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Leapmotor B03X vs Mitsubishi Destinator: the short answer
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Specification
B03X
Destinator
Maximum Power
B03X-
Destinator120 kW @ 5000 rpm
Maximum Torque
B03X-
Destinator250 Nm @ 2500-4000 rpm
Engine Size
B03X-
Destinator1499 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
B03X-
Destinator13.9 km/l
Ground Clearance
B03X-
Destinator214 mm
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Spec
B03X
Destinator
Generation
Upcoming first South African-market Leapmotor B03X electric compact SUV; final local derivative matrix pending
First-generation Destinator
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
upcoming
active
Segment
Compact electric SUV
Medium seven-seat SUV
Vehicle Type
Passenger Car
Passenger vehicle
Model Introduced Year
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2026
Facelift History
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South African launch specification introduced in March 2026.
Facelift Launched Since
-
Current specification
Facelift Version Ending
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Current
Spec
B03X
Destinator
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol
Engine
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1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
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4B40
Hybrid System
-
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
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1499 cc
Cylinders
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4
Cylinder Layout
-
Inline
Valves
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16
Valves per Cylinder
-
4
Aspiration
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Turbocharged
Fuel System
-
Dual Injection
Compression Ratio
-
11.0:1
Bore
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75 mm
Stroke
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84.8 mm
Maximum Power
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120 kW @ 5000 rpm
Maximum Torque
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250 Nm @ 2500-4000 rpm
Combined Power
-
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
-
Not Applicable
Motor Type
-
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
-
Not Applicable
Motor Location
-
Not Applicable
Drive Type
-
FWD
Transmission
-
CVT
Top Speed
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180 km/h
0-100 km/h
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10.4 sec
Quarter Mile
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17.6 sec
Drive Modes
-
Normal, Wet, Gravel, Mud, Tarmac
Launch Control
-
No
Rev Limiter
-
6000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
-
80 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
-
166.7 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
-
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
-
Not Applicable
Battery Type
-
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
-
Not Applicable
Electric Range
-
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
-
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
-
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
-
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
-
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
-
Not Applicable
Spec
B03X
Destinator
Ownership Role
Upcoming South African electric passenger vehicle
New vehicle sold through Mitsubishi Motors South Africa
Pricing Role
Announced price not publicly listed
Official South African recommended retail price
Price Zar
-
569990 ZAR
Starting Price
-
569990
Starting Price Zar
-
569990
Spec
B03X
Destinator
Length
-
4680 mm
Width
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1840 mm
Height
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1780 mm
Wheelbase
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2815 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
-
214 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
185 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
45 l
Boot/Cargo Space
-
152 l
Kerb Weight
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1500 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
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2090 kg
Payload Capacity
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590 kg
Towing Capacity
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0 kg
Seating Capacity
-
7 seats
Number of Rows
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3 rows
Doors
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5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
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5.4 m
Front Headroom
-
890 mm
Rear Headroom
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850 mm
Front Legroom
-
1055 mm
Rear Legroom
-
620 mm
Spec
B03X
Destinator
Gearbox
-
CVT
Drivetrain Layout
-
Front-engine, front-wheel drive
LSD Available
-
No
Transfer Case
-
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
-
No
Paddle Shifters
-
No
Final Drive Ratio
-
6.386
Number of Gears
-
1
Transmission Type
-
CVT automatic
Clutch Type
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Continuously variable pulley system
Gear Shift Indicator
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Yes
Gear Shift Type
-
Floor-mounted selector
Drivetrain
-
FWD
4WD Engagement
-
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
-
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
-
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
-
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
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No
Front Differential Lock
-
No
Gearbox Type
-
Continuously variable
Low Range Ratio
-
Not Applicable
Low Range
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Not Applicable
Axle Layout
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4x2
Rear Differential Lock
-
No
Transmission Speeds
-
1
Spec
B03X
Destinator
Claimed Mileage
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13.9 km/l
City Mileage
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11.4 km/l
Highway Mileage
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16 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
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45 l
Emission Standard
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Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
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Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
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No
Real-world Mileage
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13.9 km/l
