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Decision summary
Leapmotor B10 vs Mazda Mazda3: 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.
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Specification
B10
Mazda3
Maximum Power
B10-
Mazda3121 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
B10-
Mazda3213 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Engine Size
B10-
Mazda31998 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
B10-
Mazda315.9 km/l
Ground Clearance
B10-
Mazda3140 mm
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Spec
B10
Mazda3
Generation
Upcoming first South African-market Leapmotor B10; final local BEV and REEV derivative matrix pending
Seventh-generation BP-series Mazda3 hatchback
Body Style
SUV
Hatchback
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
upcoming
Active
Segment
Electric compact SUV
C-segment hatchback
Vehicle Type
Passenger Car
Hatchback
Model Introduced Year
-
2019
Facelift History
-
The seventh-generation South African hatchback launched in 2019 and the current range has since been consolidated to Dynamic and Astina editions.
Facelift Launched Since
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2019
Facelift Version Ending
-
Current
Tare Mass Kg
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1350 kg
Spec
B10
Mazda3
Charging Type
BEV and REEV configurations announced
Not Applicable
Claimed Mileage
-
15.9 km/l
City Mileage
-
12.8 km/l
Highway Mileage
-
18.7 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
51 l
Emission Standard
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Euro stage IV
AdBlue Tank Capacity
-
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
-
Standard
Charging Port Type
-
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
-
51
Combined Driving Range
-
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
-
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
-
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
-
Not Applicable
Spec
B10
Mazda3
Ownership Role
Upcoming South African electrified passenger vehicle
flagship equipment and comfort derivative
Pricing Role
Announced price not publicly listed
flagship equipment and comfort derivative
Price Zar
-
629700 ZAR
Starting Price
-
629700
Starting Price Zar
-
629700
Spec
B10
Mazda3
Length
-
4460 mm
Width
-
1795 mm
Height
-
1440 mm
Wheelbase
-
2725 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
-
140 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
51 l
Boot/Cargo Space
-
295 l
Kerb Weight
-
1350 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
-
1870 kg
Payload Capacity
-
520 kg
Towing Capacity
-
1000 kg
Seating Capacity
-
5 seats
Doors
-
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
-
5.3 m
Front Legroom
-
1075 mm
Rear Legroom
-
891 mm
Spec
B10
Mazda3
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Climate Control
-
Dual-zone climate control
Power Windows
-
Front
Keyless Entry
-
Smart
Push Button Start
-
Standard
Wireless Charging
-
Standard
Sunroof
-
Standard
Electric Tailgate
-
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
-
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
687 l
AC Type
-
Dual-zone climate control
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Spec
B10
Mazda3
Engine
-
2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
-
Petrol
Hybrid System
-
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
-
1998 cc
Cylinders
-
4
Cylinder Layout
-
Inline
Valves
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
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Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
-
13.0:1
Bore
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83.5 mm
Stroke
-
91.2 mm
Maximum Power
-
121 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
-
213 Nm @ 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
-
6-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
-
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
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9.5 sec
Quarter Mile
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
-
Sport
Launch Control
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
-
89.6 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
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157.8 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
B10
Mazda3
Gearbox
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6-Speed Auto
Drivetrain Layout
-
Front-engine, front-wheel drive
Transfer Case
-
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
-
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
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3.850
Number of Gears
-
6
Transmission Type
-
Automatic
Gear Shift Type
-
Automatic
Drivetrain
-
FWD
4WD Engagement
-
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
-
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
-
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
-
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
-
Standard
Front Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
-
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
-
Not Applicable
Low Range
-
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
-
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
-
6
Spec
B10
Mazda3
Airbags
-
7
ABS
-
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
-
Standard
Hill Descent Control
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Not Available
Hill Start Assist
-
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
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Standard
Brake Assist
-
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
-
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
-
Front & Rear
Front Parking Sensors
-
Not Available
AEB
-
Not Available
BA
-
Standard
Curtain Airbags
-
Standard
Driver Airbag
-
Standard
EBD
-
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
-
Standard
Hill Hold
-
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
-
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
-
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
-
Front & Rear
Side Airbags
-
Standard
Stability Control
-
Standard
Knee Airbag
-
Standard
ABS EBD
-
Standard
Spec
B10
Mazda3
Cruise Control
-
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
-
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
-
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Standard
Parking Sensors
-
Rear
Rear View Camera
-
Standard
360 Degree Camera
-
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
-
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
-
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
-
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
-
Not Available
Auto Wipers
-
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
-
Not Available
Reverse Camera
-
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Not Available
Around View Monitor
-
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
-
Standard
Spec
B10
Mazda3
Seat Material
-
Black Leather
Heated Seats
-
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
-
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
-
Not Available
Front Shoulder Room
-
1414 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
-
1356 mm
Steering Wheel Material
-
Standard
60 40 Split Seat
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(60:40)
Driver Seat Adjustment
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10-Way Power Adjustable (Driver)
Passenger Seat Adjustment
-
10-Way Power Adjustable (Driver)
Seat Trim
-
Black Leather
Spec
B10
Mazda3
Infotainment System
-
Standard
Apple CarPlay
-
Wireless
Android Auto
-
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
-
Standard
Number of Speakers
-
12
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
Not Available
USB Ports
-
2
Infotainment Screen
-
10-Inch
Touchscreen
-
10-Inch
Spec
B10
Mazda3
LED Headlamps
-
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
-
Standard
Alloy Wheel Design
-
Black Metallic
Exterior Colour Options
-
Mazda South Africa offers model-specific solid, metallic and premium paint finishes subject to current edition availability.
Headlights
-
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
-
Standard
Spec
B10
Mazda3
Terrain Modes
-
Sport
Locking Differential
-
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
-
Not Applicable
Ground Clearance Max
-
140 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
140 mm
Spec
B10
Mazda3
Tyre Size
-
215/45 R18
Front Brake Type
-
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
-
Solid disc
Spare Wheel Type
-
Temporary spare T125/70 D16
Wheel Rim Size
-
18x7J
Handbrake Type
-
Electronic
Spec
B10
Mazda3
Front Suspension
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Macpherson strut
Rear Suspension
-
Torsion beam axle
Spec
B10
Mazda3
CO2 Emissions
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146 g/km
Spec
B10
Mazda3
Service Plan
-
5 Years/Unlimited km
Spec
B10
Mazda3
Warranty
-
5 Years/Unlimited km
In depth: how these cars differ
This B10 and Mazda3 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.
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Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.
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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.
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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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