Leapmotor B03X launches in Australia from $29,990, undercutting BYD Atto 2
By Eve
Chinese EV maker Leapmotor will launch its B03X electric SUV in Australia in November 2025, priced from $29,990 drive away, below the 2026 BYD Atto 2 Dynamic. The B03X Style offers 292 km WLTP range from a 39.8 kWh LFP battery and 130 kW motor, while the Design LR variant extends range to 382 km with a 53 kWh battery and 145 kW motor. Both variants support DC fast charging at up to 100 kW and 133 kW respectively, charging from 30 to 80 per cent in around 16 minutes, and include 3.3 kW vehicle to load capability.
Why it matters
The sub $30,000 price point and fast charging capability may accelerate demand for home and workplace charging infrastructure in Australia's small SUV segment. Fleet operators and charging network planners should monitor uptake of this model as it competes directly with BYD in the budget EV market.
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- Original title
- “Leapmotor B03X to land in Australia in November from $29,990 drive-away, undercuts BYD Atto 2”
- Published
- 6 October 2026
- Updated
- 7 October 2026
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- Electric Vehicles
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- Australia
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