotor B10 67.1kWh Design |  Volvo EC40 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.51m | 4.44m-75mm |
| Width | 1.89m | 1.87m-12mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.03m |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.59m-64mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.73m | 2.70m-33mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 430L (better) | 404L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1700L (better) | 1310L |
| Frunk | 25L | 31L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 917mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.7m (better) | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,845kg (better) | 2,065kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 67.1kWh | 70kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 270 mi | 300 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 168kW | 200kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £31,495 (better) | £46,860 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Leapmotor B1067.1kWh Design | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 270 miles | 300 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 193 miles | 206 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 20 min (better) | 26 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 168 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 174 Wh/km | 167 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 65 kWh | 70 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Leapmotor B1067.1kWh Design | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 7.3 sec (better) |
| Power | 160 kW | 175 kW (better) |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 420 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Leapmotor B10
67.1kWh Design
Volvo EC40
Single Motor
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Leapmotor B10 67.1kWh Design
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant93%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users84%
Safety Assist85%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Volvo EC40 Single Motor
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist89%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Leapmotor B1067.1kWh Design | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Leapmotor B10
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Volvo EC40
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Leapmotor B10
- £26,3992026Car360View
Volvo EC40
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo EC40 worth the extra £15,365 over the Leapmotor B10?
The Volvo EC40 costs £15,365 more than the Leapmotor B10. For that premium it adds 30 miles more WLTP range and 32 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Leapmotor B10 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Leapmotor B10 or the Volvo EC40?
The Leapmotor B10 is £15,365 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £184 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Leapmotor B10 comes out roughly £15,325 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Leapmotor B10 and Volvo EC40 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 193 miles for the Leapmotor B10 and 206 miles for the Volvo EC40 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 20-26 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Leapmotor B10 or the Volvo EC40?
The two are within 12 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 527 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EC40 and about 515 mm of total clearance for the Leapmotor B10. The Leapmotor B10 also turns in a 0.3 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Leapmotor B10 or the Volvo EC40?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Leapmotor B10 and 84% for the Volvo EC40. That gives the Leapmotor B10 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Leapmotor B10's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Volvo EC40's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Further reading
Explore buying and ownership guides to help you choose between these electric cars.
GuideBuying a Used Leapmotor B10 (2025 on): Nearly New vs New, Warranty & What to Pay
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GuideBuying a Used Volvo EX40 or EC40 (2024-on): Versions, the Braking Recall & What to Pay
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .