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Leapmotor B05 vs Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology: the short answer
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
G 580 with EQ Technology
Maximum Power
B05-
G 580 with EQ Technology432 kW
Maximum Torque
B05-
G 580 with EQ Technology1164 Nm
Engine Size
B05-
G 580 with EQ TechnologyNot Applicable
Combined Fuel Economy
B05-
G 580 with EQ Technology0 km/l
Ground Clearance
B05-
G 580 with EQ Technology250 mm
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Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
Generation
Upcoming first South African-market Leapmotor B05 electric hatchback; final local derivative matrix pending
Current South African G 580 with EQ Technology generation represented by derivative G 580
Body Style
Hatchback
Suv
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
upcoming
Current South African retail range
Segment
Electric hatchback
Premium SUV
Vehicle Type
Passenger Car
SUV
Model Introduced Year
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2026
Facelift History
-
Current-generation/facelift specification; derivative-specific South African configuration
Facelift Launched Since
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Current South African model cycle
Facelift Version Ending
-
Current
Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Drive Type
RWD
AWD
Engine
-
Electric engine
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
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432 kW
Maximum Torque
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1164 Nm
Combined Power
-
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
-
Not Applicable
Motor Type
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Permanent-magnet synchronous motor
Number of Motors
-
4
Motor Location
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Front and rear
Transmission
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Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Top Speed
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180 km/h
0-100 km/h
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4.7 sec
Quarter Mile
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15.0 sec
Drive Modes
-
Comfort, Sport, Individual, Off-road
Launch Control
-
No
Rev Limiter
-
Not Applicable
Power-to-Weight Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
-
116 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
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116.0 kWh
Battery Type
-
116.0
Battery Voltage
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116.0 V
Electric Range
-
Not Officially Disclosed
AC Charging Power
-
11 kW
DC Charging Power
-
200 kW
AC Charging Time
-
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Time
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Regenerative Braking
-
Yes
Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
Wheel Rim Size
19-inch sport alloy
21
Tyre Size
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275/45 R21
Front Brake Type
-
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
-
Ventilated disc
Spare Wheel Type
-
21-inch alloy wheels
Handbrake Type
-
Ventilated disc brakes
Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
Ownership Role
Upcoming South African electric passenger vehicle
Displayed price includes 15% VAT; CO2 tax is separate where listed; five-year/100,000 km service and maintenance plan may be excluded.
Pricing Role
Announced price not publicly listed
Current South African retail price
Price Zar
-
3861657 ZAR
Starting Price
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3600000
Starting Price Zar
-
3600000
Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
Length
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4624 mm
Width
-
1931 mm
Height
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1986 mm
Wheelbase
-
2890 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
-
250 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
220 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
0 l
Boot/Cargo Space
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555 l
Kerb Weight
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3085 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
-
2000 kg
Payload Capacity
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415 kg
Towing Capacity
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2000 kg
Seating Capacity
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5 seats
Number of Rows
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2 rows
Doors
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5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
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6.8 m
Front Headroom
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960 mm
Rear Headroom
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960 mm
Front Legroom
-
900 mm
Rear Legroom
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900 mm
Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
Gearbox
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Single-speed reduction gear
Drivetrain Layout
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AWD
LSD Available
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No
Transfer Case
-
Permanent AWD transfer system
Differential Lock
-
Yes
Paddle Shifters
-
No
Final Drive Ratio
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Model-specific ratio; Hagalu Research Team reference
Number of Gears
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1
Transmission Type
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Single-speed reduction gear
Clutch Type
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Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
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Yes
Gear Shift Type
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Electronic shift-by-wire
Drivetrain
-
AWD
4WD Engagement
-
Yes
4WD Hi Range
-
470
4WD Lo Range
-
470
4WD Selector
-
Yes
Automatic Shift Paddles
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No
Front Differential Lock
-
Yes
Gearbox Type
-
Single-speed reduction gear
Low Range Ratio
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470
Low Range
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470
Axle Layout
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Driven axle configuration: AWD
Rear Differential Lock
-
Yes
Transmission Speeds
-
1
Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
Claimed Mileage
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0 km/l
City Mileage
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0 km/l
Highway Mileage
-
0 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
0 l
Emission Standard