Charging Port Type
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Not Applicable
Charging Type
-
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
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45
Combined Driving Range
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625
Electric Consumption
-
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
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647 km
Range Real World Mixed
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581 km
Spec
B03X
Destinator
Airbags
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6
ABS
-
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
-
Yes
Traction Control
-
Yes
Hill Descent Control
-
No
Hill Start Assist
-
Yes
Child Safety Lock
-
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
-
Yes
Brake Assist
-
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
-
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
-
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
-
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
-
Yes
AEB
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No
BA
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Yes
Brake Override System
-
Yes
Curtain Airbags
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Yes
Driver Airbag
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Yes
EBD
-
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
-
Yes
Hill Hold
-
Yes
Passenger Airbag
-
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
-
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
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Yes
Side Airbags
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Yes
Stability Control
-
Yes
TCS
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Yes
Knee Airbag
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No
ABS EBD
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Yes
Spec
B03X
Destinator
Cruise Control
-
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
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No
Lane Keep Assist
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No
Lane Departure Warning
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No
Blind Spot Monitoring
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Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Yes
Parking Sensors
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Yes
Rear View Camera
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Yes
360 Degree Camera
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Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
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No
Driver Fatigue Alert
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No
Traffic Sign Recognition
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No
Auto Highbeam
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No
Auto Wipers
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Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
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Yes
Reverse Camera
-
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
No
Park Assist
-
No
Around View Monitor
-
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
-
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
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No
Spec
B03X
Destinator
Seat Material
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Synthetic leather
Heated Seats
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No
Ventilated Seats
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No
Ambient Lighting
-
Yes
Steering Wheel Material
-
Leather
60 40 Split Seat
-
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
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Power adjustable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
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Manual adjustable
Seat Trim
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Synthetic leather
Spec
B03X
Destinator
Climate Control
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Dual-zone automatic with nanoe X
Power Windows
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Front and rear
Keyless Entry
-
Yes
Push Button Start
-
Yes
Wireless Charging
-
Yes
Sunroof
-
Yes
Electric Tailgate
-
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
-
Yes
AC Type
-
Dual-zone automatic with nanoe X
Spec
B03X
Destinator
Infotainment System
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Smartphone-link Display Audio
Apple CarPlay
-
Yes
Android Auto
-
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
-
Yes
Number of Speakers
-
8
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
8-inch
USB Ports
-
Front, second and third row
Infotainment Screen
-
12.3-inch
Touchscreen
-
12.3-inch
Spec
B03X
Destinator
LED Headlamps
-
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
-
Yes
Fog Lamps
-
Yes
Roof Rails
-
Yes
Exterior Colour Options
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Quartz White Pearl, Graphite Grey Metallic, Blade Silver Metallic, Black Mica, Lunar Blue Mica
Headlights
-
Yes
Panoramic Sunroof
-
Yes
Spec
B03X
Destinator
Approach Angle
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21 deg
Departure Angle
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25.5 deg
Wading Depth
-
Not Applicable
Terrain Modes
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Normal, Wet, Gravel, Mud, Tarmac
Locking Differential
-
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
-
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
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20.8 deg
Spec
B03X
Destinator
Tyre Size
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225/55 R18
Front Brake Type
-
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
-
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
-
Full-size alloy
Wheel Rim Size
-
18-inch alloy
Handbrake Type
-
Electric parking brake
Spec
B03X
Destinator
Front Suspension
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MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension
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Torsion beam
Spec
B03X
Destinator
CO2 Emissions
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172 g/km
Spec
B03X
Destinator
Service Plan
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5 years / 75,000 km; 15,000 km intervals
Spec
B03X
Destinator
Warranty
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5 years / unlimited km
In depth: how these cars differ
This B03X and Destinator comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.
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