Leapmotor’s B10 has quickly become one of Spain’s top-selling electric SUVs, helping the brand reach 300,000 global units in just 18 months. With rapid growth and plans for local production, the Chinese automaker is making its mark on the European EV market.
Leapmotor’s B10 has climbed to the top tier of fully electric car registrations in Spain, outpacing many established brands and challenging expectations for Chinese automakers in Europe. According to independent registration data for July 2026, the B10 logged 444 new registrations in Spain, making it the second most popular electric model that month. This figure, confirmed by auto industry aggregators, highlights the need to rely on official registration data rather than press releases or summaries.
The surge in B10 sales is part of a larger story of rapid global growth. Leapmotor has produced a combined 300,000 units of its B01 and B10 models in just 18 months—a pace that has caught competitors off guard. While the company has announced this production milestone, several industry sources point out the difference between total production and actual sales.
В июле 2026 года доля полностью электрических автомобилей в новых регистрациях Испании достигла 9,6%, а лидером среди брендов стал BYD.
The B10 alone has already surpassed 60,000 international sales, with more than 10,000 units sold outside China in August. Company data cited by Google/SpainAuto notes that no previous Leapmotor model has reached such international volumes this quickly. Independent sources add that for the first eight months of 2026, Leapmotor’s total overseas sales reached 105,000 vehicles—more than double the previous year’s figure—though these numbers are not broken down by model or country.
Spain isn’t the only European market where the B10 is gaining traction. In the first half of 2026, Leapmotor says the B10 was the best-selling compact electric SUV from a Chinese manufacturer in key markets like Germany, Italy, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Poland. In August, the B10 led the C-SUV electric segment in Spain again, with 350 new registrations, and ranked third among all electric cars. The brand’s total Spanish registrations for the first eight months of 2026 reached 4,431—triple the number from the same period in 2025, according to industry statistics.
Price is a major factor behind the B10’s momentum. In China, the B10 and B01 start at about 100,000 yuan (roughly 12,885 euros), though European prices are higher due to taxes and logistics. For Europe, the B10 comes with 56.2 kWh and 67.1 kWh battery options, offering a WLTP range of 361 and 434 km, respectively. Prices in Germany start from around 29,900 to 32,900 euros, according to technical specifications databases.
Несмотря на то, что в Китае B10 получил 800-вольтовую архитектуру и сверхбыструю зарядку, независимые отраслевые источники подтверждают: для Европы Leapmotor сохранит версию с 400-вольтовой системой, а обновление 800V в ближайшей линейке продаваться не будет.
Leapmotor’s August delivery numbers show the scale of its ambitions. The company shipped 103,129 vehicles worldwide that month, up 80.7% year-on-year and marking its second straight month above 100,000 units. In China, the B10 accounted for 8,831 deliveries in August, with the B01 adding another 5,009. Industry reports note that Leapmotor’s rapid growth in Europe is reflected in a 526.7% increase in registrations during the first half of 2026, reaching 48,261 units.
Unlike many Chinese brands that focus only on exports, Leapmotor is building a global manufacturing network. The company already has plants in China, Myanmar, Indonesia, and Malaysia, and is moving forward with European production plans in partnership with Stellantis. French automotive media report that local assembly of the B10 at the Stellantis plant in Zaragoza, Spain, is expected to start by late 2026 or early 2027, with a projected annual capacity of about 45,000 vehicles. This step should help reduce costs and speed up deliveries for European customers.
This expansion comes as European buyers show more interest in affordable electric cars. The B10’s rapid rise echoes the disruption seen in other sectors, such as the impact of products like the Beauer X8 caravan, as reported earlier.
Leapmotor’s growth signals a shift in Europe’s electric vehicle market. Established brands now face new competition—not just on price, but also on technology, speed, and the ability to adapt to local markets. The B10’s success in Spain is part of a broader trend. As Leapmotor strengthens its presence and ramps up local production, European automakers will need to respond with better value and faster innovation.