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Zero tailpipe emissions
AdBlue Tank Capacity
-
0 l
Auto Start Stop
-
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
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0 km/l
Charging Port Type
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CCS2 DC fast charging | Type 2 AC charging
Charging Type
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CCS2 DC fast charging | Type 2 AC charging
Fuel Tank Litres
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0
Combined Driving Range
-
470
Electric Consumption
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27.3-24.7 kWh/100 km
Range Real World Highway
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470 km
Range Real World Mixed
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470 km
Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
Airbags
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7
ABS
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Yes
Electronic Stability Control
-
Yes
Traction Control
-
Yes
Hill Descent Control
-
Yes
Hill Start Assist
-
Yes
Child Safety Lock
-
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
-
Yes
Brake Assist
-
Ventilated disc brakes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
-
Mercedes-Benz model-specific chassis equipment
Engine Immobiliser
-
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
-
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Front Parking Sensors
-
Front and rear
AEB
-
Ventilated disc brakes
BA
-
Yes
Brake Override System
-
Ventilated disc brakes
Curtain Airbags
-
Yes
Driver Airbag
-
Yes
EBD
-
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
-
Yes
Hill Hold
-
Yes
Passenger Airbag
-
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
-
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Seatbelt Reminder
-
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Side Airbags
-
Yes
Stability Control
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Yes
TCS
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Yes
Knee Airbag
-
Yes
ABS EBD
-
Yes
Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
Cruise Control
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Adaptive cruise control
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
-
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
-
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Yes
Parking Sensors
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Front and rear
Rear View Camera
-
Yes
360 Degree Camera
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Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
-
Ventilated disc brakes
Driver Fatigue Alert
-
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
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Yes
Auto Highbeam
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Yes
Auto Wipers
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Rain-sensing automatic wipers
Rear Parking Sensors
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Front and rear
Reverse Camera
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Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Yes
Park Assist
-
Yes
Around View Monitor
-
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
-
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
-
Yes
Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
Seat Material
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ARTICO man-made leather / fabric trim
Heated Seats
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Front heated seats
Ventilated Seats
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Model/option dependent
Ambient Lighting
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64-colour ambient lighting
Steering Wheel Material
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Nappa leather multifunction steering wheel
60 40 Split Seat
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Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Driver Seat Adjustment
-
Electric adjustment with memory
Passenger Seat Adjustment
-
Electric adjustment with memory
Seat Trim
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Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
Climate Control
-
Automatic climate control
Power Windows
-
Yes
Keyless Entry
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KEYLESS-GO
Push Button Start
-
Yes
Wireless Charging
-
Yes
Sunroof
-
Panoramic sliding sunroof
Electric Tailgate
-
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
-
Rain-sensing automatic wipers
AC Type
-
Automatic climate control
Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
Infotainment System
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MBUX multimedia system
Apple CarPlay
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Wireless Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
-
Wireless Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
-
Yes
Number of Speakers
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13
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
12.3-inch digital instrument display
USB Ports
-
USB-C ports
Infotainment Screen
-
MBUX multimedia system
Touchscreen
-
MBUX multimedia system
Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
LED Headlamps
-
LED High Performance headlamps
Daytime Running Lamps
-
LED daytime running lights
Fog Lamps
-
Integrated LED all-weather lighting
Roof Rails
-
Yes
Exterior Colour Options
-
Mercedes-Benz model-specific exterior equipment
Headlights
-
LED High Performance headlamps
Panoramic Sunroof
-
Panoramic sliding sunroof
Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
Approach Angle
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31 deg
Departure Angle
-
30 deg
Wading Depth
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850 mm
Terrain Modes
-
Off-road mode
Locking Differential
-
Yes
4WD System Type
-
Yes
Breakover Angle
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26 deg
Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
Front Suspension
-
Independent multi-link suspension
Rear Suspension
-
Independent multi-link suspension
Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
CO2 Emissions
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0 g/km
Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
Service Plan
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5 Years / 100000 km
Spec
B05
G 580 with EQ Technology
Warranty
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5 Years / 100000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This B05 and G 580 with EQ Technology 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.
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What the evidence means
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