Leapmotor B05 Review, For Sale, Price & Specs

Leapmotor B05

FROM $35,888

The 2026 Leapmotor B05 arrived as a critical addition to the Chinese brand’s expanding local line-up. It debuted globally at the 2025 Munich Motor Show. The B05 is a dedicated small hatchback designed to compete with the MG4 and BYD Dolphin.

This model utilizes the LEAP 3.5 architecture and features a rear-mounted 160kW electric motor. In its home market of China, the vehicle is known as the Leapmotor Lafa 5. The international B05 designation aligns it with the B10 small SUV. It offers 50:50 weight distribution and multi-link rear suspension to improve handling and ride quality.

Major updates for the range arrived quickly with the reveal of the B05 Ultra at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show. This performance variant increases power to 180kW and drops the sprint to 100km/h to under six seconds. Standard models offer two battery sizes with ranges between 361km and 434km, while higher grades include a 14.6-inch touchscreen and 800V charging capability.

Hatchback

1 Speed Automatic

Electric

Electric range: 401 km

Year	Body Type	Specs	Price from	Price to
2027	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: Electric 1 SP AUTO	Price from: $35,888	Price to: $39,888
2026	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: Electric 1 SP AUTO	Price from: $35,888	Price to: $39,888

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Body Type

Specs

Price from

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2027

Body Type: Hatchback

Specs: Electric 1 SP AUTO

Specs: Electric 1 SP AUTO

Price from: $35,888

Price to: $39,888

Leapmotor B05 Colours

The Leapmotor B05 is available in five colours in Australia. In an unusual move, the standard colour is not white but Lightning Yellow. For an addition $990 you can choose from Galaxy Silver, Windy Grey, Metallic Black and Starry Night Blue.

Galaxy Silver

Lightning Yellow

Metallic Black

Starry Night Blue

Windy Grey

Leapmotor B05 VS The Competition

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Leapmotor B05 Accessories

The Leapmotor B05 is not the most well-equipped small car you’ll find on the market, but it does have all the essential areas covered.

B05 Style standard equipment:

19-inch alloy wheels
LED headlights
8.8-inch digital driver display
14.6-inch multimedia touchscreen
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Satellite Navigation
Wireless phone charger
NFC & Bluetooth key

B05 Design standard equipment, in addition to Style:

Fixed panoramic glass roof with electric sunshade
Synthetic leather seats
12-speaker Surround Audio System
Interior ambient lighting
Six-way electrically adjustable driver seat
Four-way electrically adjustable passenger seat
Heated steering wheel
Heated front seats
Rear centre armrest and cupholders

Notably, Leapmotor does include two different charging cables - Type 2 and 3 - as standard.

Leapmotor B05 Interior

The interior of the Leapmotor B05 is relatively simple, with a clean but practical layout.

Unlike previous Leapmotor models, the B05 has a more refined interior, and different trim elements - around the cupholders, door trims and dashboard - which makes for a more interesting cabin. Overall the finish and the design of the cabin is another step forward for the brand.

Leapmotor B05 Engine

The Leapmotor B05 is powered by a 160kW and 240Nm electric motor which, unlike most hatches these days, drives the rear wheels. Both the Style and Design share the same motor.

Leapmotor B05 Dimensions

The dimensions of the Leapmotor B05 Hatchback vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

Year	Body Type	Height x Width x Length	Ground Clearance
2026	Body Type: Hatchback	Height x Width x Length: 1520x1880x4430 mm	Ground Clearance: 154 mm

The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

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Leapmotor B05 Wheel Size

The Leapmotor B05 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 225x45 R19 for Hatchback in 2026 with a wheel size that spans from 7.5x19 inches.

Year	Body Type	Front Tyre Size	Front Rim	Rear Rim
2026	Body Type: Hatchback	Front Tyre Size: 225x45 R19	Front Rim: 7.5x19 in	Rear Rim: 8.0x19 in

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Leapmotor B05 Towing Capacity

The Leapmotor B05 has no towing capacity for the latest model available.

Year	Body Type	Braked Capacity from	Braked Capacity to
2026	Body Type: Hatchback	Braked Capacity from: 0kg	Braked Capacity to: 0kg

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Leapmotor B05 Seats

The Leapmotor B05 is a five-door, five-seat hatchback. It features the traditional two-three layout, with good space in the front and enough space in the back for two adults to sit in comfort.

Leapmotor B05 Boot Space

The Leapmotor B05 boot measures 357L, with the space to expand to 1205L if you drop the rear seats. However, there is no spare tyre, only a puncture repair kit.

Leapmotor B05 Battery

Battery specifications for the Leapmotor B05 depend on the model and variant chosen.

Year	Body Type	Battery Capacity	Electric Range	Energy Consumption	Battery Warranty
2026	Body Type: Hatchback	Battery Capacity: 67.10 kWh	Electric Range: 482 km	Energy Consumption: 15.9 kWh/100km	Battery Warranty: 8 years / 160,000 km

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Leapmotor B05 Speed

The Leapmotor B05 can accelerate from 0-100km/h in 6.7 seconds, using its launch control function.

Leapmotor B05 Range

The Leapmotor B05 comes with two battery options. The B05 Style features a 56.2kWh lithium phosphate battery (LFP) which provides up to 410km of driving range, according to the WLTP test cycle. The B05 Design gets a larger 67.1kWh LFP battery that extends the range to a theoretical 482km.