A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
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Specification
B03X
UNI-S
Maximum Power
B03X-
UNI-S138 kW
Maximum Torque
B03X-
UNI-S300 Nm
Engine Size
B03X-
UNI-S1500 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
B03X-
UNI-S14.49 km/l
Ground Clearance
B03X-
UNI-SNot Officially Disclosed
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Spec
B03X
UNI-S
Generation
Upcoming first South African-market Leapmotor B03X electric compact SUV; final local derivative matrix pending
First current South African UNI-S retail generation, offered in CS, CL and CE grades.
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
upcoming
active
Segment
Compact electric SUV
Compact SUV
Vehicle Type
Passenger Car
Passenger car
Model Introduced Year
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2026
Facelift History
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No South African facelift has been announced since the UNI-S entered local retail sale in 2026.
Facelift Launched Since
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Not Applicable
Facelift Version Ending
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Not Applicable
Spec
B03X
UNI-S
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol
Engine
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1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
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NE15TG-AC
Hybrid System
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Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
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1500 cc
Cylinders
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4
Cylinder Layout
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
-
Turbocharged
Fuel System
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
-
138 kW
Maximum Torque
-
300 Nm
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
-
7-Speed DCT
Top Speed
-
190 km/h
0-100 km/h
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
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3 selectable modes
Launch Control
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
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
UNI-S
Ownership Role
Upcoming South African electric passenger vehicle
Current South African derivative
Pricing Role
Announced price not publicly listed
Current South African retail price
Price Zar
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469900 ZAR
Starting Price
-
469900
Starting Price Zar
-
469900
Spec
B03X
UNI-S
Length
-
4539 mm
Width
-
1865 mm
Height
-
1680 mm
Wheelbase
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2656 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
167 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
51 l
Boot/Cargo Space
-
475 l
Kerb Weight
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1505 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
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1825 kg
Payload Capacity
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity
-
5 seats
Number of Rows
-
2 rows
Doors
-
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
-
5.66 m
Front Headroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B03X
UNI-S
Gearbox
-
7-Speed DCT
Drivetrain Layout
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Not Officially Disclosed
LSD Available
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Not Officially Disclosed
Transfer Case
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Differential Lock
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Paddle Shifters
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Final Drive Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Gears
-
7
Transmission Type
-
DCT
Clutch Type
-
Dual-clutch
Gear Shift Indicator
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Type
-
Automatic
Drivetrain
-
FWD
4WD Engagement
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Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Hi Range
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Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Lo Range
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Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Selector
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Not Officially Disclosed
Automatic Shift Paddles
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Not Officially Disclosed
Front Differential Lock
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Gearbox Type
-
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Low Range Ratio
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Not Officially Disclosed
Low Range
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Not Officially Disclosed
Axle Layout
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Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Differential Lock
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Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission Speeds
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7
Spec
B03X
UNI-S
Claimed Mileage
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14.49 km/l
City Mileage
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Not Officially Disclosed
Highway Mileage
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
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51 l
Emission Standard
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Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
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Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
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Not Officially Disclosed
Real-world Mileage
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14.49 km/l
Charging Port Type
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Not Officially Disclosed
Charging Type
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Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Litres
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51
Combined Driving Range
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Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Consumption
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Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Highway
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Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Mixed
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Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B03X
UNI-S
Airbags
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6
ABS
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Yes
Electronic Stability Control
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Yes
Traction Control
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Yes
Hill Descent Control
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Yes
Hill Start Assist
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Yes
Child Safety Lock
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Not Officially Disclosed
ISOFIX Mounts
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Yes
Brake Assist
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Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
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Yes
Engine Immobiliser
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Not Officially Disclosed
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
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Driver and front passenger
Front Parking Sensors
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Not Officially Disclosed
AEB
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Yes
BA
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Yes
Brake Override System
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Not Officially Disclosed
Curtain Airbags
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Yes
Driver Airbag
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Yes
EBD
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Yes
Engine Immobiliser
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Yes
Hill Hold
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Yes
Passenger Airbag
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Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
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Not Officially Disclosed
Seatbelt Reminder
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Driver and front passenger
Side Airbags
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Yes
Stability Control
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Yes
TCS
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Yes
Knee Airbag
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Not Officially Disclosed
ABS EBD
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Yes
Spec
B03X
UNI-S
Cruise Control
-
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control
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Yes
Lane Keep Assist
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Yes
Lane Departure Warning
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Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
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Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Yes
Parking Sensors
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Rear (6 sensors)
Rear View Camera
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Yes
360 Degree Camera
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540-degree HD panoramic view
Autonomous Emergency Braking
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Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert
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Not Officially Disclosed
Traffic Sign Recognition
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Yes
Auto Highbeam
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Yes
Auto Wipers
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Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
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Yes
Reverse Camera
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Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
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Yes
Park Assist
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Straight-in/straight-out automatic parking
Around View Monitor
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540-degree HD panoramic view
Blind Spot Warning
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Yes
Forward Collision Warning
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Yes
Spec
B03X
UNI-S
Seat Material
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Microfiber leather
Heated Seats
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Not Officially Disclosed
Ventilated Seats
-
Front seat cushions
Ambient Lighting
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Not Officially Disclosed
Steering Wheel Material
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Microfiber leather
60 40 Split Seat
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Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
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6-way electric
Passenger Seat Adjustment
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4-way electric
Seat Trim
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Microfiber leather
Spec
B03X
UNI-S
Climate Control
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Automatic climate control
Power Windows
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All four windows; one-touch up/down
Keyless Entry
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Passive entry
Push Button Start
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Yes
Wireless Charging
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Not Officially Disclosed
Sunroof
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Electric panoramic sunroof
Electric Tailgate
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Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
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Yes
AC Type
-
Automatic climate control
Spec
B03X
UNI-S
Infotainment System
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12.8-inch infotainment system
Apple CarPlay
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Yes
Android Auto
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Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
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Yes
Number of Speakers
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8
Digital Instrument Cluster
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10.25-inch instrument display
USB Ports
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1 USB-A and 1 USB-C in front
Infotainment Screen
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12.8-inch
Touchscreen
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12.8-inch
Spec
B03X
UNI-S
LED Headlamps
-
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
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LED
Fog Lamps
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Rear fog lamp
Roof Rails
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Yes
Exterior Colour Options
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Black, Putty Grey, Shadow Grey, Fluorite Grey, Moon White
Headlights
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Yes
Panoramic Sunroof
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Yes
Spec
B03X
UNI-S
Approach Angle
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Not Officially Disclosed
Departure Angle
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Wading Depth
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Terrain Modes
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Locking Differential
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Not Officially Disclosed
4WD System Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Breakover Angle
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B03X
UNI-S
Tyre Size
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225/55 R19
Front Brake Type
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Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
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Solid disc
Spare Wheel Type
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Temporary-use spare
Wheel Rim Size
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19-inch aluminium-alloy wheels
Handbrake Type
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Electronic parking brake
Spec
B03X
UNI-S
Front Suspension
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MacPherson independent
Rear Suspension
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Multi-link independent
Spec
B03X
UNI-S
CO2 Emissions
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179 g/km
Spec
B03X
UNI-S
Service Plan
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5 years / 90,000 km
Spec
B03X
UNI-S
Warranty
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5 years / 150,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years
In depth: how these cars differ
This B03X and UNI-S comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.
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