A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
Five key differences
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Specification
B05
E2
Maximum Power
B05-
E2Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Torque
B05-
E2Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Size
B05-
E2Not Applicable
Combined Fuel Economy
B05-
E2Not Applicable
Ground Clearance
B05-
E2161 mm
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Leapmotor B05
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Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
B05
E2
Generation
Upcoming first South African-market Leapmotor B05 electric hatchback; final local derivative matrix pending
Current South African model / exact generation number not separately published
Body Style
Hatchback
Hatchback
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
upcoming
active
Segment
Electric hatchback
Passenger vehicle
Vehicle Type
Passenger Car
Hatchback
Model Introduced Year
-
2026
Facelift History
-
No applicable South African facelift history established
Facelift Launched Since
-
Not Applicable
Facelift Version Ending
-
Not Applicable
Spec
B05
E2
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Drive Type
RWD
FWD
Engine
-
Electric motor
Engine Code
-
Not Applicable
Hybrid System
-
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
-
Not Applicable
Cylinders
-
Not Applicable
Cylinder Layout
-
Not Applicable
Valves
-
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
-
Not Applicable
Aspiration
-
Not Applicable
Fuel System
-
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
-
Not Applicable
Bore
-
Not Applicable
Stroke
-
Not Applicable
Maximum Power
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Torque
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Power
-
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
-
Not Applicable
Motor Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission
-
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Top Speed
-
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
-
11.5 sec
Quarter Mile
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
-
Not Applicable
Power-to-Weight Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
-
39.4 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Voltage
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
-
325 km (WLTP)
AC Charging Power
-
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Power
-
Not Officially Disclosed
AC Charging Time
-
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Time
-
25 min
Regenerative Braking
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B05
E2
Wheel Rim Size
19-inch sport alloy
16-inch alloy wheels
Tyre Size
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Brake Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Brake Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spare Wheel Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Handbrake Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B05
E2
Ownership Role
Upcoming South African electric passenger vehicle
top
Pricing Role
Announced price not publicly listed
Current South African retail price
Price Zar
-
389900 ZAR
Starting Price
-
389900
Starting Price Zar
-
389900
Spec
B05
E2
Length
-
4135 mm
Width
-
1805 mm
Height
-
1580 mm
Wheelbase
-
2650 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
-
161 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Boot/Cargo Space
-
375 l
Kerb Weight
-
1300 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Payload Capacity
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Rows
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Doors
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Minimum Turning Radius
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B05
E2
Gearbox
-
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Drivetrain Layout
-
Front-motor, front-wheel drive
LSD Available
-
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
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Clutch Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Indicator
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Drivetrain
-
FWD
4WD Engagement
-
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Hi Range
-
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Lo Range
-
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Selector
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Automatic Shift Paddles
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Differential Lock
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Gearbox Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Low Range Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Low Range
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Axle Layout
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Differential Lock
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission Speeds
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B05
E2
Claimed Mileage
-
Not Applicable
City Mileage
-
Not Applicable
Highway Mileage
-
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Emission Standard
-
Not Officially Disclosed
AdBlue Tank Capacity
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Start Stop
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Real-world Mileage
-
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Charging Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Litres
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Driving Range
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Consumption
-
15.2
Range Real World Highway
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Mixed
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B05
E2
Airbags
-
2
ABS
-
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
-
Yes
Traction Control
-
Yes
Hill Descent Control
-
Yes
Hill Start Assist
-
Yes
Child Safety Lock
-
Mechanical rear child safety locks
ISOFIX Mounts
-
Rear seats
Brake Assist
-
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
-
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
-
Electronic anti-theft system
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Parking Sensors
-
Not Officially Disclosed
AEB
-
Yes
BA
-
Yes
Brake Override System
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Curtain Airbags
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Airbag
-
Yes
EBD
-
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
-
Electronic anti-theft system
Hill Hold
-
Yes
Passenger Airbag
-
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
-
Front and rear
Seatbelt Reminder
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Side Airbags
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Stability Control
-
Yes
TCS
-
Yes
Knee Airbag
-
Not Officially Disclosed
ABS EBD
-
Yes
Spec
B05
E2
Cruise Control
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Lane Departure Warning
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Yes
Parking Sensors
-
Rear
Rear View Camera
-
Yes
360 Degree Camera
-
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
-
Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Traffic Sign Recognition
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Highbeam
-
Yes
Auto Wipers
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Parking Sensors
-
Yes
Reverse Camera
-
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Yes
Park Assist
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Around View Monitor
-
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
-
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
-
Yes
Spec
B05
E2
Seat Material
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Heated Seats
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Ventilated Seats
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Ambient Lighting
-
Yes
Steering Wheel Material
-
Not Officially Disclosed
60 40 Split Seat
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Seat Adjustment
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Passenger Seat Adjustment
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Seat Trim
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B05
E2
Climate Control
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Power Windows
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Keyless Entry
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Push Button Start
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Wireless Charging
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Sunroof
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Tailgate
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rain Sensing Wipers
-
Not Officially Disclosed
AC Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B05
E2
Infotainment System
-
14.6-inch HD touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Android Auto
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Bluetooth Connectivity
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Speakers
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
8.8-inch LCD
USB Ports
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Infotainment Screen
-
14.6-inch HD touchscreen
Touchscreen
-
14.6-inch HD touchscreen
Spec
B05
E2
LED Headlamps
-
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
-
Yes
Fog Lamps
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Roof Rails
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Exterior Colour Options
-
Comet Gray, Aurora Green, Moon White, Nebula Beige, Star Silver
Headlights
-
Yes
Panoramic Sunroof
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B05
E2
Approach Angle
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Departure Angle
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Wading Depth
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Terrain Modes
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Locking Differential
-
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD System Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Breakover Angle
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B05
E2
Front Suspension
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Suspension
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B05
E2
CO2 Emissions
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B05
E2
Service Plan
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5 years / 100,000 km
Spec
B05
E2
Warranty
-
Vehicle: 4 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km
In depth: how these cars differ
This B05 and E2 comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.
Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.
Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.
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What the evidence means
No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.
Related comparisons
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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